2/12/2026

This week’s Point was written by Jeff Melnick of the American Studies Department, and former vice-president of the FSU. As always, The Point represents the views of the author and is not the official position of the FSU.

It is a truism, but one worth repeating to ourselves, that we are living in particularly challenging times.

2/11/2026

Dear Members,

The vote on our healthcare costs is tomorrow. This is our last chance to tell the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) not to increase our deductibles, co-pays, premiums, and to continue covering critical prescriptions such as GLP-1s.

2/10/2026

Dear Colleague,

2/9/2026

FSU Calendar February 9th to 13

Thursday, February 12th UDC Pizza and Cookies 12:00PM to 1:00PM

Stop by the University Dining Club for some pizza (bring your own beverage) and relax, chat with colleagues and meet new colleagues. Pick up some FSU swag – stickers, buttons and t-shirts.

Upcoming:

Nominations for FSU Executive Committee closes Friday, February 20th at 4PM

2/5/2026

Dear Faculty and Librarians,

Right now, Governor Healey is asking the Group Insurance Commission (GIC) to shift $100 million in healthcare costs from the Commonwealth onto us. If this goes through, it will mean higher co-pays, deductibles, and premiums, along with the elimination of coverage for critical prescriptions such as GLP-1s.