By Francisco Omar Fernandez Rodriguez Associate Editor Onyx Lovely / THE GATEPOST On a pair of warm and sunny fall days, Framingham State University held its Homecoming and Family Weekend. Families visited their loved ones, alumni returned to their alma mater, and current students took the time to enjoy the festivities on Oct. 2 and 3. The weekend was packed with many activities. On Friday, there was the Campus Fitness Center's grand opening, welcome receptions for each of

By Antonio Machado Associate Editor By Sarah Parron Staff Writer Antonio Machado / THE GATEPOST What is your professional and academic background? I got my bachelor’s degree in education from the University of New England up in Maine. I did educational studies there and did some practicums in student activities and admissions, and then I was an RA, orientation leader, and on student government. So I was kind of the stereotypical student leader who did all of the things all th

By Avery Slavin News Editor Two senators were appointed as chairs of the Safety and Security Committee during the SGA meeting on Oct. 6. President Shubham Valand began the meeting by swearing in two new senators - Allise McCullough and Nem Gerald. Vice President Nathan Piette explained the first order of business, which was to approve completed edits of History Club’s constitution. Senator Jayden Jefferson motioned to approve it, and it was passed 18-0-1. Piette introduc

By Heather Luster Staff Writer Dean of the College of Business, Patricia Thomas, was recently recognized by the state legislature with the Caribbean Leadership Award. The award was presented as part of the Boston Caribbean-American Association’s annual celebration of “Caribbean heritage and community impact,” which brings together leaders, members of the community, and any allies or people willing to support the strengthening of communities, said Thomas. Thomas said the aw

By Antonio Machado Associate Editor By Avery Slavin News Editor Antonio Machado / THE GATEPOST A man was arraigned in Framingham District Court Oct. 7 after alleged disorderly conduct on the sidewalk adjacent to the McCarthy Center. The individual, Jacob Polcari, was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct on State Street by Framingham State University Police officers on Oct. 6, according to the Framingham District Court. Polcari was on the sidewalk outside of the McCarthy

By Francisco Omar Fernandez Rodriguez Associate Editor Francisco Omar Fernandez Rodriguez / THE GATEPOST Students discussed changes in the size and location of the University’s Fitness Center and shared concerns regarding the lack of access at SGA’s meeting on Sept. 29. The University recently relocated the student fitness center to the former campus store. Now, what was the student fitness center, located on the upper level of the Athletic Center, is a facility reserved for

By Antonio Machado Associate Editor Courtesy of Framingham State What is your academic and professional background? My undergraduate degree is from Illinois State University. I have a bachelor’s in psychology and sociology, and that’s where I got interested in student affairs because I was a resident assistant. And then my master’s degree is from Boston College in higher education administration. I started out working at Lasell University as a hall director, and I also work

By Avery Slavin News Editor In recognition of Suicide Awareness Month, the University is providing additional support to the campus community through the Health Center and SEALS. SEALS Peer Health Educators are certified in mental health first aid and trained to recognize the signs that someone may be struggling with their mental health. The SEALS student workers host tables on campus, typically in the McCarthy Center, rasing awareness about different areas of well-being

By Dylan Pichnarcik Editor-in-Chief What brought you to Framingham State? I was a student at UMass Boston. I did my freshman year at UMass Boston as a biology major. My first three classes were in the biggest lecture hall I've ever seen. There were like 400 students in them, and I was like, “I can’t do it here.” So I completed my freshman year, and then I decided to move to a state university. It was expensive. … I was looking for good universities, and I found Framingham S

By Avery Slavin News Editor SGA discussed co-curricular funding and collaborations at the first Club Representative Meeting on Sept. 22. SGA President Shubham Valand began the meeting by informing the representatives of the other required sessions they must attend. If any meetings are missed by the clubs, they have a chance of getting a cut in funding. Vice President Nathan Piette encouraged the representatives to share their collaborative ideas involving other clubs on cam

By Avery Slavin News Editor Framingham State University has collaborated with local businesses to bring discounts to members of the campus community. David Halbert, director of external affairs, is introducing the new initiative called Rams Rewards in which students, staff, and faculty can receive discounts and benefits from small businesses in the area by using their FSU IDs. Halbert said the idea came about after a conversation about community connection with President Na

Courtesy of Marketing and Communications By Francisco Omar Fernandez Rodriguez Associate Editor There are 855 new students after the add/drop period ended this year, according to Iris Godes, vice president of Enrollment Management. She said the number isn’t finalized until the middle of October, but in Fall 2025, after add/drop, there were 773 new students. The number of applicants and admitted students were both about the same as last year though, she said. The difference

By Francisco Omar Fernandez Rodriguez Associate Editor The Board of Trustees discussed the increase in enrollment and the FY2026 budget at their Sept. 16 meeting. In her report, President Nancy Niemi said the University exceeded its enrollment goal for first-year and transfer students. She said there are 855 new students, with 75 percent being first-year students and 30 percent being transfer students. Among new students, 62 percent are first-generation, 59 percent identified

By Avery Slavin News Editor What is your academic and professional background? I am a family nurse practitioner. I have been a nurse practitioner since 2003. I did my undergraduate at Bates College up in Maine, and then I did my graduate work at Columbia University in New York City, where I’m originally from. I did primary care for the bulk of my career, and then I started in higher education about five years ago. What drew you to Framingham State? Really, the community. I a

Dylan Pichnarcik / THE GATEPOST By Dylan Pichnarcik Editor-in-Chief Twenty-five years ago, America, and the world, stopped. Broadcasts changed to breaking news coverage as two planes flown by individuals identified as al-Qaeda terrorists were flown into the World Trade Center's Twin Towers in New York, NY, at 8:46 a.m. and 9:03 a.m. These events were particularly impactful for those living in Massachusetts, as the two planes, American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines

Dylan Pichnarcik / THE GATEPOST By Dylan Pichnarcik Editor-in-Chief Nineteen students are running for 24 senate seats this fall as SGA ramps up its election season. Candidates for senate stated their case for why they should represent the student body in a candidates' night forum, Tuesday, Sept. 15. Each candidate had two minutes to speak. Following the event, a campaign period of three days will take place. Then on Monday, Sept. 21, voting will begin and will continue unt

By Dylan Pichnarcik Associate Editor Across Route 9, multiple plazas are home to restaurants, cafes, and quick-service eateries that represent a world of cuisine in the historic Framingham Centre Common. Walking across the footbridge across Route 9 connects High Street to Worcester Road West and the accompanying businesses. The footbridge also provides access to businesses on and around Edgell Road, including Trolley Square. To get to Trolley Square from campus by car, tur

By Antonio Machado Multimedia Editor The Massachusetts State College Association (MSCA) held a rally on May 1 to peacefully protest the war in Iran, the surge of arrests done by ICE, cuts to education funding, and attacks on academic freedom. Students, staff, faculty, and administrators gathered in the McCarthy Center to hear speeches from the Framingham State community. The group then marched to the pedestrian bridge on Route 9. Provost and Vice President of Academic Affair

By Julien Fernandez Staff Writer President César Matos introduced an end-of-year commitment letter in a meeting on May 5. The letter was a resolution SGA passed as a public sentiment for what the student government is doing. Matos said he was a recipient of the Kathleen Comitsky Roberts award, which provided him with extra scholarship money. When looking more into her life story, he was inspired by her dedication to her community. He said Roberts was an educator in the st

By Sophia Oppedisano Editor-in-Chief By Dylan Pichnarcik Associate Editor The Board of Trustees concluded its yearly business with a final meeting on May 6 and reflected on the tenure of Trustee Chair Anthony Hubbard, whose term expires at the end of FY2026. Trustee Claire Ramsbottom, who currently serves as Vice Chair, will take on the role next year. Hubbard, a local to Framingham, has served on the Board for two full terms, starting in 2016. He was vice chair from 2022