Inside UMB-FSU

7/16/2024

Dear Member,

We write to inform you of important changes to the current Title IX regulations.  These changes, when implemented, will impact each one of us.  We ask that you take a few minutes to read this communication and the attachments.

The United States Department of Education has been working on new Title IX regulations.  The regulations have been released and they are effective August 1, 2024**

6/13/2024

Dear Members,

Before you go into full period of non-responsibility mode, we share a request from MTA to complete a workplace survey.  In addition, a recent Boston Globe article provides a good explanation of what happens to retirees on state pensions when you also qualify to receive Social Security.  

6/4/2024

Dear Member,

Boston Pride for the People Parade, June 8^th 

5/22/2024

Dear Members,

The FSU reached out to Provost Berger regarding summer session course registrations specifically the May 10th deadline for summer session one. We are concerned that the early deadline harms students who may not be focused on summer classes while completing Spring 24 class work.  

We know this is extra work for you and we oppose the administration's decision to close summer registration so early this year. 

The below is the response received from Joe Berger. 

Sincerely,

5/20/2024

Dear Members,

This week is why we do what we do.  Commencement week is exciting.  Our students are amazing – they work many hours off campus, commute (this year with multiple T closures), and participate in student organizations. Watching the number of students who rise when the Chancellor asks ‘who are the first in their family to graduate from college’ is heartwarming.

You might be tired from and still grading final papers and exams; but remember you have set your students forward on a path of success.