University News
Remembering President Nowaczyk
When Dr. Ronald Nowaczyk passed away on Jan. 31, 2025, Frostburg State University lost a leader, educator, mentor and friend. During his tenure at FSU, he remained a steadfast leader navigating both successful initiatives as well as a global pandemic. Regardless of the circumstances, with Dr. Nowaczyk at the helm, Frostburg made important progress that was always in the best interest of and for the good of the University and its students.
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Enrollment, Retention at FSU on the Rise
Census data shows that enrollment is still on the rise at FSU for the third year, with 3,320 total students enrolled for Spring 2025, up from 3,243 last spring. (Published 2/20/25)
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Students Accepted into Pre-Med Program
FSU and the WV School of Osteopathic Medicine partnered to provide skills and credentials necessary for admission to osteopathic medical school through the WVSOM Pre-Osteopathic Medicine Program. (Published 9/16/24)
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EMAP Puts Budget Back in the Black
The EMAP that emerged from a lengthy process that included the opportunity for input from the campus community and alumni is a balanced approach that impacts every part of campus. (Published 2/10/25)
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FSU, USGI AI Collaborate to Revolutionize GI Care
FSU's Department of Computer Science and Information Technologies announced a partnership with USGI AI, which has been awarded the Maryland Industrial Partnerships (MIPS) grant. (Published 12/16/24)
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Students Participate in Film Festival
Three FSU Emerging Media students participated in the Mountain Maryland Film Festival, hosted by the Allegany County Arts Council. (Published 12/12/24)
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FSU eSports Team Undefeated Again
FSU's Red Rocket League eSports team recently recorded back-to-back divisional championships, this time defeating Babson College in the grand final. (Published 12/9/24)
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FSU Recognized as Most Engaged for Voting
FSU has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting. (Published 11/19/24)
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Helping Those in Need
The FSU community stepped up big for their friends and neighbors by donating a total of 96 Thanksgiving baskets and $2,066 in gift cards.
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FSU Offers PA Studies Pathways
FSU has established a streamlined pathway for undergraduate students to advance from a B.S. in Health Science directly into the FSU Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies program. (Published 10/15/24)
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Atkinson Posthumously Given Honorary Doctorate
Frostburg State University posthumously presented Pansye Atkinson with an honorary doctorate at the 165th Commencement ceremony held on Dec. 18. (Published 12/19/24)
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Student Admitted into McNair Program
Clara Tavarez was recently notified that she was admitted into the University of Maryland Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program. (Published 2/21/25)
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Faculty and Staff Receive Accolades
Several FSU faculty and staff have received accolades for their accomplishments.