Perseverantia: Fitchburg State University Podcast Network

In “To Fly Like a Falcon," Timothy Dewey, a senior at Fitchburg State University, reflects on his college experiences and asks some questions on what it means to be a Falcon. Listen along as he talks about his personal experiences and research into the FSU student, how times have changed, and what he found to be important about his college experience.

Written and narrated by Timothy Dewey, a Math major with minors in Psychologi...

"Finding Your Flock" is about exploring cultural heritage and identity formation during the college years, using Fitchburg State University as a lens. Research, faculty interviews, and student experiences inform a deep dive into finding belonging and purpose, challenging the idea of college as just a temporary phase and advocating for active community engagement to build lasting connections.

Written and narrated by Coean B...

CATCHING UP WITH… is an ongoing series where Fitchburg State alumni reflect on their time here on campus, celebrate their accomplishments and discuss how they got from here to where they are now.

This is part two of our special two-part episode featuring Fitchburg State graduates of the Communication Media Department sharing how they took their first steps into the professional world of communications, the importance of staying curr...

CATCHING UP WITH…is an ongoing series where Fitchburg State alumni reflect on their time here on campus, celebrate their accomplishments and discuss how they got from here to where they are now.

This special two-part episode features the Alumni Panel of the 2025 Visions Exhibition, Fitchburg State University’s annual event that showcases the best original work from the students in the Communications Media Department.

The 2025 Alumni ...

Annabella Valle (COMM ‘25) studied both Theater and Film and Video Production at Fitchburg State University as a Communications Media major.  In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Annabella shares her passion for Fitchburg State’s theater program -- in particular the impact of Professors Mary Vreeland and Kelly Morgan on her professional and personal growth as an actor and filmmaker.  She also makes the case for why every student ...

In this episode of the CATCHING UP WITH... series, Fitchburg State University President Donna Hodge catches up with Peter Reynolds (COMM ’83), as he talks about his journey from being a hungry Fitchburg State graphic design student in the Communications Media department to best-selling author, illustrator, and 2025 Commencement Speaker.  

Peter Reynolds is an acclaimed author with over 40 million copies of his books in print worldwi...

In this episode of FIVE WITH A (future) FALCON, Emily Puccia (COMM '26) talks to Danny Schaffer (COMM '27) about his goals and aspirations as he makes the transition from Middlesex Community College to Fitchburg State University starting the Fall 2025 semester.

Danny completed his Associates Degree at Middlesex in film and video production -- and is now looking forward to continue building towards a career in film producti...

Professor of English Studies Kisha Tracy, who holds a Ph.D. in Medieval Studies from the University of Connecticut, discusses her research shared in a recent Harrod Lecture, Fitchburg State’s longstanding faculty lecture series.  Dr. Tracy explores decolonizing the study of disability in the Middle Ages -- and how that research fits more broadly within her work as a medievalist specializing in disability studies with a particular f...

In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Gabriel Rivera (HIST '26) interviews Nicole Salerno. Nicole is the Assistant Director of Study Abroad in the International Education office at Fitchburg State and is passionate about helping students discover new academic opportunities abroad.  Join us and listen to what Nicole has to say about her sense of belonging at Fitchburg State!

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In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Isaiah Manuel (COMM '25) details his  journey at Fitchburg State as a student in the Film/Video Production program.  From coming out of the pandemic as a shy and reserved person with no solid direction to becoming an active member in the Communications Media department and taking first place at a student media summit pitch contest, Isaiah reflects on his growth as a student and his ever-e...

To commemorate Women's History Month, we look to those who will one day make history.  

When pursuing our dreams, we are often met with obstacles and conflicts that can lead us down the path of demotivation and loss of confidence. This is not the case with Juliana Ricci, a student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), majoring in aerospace engineering with a concentration in astronautical engineering. 

Following her passion ...

Today, we present one of the episodes produced in this winter's course on the Politics and Poetics of Hip-Hop offered by historian and Professor Katherine Jewell. 

The assignment said: 

"This assignment is your chance to advance your own interpretation of the evolution or application of the knowledge and insight developed this term. In a one-hour radio show, for which you will produce a script and a playlist and record for ...

In this episode, in honor of Black History Month, we present one of the episodes produced in this winter's course on the Politics and Poetics of Hip-Hop offered by historian and Professor Katherine Jewell. 

The assignment said: 

"This assignment is your chance to advance your own interpretation of the evolution or application of the knowledge and insight developed this term. In a one-hour radio show, for which you will prod...

In this episode of FIVE WITH A FALCON, Elliot Zopatti (COMM ‘24) talks about studying Technical Theater (TETA) within the Communications Media department and being an active member of the campus community, including serving as a Residential Advisor (RA).  He also talks about how Fitchburg State -- and, especially, his 20+ strong friend group -- helped him find his sense of belonging. 

As a member of the Honors Program, El...

We all experience the death of a loved one at some point in our lives.  But how can it impact us when it occurs during adolescence?   In this special release, Jeremy Allik (COMM '25) sits down with his mother, Marjorie Raskin to discuss the death of her brother Tommy, on November 30, 1977.  Marjorie was 13 years old when her 16-year-old brother -- Jeremy's Uncle Tommy -- died.

Marjorie talks about their life grow...

This week's round-up mixes things up with a special Exam Week Edition.  Round-Up Host Nick Castillo talks to students on campus about how they get through finals week.  From the quiet zen of a monk to maniacally listening to video game boss music, these half dozen Fitchburg State students all take different approaches to making it through finals.

This is the last episode of the Weekly Round-Up for the Fall 2024 semes...

Joining host Tori Kiolbasa ('25) on GTTP is Student Government Association (SGA) President Mike Burns (HIST ‘26) and Senator Josh Cronin (COMM '26).  In addition to their service to student government, Mike is a columnist for The Point -- Fitchburg State University’s student-run newspaper -- and Josh hosts North Central News, a collaboration between The Point and Fitchburg Access Television (FATV).   

In their co...

Welcome to CATCHING UP WITH ... where Fitchburg State students and recent graduates talk to Fitchburg State alumni, reflecting on their time here on campus, celebrating their accomplishments, and discussing how they got from here to where they are now.

In this special follow-up episode, Buffy Cautela (COMM ‘22) and Autumn Olson (COMM/HIST ‘20) catch up with each other one year after their first interview, which you can find in our p...

Hosted by Nick Castillo, this week's round-up covers student-led events between December 1st through December 8th on the Fitchburg State University campus. 

These events were directly sourced from FalConnect, if you have not logged into FalConnect with your Falcon Key, check out the many more events that are coming up!

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