Research

Research

Transformative research to advance the world.
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At Worcester State, students engage with faculty to perform cutting-edge, transformative research that serves to advance the world we live in – our community, state, nation, and beyond. The University values the curiosity and drive which leads students to explore a topic of academic interest through research.

We recognize the importance of reinforcing student learning with experiences outside the classroom. Each year, Worcester State recognizes the accomplishments of hundreds of our scholars and researchers at the Celebration of Scholarship and Creativity, and our Faculty Showcase.

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STUDENT STORIES

Scholarship & Research at Worcester State

Hear about the exciting, cutting-edge research underway at Worcester State–and discover what unique opportunities await you here.
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Worcester State student Moises Chauca
My research group found links between rock & roll music and reading comprehension, and we were able to present the research to our classmates.
— Moises Chauca, Psychology
Worcester State student Anna Johnson
As a Sociology Major, I've learned to be a good researcher. I've learned to understand where people come from. I had the opportunity to research or specific groups in Worcester and how to utilize that community spaces, which helped me to learn more about the city I live in.
— Anna Johnson, Sociology & Political Science
Worcester State student Bryan Escobar
My research projects have focused on mental health and Latinx population health. I focus on how to make healthcare more affordable through prevention, and how we can open doors and allow for every population to feel included in new research.
— Bryan Escobar, Nursing
Worcester State student Tallia Annese
Working closely with one of my professors, I was able to complete an independent study on tissue culture, which is really big in biotech. That research opportunity was a huge milestone for me.
— Tallia Annese, Biotechnology Graduate Student
Kayleigh Irish, History and Secondary Education
My advisor encouraged me to complete a directed study on my favorite subject in history: the American Revolution. I was able to conduct research at the Worcester Art Museum, and really dive into the intricacies of the period.
— Kayleigh Irish, History and Secondary Education
Worcester State student Nhu Le
As a Chemistry major, I've worked on multiple research projects, including developing ultra-small and biocompatible nanomaterials for biomedical applications at the Children's Medical Center at UMass.
— Nhu Le, Chemistry
There's a uniqueness at Worcester State when it comes to researching alongside faculty–you feel like project partners, united in some really cool advanced research. The professors here guide your toward your full potential–they support and encourage you to do things you didn't know you were were capable of.
— Bradley Montanez, Chemistry
I'm working on a project where we are looking into microplastics in a local lake. I think one of my favorite parts of the research is I get to go canoeing with the professors.
— Vincent Pellegrino, Geography

Academic Innovation

Ulster University School of Law

Worcester State students can now pursue graduate degrees at Ulster University

In an exciting new partnership, Worcester State University has established an agreement that allows select undergraduate students to seamlessly transition into graduate programs at Ulster University in Northern Ireland. The agreement covers five areas of study at Worcester State: English, history, political science, sociology, and urban studies. Qualifying students can apply to pursue one of […]

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Antonio Guijarro-Donadios

Worcester State University expands language program with Quechua and Vietnamese

In a push to broaden the cultural perspectives of its students, Worcester State University plans to offer two new language courses this fall— Quechua and Vietnamese.  Antonio Guijarro-Donadios, chair of the World Languages Department, said the new language offerings are a way to expand the department beyond Spanish, which is currently the dominant focus. “If […]

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A group at the Becker gift announcement

Worcester State University Receives Transformational $1.24 Million Gift from Closing of Becker College

Worcester State University recently announced a $1.24 million gift from Becker College that will have a profound, lasting impact on the university’s nationally ranked Dr. Lillian R. Goodman Department of Nursing.  “We are honored and thrilled to accept this transformational gift from Becker College,” said Worcester State University President Barry Maloney. “We are deeply grateful […]

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Dignitaries at the opening

Educating the Educators: Worcester State University Relaunches its Pre-K-12 Center

In a move that underscores its commitment to teacher preparation and local schools, Worcester State University has officially reopened its Center for Pre-K-12 Initiatives in Education, providing a hub for innovation and collaboration. The reopening was marked by an event Feb. 26 in the university’s Eager Auditorium that featured a keynote address from award-winning teacher […]

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Alden awardees prepare students for their future with experiential learning

Experiential learning is the guiding principle of professors Laura Reynolds and Anthony Dell’Aera, the 2024 recipients of the George I. Alden Excellence in Teaching Award. The award is the highest recognition for pedagogy and instruction at Worcester State University.  The Center for Teaching and Learning: Faculty Development Center (CTL) created the award to publicly acknowledge […]

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Worcester State’s online master’s in nursing earns No. 2 ranking in Massachusetts

RegisteredNursing.org has ranked Worcester State University’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program one of the top programs in the state for 2025. The recognition highlights institutions’ dedication to academic excellence and support for nursing students. Rankings are based on a comprehensive methodology that evaluates factors such as program quality, affordability, and graduate success rates. […]

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New NEH grant will open civic engagement internships throughout Worcester

Worcester State undergraduates studying humanities will have new opportunities to learn, build skills, and participate in civic engagement internships at cultural, social, and civic organizations around Worcester with the support of a new National Endowment for the Humanities grant. The $25,000 grant, awarded to Worcester State in late fall 2024, creates the new NEH Spotlight […]

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Professors research representations of disability at American Antiquarian Society

Worcester State students will be able to benefit from the research on disability that two professors did at Worcester’s American Antiquarian Society last summer. Professors Riley McGuire and Kym Meyer, who both have a long interest in disability studies, attended a five-day seminar on visual representations of disability and are bringing what they learned into […]

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