Situated in the mountains of Allegany County, Frostburg State University is one of the 12 institutions of the University System of Maryland. FSU is a comprehensive, residential regional university and serves as an educational and cultural center for Western Maryland. For more information, visit www.frostburg.edu or Facebook. Follow FSU on Twitter.
(see more)Situated in the mountains of Allegany County, Frostburg State University is one of the 12 institutions of the University System of Maryland. FSU is a comprehensive, residential regional university and serves as an educational and cultural center for Western Maryland. For more information, visit www.frostburg.edu or Facebook. Follow FSU on Twitter.
Area Students Named to Frostburg State University Dean's List
The following students from the area have been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University in recognition of outstanding academic achievement for the spring 2021 semester. To be eligible, a student must undertake a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
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2021 Jun 21
Baltimore Area Students Named to Frostburg State University Dean's List
The following students from Baltimore have been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University in recognition of outstanding academic achievement for the spring 2021 semester. To be eligible, a student must undertake a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
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2021 Jun 21
Local Students Recognized With FSU Honors
Frostburg State University values and celebrates academic excellence. Every spring, the University recognizes the academic achievements of a graduating student from each undergraduate and graduate program. These honorees are nominated by the program faculty. Typically, these honorees are recognized at a special convocation ceremony, the evening before commencement. Regrettably, this ceremony could not take place this year due to the continuing pandemic, but this does not diminish the remarkable accomplishments of these students.
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2021 May 6
Baltimore Area Students Earn Bachelor's Degrees at Frostburg State University
The following Baltimore area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the fall semester. While the 157th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 300 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
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2021 Feb 11
Area Students Earn Master's Degrees at Frostburg State University
The following area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the fall semester. While the 157th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 300 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
Graduation -
2021 Feb 11
Local Students Earn Bachelor's Degrees at Frostburg State University
The following area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the fall semester. While the 157th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 300 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
Graduation -
2021 Feb 11
Area Students Earn Doctor of Education Degrees From Frostburg State University
The following area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the fall semester. While the 157th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 300 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
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2021 Feb 11
FSU Student Will Baxter Wins International Design Contest for Agency Representation
Frostburg State University senior art student Will Baxter has wanted to be a professional artist since visiting Disney World when he was five years old. He was named special "artist of the day" by a street illustrator and had the chance to sketch with an official Disney artist.
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2021 Jan 29
Area Students Named to Frostburg State University Dean's List
The following students from the area have been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University in recognition of outstanding academic achievement for the spring 2020 semester. To be eligible, a student must undertake a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
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2021 Jan 26
Baltimore Area Students Named to Frostburg State University Dean's List
The following students from Baltimore have been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University in recognition of outstanding academic achievement for the fall 2020 semester. To be eligible, a student must undertake a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
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2021 Jan 26
FSU Engineering Student Bria' Johnson Receives Prestigious Department of Energy Fellowship
For Frostburg State University engineering student Bria' Johnson, getting to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy's prestigious Mickey Leland Energy Fellowship (MLEF) program this past summer was a tremendous honor. She was even more honored when her research project was highlighted on the DOE's official website. Johnson spent the 10-week program working on "Materials Modeling and Simulation or Supply Chain Assessments" determining "the long-term creep strength and life" of a corrosion- and heat-resistant nickel-base alloy. Her research assignment was monitored by top scientists at the DOE's Office of Fossil Energy.
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2020 Dec 16
FSU Engineering Student Kaoutar Sahmoudi Profiled for "Women in Technology"
As a young girl, Frostburg State University student Kaoutar Sahmoudi always had engineering on her "radar." But it was a career path that was uncommon for women and, particularly, women of color. Now, Sahmoudi's commitment to pursue her dream is receiving international recognition.
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2020 Dec 14
Olivia Shaffer Named Commencement Speaker for Frostburg State University's Fall 2020 Ceremony
Frostburg State University has selected its commencement speakers for the fall 2020 ceremony, Matthew Maust from the College of Business, Abigail Burdock from the College of Education and Olivia Shaffer from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. While the in-person ceremony has been postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, from Monday, Dec. 7, to Friday, Dec. 11, a Grad Week series of virtual recognition activities will be presented online.
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2020 Nov 16
Abigail Burdock Named Commencement Speaker for Frostburg State University's Fall 2020 Ceremony
Frostburg State University has selected its commencement speakers for the fall 2020 ceremony, Matthew Maust from the College of Business, Abigail Burdock from the College of Education and Olivia Shaffer from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. While the in-person ceremony has been postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, from Monday, Dec. 7, to Friday, Dec. 11, a Grad Week series of virtual recognition activities will be presented online.
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2020 Nov 16
Matthew Maust Named Commencement Speaker for Frostburg State University's Fall 2020 Ceremony
Frostburg State University has selected its commencement speakers for the fall 2020 ceremony, Matthew Maust from the College of Business, Abigail Burdock from the College of Education and Olivia Shaffer from the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. While the in-person ceremony has been postponed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, from Monday, Dec. 7, to Friday, Dec. 11, a Grad Week series of virtual recognition activities will be presented online.
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2020 Nov 16
Frostburg State University Student Jessica Thayer Named Newman Civic Fellow
Frostburg State University student Jessica Thayer of Oakland, Md., has been named a Newman Civic Fellow, which recognizes and supports community-committed students. Thayer is a senior double majoring in law and society and political science and minoring in philosophy and is the Student Government Association (SGA) vice president.
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2020 Oct 12
FSU Student Caitlyn Rund to Perform Junior Alto Saxophone Recital
Frostburg State University's Department of Music will present a livestreamed alto saxophone recital, titled "Eating Elephants," by junior Caitlyn Rund on Friday, Sept. 25, at 7:30 p.m. She will be accompanied by pianist Dr. Joseph Yungen. The recital is free to view online. The link will be posted at www.frostburg.edu/concerts.
Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement -
2020 Sep 18
Students Receive Scholarships From Frostburg State University
Frostburg State University announces the following area students have received scholarships for study at the University.
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2020 Aug 10
Local Students Recognized With FSU Honors
At the end of each spring semester, Frostburg State University recognizes the academic achievements of a graduating student from each undergraduate and graduate program. While the annual convocation ceremony was unable to be held due to the continuing pandemic, the following honorees have nonetheless been recognized for their remarkable accomplishments and academic excellence.
Academic Award -
2020 Aug 3
Local Students Earn Bachelor's Degrees at Frostburg State University
The following area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the spring semester. While the 156th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 650 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
Graduation -
2020 Jul 28
Baltimore Area Students Earn Bachelor's Degrees at Frostburg State University
The following Baltimore area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the spring semester. While the 156th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 650 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
Graduation -
2020 Jul 28
Area Students Earn Master's Degrees at Frostburg State University
The following area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the spring semester. While the 156th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 650 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
Graduation -
2020 Jul 28
Area Students Earn Doctor of Education Degrees From Frostburg State University
The following area students have earned degrees from Frostburg State University for the spring semester. While the 156th commencement ceremony has been postponed, diplomas were still awarded to more than 650 candidates for degrees. "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on your achievement," said FSU President Ronald Nowaczyk in a video message to graduates. "You have worked many years for this milestone, and the events of the past few months have not lessened the magnitude of your achievement. If anything, they have heightened it."
Graduation -
2020 Jul 27
Area Students Named to Frostburg State University Dean's List
The following students from the area have been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University in recognition of outstanding academic achievement for the spring 2020 semester. To be eligible, a student must undertake a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Dean's List -
2020 Jul 21
Baltimore Area Students Named to Frostburg State University Dean's List
The following students from Baltimore have been named to the dean's list at Frostburg State University in recognition of outstanding academic achievement for the spring 2020 semester. To be eligible, a student must undertake a minimum of 12 credit hours and earn a cumulative semester grade point average of at least 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.
Dean's List -
2020 Jul 21
Tyler Bauer Honored With Social Change Award at Frostburg State
Frostburg State University student Tyler Bauer of Hedgesville, W.Va., was honored with the Social Change Award at the 2019-2020 FSU Leadership and Engagement Awards virtual celebration.
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2020 Jun 17
Steve McKee Honored With Unsung Hero Award at Frostburg State
Frostburg State University student Steve McKee of Flintstone, Md., was honored with the Unsung Hero Award at the 2019-2020 FSU Leadership and Engagement Awards virtual celebration.
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2020 Jun 17
Emma Duncan Honored With SGA Outstanding Senior Service Award at Frostburg State
Frostburg State University senior Emma Duncan of Frostburg, Md., was honored with the SGA Outstanding Senior Service Award at the 2019-2020 FSU Leadership and Engagement Awards virtual celebration.
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2020 Jun 17
Reginald Morton Honored With Emerging Leader Award at Frostburg State
Frostburg State University sophomore Reginald Morton of Baltimore, Md., was honored with the Emerging Leader Award at the 2019-2020 FSU Leadership and Engagement Awards virtual celebration.
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2020 Jun 17
Derek Staines Honored With Derek Thomson Sheely Leadership Award at Frostburg State University
Frostburg State University student Derek Staines of Abingdon, Md., was honored with the Derek Thomson Sheely Leadership Award at the 2019-2020 FSU Leadership and Engagement Awards virtual celebration.
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2020 Jun 17