Feature stories

Cameron had little doubt about joining the UMass Dartmouth Alumni Association, inspired by the scholarship that helped her find success & ignited her desire to give back.

Recent biology grads accepted to two dozen medical schools; thrive in first semester at UMass Chan

From student leader to thriving professional, Pace discusses how UMass Dartmouth influenced his journey to success & his decision to join the Alumni Association.

First-generation psychology student uses scholarships as stepping stones on her path to making a difference in youth mental health.

Mathematics major builds prolific undergraduate research career

Data science and math dual-major unlocks his potential

Political science major advances senior leadership pipeline at their Pine Street Inn Internship

News for students, by students, keeps campus informed

Biology alumna hired as assistant professor, returns to UMassD with multiple six-figure research grants

From Ghana to UMass Dartmouth’s Ring Road, Sarah Adjei traveled across the world to attend college with the support of scholarship donors.

The largest investment in UMass Dartmouth’s history will prepare the Arts & Sciences building to serve students for the future

Now a second-year student at UMass Chan Medical School, Moore’s interests in the immunology of cancer and related research adventures stemmed from his time at UMassD.

Inspired by her undergraduate research, Honors psychology major and first-generation college student hopes to earn a medical and PhD degree

The Big Data Club at UMassD invites students to explore the world through the lens of data

Political science major finds academic and professional passion by getting involved on campus

Soccer captain and Honors College biology major aims for a career in environmental conservation

Junior chemistry major is working on solving HIV

UMassD senior & UMass Law 1L fast-tracks his way to a career in public service

English major builds diverse résumé in English literature and communication

The class of 2027 includes students who graduated at the top of their high school class. Here's what they hope to achieve over the next 4 years.

With an affinity for the written word, Lorello couldn’t keep her creativity confined in a box and returned to UMass Dartmouth to finally unleash it.

Junior healthcare services administration student returns from study abroad in Germany

Sixty-seven students visited 15 countries, four continents, and the North Pole during 2022-23 academic year

First-year biology major works long hours en route to medical school

Senior biology major gains valuable experience and network through undergraduate research

Senior political science major and campus trustee will attend law school after graduation

Senior history major finds his stride with help of College Now program

English major finds sense of confidence and success in online return to UMassD

Lebanese transfer student overcomes adversity and completes two degrees in four years

Health & society major finds passion working towards a future that benefits all

Pre-Health Postbaccalaureate Certificate alum enters PA school ready for career change

Senior chemistry major gains valuable experience as undergraduate research assistant

Nursing major complements her healthcare skillset with a minor in Spanish

Political science major completes highly coveted internship in M.A. Senator Elizabeth Warren's office

Seven students recount their experiences in Germany, Italy, Portugal, and Spain

Senior crime and justice studies major, National Guard soldier, and two-time captain of the UMassD football team

Psychology BA, MA, and Master of Teaching student earns three degrees in her forties

Professor Michael Sheriff leads student research projects that provide early evidence linking risk-induced trait responses to species’ survival during predator exposure

Senior English major and philosophy minor in the College of Arts and Sciences

Senior crime and justice studies major in the College of Arts and Sciences

McGuire has interned with Samaritans SouthCoast in suicide prevention and will graduate with a pre-professional certificate in mental health

Senior psychology and health and society dual-major and aging and health minor from Hana, Hawaii

Senior biology major and sustainability minor with a concentration in Ecology and Evolution

Two-time UMassD alum Charlemya Erasme is off to an impactful, moral, and successful start to her career.

Efe Oboh-Idahosa ‘23 is majoring in political science with a pre-law concentration, minoring in black studies, and plans to attend law school

Former Biology major now plays critical role surveilling Covid-19 and its impact on public health

Senior biology major Diego Marroquin is a catalyst for economic, social, and cultural transformation by volunteering his time, experiences, knowledge, and passion to communities that need it most.

Social justice and advocacy guides Amanda’s personal and professional journey

Biology major and Honors College student is earning her BS/MAT degree in biology while doing research in population genetics, microbiology, and marine fisheries

Honors College student and double major in Nursing and Sociology & Anthropology immigrated from East Africa and plans a career in public health

Psychology major Catherine Pope creates a resource manual for survivors of domestic violence that demonstrates new APEX research experience developed by the Honors College

Discovering the Frederick Douglass Unity House opens opportunities

First-generation graduate now advocates for students as a higher education professional

Perry joins the world's best researchers at a Harvard Medical School lab

Gained inside knowledge tracking COVID-19 in her biology course

Students learn to make a difference while experiencing personal and professional development

Ana honed her research skills through participation in Model United Nations events on campus and in New York City.