2024 Accomplishments

A look back at some highlights from 2024

As we welcome the New Year, I want to take a moment to celebrate everything we have accomplished together in 2024. This year has been nothing short of extraordinary, thanks to the hard work, dedication, and collaboration of our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends.

2024 was a year of innovation, growth, and resilience. Together, we reached new milestones, strengthened our academic programs, expanded opportunities for our students, and enhanced our commitment to building an inclusive, vibrant campus community. These achievements reflect our collective passion for advancing the mission of Framingham State University and creating a brighter future.

Below, you’ll find a few selected highlights from this past year—stories that showcase the incredible impact of our community. From new partnerships, to inspiring student and faculty achievements, and an increase in new student enrollment in the face of demographic headwinds, these accomplishments are worth celebrating.

As we step into 2025, let us build on the momentum of the past year and continue striving for excellence. I am filled with pride and gratitude to be part of this remarkable community, and I am excited to see what we will accomplish together in the year ahead.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful, healthy, and prosperous New Year!

Nancy S. Niemi, PhD
President
Framingham State University

Three students smiling at the New Student Reception

11% Increase in new student enrollment

Framingham State welcomed more than 800 new students to FSU as part of the Class of 2028, representing an 11% increase over the previous year!

FSU Drives $284.4 million in annual economic output in Massachusetts

A report from the MetroWest Economic Research Center (MERC) found that Framingham State generates over $284 million in economic output for the state of Massachusetts annually.

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Vandana Singh Publishes New Text on Climate Change

The book, Teaching Climate Change: Science, Stories, Justice (Routledge 2024), was featured in Yale University’s Climate Connections website as one of 12 books on climate change for teachers and educators.