College of Engineering stories

Civil and environmental engineering student says experience as a lobsterman inspired his interest in environmental resources.

Data science and math dual-major unlocks his potential

STEMming While Black secretary is set to graduate with a job offer from Dell Technologies

Electrical and computer engineering student says curiosity is what makes him an engineer

In memory of her mom, Honors bioengineering major hopes her research will contribute to the prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer

Three engineering students share their experiences studying abroad

Engineering/SMAST professor Daniel MacDonald and PhD student Agata Piffer Braga share their research and their perspectives from both sides of mentorship

Electrical engineer and entrepreneur is the first undergraduate SMART Scholar at UMassD

Computer science major reflects on his UMassD experience, including an internship at technology company Honeywell

Kailey Sousa '27 is one of two students to be awarded the university's inaugural Founders' Scholarship. The four-year, full ride scholarship recognizes Sousa's exceptional talent and drive.

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

Cordasco, a New Jersey native and prominent engineering leader at Kimley-Horn, learned critical life lessons in and out of the classroom as a UMass Dartmouth student-athlete.

Ruolin Zhou, assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, is forging new roads in wireless communication.

Mechanical engineering capstone students build off-road vehicle for international competition

Students in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) complete internships that equip them with real-world experience and prepare them for in-demand careers.

Mechanical engineering major carves out a career path combining her talents and interests.

In the age of ChatGPT, Professor Ming Shao is working to make AI smarter and safer.

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.

Ramina Behzad grew up in Tehran, Iran before coming to UMass Dartmouth to pursue her PhD in Biomedical Engineering and Biotechnology.

Computational oceanographer Iury Simoes-Sousa helps relocate Tico the manatee

Jacqueline Horgan is a bioengineer, cheerleading captain, volunteer tutor, and Honors College student.

A new group on campus is inspiring the next generation of students to see themselves as engineers.

Civil and environmental engineering major Melody Veldorale '22, '23 is among the UMass Dartmouth graduates who walked across the commencement stage with a job offer already secured.

PhD student and campus community leader Gaspard Baye '25 came to UMass Dartmouth from Cameroon to pursue an advanced degree in cybersecurity studies.

Chris Peter '23, Assistant Director of the STEM Learning Lab and Biomedical Engineering & Biotechnology MS graduate is driven by passion and purpose.

Christina Hart '23 puts her engineering knowledge to work solving real-world problems.

Physics major Viktoriya Balabanova has earned multiple competitive research opportunities and compiled an impressive record of accomplishments, all while raising a family.  

Civil engineering student Joao “John” Lucas Coelho Guimaraes is a leader with a passion for public service.

Patrick Pasteris is disrupting the ocean tech market while creating meaningful learning opportunities for younger students.

Physics major Mckenzie Ferrari is poised to join the next generation of leaders in astrophysics research.

Logan Cabral, a member of UMass Dartmouth’s first Physics BS/MS cohort, says UMassD gave him every tool he needed to reach even the most ambitious goals.

Bioengineering major, student-athlete, and scholarship recipient Maggie McCafferty found UMass Dartmouth to be her perfect fit.

Computer Science major Cameron McAlpine says that getting involved on campus opened up a world of possibilities for him. Now, he looks ahead to what’s possible in robotics and artificial intelligence.

Computer engineering major exposed security vulnerabilities in vehicles at Car Hacking Village presentation attended by senior U.S. government officials

Physics major earns top prize in the recent undergraduate Three-Minute Thesis Competition.

The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship recipient discusses gaining the computational skills and independent scholarly thinking necessary to excel in his field of choice.

As a bioengineering major, Carissa plans to use the knowledge she gained to help create a better living environment in her community.

Logan, a physics major who transferred from Bristol Community College, talks about UMassD's nurturing community, faculty mentorship, & peer-to-peer academic support.

Engaging in research activities, pursuing leadership roles, & gaining real-world experience are just a few of the ways Francois chose to set the course for his career path.

Isabella discusses the added value of conducting research and working as a lab assistant.

An academically rich program, a strong sense of community, & affordability led Guy to apply to UMassD as a first step toward building his dream career in the field of computer science.

The electrical and computer engineering major talks about how his professors, mentors, & peers helped him find a strong sense of community.

Elizabeth talks about why UMassD is the right choice for her, how she decided on her majors, & what she loves most about her educational experience.

Ersen'S discusses working on research at SMAST, interning with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, & coiling his mechanical engineering background with marine science as part of his career trajectory.

A senior capstone project led Breana to discover her interest in conducting research for the treatment of cancer.

Rylee, an electrical engineering major, lands a position with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center.

Evans, a civil engineering major, talks about how developing leadership, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills helped to prepare him for career success.

The option to study physics, pursue sports, & commute to campus makes UMassD Jack's ideal choice.

A faculty-guided research project led Stephanie, a mechanical engineering major, to an MA Space Grant through MIT and invitations to participate in academic conferences.

Saheedat, a computer science major, shares how networking and leadership roles have helped her flourish academically as well as professionally.

Coast Guard veteran Chris Norton '24 discusses his military service, transition, and time here at UMassD.

Alexa, a bioengineering major, shares how participating in extracurricular activities has prepared her for a bright future.

McKenzie Ferrari is one of 60 students selected nationwide to participate in the Council on Undergraduate Research "Posters on the Hill" event in April.

Raena discusses how participating in leadership activities has enhanced her public speaking skills.

As an electrical and computer engineering major, Abigail worked alongside her faculty mentor in the research lab where she demonstrated that dolphin-inspired algorithms are faster on average than other common search algorithms when searching for difficult to detect objects.

The “Track Rookie of the Year “shares how serving as captain of the UMassD Cross Country and Track teams helped her realize she can accomplish any goal or dream, despite the global pandemic.

Sarah talks about the "aha! moment" that led her to discover her passion in the male-dominated field of mechanical engineering & the role models who’ve mentored her during her time as a student at UMass Dartmouth.

Matt's game for visually impaired individuals highlights a novel approach to accessibility in game development

Joyce, CEO of PrimaLoft, Inc., sparked the creation of a biodegradability testing lab at UMassD to study the breakdown of microplastics

Osama, who recently earned his PhD, talks about the value of pursuing the industrial and systems engineering concentration as part of the College of Engineering's engineering and applied science program.

Senior Computer Science Major Sergeant Alexander Thibedeau discusses changing career paths, life at UMassD, and helping other veterans feel welcome on campus

Suemy Moreira joins Engineering Student Support & Services team as an advisor for undergraduate students.

David says conducting research as a PhD student prepared him to succeed and advance in his chosen field.

Josue discusses how faculty mentorship and novel research opportunities inspired his academic path.

A solid engineering skillset helped Bisbano build a career at EHR leader Meditech

Alexander Moulton shares why he chose to pursue his computer science degree at UMassD's College of Engineering.

Lauren, a local project manager in civil engineering, says earning her degree from UMassD was key in her success.

Joshua talks about the value of supplementing coursework with research projects.

Elio, a transfer student from Lebanon, shares why he chose UMass Dartmouth over other universities and his experience as an intern.

Nick talks about balancing his studies with extracurricular activities to create a well-rounded academic experience.

Dylan, a Townsend, MA native, talks about the value of student organizations, gaining practical experience through faculty mentorship, & UMassD’s supportive community.

Networking & pursuing professional development + leadership opportunities helped prepare Cachelle for her full-time position as a project/program management analyst at Dell EMC.

Melanie, a computer engineering major, says real-world experience, collaborative research projects, & extracurricular activities prepared her for her full-time position as an analyst with Dell EMC.

Abderahmane Naidjate '21, who graduates next month with his BS in Computer Engineering, talks about how UMassD has fostered his career path and helped him segue into a full-time position as a project/program manager at Dell EMC.

Brianna talks about working on data-driven research projects, serving as a student director in the Honors College, & landing a full-time position as a business systems analyst at a startup company.

William, a physics major, talks about having a well-rounded academic experience due to his involvement in collaborative research projects & student organizations.

Stephen, a civil engineering major and captain of the UMassD football team, talks about the cohesive college community, developing his leadership skills, & landing the internship that helped him define his career path.

Devin talks about understanding the balance between leading and following as he prepares to enter the real world.

Alexander, a UMassD veterans assistant and former senator for the Student Government Association, discusses the importance and benefits of embracing leadership opportunities.

A personal account of realizing the importance of his academic experience

Owen, who earned his degree in physics at UMassD, attributes faculty mentorship and internships with helping him segue into a PhD program at the University of Colorado Boulder.

Joshua supplements his studies with military service, real-world experience, and community engagement to prepare for his future as a software engineer.

The Women in Engineering Peer Mentoring Program preps Shannon, a first-year student, for early career success.

Prinkle Sharma and Vidhyashree Nagaraju, who completed their PhDs in Computer Engineering, have accepted tenure track faculty appointments at nationally ranked universities.

Being involved in a student organization for young professionals has helped Abderahmane, a computer engineering major, hone his leadership skills and land internships with two Fortune 500 companies.

Meshkat, a Civil and Environmental Engineering PhD student at MIT, collaborates with UMassD professors to develop app designed to help fight the effects of climate change.

John Freeman ’58 and Sakiynah Howard ’20

Two teams of Engineering students placed first and second in a national competition to create safer alternatives to hazardous flame retardants used in children’s sleepwear.

World traveler, high stakes negotiator, known as a trailblazing executive and clairvoyant marketer, Debbie Gustafson, BSME '85, has packed a wide range of experience into a stellar career.

For their senior capstone project, four mechanical engineering students worked for the MBTA to design and build a sensor to capture data along the Red Line's bumpy ride.