Graduates in caps and gowns walk down a hallway while faculty and others stand on either side clapping and celebrating their achievement.
May 18, 2026
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Worcester State honors graduate students at 2026 commencement ceremony

Worcester State University held its graduate school commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 14, awarding 361 advanced degrees to students in education, nursing, speech-language pathology, . . .

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May 13, 2026
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Eleven Worcester State students win 2026 Library Research Awards

Eleven students received Worcester State University Library Research Awards this spring in recognition of their academic excellence and dedication. The library awards committee honors students to . . .

Students and attendees view and discuss research posters at a presentation event in a large hall at Worcester State University.
April 28, 2026
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Worcester State celebrates student scholarship and creativity

Worcester State University came alive on Wednesday, April 22, as students, faculty, and families gathered for the annual Scholarship and Creativity Day, showcasing the depth and diversity of student . . .

April 24, 2026
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2026 George I. Alden Excellence in Teaching Award winners announced

Worcester State University has announced the recipients of the 2026 George I. Alden Excellence in Teaching Award, recognizing two faculty members whose innovative, student-centered approaches . . .

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April 24, 2026
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Worcester State hosts largest career fair in university history

More than 70 employers and nearly 300 students filled the gymnasium at Worcester State University on April 15th for the institution’s largest career fair to date, creating a high-energy environment . . .

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April 24, 2026
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OMA LEAP event connects Worcester Public Schools students to culture and community at Worcester State

Worcester State University recently welcomed thousands of middle school students to campus for the OMA LEAP event, a dynamic cultural experience that blended education, performance, and hands-on . . .

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March 6, 2026
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Worcester State library expands eBook access through HELM Grant

Students at Worcester State University will have expanded access to academic eBooks thanks to a new grant supporting collaboration among public higher education libraries across the . . .

A women’s lacrosse team poses on a field, wearing medals and holding a trophy, celebrating a championship win at Worcester State University.
March 6, 2026
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Worcester State community rallies, raises $33,580 in WOOGIVES campaign

The Worcester State University community once again demonstrated the power of collective generosity during the annual WOOGIVES campaign, raising $33,580 to support students across campus. Held . . .

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February 9, 2026
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Criminology professor elected President of the Korean Society of Criminology in America

Worcester State University Professor of Criminal Justice and Department Chair Dr. Hyesun Kim has been elected to serve as the 9th President of the Korean Society of Criminology in America (KOSCA), a . . .

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February 2, 2026
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Worcester State welcomes new staff to lead TRIO Student Support Services program

Worcester State University has welcomed two new staff members to lead its newly established TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program, a federally funded initiative designed to strengthen academic . . .

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