News 2017

Goal is to "make every dollar invested by families, taxpayers and donors count toward excellent education, groundbreaking research and meaningful community engagement."

New elective involves using focus groups, comprised of undergraduate and graduate students, to assess and address specific client needs

November 19, 2017 - January 29, 2018 at the McCormick Gallery in Boston.

On Friday, December 1, NASA astronaut and UMass Dartmouth alumnus Scott Tingle (’87) was interviewed about his time at UMassD. Tingle is currently residing at the Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center in Star City, Russia to prepare for his upcoming space flight. He will be heading to the International Space Station on December 17.  

Allen TenBusschen, Painting graduate student, and Prof. Elena Peteva have been selected to be in the competitive TAPPED national juried exhibition at Manifest Gallery, in Cincinnati, December 15 – January 12, 2018.

English Professor Jason Zysk's first book discusses how religion plays a role in Shakespeare’s work and early English drama.

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is pleased to announce the Emerging Young Artists 2018 Juried Exhibition

Study demonstrates usage trends among Fortune 500 Companies based on various platforms

UMass President Marty Meehan and the chancellors of the five UMass campuses issued a statement opposing provisions of the federal “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” that they say will have a negative impact on UMass students and college students.

Alum Marcos Sastre-Cordova talks about his work as a systems engineer and explains how pursuing his doctorate degree at SMAST helped advance his career path.

For the victims of water devastation in Flint, Michigan, and Puerto Rico

Dr. Uchill featured in international conferences and publications

UMass Dartmouth experts discuss ocean waves as a source of sustainable, renewable energy

New Research Effort Will Examine How Ocean Industries Can Coexist and Thrive

The research will determine Harvey’s impacts on coastal carbon cycle, metabolic balance, and ocean acidification.

$150,000 gift from Leo and Anne Albert Charitable Trust will be combined with $100,000 state public health investment to support Cranberry Health Research Center

Weekly Online Conversations Related to Arts & Pedagogy

Introduction to Climate course offered this spring will equip undergraduates with an understanding of the effects of climate change.

Featuring Zine-making Workshop and Artist Talk

Live video camera designed by scientists at UMass Dartmouth may present a more accurate count of Atlantic cod fishery

At Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce meeting, Dean Eric Mitnick cites exam scores, expanded partnerships with Massachusetts colleges, 100,000 hours of service to the community

Participatory Art in South Asia: Painting with Bangladesh Foreign Workers in Singapore

Will join astronauts from Russia and Germany for four-month mission

It was a text message about a fourteen-year-old girl being sold by her ISIS captor for $17,000 that set everything into motion, and catapulted Professor Brian Glyn Williams into his most exciting adventure yet.

2015 discovery of gravitational waves proved Einstein’s theory

2015 discovery of gravitational waves proved Einstein’s theory

Dr. Steven Cadrin awarded for his contributions to the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea

UMass Dartmouth-based school of law earned national accreditation and multiple recognitions for excellence and service since 2016

New teaching, research and policy center built in collaboration with the state Division of Marine Fisheries triples university’s marine science presence in nation’s top fishing port

ABET seal of approval reaffirms excellence of undergraduate bioengineering, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering programs

Roz Crews will be working on a project that involves CVPA, the Housing and Residence Education department, and the Office of Faculty Development.

Art History Full-Time Lecturer, Dr. Uchill joins us from MIT

Professor Pamela Karimi will present at the Chicago Cultural Center, Oct 4 2017 (5:00-8:00 pm)

Freshmen Art & Design Students Create Zines Examining Library Resources

Health care, law enforcement, student, and community leaders will focus on “help, hope, and recovery” as Massachusetts confronts opioid challenge

University peace pole is one of more than 100,000 in 180 countries around the world

Professor Crayhon will embark on her second research and teaching Fulbright to Russia for six months beginning in January 2018.

Arrrr! We’re putting a Corsair spin on Gratitude Day, Sept. 19.

UMass Dartmouth's Black History 4 Seasons Council announces events for the 2017-2018 academic year

Meet our new Chancellor in the latest issue of UMassD Magazine

After achieving Tier 1 status for the first time last year, the only Massachusetts Tier 1 research university south of Boston moves from 220 to 207 among 311 national universities. There are more than 3,000 degree-granting four-year institutions in the United States.

This year's This We Believe winners wrote and read three heartfelt essays and allowed the Class of 2021 to share in their experiences.

Chancellor Johnson, President Meehan, other UMass chancellors respond to rescinding of DACA

Starting first semester with Social Practice Conference

Professor Laura Franz and Professor Yoon Soo Lee presented at TypeCon Boston conference in August.

Michaella Lesieur '18 is utilizing the skills gained as an English major to support a cause that she believes in.

Message to students, faculty, and staff encourages belief in possibility thinking, succeeding against the odds

A solo exhibition of work by Professor Elena Peteva

Megan Winton, a PhD student at SMAST, is conducting research that will improve the understanding of Cape Cod’s emerging white shark population and serve as the foundation for future monitoring and conservation efforts.

Art History faculty in collaboration with Boston’s ICA features New Bedford native and internationally celebrated artist Mark Dion.

Several lanes to be closed August 24-25

Co-hosting the annual prime venue for engineering mechanics with MIT

Rain date: April 8, 2024

"It is only through civil discourse in a free and open society that we can deprive hate of its oxygen..."

In addition to lessons on ocean technology, students gained knowledge about the vast career opportunities for aspiring marine scientists.The multi-week orientation is part of an ongoing collaboration between SMAST and the Tabor Academy.

UMassD alum joins Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection's Waterway Protection Program to help address Commonwealth's statewide concerns

CVPA graduate Seth Rainville ’96 has been selected as a 2017-2018 Artist in Residence at the Ceramics Program – Office for the Arts at Harvard.

Researchers at UMass Dartmouth's School for Marine Science & Technology will showcase work at 2017 Boston Seafood Festival

Dr. Chandra Orrill seeks to build on the late James Kaput’s vision of “democratizing math education”

Since the establishment of the Commonwealth's first public law school in 2010, its students have contributed nearly $3 million of pro bono legal services and other assistance to community organizations

"It is an honor for me to join you in this endeavor, and stand with you on the shoulders of so many who have contributed to this institution for generations."

Multi-stage project brings together policymakers, fishermen, and scientists to help identify information to be included in new model aimed at improving existing models and data used to manage New England groundfish.

University receives $1.5 million for need-based student aid and other initiatives; RIPR brings local public service journalism to region; WUMD goes online; UMass Dartmouth and RIPR to collaborate on new journalism efforts

Distinguished members of community and university will lend expertise and experience to the nation’s preeminent Center devoted to sharing the cultural and intellectual capital of the Lusophone world

UMass Dartmouth’s radio station to celebrate 42 years of broadcasting, and begin anew as online station

Annual event showcases scientific research in Massachusetts that is enabled through high-performance computing.

First students expected to start this fall

The award established in 2016 by UMass Lowell alumni Rob and Donna Manning to honor UMass professors from all five campuses

Researchers at the School for Marine Science & Technology and the Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries have developed a voluntary program to reduce the catch of threatened fishes

Starting on June 19, the "Writing for Social Media" course will be offered for graduate and undergraduate students to learn about new ways of writing rhetorically in social media spaces and to cultivate marketable skills for the professional world.

Toothed whales are considered key to maintaining healthy ecosystems. PhD candidate Tammy Silva is collaborating with SMAST scientists and the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution to understand how the species influences the health of Massachusetts Bay.

Mark Altabet, UMassD Professor of Oceanography, has developed a new cost-efficient method for identifying sources of excess levels of nitrates in marine and fresh waters, which will aid water quality improvement in impacted areas around the world.

UMass Law received the Massachusetts Bar Association’s Public Service Award at the MBA’s House of Delegates meeting on May 18.

BestColleges.com ranks programs based on “career support services, available specializations, student outcomes, and course availability”

WUMD 89.3 expected to go fully online by end of June following May 1 FCC approval; proceeds to support need-based student aid and community engagement initiatives at UMass Dartmouth

The collaborative project will help determine the distribution and fate of water-mass properties, nutrients, and dissolved gases in the ocean.

As part of the Oklahoma Legal Group's series on law school deans, Dean Eric Mitnick described his views on the changing landscape of legal education and practice.

UMass Dartmouth Biology professor Jennifer Koop has partnered with Ann Parson, a local science writer, to bring the New Bedford Science Cafe to life, offering the chance for the general public to learn and engage with the scientific community.

On June 3, the Fall River Portraits ~ Making Things exhibit will take place from 1pm-3pm at the Narrows Center for the Arts. The exhibit, which is open to the public, is a collaboration between UMass Dartmouth students and Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School students.

The Nature Index tracks research publications among a selection of 68 high-impact journals.

49 Juris Doctor degrees awarded to Class of 2017 that performed more than 7,000 hours of pro bono and other law-related service to the community.

Photos and videos are now available for UMass Dartmouth's and UMass Law's 2017 Commencement ceremonies.

National Public Radio Legal Correspondent Nina Totenberg awarded honorary degree, urges Class of 2017, “don’t just listen to things you agree with.” Obama-era White House Photographer Pete Souza awarded Chancellor’s Medal for capturing “the essence of the powerful and the powerless and the momentous events that have engulfed them both.”

MacArthur Foundation Managing Director Cecilia Conrad awarded honorary degree, urges master’s and doctorate graduates to “shape environments that inspire creativity.” Author LGBT activist Jennifer Finney Boylan awarded Chancellor’s Medal for her “unyielding commitment to recognizing and protecting the core truth of every individual.”

College Now/START students celebrated their achievements at the 49th annual Share the Dream banquet.

Examination of scallop population and benthic environment using video survey will produce information on habitat and ecology of the area, which may lead to better understanding of fishing impacts and species interactions.

Evangeline Sarah Kuzmech described as “a living billboard for the UMass Dartmouth motto, ‘Corsairs Care.’”

Law librarians Almeida and Wood author article for American Library Association journal

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies doctorate candidate Michael Savaria of Westport; undergraduate psychology major Brandi Bass of Springfield, and law degree candidate Sheyla Lors of Brooklyn, New York will deliver remarks to classmates May 13-15

Peltz-Steele cited in Arkansas Supreme Court opinion authored by former student, now associate justice

New campus, located on Clark's Cove in New Bedford, on target to open this fall.

Peltz-Steele and JD/MPP student Lauren Sylvia present papers at regional conference for political science researchers

Student-led organization will collaborate with New Bedford NAACP Branch and New Bedford NAACP Youth Council

Potter Burda, Drew publish results of study of needs of people living with HIV, AIDS in South Coast, Mass.

It has long been her dream to attend law school with an aim to help the most vulnerable in society.

NPR Legal Affairs Correspondent Nina Totenberg, Southern Poverty Law Center founder Morris Dees, MacArthur Foundation Managing Director Cecilia Conrad to be awarded honorary degrees. Obama White House Chief Photographer and Dartmouth native Pete Souza, author and LGBT activist Jennifer Finney Boylan to receive Chancellor’s Medals.

Dr. Bridget Teboh has been awarded the prestigious Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship (ADF), allowing her the chance to contribute to the improvement of higher education in Africa.

Alpha Eta Alpha integrates service with learning and creates a path towards better educational opportunities.

Ms. Magazine blog quotes Professor Drew on record on women's issues of Judge Neil Gorsuch, since confirmed to Supreme Court

Urban Studies Bus Tours connects the university community with the cities of our region in a fun, informative, and innovative way.

John T. La Barbera, Academy Award-nominated film score composer and guitar and stringed instrument virtuoso, will present two newly composed scores.

Callie Nunez of Whitman wants to “set a standard for other colleges.”

Professor Christyne J. Vachon delivers campus ARNIE talk on impact of U.S. multinational business on women's rights

American Library Association features law librarian Emma Wood for development of legal research resource in evolving LGBT area

Dr. Amit Tandon will collaborate with scientists from multiple universities in study of Bay of Bengal monsoons.

Mary Chaffee ’17 is one of ten students from across the country who will be presented with the prestigious Burton Award at the Library of Congress in May

Show opens April 12 at the main campus art gallery with reception and gallery talk

Interns will conduct a wide range of lab and field work on the Cape for school's Coastal Systems Program

Start Up Weekend held at Nonagon Science and Technology Park. Projects to be presented Tuesday, March 28 at 5 p.m. at Charlton College of Business

UMass Law hosts faculty from across university system to present interdisciplinary legal research in progress at colloquium in Boston

At Ohio State University, Professor Shaun Spencer examines mass surveillance and Fourth Amendment rights

Responsive home page for UMass Dartmouth

Internationally recognized Shakespeare scholar and Professor Emerita of English and Gender Studies at Brown University to deliver a public lecture on April 3, at 4 p.m. at the Charlton College of Business.

New science designed to improve management of scallop and flounder fisheries

SMAST researchers partner with The Nature Conservancy and Division of Marine Fisheries to investigate current management structure of the species in the US and Canada

Research will focus on underreporting of rape and sexual assault in Hungary, and training of legal and victim response professionals to improve reporting and understanding of sexual violence.

Largest ever NIH grant to UMass Dartmouth will help bioengineering Assistant Professor Lamya Karim’s team to investigate diabetes-related skeletal fragility to improve prevention and management.

More than 1,000 seventh grade students from Keith Middle School, Normandin Middle School, and Roosevelt Middle School in New Bedford will visit UMass Dartmouth on March 21, 23 and 28 to get an up close look at college life.

Dr. Aminda O'Hare has been accepted by the Emory-Tibet Science Initiative to teach a two-week course in affective neuroscience to Tibetan monks at Sera Monastery.

Pazzi Lazzi Troupe introduces you to the rich culture of Italy by giving you the opportunity to experience the ancient tradition of Commedia dell’Arte.

Professor Peltz-Steele joins comparative law panel in Poland to talk law and policy of Internet filtering to shield children from pornography

Award-winning film Passage at St. Augustine chronicles movement that led to passage of Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Expo provides platform for ocean stakeholders to engage with SMAST scientists on sustainable fisheries management

The Massachusetts Bar Association has recognized UMass Law for its commitment to providing an excellent, affordable, and accessible legal education.

Third-year law student Mary Chaffee wins “2017 Distinguished Legal Writing Award” from Burton Awards for Legal Achievement

Barnes’ teaching portfolio shows a sustained program of reflective and innovative teaching practice.

Governor Baker and other leaders from across Massachusetts cite Dr. Johnson's innovative leadership, energy, and vision

Selection praised as innovative leader with entrepreneurial spirit

Student Animal Legal Defense Fund hosts state Senator Montigny and Professor Vachon to talk justice for animals

Professor Duncan publishes two op-eds on future of Roe v. Wade in Trump-era Supreme Court

Tiba Faraj '18 came to the U.S. after a seven-year journey from Iraq, earned citizenship, and is now studying accounting.

Three candidates scheduled to meet with students, faculty, staff and community leaders March 1-3

Decision to refer the current flag policy back to a small working group for refinement and clarification.

The University considers transgender rights to be human rights, and remains fully committed to supporting transgender students, staff, and faculty.

UMassD alum talks about her career path, academic experience, and new position at Maine's Department of Marine Resources

President Meehan lauds quality of candidates

The inaugural ceremony, featuring demonstration of Bloomberg Trading Terminals, will immediately be followed by Chambers of Commerce Business After Hours event dedicated to the memory of Dr. Godwin Ariguzo.

The winner of the Manning Prize for Excellence in Teaching for 2017 is Nora Ganim Barnes of the Department of Management and Marketing.

Multiple events on March 1-2 designed to promote active civic engagement and open dialogue

Goal is to teach middle and high school students science and math through collaborative problem solving

The following statement was approved by the UMass Dartmouth Faculty Senate at its February 13, 2017 meeting.

Share Esperanza, a UMass Dartmouth student organization, collected and delivered 2,096 pounds of basic need supplies, including personal care packages, food, water, clothing, and school supplies to the la Plaine region of Haiti in January.

University of Notre Dame-based Global Religion Research Initiative program designed to promote understanding of the role of religion in the lives of individuals and societies worldwide

UMass Law team competes in four rounds and advances to semi-finals in regional ABA Client Counseling Competition focused on privacy law

Villanova law professor Diane Penneys Edelman speaks to faculty and students at UMass Law on 'internationalisation' of U.S. legal education

Professor Peltz-Steele co-authors book on Arkansas Freedom of Information Act

Third-year law student Mary Chaffee publishes op-ed on bill against female genital mutilation introduced in Mass. legislature

UMass Law professors comment on President's nomination of Judge Neil Gorsuch to the U.S. Supreme Court

President Trump's Executive Order banning immigration from seven countries has been contested in federal courts here in Massachusetts and several others. The order has left thousands of visa-holders in limbo, and has left universities and companies across the country considering the impacts. UMass Law Professor Irene Scharf directs the UMass Law Immigration Clinic and has been teaching and practicing immigration law since the 1970s. Here are her responses to two questions on the issue:

NSF CAREER Award designed to support promising young scientists

The strength of our university rests in our ability to attract the best students and faculty from across the world to our programs regardless of nationality, religious affiliation, or immigration status. The strength of our university is directly linked to our diverse community of faculty, staff, and students and to our shared engagement in creating and transmitting knowledge that enhances lives.

Statement reiterates policies and values related to diversity

New York immigration attorney George Akst speaks at the Law School about President Trump's latest round of executive orders blocking immigration of refugees and persons from predominantly Muslim countries

These faculty members are scholars in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Law professors Davis, Drew, and Farber talk with UMass community about their participation in recent marches

Chancellor Helm and Provost Karim react to detention of two faculty members at Logan Airport

In memory of her parents, Dr. Maureen Hall established a scholarship for students and teachers to teach and learn overseas.

Professor Jeremiah Ho’s perspective on U.S. Supreme Court intellectual property-free expression case reaches SCOTUSblog

UMass Dartmouth will host the SouthCoast Food Security Forum on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Charlton College of Business Learning Pavilion and Auditorium.

School for Marine Science and Technology team aims to measure abundance, density, and size distribution to aid in management of the fishery

Professor Baker authors opening post on new course blog from Professor Potter Burda on hidden biases and LGBTQ speech

Professor Duncan reviews book by President Trump, 'Great Again: How to Fix Our Crippled America,' and ponders what it means to make America 'great again'

Dr. Pingguo He receives award for his contributions to the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea

7 p.m. event at Main Auditorium is free and open to the public

Professor Vachon discusses transactional law and its possible influence on today’s students and law school curricula

"We are starting a new semester and a new year."

Prof. Peltz-Steele contributes article to ABA International Section newsletter for legal educators

The University will transfer its WUMD-FM broadcast license to RIPR. The University will receive $1.5 million to endow student need-based financial aid and community engagement activity. RIPR will also provide on-air promotion for the University and collaborate with UMASS Dartmouth on internships and other academic efforts. RIPR will nearly double its geographical footprint, providing its audience with consistent, immediate, locally-sourced coverage and access to National Public Radio content. WUMD will move to a fully online global program format.

Professors Drew and Ho receive mention on SCOTUSBlog commenting on upcoming case over transgender high school student seeking to use men's bathroom

A blog post by Professor Margaret Drew was cited on SCOTUS Blog.