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Spring 2024 Worcester State Magazine now online
Read the latest issue of the Worcester State Magazine online today!
From Division III to the DCU, Worcester’s own Nick Pennucci ’23 continues to impress
By the time Nick Pennucci was five years old, he was already skating and learning to play ice hockey.
Q & A with Worcester State’s new Development and Alumni leader
WSU welcomes Felicia Riffelmacher, Executive Director of Development & Alumni Relations.
Operational Excellence launches new website
After more than two years of committee work under the Financial Sustainability Task Force, WSU's Operational Excellence website is now live.
Saint Vincent Hospital gives $10,000 for new nursing scholarships
Saint Vincent Hospital support will help to strengthen the local nursing pipeline.
2023 Donor Impact Report
We know that student success in college can depend on many factors outside of the classroom. In the 2023 Donor Impact Statement we focus on the donor-supported initiatives that make it possible for Worcester State to support the whole student.
Read more
Support Thea's Pantry on Phil Day!
Alumni and friends can take part in National Philanthropy Day on Nov. 15 by supporting Thea’s Pantry at Worcester State.
Five questions for new Associate Nursing Dean Catherine Thomas
Dr. Catherine Thomas has been named the new associate dean of nursing in the Lillian R. Goodman Department of Nursing.
Benjamin Jee awarded NSF grant to create brain-boosting games for kids
Benjamin D. Jee has received an NSF grant to develop games promoting biological thinking and reasoning in young children.
Campus celebrates Unity Day with artwork, pride, flag raising and student voices
Hundreds of students, faculty, and staff recently participated in Unity Day 2023.
Mass offers new loan repayment programs for health-care professionals
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Health and Human Services recently is taking applications for two new student loan repayment programs:
New plaza and fountain to honor Capt. Ross Reynolds '17
A new fountain and memorial will honor the late Marine Captain.
Ilyasah Shabazz returns to Worcester State as DEI fellow
Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz, will serve as Worcester State University’s inaugural DEI Fellow
.
New students greeted with messages of encouragement at Convocation
More than 1,000 incoming students gathered in the John P. Brissette ’88 Competition Court for Convocation Sept. 5.
University will honor five graduates with Distinguished Alumni Awards
Five Worcester State University graduates will be honored on Oct. 27 with Distinguished Alumni Awards.
Massachusetts state alumni gather in Washington, D.C.
Worcester State alumni living and working in the Washington, D.C., area gathered at the Hart Senate Office Building on Sept.13.
Convocation speaker Taneisha Mings reflects on her first-generation journey at Worcester State
Counselor and social justice advocate Taneisha Mings ’13, M.Ed., delivered the keynote address at Convocation Sept. 5.
New academic year brings most diverse incoming class and increase in first-year students
Worcester State welcomed its most diverse incoming student class and higher first-year student enrollment.
Professor uses Victorian 'monsters' to inform teaching technique
Riley McGuire's 'Gothic monsters from
Frankenstein
to
Dracula'
course quickly filled to capacity.
Worcester State joins Culture of Respect Collective to address sexual violence
Worcester State is undertaking an ambitious multiyear effort to prevent sexual violence on campus.
George Albro Memorial Golf Tournament raises more than $14,000 for Worcester State Athletics
The second annual George Albro '65 Memorial Golf Tournament on Aug. 7 raised more than $14,000 for Worcester State student athletes.
New grant expands opportunity for student collaboration with Worcester Art Museum
A new Fuller Foundation grant enables the university to quadruple to 800 the number of students who can attend the museum this academic year.
Professor receives Fulbright Specialist Award to study air pollution in Nepal
Nabin Malakar has been awarded a 2023 Fulbright Specialist Award to train researchers at the Kathmandu Institute of Applied Sciences.
Alumni Association welcomes new board members
The Alumni Association’s Advisory Board is welcoming six new members and a new executive board this summer.
Faculty and students receive summer research grants
Twelve faculty have received grants to conduct research projects with students this summer through the Summer Undergraduate Research Grant (SURG) program.
New grant aims to address food insecurity on campus
Worcester State has received a $75,000 Hunger Free Campus Initiative grant to study ways to ease food insecurity among students.
George H. Albro Memorial Golf Tournament to raise money for athletics
George H. Albro Golf Tournament Aug. 7 will benefit Lancer Athletics and honor the late George H. Albro, a distinguished alumnus.
Portrait of educator and alumna Sarah Ellis Wilson dedicated at Belmont Community School
A portrait of Sarah Ella Wilson, an 1894 graduate of Worcester Normal School, now Worcester State University, was dedicated recently at Belmont Community School.
University introduces micro-credentials in high demand fields
Worcester State University has introduced a new comprehensive range of micro-credentials starting this summer.
Golfers raise $131,000 for student scholarships
More than 200 alumni and friends of the university came out for the Worcester State Foundation Golf Tournament June 5 and raised a record $131,000 for student scholarships.
Worcester State among state's three best for elementary reading education
Worcester State University has one of the three best programs in the state for preparing educators to teach elementary reading, according to the National Council on Teacher Quality.
Hundreds of alumni celebrate during reunion weekend
Some 500 alumni gathered back at Worcester State University for Reunion Weekend 2023.
Professor Brooks honored at Deans' Lecture event
Criminal Justice Professor Robert A. Brooks, J.D., Ph.D., was honored recently at the fourth annual Deans’ Lecture Award event
.
Guild of St. Agnes and Worcester State open new early childhood learning lab
The Guild of St. Agnes and Worcester State have opened an innovative childcare center and teaching lab for future educators.
University, local legislators honor graduating student veterans
Worcester State’s 2023 student veteran graduates were honored at the inaugural Student Veteran Graduation and Award Dinner on May 2.
Celebration of Scholarship and Creativity highlights student research
Worcester State University’s annual c
elebration of Scholarship and Creativity took place April 26 with impressive student presentations covering a wide range of topics.
Highest academic achievers recognized with Col. James F. Sheehan Award
The university’s six highest achieving students in 2022-23 were recognized with the Lt. Colonel James F. Sheehan Award.
Worcester State Athletics celebrates at 2022-23 awards ceremony
Worcester State University Athletics Department held their annual 2022-23 Athletic Awards Ceremony on May 1.
Meet some of our seniors!
We celebrate all of our seniors and wish them the best in the future. Get to know a few members of the Class of 2023 here!
Catholic Mass joins University's spring faith offerings
Worcester State University will host Catholic Mass on campus in March and April for students, alumni, and employees.
Domingo Guyton ’98, Music and Film Producer, Wake Up My People Publishing
Domingo Guyton '98 credits his mentors at Worcester State for putting him on the path to success.
Derrick Kiser ’03, CEO, Fresh Start Wellness Center
Derrick Kiser ’03 is hoping to stop the trauma, to substance, to prison, to homicide, to suicide pipelines.
Celia Johnston Blue ’00, President and CEO, Massachusetts Women of Color Coalition
Celia Johnston Blue '00 is staying connected to Worcester State while advancing women of color.
Craig Dottin ’94, Principal, Vernon Hill School, Worcester
"
Worcester State equipped me with the ability to think critically, and my experience at Worcester State encouraged me to be the change I want to see in the world."
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Dejour Hollins ’20, ELA Teaching Fellow, Massachusetts Department of Education
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Worcester State will always be my home away from home. My undergraduate experience was filled with highs and lows, but every low came with a lesson."
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Tony Price ’98, Athletic Director, Randolph Public Schools
"The biggest influence Worcester State had on me is understanding the importance of following your passion, finding your voice, and the value of appreciating different cultures, races, socio-economic backgrounds, and opinions working together as a community for a common goal of success."
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Nana Darkwa ’19, Suffolk Law School Student, Summer Associate at Arent Fox
"I would definitely not be where I am without the experiences I had at WSU. Studying abroad opened me up to new cultures and new groups of people. I made new friends who I’m still in contact with today."
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Johnny K Chavez ’13, Adult Family Care Case Manager, Nonotuck Resources Associates.
"
I learned history—real history, not by a professor that became uncomfortable when the Black history chapter was next, but by a professor that spoke with passion and respect: Sid Buxton, or as I liked to call him, the Darth Vader of Education. Through his teaching my mind became free."
Read More.
Ellis James Cropper ’96, Registered Representative, New York Life Insurance Co.
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During my years at WSU, I came up with this quote, 'you can’t change what’s going on inside the house by standing outside throwing rocks.'"
Read More.
Shirley Konneh ’05, Ph.D., Assistant Director of Career Services, Holy Cross
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When I got to Worcester State, I felt like I could be myself and was welcomed by everyone. I honestly could connect with anyone on campus because most of us shared the same stories and same hustle."
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Tete Brenda Thomas ’20, Research Lab Technician, UMass Medical School
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The WSU community encouraged me to be the strong Black individual I am today. The support shown to me opened my eyes to see that I can be a part of the solution to speak out against racial discrimination."
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Jean-Philippe Matondo ’17, content analyst at Vaco/Google
"Being part of the WSU community, good enough is never a good option; better is often the goal. And as an alumnus of WSU, I still walk with that philosophy. I believe we could always do better and help those around us do better."
Debra Maddox ’82, CEO and Founder of the Multicultural Wellness Center
"My Black experience centered around my affiliation with the Office of Minority Affairs. . .where I and many of my fellow Black, Latino students, and other students of color were greeted with warmth and a sense of belonging."
Franchesca Minikon-Reece ’96, management and operations, U.S. Foreign Service
"Third World Alliance and the Office of Minority Affairs provided a space where I could continue to be myself, express my truth, and enjoy being around a diverse group of beautiful and smart black and brown individuals. "
Rhonda Cozier-Ramjattan ’92, Tax Controversy Manager, Ducharme McMillen & Associates
"Worcester State encouraged me to embrace those unique attributes of myself and recognize the value I bring to my work."
Read More.
Luster Promoted to General Counsel
Stacey Luster, J.D., has been promoted to general counsel and assistant to the president for employment and equal opportunity.
Athletics Roundup
Lancers pick up another conference win over Bears
Behind the shield: Jack Pawlich
Lancers split Tri-Match; grab win over Owls
Awards, Accolades, and Honors
Celebrate the wonderful things Worcester State students, faculty and staff do wonderful things every day! From research to presentations and more, see recent noteworthy accomplishments here.
Your Alma Mater in the News
Check out where your
alma mater was featured in various new articles this month.