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FSU RAMS Football Opens Season with 20-17 Victory over Endicott

Framingham State University RAMS

Framingham, MA – The Framingham State University football team had four interceptions including one returned for a touchdown by senior Matt Mangano (Winchester, MA) as the Rams defeated Endicott College 20-17 in non-conference action this afternoon at Bowditch Field.

Framingham State forced five turnovers in the game, four interceptions and one fumble, which they converted into a pair of scores. Mangano had a pair of interceptions and three tackles, while junior Tyllor McDonald (Springfield, MA) and sophomore Jaquan Harris (Randolph, MA) each had picks in the waning minutes of the game to help secure the victory.

The Rams (1-0) turned the ball over on downs near midfield on the first possession of the game and Endicott (0-1) would need just one play, a 47-yard touchdown toss from senior Drew Frenette (New Bedford, MA) to junior Alec Matys (Woburn, MA), to take the game’s first lead. After Kyle Regan (Nashua, NH) converted the extra point, the Gulls led 7-0 with 11:37 on the clock.

Junior Tyler Calitri (West Hartford, Conn.) intercepted Matt Silva (Dracut, MA) on the Rams ensuing possession. The Gulls drove deep into Ram territory on the strength of Frenette’s arm, but senior Kevin Donahue (Norfolk, MA) was able to deflect a Frenette pass. Mangano was right there to make the pick and raced 71 yards to the end zone for the touchdown. After a penalty on the extra point led to (more…)

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September 6, 2014

Sports

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Alumni Group Awards Sixty-nine Scholarships

Visit the IAFSA website for additional information about scholarships at www.AlumniHouse.org

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni (IAFSA) is pleased to announce its 2014-2015 scholarship winners.

IAFSA, a charitable non-profit organization founded in 1874, offers approximately 30 scholarships and awards to Framingham State University students as well as interest-free loans. Some scholarships have multiple recipients. Scholarships and loan funding are provided by donations and bequests.

This year IAFSA is granting awards to a record 68 Framingham State University students. Scholarships range from $250 to $2,500. Recipients were chosen based upon their area of study, academic achievement, financial need, hometown, and campus involvement.

Two Framingham residents received awards. John McNeil was selected to receive the Cannes Internship Scholarship which makes it possible for qualified students to participate in the Cannes International Film Festival program through an associated one credit course. It was established in 2013 by an anonymous donor. Rebecca Wilson received The Murtaugh Scholarship which was established in honor of her parents by Joan E. Murtaugh, ’61 who taught for 36 years in the Framingham Public Schools. Graduates of any high school in Framingham may apply, with preference given to the offspring of police, fire, or military personnel.

Juliana Marra from Natick received the Paul T. Murphy Memorial Scholarship which was established by (more…)

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August 5, 2014

Schools & Education

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FSU Softball Sweeps Becker in Doubleheader

Framingham State University RAMS

Framingham, MA – The Framingham State University softball team swept a doubleheader with Becker College this afternoon by scores of 10-2 in six innings and 14-4 in five innings in non-conference action at Farley Field.

With the wins, the Rams improve to 15-17 on the year, while the Hawks fall to 12-18 with the two losses.

The Rams grabbed the early lead with a run in the bottom of the first of the opener. Junior Shelby Phillips (Taunton, Mass.) blooped a two out single to center and moved to second on a pass ball. Freshman Danielle Belliveau (Lakeville, Mass.) followed with a base hit to right driving in Phillips for the 1-0 advantage.

Becker tied the game in the top of the fourth as they (more…)

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April 24, 2014

Sports

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FSU Baseball Takes a Pair of One Run Games from Fitchburg State

Framingham State University RAMS

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham State University baseball team received strong pitching performances from senior Matt DiCato (Winthrop, Mass.) and freshman Mike Andrews (Stoneham, Mass.) as the Rams defeated Fitchburg State 2-1 in eight innings and 3-2 to sweep a Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) doubleheader this afternoon at Bowditch Field.

With the pair of wins, the Rams improve to 10-8 on the year and are now 3-1 in the MASCAC, while the Falcons fall to 13-8 overall and 0-4 in the conference.

DiCato and Fitchburg State freshman Kyle (more…)

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April 5, 2014

Sports

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FSU Women’s Lacrosse 7-5 Victory over Mass. Maritime in MASCAC Open

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FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham State University women’s lacrosse team tallied five second half goals en route to a 7-5 victory over Massachusetts Maritime Academy in the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) opener for both squads this afternoon at Maple Street Field.

With the win, the Rams improve to 2-3 on the season and are now 1-0 in the conference, while the Buccaneers are still in search of their first victory at 0-3 overall and are now 0-1 in the MASCAC.

The Rams jumped out to a 2-0 lead as they converted on a pair of free position opportunities. Freshman Jessica Graham (Woburn, Mass.) struck first just under (more…)

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March 29, 2014

Sports

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FSU Football Wins 21-14 Over UMass Dartmouth

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FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham State University defense forced four turnovers by the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth including a sack fumble by senior defensive end Chevere Archer (Lynn, Mass.) with 2:02 remaining in the game as the Rams defeated the Corsairs 21-14 in a Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) football contest this afternoon at Framingham’s Bowditch Field.

The Rams remain unbeaten in the MASCAC at 3-0 and improve to 4-1 overall, while the Corsairs slip to 1-3 on the year and are now 1-2 in the conference. (more…)

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October 5, 2013

Sports

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FSU Football Celebrates Homecoming with 42-21 Victory over Fitchburg State

Framingham State University RAMS

FRAMINGHAM, MA – The Framingham State University football team built a 35-6 halftime lead and overcame three second half turnovers to defeat the Fitchburg State University Falcons 42-21 in a Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference (MASCAC) match-up on the inaugural weekend of MASCAC football.

The Rams improve to 2-1 on the year and 1-0 in the conference, while the Falcons fall to 1-2 overall and are now 0-1 in the MASCAC.

Senior running back Melikke Van Alstyne (Salem, Mass.) had an outstanding day en route to his third straight Calder Award. The Calder Award is presented annually to the most valuable player of the Homecoming Day game in memory of former Ram football captain John Calder. Van Alstyne accounted for 215 of the (more…)

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September 21, 2013

Schools & Education, Sports

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Executive Director of Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni Retiring After 25 Years of Service

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FRAMINGHAM, MA – Framingham resident, Marilyn Manzella, Executive Director of the Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni (IAFSA), is retiring after 25 years of service.

IAFSA is a self-governing, non-profit organization established in 1874 by dedicated Framingham State alumni.

Manzella, Class of 1969, joined the staff in 1988 and became Executive Director in 2004.

IAFSA administers funds that provide scholarships for Framingham State students and benevolent assistance for alumni while maintaining the Alumni House for member and community functions. Funding is provided by donations and bequests from alumni and friends. During the 2012-2013 school year, a record 58 students received IAFSA scholarships and awards and eight students received interest-free loans.

At the 2013 Annual Meeting, IAFSA President Kelly Raymond announced that, after 25 years of service, (more…)

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May 31, 2013

Schools & Education

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Sen. Karen Spilka honored by Framingham State University as Citizen Laureate

Senator Karen Spilka and Dr. Timothy Flanagan at Framingham State University, (5/19/2013).
FRAMINGHAM, MA – On Sunday morning, May 19th Senator Karen Spilka was presented with the Citizen Laureate Award at the Framingham State University graduate commencement ceremony. The award, given annually to an individual who has consistently supported the University, was awarded to Spilka in recognition of her advocacy on behalf of the MetroWest region. President Flanagan praised Spilka for her leadership in advancing public transportation and strengthening public higher education in the Commonwealth.

Accepting the award, she remarked on the importance of the University in her career. “In my many years as a MetroWest resident and legislator, I have had a long and extremely rewarding relationship with Framingham State University – we are truly partners in advancing higher education,” Spilka said. “FSU is a prime example of what makes my work as a public servant worthwhile: the opportunity to invest resources, creativity and new ideas into an institution that prepares the next (more…)

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May 22, 2013

Politics, Schools & Education

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Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Conference at FSU
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FRAMINGHAM, MA – Framingham State University is hosting the 2012 Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Conference on Saturday, January 14, 2012 from8:30am – 1:30pm.

The 2012 Youth Conference has something to offer to Framingham youth of all ages, with breakout sessions for kids in grades K-12. The conference includes workshops and a “team building lunch”.

The conference starts with a general session titled: “We’ve come a long way. Celebrating the journey”.

Grade/age appropriate breakout workshops include:
- All You need is Love! – This workshop is designed to introduce our younger children, (Grades K-5), to Dr. King, his dream and (more…)
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January 12, 2012

Schools & Education

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