Feature stories

Commencement spotlight: Sarah Dulac '21

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.

Commencement spotlight: Melanie Luperon '21

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.

Commencement spotlight: Devin Cannistraro '21

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

Commencement spotlight: James Tooker '21

An awe-inspiring glimpse of nature led James to create "Interspectral," a CVPA senior capstone project in which audiences of all ages can interactively explore the color spectrum.

Nursing students and faculty play a leading role at eastern U.S. conference

Undergraduate and DNP students win first-place awards for their research projects

Two UMass Law 1Ls chosen for prestigious Rappaport Fellowship in law and public policy

Emily Dillan and Jennifer White will intern with state legislators and learn to create policy

Commencement spotlight: Alexander Moulton '21

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

Physics Undergraduate Research Poster Presentation by Owen Tower

A Study into Quantum Scattering with a Hard Sphere Potential

Physics Undergraduate Research Presentation by Trevor Robertson

Finite Difference Application to 1-D Schroedinger Equation

Physics Undergraduate Research Presentation by Kyle MacKenzie

Computation of Black Hole Quasi‐Normal Ringing by the “Shooting” Method

Physics Undergraduate Research Presentation by Christopher Gilbert

Demonstrating the Causation of Gravity for Subliminal Velocities

Dakeyla Johnson ’22: Finding a home and a voice at UMassD

Discovering the Frederick Douglass Unity House opens opportunities

Commencement spotlight: Brooke Lowman

Brooke ’21 talks about the value of her experiences & the return on her investment as a PhD student at SMAST.

Commencement spotlight: Micheline Labrie

Micheline Labrie '21 talks about her love for the ocean, protecting the ecosystem, & her rich academic experience as a PhD student and research assistant at the School for Marine Science & Technology.

Commencement spotlight: Robert Wildermuth

PhD candidate Robert Wildermuth, talks about his interests in conservation, experiences as a student at UMassD's School for Marine Science & Technology, & his plans for the future.

As part-time law students manage multiple priorities, they are buoyed by the support of the UMass Law community

UMass Law’s flexible day and evening/weekend programs enable many students to attend law school

Alice Darc

Art + Design: Graphic Design

Ahmad MaJing

Art + Design: Jewelry/Metals

Nikita Cardoso

Art + Design: Graphic Design

Caroline Gresh

Art + Design: Interior Architecture + Design

Matthew Nerdig

Art + Design: Graphic Design

Peiqi Jia

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Alexis Zahor

Art + Design: Interior Architecture + Design

Isabel Pica

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Morgan Loe

Art + Design: Animation + Game Arts

Elizabeth Griffith

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Michael Correia

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Corbin Blanchard

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Marcus Johnson

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Kelly Costigan

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Brett Salisbury

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Jordan Casavecchia

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Jackson "Mako" Burke

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Ally Norris-Parsons

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Gabriela Marrero

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Fernand von Einzbern

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Dan Tranfaglia

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Tyler Donovan

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Carlton Miller-Cordova

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Naeem Wilson

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Brianna Mercado

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Anna Urdi

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Ateena Pratt

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Yanira Ramirez

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Allison Dawes

Art + Design: Animation + Game Arts

Grace Sylvia

Art and Design: Illustration

Styles Vazquez

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Sarena Letourneau

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Jenna Pierce

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Sarah Silva

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Chidinma Irabor

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Abbey Rogers

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Margo Rego

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Isabella Rivera

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Maddy Bettencourt

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Jonathan “JT” Lerew

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Brendon Jones

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Jade Miner

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James Tooker

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Jacq Ducharme

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Sydney Brake

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Mingjue Zhu

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Ally Watts

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Lydia Kydland

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Gina Pantalone

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Corey Russ

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William Ferrari

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Lisa Motta

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Tiffani Pothier

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Carolyn Mingola

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Shannon Lynch

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Sarah Holmes

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Olivia Buckley

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Riley Thomas

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Nicole V Cowden

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Brynn Vasil

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Xoey Lee

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Sarah Delorey

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Rebecca McBride

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Molly K O’Donnell

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Xinyi Pang

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Kyla Ellis

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Karlee Greco

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Jillian Skalski

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Isaac Ramos

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Heather Kelly

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Brian Fournier

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Armani Marquez-Chaves

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Veronica Ferreira

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Ashlianna Felix

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Sophie Keevan

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Rain

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Harrison Collins

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Ariel dos Santos

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Ethan Lassey

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Melissa McIsaac

Art + Design: Graphic Design and Illustration

Lyndsey Getchell

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Courtney Cotter

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Alison Simao

Art + Design: Graphic Design, Photography Minor

Zachary Bearne

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Sarah Dorman

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Rachel Porter

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Michael Venuti

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Jennifer Villar Polanco

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Matt DeStoop

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Mark Nezas

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Kane Reese

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Rebecca Hope

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Amanda Horne

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Isabel Vieira

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Noah Tavares

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Jenna Ruel

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Tyler Molander

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Pat Nee

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Tessa Remy-Miller

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David Moriarty

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Amanda Corshia

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Cindy Gordon

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Madison Colby

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Braden Putney

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Heather Dowrey

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Lauren Matte

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Isabella R. Brown

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Myles J. Edwards

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Mason Leonard

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Kevin Ronan

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Commencement spotlight: Abderahmane Naidjate

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.

UMass Dartmouth chapter of Sigma to hold spring symposium celebrating the Year of the Nurse

April 8 event to focus on scholarship and excellence in nursing practice and leadership

Ryan Cooley

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Cynthia Bryndis Schilling

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Emma Young

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Sung Ji Lee

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Valleri Rami

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Madison Moreno

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Paulina Fuenzalida-Guzmán

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Taylor Hickey

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Shabnam Jannesari

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Danielle O'Malley

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Tran Duc Binh Vu

UMass Dartmouth 2021 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Nanette Vega ’96: Dared to dream big

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

Growth Exhibition

Sculpture Program Window Installations at the Star Store Campus

A community that cares

Members of the UMassD community raised over $35,000 in 60 days to support hundreds of students with emergency needs brought about by COVID-19.

Investing in the future through the Leduc Center

Supporting service programs at UMassD results in positive change for the community and opportunities for students to acquire the skills they need to lead the way forward

Fueling student ambition

Alumni find meaningful ways to give back through scholarships

Learning about our seafood supply

UMassD leads research collaborations with fishing industry leaders enhance the region’s marine economy

Prepared to answer the call

Graduates of the College of Nursing & Health Sciences—including the newest nurses from the Class of 2020—were among the health care professionals who answered the call to care for patients fighting COVID-19.

Corissa Amaral '23 perseveres in her nursing studies despite losing three family members to Covid-19

She receives her white coat in the traditional ceremony for sophomores, marking the beginning of her clinical training

James Cunniff '66: Learning the value of being a good communicator

A personal account of realizing the importance of his academic experience

Role models encourage nursing students of color to believe that “they can make it”

Nursing students find conversations with diverse nursing professionals to be educational, uplifting, and inspiring

UMass Law honored for highest participation in 2020 Walk to the Hill event that raises funds for civil legal aid

Law students participate in virtual 2021 event to continue supporting mission of justice for all

UMass Dartmouth nursing students join local Covid-19 vaccination efforts

Students and faculty featured on NBC 10 News

Jared Bucci '10: Seizing opportunities

Bucci leveraged his experience in brand marketing and retail search management to help his customers navigate Amazon Marketplace

Grace Perry ’20: On the forefront of science

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

Hannah Gadbois '16: The value of faculty mentorship

Hannah, who earned her degree in Art History, talks about CVPA’s supportive community of professors, academic excellence, and career preparation.

Honors College first-year class enrollment jumps by more than 40%

Enrollment increase comes just one year after UMass Dartmouth program transitions to a college

Honoring Marc St. Pierre

Marc's legacy as an instructor, friend, and artist remains alive.

Professor Hillary Farber named Pro Bono of the Year by the Florence Immigrant and Refugee Rights Project

UMass Law professor honored for her work with detained immigrants on the U.S.-Mexico border

Preserving Portuguese culture at UMassD

The generosity of several donors brings the rich history of the Portuguese to life at UMass Dartmouth

UMass Law celebrates nomination of faculty member and Judge Serge Georges to MA Supreme Judicial Court

Students and staff praise the selection of one of their own and describe him as “inspiring” and “compassionate”

Kate Thornhill ’10: Alumni spotlight

Kate talks about the career benefits of pursuing her BA in art history & BFA in Photography at the CVPA.

Amana Khatib '21

Ready to make an impact as a nurse

Katelin Harlow ’21

Gained inside knowledge tracking COVID-19 in her biology course

Danielle O'Malley: Sink or Swim

MFA candidate Danielle O'Malley's solo exhibition, Sink or Swim, will be at Boston Sculptors LaunchPad Gallery November 18, 2020 - January 10, 2021

Laurie Senat, JD ‘21 works toward racial justice in juvenile courts

UMass Law 3L is one of first interns at Juvenile Defenders Dismantling Racism

Lydia Stormwind '22

A student-athlete motivated to achieve more

Alexander Nwonye '22

Preparing for a career in computer engineering

Claricela Carranza ’22

Fulfilling a dream to be a nurse

Chidinma Irabor ’22

Discovering a passion for art

Jasmine Jenkins '22

Learning to be the change

Eden McKenna-Bateman '23: Art history major

Eden has been accepted into the RISD Museum Guild program.

Alexandria Murphy, JD ’21 witnesses Supreme Court history as she aspires to serve in the JAG Corps

UMass Law Public Interest Law Fellow drives to DC to pay her respects to former Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Public interest internships provide valuable experience while serving community

UMass Law students received summer stipends to support work in judge’s chambers, government offices, and nonprofit organizations

UMass Law students assist small businesses in navigating CARES Act in COVID-19 Clinic

Firsthand legal experience gained while counseling business clients during pandemic

UMass Law students begin legal studies with session on diversity, equity, and inclusion

Led by groundbreaking Washington State Supreme Court Justice G. Helen Whitener, 1Ls take the Lawyer’s Oath virtually

Abbey Barr, JD ’21: National recipient of the Animal Law Scholarship from the Animal Legal Defense Fund

As president of the student chapter at UMass Law, Barr raises awareness of animal rights

Owen Tower ‘20: Ambitious scholar

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.

John and Tom Findley: Keeping the Corsair tradition since 1984

“We will continue to support UMassD and the values it has taught us."

Joshua Depina '21: Integrating service & learning

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

Shannon Kennedy ‘23: Engineering mentee

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

Jesse Purvis, JD ’19 named director of policy for Boston City Councilor

Recipient of UMass Law Public Interest Law Fellowship and Thurgood Marshall Award for Social Justice

Engineering graduates accept tenure track faculty appointments

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

Commencement spotlight: Spencer Berryman ’21

Faculty mentors, community service work, and a Dell EMC workshop help Spencer find the confidence to pursue a bright future in the field of marketing.

Associate Dean June Horowitz named to international nursing board

Appointment will broaden visibility and reach for the College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Commencement spotlight: Larain Taylor ’21

Blending community service work, networking, and exposure to big business is part of Larain’s strategy for inventing her future as an entrepreneur.

Ucal Palmer '94: Spreading Corsair pride to Atlanta

Palmer joined the Alumni Association Board to make a greater impact on current students

Ian Mwalago '22: Changing the faces of tech

Ian Mwalago shares how finding an on-campus mentor and participating in the UMassD/Dell-EMC "Changing the Faces of Technology STEM Leadership" collaboration has positioned him for success.

Stephanie Mireku '11: "I hope to be able to influence the next generation of UMassD alumni”

Worcester native connects success to her UMassD experience

Erin Steele '20: Grateful and proud

An internship at medical device start-up, a semester abroad in Cyprus, and challenging bioengineering courses were part of her career preparation

Joe Cozzolino '87: "UMass Dartmouth was the place I wanted to support."

Engineering foundation led to a career in cutting-edge fiber optic technology

Elaine Varelas '79: Opening up possibilities for UMassD students

“Supporting UMassD is something we should be really proud to be able to do.”

"They are my future."

Marianne Sullivan values the future healthcare workers studying at UMassD

Tocci family builds a legacy at UMassD

Three Tocci sons look forward to successful futures

Understanding what students need to succeed

Craig Elkins witnesses the determination of UMassD students

Adam Zwetchkenbaum, JD ’22: Rappaport Fellow

UMass Law’s newest Rappaport Fellow will intern at the Massachusetts Dept. of Higher Education this summer

Bailey Avila ’23: DoD scholarship recipient

Bailey, who is pursuing her PhD in marine science and technology, has been awarded a multi-year Department of Defense SMART Scholarship.

Swain alumni help future CVPA grads

Swain School of Design Alumni Scholarship Fund supports CVPA sophomores

Abderahmane Naidjate '21: Fortune 500 intern

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.

Recognizing student leadership

Dr. Tom Mulvey and Caitlin Egan ’20

Meshkat Botshekan '19: Reducing the carbon footprint

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.

Semester in the City offers internships in social innovation at Boston nonprofits

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

After leaving Trinidad, nursing major Celeste Singh ’20 graduates as a Chancellor’s and Dean’s List scholar

Support from College of Nursing & Health Sciences faculty and College Now helped make her dream a reality

Kyle Richer

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Molly Nunes

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Jordan Vongsithi

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Connor Rouillard

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Miranda Potvin

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Talya Pimentel

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Nina Nguyen

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Cassandra Lyon

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Kaleigh King

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Maureen Trundy

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Kyle Richer

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Carla McCarron

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Kailey Barrows

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Joseph Barber

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Ben Guan-Kennedy

Art + Design: Animation & Game Arts

Gabrielle Wenners

Art + Design: Animation & Game Arts

Matthew Carella

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Dennis Fox

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Raymond Chen

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Jessica O'Connell

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Joshua Neal

Art + Design: Drawing

Megan Frank

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Megan Bettencourt

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David Cárdenas

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Alison Wood

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Rhiannon Sulik

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Michael Moriconi

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Rebecca Main

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Amanda Lombardo

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Haley Jackson

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Katherine Guinan

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Kat Eastwood

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Ashonda Allen

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Supporting future electrical engineers

John Freeman ’58 and Sakiynah Howard ’20

Michael Porcello

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Samuel Dick

Art + Design: Illustration

Dilson Vicente

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Mary Richards

Bachelor of Science: Interior Architecture + Design

Victoria Pavan

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Zoe Loughery

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Stevilyn Dybowski

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Jeremie Waters

Art + Design: Animation & Game Arts

Jacob Stillman

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Nathaniel Senay

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Jeanette Rita

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Kaylie Owen

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Marisa Myers

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Jillian Mercer

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Devin Melendez

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Sean McPherson

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Eric Kellogg

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Efrat Kaptsan

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Jourdan Henderson

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Julia DeMattia

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Brett Carlsen

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Bryan Acosta

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Evelyne Lourie

Art + Design: Textiles

Ryan Holland

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Cameron Reese

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Cassie McKane

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Kerry Magoon

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Reed Dusseault

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Josh Grabauskas

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Astrid Gomes

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Danh Dao

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Jackie Audet

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Alex Amarello

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Grechel Rosado

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Ellen Canavan

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Stephanie Mysiuk-Bissen

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Dan Meath

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Olivia Hawes

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Ryan Demeulenaere

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Zachary Weber

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Rivka Lipschitz

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Taylor Lamoureux

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Brooke Hanson

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Kayla Gallant

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Katherine Canavan

Art + Design: Painting

Sam West

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Casey White

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Tariro Mujaya

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Kobe Smith

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Haylee Pimentel

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Christina Lysko

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Cassandra Lemay

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Marc Melo

Art + Design: Animation & Game Arts

Avery Ferrante

Art + Design: Drawing

Kailey Barrows

Art + Design: Illustration

Abigail Sprague

Art + Design: Fashion Design

Joe Welch

Art + Design: Ceramics

Raven Stanhope

Art + Design: Ceramics

Yilin Wang

Art + Design: Jewelry/Metals

Fellisha Lynn Desmarais

Art + Design: Graphic Design

Jacob Sutherland

Art + Design: Graphic Design

Luke Bateman

Art + Design: Painting

Vannyka Sim

Art + Design: Graphic Design

Jordan Blankenship

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Artisanry: Ceramics

Natalie Marshall

Art + Design: Sculpture

Touch Exhibition

Woven Imagery class Spring 2020

Shareefah Taylor, JD candidate ’21: Public Interest Law Fellow

Taylor interns for Justice Elspeth Cypher on the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court and at the UMass General Counsel’s Office

Stephanie Sileo

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Christopher Thomas Smith

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Anne M Schneider

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Taylor Maroney

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Tri Minh Mai

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Jasmine Gonzalez

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Julian De La Garza

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Nicole Winning

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Kate Couturier

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Elizabeth Bell

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Heather Stivison

UMass Dartmouth 2020 MFA Thesis Exhibition

Brittany Cordeiro ’19 completes nurse residency program at Boston Medical Center

She is one of eight nursing school graduates selected from more than 1,000 applicants

World Health Organization designates 2020 as the International Year of the Nurse and Midwife

College of Nursing & Health Sciences will celebrate this special event on May 7

Ike Nzerem '19: Senior associate

Faculty mentorship and internships prepared Ike for a full-time accounting position with State Street Corp.

Jennifer Ling Datchuk Awarded $50,000 Artist Fellowship

Jennifer Ling Datchuk, Ceramics alumna of UMass Dartmouth, awarded a 2020 United States Artists Fellowship in Craft.

Ana Da Paixao '20: Model United Nations

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

Walk to the Hill 2020

UMass Law students gathered at the State House for the 2020 Walk to the Hill for Civil Legal Aid.

COE design teams take top awards at Target’s Sleepwear Safety & Design Hackathon

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.

Debbie Gustafson '85: CEO, Energetiq

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.

Smoothing out the Red Line: capstone with community impact

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.

UMass Law: 2019 in review

2019 was a year of many accomplishments for our students, faculty, and staff.

2019: Year in Review

2019 was a year of many accomplishments for our campus community.

Biron Clark '10: Young entrepreneur

Biron, the founder of Career Sidekick, is one of LinkedIn’s "Top Voices 2019."

Jonathan Goldman: From military service to law school

Jonathan Goldman, JD candidate '21 served in the Marine Corps Reserves before deciding to pursue a legal career.

UMassD community helps fulfill a mother’s loving legacy

First recipient of the Hailey Angel Allard Nursing Scholarship named this fall

Chelsea Cabral '19: independent research in literature

Opportunities to present her research at national conferences

Student Nurse Leadership Academy prepares nursing students for leadership roles on health care teams

Academy provides support and camaraderie for first-year students

Tien Tran '16: Dual major, dual career

Tien is a supply chain analyst for Boeing as well as an up-and-coming vocalist.

Katie Bridge '19: Fast-tracking her career

Katie, a recent graduate, accelerated the completion of her degree program to earn her bachelor's in three years.

Alanna Mnich: Marine science scholar

Alanna, a PhD student at SMAST, will pursue research studies at the University of Haifa in Israel next summer.

Mary Brigh Lavery, JD/MPP candidate '20: Rappaport Scholar

A public interest fellow, Mary Brigh Lavery interned this summer with the Massachusetts Caucus of Women Legislators.

Chase Reardon '20: Aspiring financial planner

As a finance major, Chase landed internships with the Commonwealth Financial Network and the Costar Group.

Dan DeCosta ’05: Prepared for the future of consumer banking

From intern to senior vice president and CIO at BayCoast Bank

Alumna Lillian E. Webster, MFA '16, Featured in Alchemy5 International Enamel Exhibition

Lillian is one of sixty-nine artists from around the world whose work will be shown in this traveling exhibition sponsored by The Enamelist Society.

Capstone Project: Can Assembly Optimization Project

The project goal is to improve how the company loads infiltration molds into cans for casting.

Capstone Project: Accelerometer Survivability Testing

This project involves designing a mechanical impulsive mechanical shock simulator.

Capstone Project: Ultra-High Vacuum Angular Contact Bearing Test Rig

Development of an Ultra-High angular contact bearing test rig

Capstone Project: Sprinkler Activation Detection Project

The overall objective is to design and test a system that will detect when a sprinkler activates and be able to display that on a digital readout screen with accuracy.

UMassD professor receives distinguished service award

Steven Cadrin, professor of fisheries oceanography, is the 2019 recipient of the American Fisheries Society’s Southern New England Chapter Award of Excellence.

Capstone Project: Mountain Bike Stepper Seat Post

The project goal is aimed to reduce the complexity and increase reliability of this type of device by using a more simplistic mechanical mechanism.

Nathalie Staiger '19: Marine conservation

Growing up in San Diego, Nathalie's frequent visits to the ocean inspired her to pursue a career in marine conservation.

Heather Kelly Receives the 2019 Art & Civic Engagement Award

A leadership role in creating furniture and lighting offerings for New Bedford’s Wings Court.

Dionte Salvi, JD candidate '19: Student Bar Association President

As SBA president, Dionte was committed to providing the best experience possible for his classmates.

Sean Tocci ‘19: Using big data to help others

Data science major plans to teach middle school and create apps for struggling students

Kayla Venckauskas, JD candidate '19: UMass Law Review Editor-in-Chief

An active member of the UMass Law community, Kayla was involved with law review, the Student Bar Association, and the Animal Legal Defense Fund.

Casey Shannon, JD candidate '19: UMass Law Commencement Speaker

Casey Shannon attended UMass Law part-time while working full-time at Bristol County Savings Bank.

Destiny Miles '19: expanding her horizons

Will pursue her interest in cognitive & behavioral health through graduate study in experimental psychology

Doug Zemeckis '16: Assistant Professor

Dr. Zemeckis focuses on applied research related to fisheries, aquaculture, & coastal resource management.

Nishchitha Silva '19: Passion for ocean sciences

Listening to wonderful stories about rivers and reservoirs as a child in Sri Lanka influenced Nishchitha's career path.

Megan Scribner ’19: Researcher, volunteer, and advocate for future female engineers

Encourages STEM careers through outreach activities

Mary Brown ‘19: Standout student-athlete and aspiring emergency nurse

Successfully balanced collegiate athletics and nursing studies

Computer Science major Josue Rivera ’19 named one of “29 Who Shine” by the MA Dept. of Higher Education

Honors student and active volunteer honored in May 3 State House ceremony

Ed Collins ’19: Military service provides solid training for future nurse

U.S. Army veteran enjoys team collaboration of ICU nursing

Chang Liu '19: PhD in marine science

Developing geolocation methods to benefit fisheries stock assessment and management.

Priscilla Amuma '19: Bringing point-of-care technology to non-industrialized countries

Honors student hopes to develop technologies to detect disease for underdeveloped countries.

Hsuanchen Huang MBA '19: global opportunities

The MBA program at Charlton College of Business provided Hsuanchen with practical, hands-on experience for future career success.

Amelia Ralowicz '19: research for the National Institutes of Health

Next step: Pursuing a PhD in neuroscience at Dartmouth College's Geisel School of Medicine

Gabriel Casabona receives prestigious physics fellowship from the U.S. Department of Energy

Traveled the globe to advance knowledge of stellar explosions

Jill Abrahams ’19: Passion for higher education

After deferring her dream of earning an MBA, Jill returns to UMass to complete "unfinished business."

All roads lead to home for civil engineering major and commencement speaker Nneoma Ugwu ‘19

Chancellor’s and Navitas Scholar plans to use her degree to improve infrastructure in her native Nigeria

Kebeh Sando, MA '19: Graduate Commencement Student Speaker

After emigrating from war-torn Liberia as a child, Kebeh has dedicated herself to improving the lives of others.

Taylor Maroney: MFA candidate

Taylor is a recipient of the $15K Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation Grant.

Lauren Matte wins second place in the IESNA Design Competition

Lauren’s winning project will be on exhibit during the Star Store Campus Open Studios Event April 11th, 2019.

New England Photography Exhibition

Includes UMassD Photo Senior Jess Stephens and Junior David Moriarty

UMassD students compete at DataFest

For the second consecutive year, Big Data Club students win first place in the "Data Visualization" category.

Tracy Kasale '18, MBA '19: lifelong connections

An international student from Zambia, Tracy earned both her BA in economics and her MBA at UMassD.

Robert Najlis, MFA '19, receives Fulbright scholarship award

To study Chinese painting and calligraphy at the China Academy of Art in Hangzhou.

Nicolas Maloof '19: internship in Washington, D.C.

Hands-on experiences at the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department complemented Nick's career goals.

National Science Foundation awards professor $461K

Dr. Jefferson Turner's collaborative project involves conducting research on plankton dynamics at the continental shelfbreak

Excellence in research

Dr. Gavin Fay, who is the recipient of multiple awards, focuses on fisheries management strategies, statistical modeling, and population and ecosystem assessment.

Duyen Pham '19: research in inorganic chemistry

Honors student combines her passion for chemistry with her goal of becoming a doctor.

Tyler Varda '19: Student Advocate

Representing the student body & shaping students into leaders

Center welcomes Hall of Famer Pedro Martinez

On May 1, UMass Dartmouth's Center for Marketing Research will host its 19th Annual Celebrity Scholarship Dinner headlined by Red Sox HOF pitcher Pedro Martinez.

Faith Connor '16: A career in ceramics

Developed a foundation in CVPA

Silavong Phimmasone '19: Student Trustee

Facilitating change & empowering others

Marine science graduate student awarded $1K

Kathryn Tremblay is the inaugural recipient of the regional scholarship given by the New England Chapter of The Hydrographic Society of America.

Jennifer Osafo '20: Corsair Rep

Sharing her enthusiasm for UMassD with prospective students

PhD candidate recognized for research

Owen Nichols, who is pursuing his PhD in marine science at SMAST, received the "Best Student Oral Presentation" Award presented during the Cephalopod International Advisory Council 2018 Conference.

Hoop star Kayla McMahon ’20 featured in Wicked Local Hanover

UMass Dartmouth junior successfully balances winning basketball season and nursing studies

PhD candidate receives BARS scholarship

Elizabeth Ells, who is pursuing her PhD in marine science at SMAST, received the award for her work on Thorpe sorting using MATLAB.

SouthCoast Man of the Year

Professor Kevin Stokesbury named 2018 SouthCoast Man of the Year for his contributions to the fishing industry.

Abigail Mangsen '20: NASA Intern

Abigail, a marketing major at the Charlton College of Business, serves as an agency communications intern at NASA’s Langley Research Center.

Brittany Nicole Asensoh '18: Leadership

Brittany, a financial services representative at Ernst & Young in Boston, talks about how honing her leadership skills as an MBA student at the Charlton College of Business equipped her with the knowledge and skills to succeed in business.

Building the university of the future

UMass Dartmouth has new momentum to take it into the future.

Change agent: Jeff Duchemin '89

Jeff Duchemin ’89 approaches the future with discipline, teamwork, and tough choices.

Life-long learner: Michelle White ’90

Persistence and a love of learning drive Michelle White.

Agile innovator: Robert Leduc ’78

Robert Leduc is innovating at Pratt & Whitney.

Bacteria for a healthier gut

Vanni Bucci researches probiotics for the treatment of autoimmune diseases and cancer.

Winds of change

CONNECT4WIND agreement to develop programs centered on offshore wind energy

Cancer-fighting compounds of cranberries

Cranberry Health Research Center ready to take research to the next level

Karimi awarded Manning Prize

Recognized for excellence in teaching and support of New Bedford revitalization

CVPA curriculum re-envisioned

Preparing students for success in a hyper-connected, visual society

Bridging the Atlantic gains international attention

Program provides opportunities for student nurses to improve health outcomes in the U.S. and Portugal.

Exchange program provides a global perspective

UMass Law's exchange program with University of Limerick School of Law

UMassD deepens ties with Portugal

Exchange agreements with several Portuguese universities

Stokesbury awarded $302,091 NOAA grant

For sea scallop research using his underwater, high-resolution drop-camera array

New STEM Education PhD

Will prepare students to improve STEM education throughout the region, state, and nation

Information for a new industry

The Public Policy Center is responding to the need for analysis of the emerging offshore wind industry.

Fiondella wins $452,454 NSF grant

Prestigious CAREER Award recognizes academic role models in research and education.

Jacob Moreira '19: marketing & graphic design

Dual major for career versatility

Kirsten Harnden '19: internships to gain real-world experience

The three-sport athlete is a bioengineering major and holds a job on campus.

Corsair Rep Jazmine Jimenez '20

Sharing the UMassD experience with prospective students

Kayla Loycano ’19 hangs up her soccer cleats for career in medicine

Bioengineering major has excelled on the field and in the classroom

Rachel Bellantoni '19: Raytheon intern

Rachel, a marketing and management student at the Charlton College of Business, talks about how faculty mentorship and an internship in the defense industry led her to discover her passion and land her dream job.

Michaella Lesieur '18: Passion, internships, and experience

Michaella Lesieur used her mom as the source of her passion and inspiration.

Bhen Alan '19: Fine arts major

Bhen, a CVPA student from the Philippines, discusses how his journey back home has influenced his artistic abilities and provided him with the opportunity to excel beyond his academic studies.

DELL EMC recruits students of color to tech field

Dell EMC executives and a panel of young professionals recently visited UMassD to recruit students of color and discuss the importance of having men and women of diverse backgrounds in the tech field.

Diversifying the world of technology

Laodecia Fevrier '18, a marketing analyst at Dell EMC, returns to UMassD to serve a one of the Young Professional Panelist during Dell EMC’s "Changing the Face of Tech" recruiting event.

UMassD students attend African American Day Parade

UMassD students from all disciplines recently visited Harlem, New York to attend the annual parade, which celebrates the historical and professional accomplishments of African Americans in the areas of politics, arts, and civil service.

Laodecia Fevrier '18: Marketing analyst at Dell EMC

Charlton College of Business alumnae Laodecia Fevrier talks about benefiting from leadership opportunities, building a personal brand, and her career goals.

Andre Olivier '18: internship with the Newport Gulls

Math major plans a career as a sports statistician

Emily Norwood '19 awarded $10K scholarship

Emily Norwood is the recipient of a $10,000 scholarship for the upcoming academic year from the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board.

Marc Arbitelle '18: Art History major

Marc talks about his versatile experiences as a student pursuing art history at the CVPA.

Mary Rose Isabelle '18: Operations Management

Mary Rose shares how her coursework, coupled with an internship, helped launch her career.

Alum Lisa Bryson '17 awarded $15K grant

As a recipient of the prestigious Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation grant, Bryson will complete a body of work consisting of six to eight representational paintings.

Professor Julie Bowman: domestic spaces and early modern drama

Part-time lecturer in the English Department, Professor Julie Bowman recently published a review of a collection of plays by Melissa Leilani Larson.

Phillip Rutahweire: Focus on immigration law

After relocating from Uganda when he was 13, Phillip Rutahweire, JD candidate '18, pursued U.S. citizenship while at UMass Law.

Charlemya Erasme '18: Commitment to social justice

The Endeavor Scholar was recently recognized as one of the state's "29 Who Shine"

Robert O’Leary ’16 ’18: A connection with professors

Becoming a teacher is Robert's chance to give back.

Stephanie Rodriguez-Ruiz: Rappaport Scholar

Stephanie Rodriguez-Ruiz, JD candidate '19 interned with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education as a Rappaport Scholar.

Hannah Smith ’18: Psychology and math major

After taking a psychology course as a freshman, she decided that psychology paired well with mathematics.

Alicia Blanchard: 2018 UMass Law Commencement Speaker

Alicia Blanchard, JD candidate '18, plans to work in special education reform.

Zachary Grant '13, PhD '18: Engineering and Applied Science

Recipient of SIAM Student Paper Prize will begin Householder Fellowship at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Genevieve Sarro '18: Nursing

After meeting midwives as a young child, Genevieve Sarro '18 plans to become a maternity nurse.

Christina Hoang '18: Storytelling through art

Art that explores the duality of the mind and the body.

Quinn Harris '18: Commonwealth Scholar

Illustration major Quinn Harris '18 has a goal of publishing his first children's book.

Alexander Kephart '18: Commonwealth Scholar

Questioning the link between real-life violence and virtual violence.

Erick Maldonado '18: BFA in Painting

Created a solo exhibition highlighting African-American student life on campus.

Veronica Fernandes ’18: Nursing

Bridging the Atlantic Program with Portugal provides foundation in community nursing

Professor Jennifer Fugate consults with Malcolm Gladwell on his latest book.

Gladwell reached out to Fugate because of her research and her expertise in not only emotion and facial perception, but also because of her expertise in FACS, a tool for measuring facial expressions.

Charlens Beneche '18: Leader and awardee

The Lamar McClinton Leadership award represents the legacy that leadership can create.

Deepak Kumar '18: MS in Data Science

Pursued research in machine learning, computer vision, and transfer learning.

Lisa Bryson '17: Painting Graduate Student

Awarded highly competitive Elizabeth Greenshields Foundation grant

CVPA graduate student selected as semi-finalist for prestigious 2018 BP Portrait Award

Allen TenBusschen, graduate student in Painting, selected as a semi-finalist for the BP Portrait Award 2018 exhibition at the National Portrait Gallery in London, UK

Marvey Mathurin '18: Corsairs football & civil engineering

Gained real-world experience through two internships and his senior design project.

Celina Andrade '18: sights set on law school

Ultimate career goal is to work in the Department of Justice as a federal prosecutor.

Colin Brown '18: BS in Data Science

Opportunities for research have provided Colin Brown '18 with new perspectives on data science and his own career path.

Rachael Buchanan '18: Dreams of bringing healthcare to developing nations

After gaining clinical experience, Rachael Buchanan '18 is focusing on the healthcare side of lab medicine.

Jerry Laakso '18: will return to his native Finland to play hockey professionally

Combining hockey with a business major entrepreneurship and small business.

Jarell Samuel '18: Medical technologist at Massachusetts General Hospital

Jarell Samuel '18 majored in MLS to fulfill his lifelong dream of being a scientist.

Marisa McCabe '17: Dual degree arts major

Alum Marisa McCabe talks about the top-notch education she received at UMass Dartmouth's College of Visual & Performing Arts.

Tia Martineau '18: Cutting-edge research in astrophysics

Next step: PhD in physics/astrophysics

Sheel Prajapati '18: Coastal systems science

Sheel, who pursued her master's degree in coastal systems science at UMassD's School for Marine Science and Technology, outlines the keys to career success.

Jacob Aaronson '18: Bioengineering

As a bioengineer, Jacob aims to help better the lives of others, while challenging himself.

English Professor Elisabeth Buck publishes her first book

Professor Buck's book covers the process of academic writing and publication, as well as the push from more open access and multimodality.

Dr. Maolin Guo: enabling protein imaging in live cells

Dr. Guo is engineering a tool to study protein in cells in order to identify disease-causing genetic mutations.

Sarah Riecke '18: Leader and ambassador

Sarah, a management information systems major and student ambassador, is founder of the Big Data Club at UMassD.

Nicole Hernandez '18: Student Leader

Coursework and leadership involvement transition into real-world business experiences for Nicole Hernandez.

Dr. Shakhnoza Kayumova: teaching the language of science

A $778,770 grant from the National Science Foundation supports Dr. Kayumova's research into the best ways to teach English-language learners the language of science.

Dr. John Buck: exploring underwater acoustics

Dr. John Buck has received a grant from the U.S. Office of Naval Research to execute a 5-year project on underwater sounds.

Dr. Michael Goodman: Executive director of UMassD's Public Policy Center

The Public Policy Center completes research and public service in the areas of education, health, housing, and economic development.

Charlton students garner award at DataFest 2018

A team of management information systems and operations management students earn award in “Best Data Visualization” category at annual competition organized by the American Statistical Association.

Dr. Robert Drew: Research in clownfish genetics

Dr. Robert Drew utilizes newly developed genomic technologies to investigate the genes of clownfish.

Persistence paid off for math and psychology major

Abigail Reid 18’ didn’t let health complications stop her from completing her double major in psychology and math, as well as starting a career as a technical analyst immediately after graduation.

Dr. Eli Evans is an interesting writer

As a writer, Dr. Eli Evans is pretty much willing to go wherever someone will have him.

Suoqing Ji ’13, MS Physics, unravels the mysteries of the universe

Awarded the Burke Prize Fellowship in Theoretical Physics & Astrophysics.

Samantha Reid '18: Student Trustee

Samantha Reid '18 advances toward her career goals through leadership on- and off-campus.

Andrew Leo Stansbury chosen as one of the 2018 NCECA Emerging Artists

Andrew will speak at the national conference later this month.

The impact of teaching math

Even after almost 20 years in academia, Professor Sigal Gottlieb continues to enjoy her years of teaching, especially interacting and mentoring her students.

Crime and justice major finds her way

As her four-year journey at UMass Dartmouth comes to an end, crime and justice major Rashelle Noncent ’18 has proven that hard work pays off.

College Now: 50 years of inspiration

From the dream of a college education to the reality of earning a degree

UMassD launches a dream

UMassD alumnus Scott Tingle achieves his lifelong goal of becoming an astronaut.

Food and Portuguese identity

Exploring the links between food, culture, and identity

Art that engages

A blend of artistic research and social fields of study

Making math fun

A tool for building connections between complex ideas in fun, engaging ways

Matthew Najarian ’17 inspires dialogue on campus through art

Shared Voices encourages meaningful conversations about political, social, and cultural issues

Fostering success

Jade Figueroa '21 believes in perseverance through resilience

Big data for better health

Improving patient care through informatics and electronic health records

Safer structures with carbon nanotubes

Using nanotubes to conduct electricity and allow early detection of failing structures

Green asphalt

Increasing the sustainability of asphalt pavements.

Amanda Hart: Protecting Atlantic herring

Sustaining Atlantic herring populations through examining alternative fishery methods

Robert Coyne ’07, MS ’11

Appointed physics lecturer at University of Rhode Island

Mariah Tarentino ‘18: Art History major

Mariah Tarentino demonstrates how interspersing art and politics can help raise awareness.

Robin Kish: freelancer and travel writer

English professor is a freelance writer specializing in short fiction and essays, as well as travel narrative.

Dr. Kathleen Elliott: Doctor of Nursing Practice

Doctoral project teaches the art of building trust with substance-use disorder patients.

Physics students publish papers in top research journals

Izak Thuestad & Alec Yonika uncover new features, employ new techniques in researching black holes

Joe Tavares '15: Designer and Photographer

Now on the west coast working at an artist management and creative intelligence agency in California.

Mary McBride: Editor-in-chief of the UMass Law Review

Near the top of her cohort, Mary McBride, JD candidate '18, has successfully balanced courses, internships, and leadership positions.

Year in Review: 2017

The top news stories for 2017 reflect UMassD's commitment to innovation, progress, research, and student success.

Year in Review: 2017

Top news stories

Brandon Berkley '18: Corsairs Hockey & Business Management

Through athletics and internships, Brandon has developed the discipline that will translate into a successful business career.

Deborah Dele-Oni: Research in immunology

Deborah Dele-Oni '18 conducted research during her internships at UMass Medical and Brown University.

Sarah Riecke '18: Leadership and community engagement

Sarah, a management information systems major, is founder of the Big Data Club at UMassD

Greg DeCelles '14: Living Marine Resource Science and Management

Alum Greg DeCelles talks about SMAST's collaborative environment and the added value of working with faculty, peers, and local fishermen

Marcos Sastre-Cordova '14: PhD, Marine Observation Technologies

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.

Lum-Bih Tashi: a political science alumna and activist

Political science alumna works at the Union of Minority Neighborhoods as a project administrator and dedicates time to young kids and teens.

Music and medicine helps local cardiologist connect to his patients

Dr. Michael Rocha ’98 uses music and medicine as a way to connect himself to the local community.

Mariah Tarentino Working for Art Journal Open

Art History student Mariah Tarentino

Valerie Hall '14: PhD Marine Science: Living Marine Resources Science/Management

Alumna Valerie Hall talks about her studies at UMassD's School for Marine Science & Technology and the Intercampus Marine Science Program, which allows students to take courses anywhere in the UMass system.

Semirah Dolan '18: Internship at eBay

Semirah Dolan '18 views her software engineering internship in Silicon Valley as a priceless opportunity.

First-year English professor considers how the use young adult literature in gender studies can improve student learning.

Professor Jenny Howe argues that asking students to explore their own understandings of gender through texts that they see as accessible builds a strong foundation in analysis and argumentation.

Amanda Prescott '18: pursuing a career in reliability engineering

Physics major forges her own applied physics track.

Ceramics alumna receives award from American Craft Council

Jennifer Ling Datchuk, MFA '08, is the winner of the American Craft Council 2017 Emerging Voices Artist Award.

Crime and Justice Studies alumna begins graduate study at Suffolk University

Taylor Centeio '17 came to UMass Dartmouth in the fall of 2014 with a deep and unrelenting passion for the field of social work and criminal justice. She learned more than she bargained for.

UMassD students experience the heart of Black culture

In celebration of Black history, legacy, and culture, UMassD students intersect with a crowd of thousands of participants and viewers during the African American Day Parade – one of the country’s most distinguished national processions.

Summer research for senior physics majors

Tia Martineau' 18 & Kiersten Nunes '18 participated in NSF-funded summer research programs.

Student work Published in Exhibition Catalog

Textile Design/Fiber Arts weaving students woven coverlet included in Fold Unfold: A Project by Susan Falls and Jessica Smith

Welcome, Class of 2021

The Class of 2021 is made up of 1,351 first-year students from 16 states and 5 countries.

Biology alumna becomes involved with science research at MIT and Harvard

Ashley Ciulla '15 has partnered with and works alongside talented scientific researchers at two prestigious institutions.

From legislative fellow to legislative correspondent

After a summer-long fellowship with a New Hampshire senator, Thalia Valkanos '18 just received an exciting job offer on Capitol Hill.

Shaunia Bronson '19: art education

Finding inspiration and encouragement as she grows as an artist and educator.

UMassD's new chancellor, Dr. Robert E. Johnson

Embracing innovation with an agile mind.

Building a better future

Thoughtful renovation nurtures innovation.

Diverse nurses for diverse communities

The Diversity Nursing Scholars Program addresses the need to recruit a more diverse population to become nurses.

Roxanne Leone '94: a leader in marketing

Roxanne Leone's accomplishments include winning the 40 Under 40 Leader Award from Dealerscope Magazine.

Michael Leone '94: master of illusion

Playing with your mind and your heart in the fast-evolving field of visual effects.

Danielle Czarnowski '15: encouraging women in STEM

Giving back to her alma mater and helping women succeed.

Sheri McCoy '80: Reviving a brand that empowers women

Sheri McCoy '80 is chief executive officer and director of Avon Products, Inc.

LaDonna Christian MSN '07, PhD

Associate professor and director of the Dotson Bridge and Mentoring Program at Simmons College.

Brand new: Elizabeth Talerman '85

Elizabeth Talerman is an innovator in marketing and brand strategy.

Meet the Chancellor

Chancellor Robert E. Johnson introduces himself--and the summer issue of UMassD Magazine.

Tianna Edwards '18: Internships with a focus on medical research

Tianna shared her experiences and advice at an Internship Showcase sponsored by the Career Development Center

Jerry Laakso '18: Recruited from Finland to play Corsairs hockey

Mixing hockey with studies in entrepreneurship and small business

Shelby Quill: Dual major in digital media and graphic design

Inspired by her love of video games, Shelby Quill '18 hopes to create art in the gaming industry.

Mollie Madigan: Preparing for a career as a veterinarian

After visiting campus, Mollie Madigan '18 knew UMassD was where she'd accomplish her goals.

Jarell Samuel: Preparing for a career as a microbiologist or genetic counselor

Jarell Samuel '18 chose to major in MLS to fulfill his lifelong dream of being a scientist.

Tia Martineau: Theoretical cosmologies, dark matter & design

Combining her interests in physics and art, Tia Martineau '18 designed the mural for Prof. Khanna's supercomputer trailer.

Shaad Mahmud: PhD in Computer & Electrical Engineering

Shaad Mahmud PhD '18 won first place at the Sigma Xi research exhibition for his research on a portable NICU for premature infants.

Rachael Buchanan: Goal of bringing healthcare to developing nations

After gaining lab experience as an MLS major, Rachael Buchanan '18 is focusing on the healthcare side of lab medicine.

Rachel Allen: PhD in Nursing

Rachel Allen, PhD '18 is the first UMass Dartmouth recipient of a Jonas Center Nursing Scholarship.

Madison Boucher '18, three-time scholarship recipient

Political science and crime and justice major Madison Boucher talks about how receiving scholarships has allowed her to focus on academics, athletics, and community involvement.

Victoria Carter: Future in clinical psychology

Victoria Carter '18 found her passion for psychology after taking elective courses.

Matthew Najarian '17: Shared Voices

Senior design project promoted campus diversity and dialogue.

Callie Nunez '17: advocate for recovery

Callie Nunez '17 has been recognized for her efforts to raise awareness around combating the ongoing opioid crisis.

Brandi Bass '17: Management training at Aetna

The next step for Brandi Bass '17 is the management development training program at Aetna, Inc.

Frankie Romeo '17: graphic design & digital media

An internship in design provided the opportunity to work on brochure, poster, and visual identity projects.

Dahlia Medeiros ’12: Environmental scientist and engineer

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

Tharima Ferdausi ’19, scholarship recipient

Mechanical engineering major Tharima Ferdausi talks about how receiving scholarship support has allowed her to focus on her career path.

Quinn Harris ’18, scholarship recipient

Illustration major Quinn Harris talks about how receiving a scholarship has enabled him to pursue his studies, develop as an artist, and engage in community service.

Matthew Phou ’18, two-time scholarship recipient

Bioengineering major Matthew Phou talks about the inspiration behind his interest in the engineering and medical fields, and the benefit of scholarships.

Captain's Corner: Jared Louf-Woods '18

A perspective on practice, training, and success at meets during the winter intersession.

Seth Rainville '96: ceramics artist, educator, storyteller

Dedicated to his craft, with a passion for promoting the arts and artists.

John Ferguson '17: From admissions ambassador to counselor

John Ferguson '17 gained professional experience in marketing & social media.

Hannah Blount '08: jewelry designer, entrepreneur

With a design studio in Boston, Hannah Blount sells her jewelry in boutiques and galleries across the world.

Recent graduate bridges her science and liberal arts education to expand her understanding of the world

Madison Bailey-Schofield '17 found a way to blend her passion for biology with her skills as an English major to critically understand the world around her and to relate the work she's done as a biology student to those outside of the scientific community.

Justin S. March '14: dream job in law enforcement

As a crime & justice studies undergraduate, Justin interned for the United States Marshals Service in Washington, DC.

American Language and Cultures Institute (ALCI) provides smooth gateway for international students

Dr. Nicholas Santavicca is the Director of the American Language and Cultures Institute (ALCI), which works to provide academic preparation, English language and cultural instruction, and promote global citizenship among all from the UMass Dartmouth and surrounding communities.

Rebecca Purchase '17: a passion for art & science

A dual major in biology & illustration, Rebecca is adapting a scientific article into a graphic novel format.

Michael Savaria, PhD '17: Graduate Student Commencement Speaker

Graduating with a PhD in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, he has previously earned three other degrees at UMassD.

Sheyla Lors, JD '17: UMass Law Student Commencement Speaker

After taking the New York Bar Exam, JD candidate Sheyla Lors plans to provide pro bono legal services in South Africa.

Kevin Delaney '17: Student Trustee

From student leadership to study abroad, Kevin Delaney '17 has participated in many of the experiences and opportunities available to UMassD students.

Ethan Dazelle: Editor-in-chief of the UMass Law Review

While at UMass Law, Ethan Dazelle, JD/MBA candidate '17 gained practical law experience in the Human Rights at Home Clinic and on the Jessup Moot Court team.

Eve Kuzmech '17: One of "29 Who Shine"

Peer health educator Eve Kuzmech '17 took on leadership roles and conducted research to improve student health and safety.

Ellie Paris-Miranda, MBA, PhD '17: Doctorate in Luso-Afro-Brazilian Studies & Theory, MBA in International Entrepreneurship

Ellie Paris-Miranda's vision of the "Afro-shentrepreneur" focuses on the empowerment of African women and women of the African diaspora.

Talia D'Ambruoso '17: bioengineering to improve lives

Well-rounded: Talia D'Ambruoso '17 combined her studies in bioengineering with women's soccer, study abroad, and two internships.

Heather Jo Davis, MFA '17: creating social commentary through visual art

Ceramics artist Heather Jo Davis, MFA '17 champions the value and preservation of wilderness areas.

The Vernacular Coverlet

Intro to Weaving students participated in a national exhibit at Lyndon House Arts Center in Athens Georgia titled Fold Unfold.

Mabel Tejada '17: working for change

Mabel Tejada '17 envisions a career that will be driven by her values and beliefs.

Vanda Depina '17: achieving goals, caring for fellow students

As the founder of C.A.R.E., Vanda Depina '17 created a supportive environment for students who are on their own.

Sofia Reppucci '17: President, Student Government Association

As a student leader, Sofia Reppucci '17 has learned the "true power of change."

Etienne Niyonsaba '17: journey to education & achievement

From school days in a refugee camp to the pursuit of a degree in accounting, education has been a constant for Etienne Niyonsaba '17.

Danielle Tinkham '09: award-winning teacher of physics

Physics alumna Danielle Tinkham was a regional winner of a PhysTEC Teacher of the Year Award.

Alumni Feature: Molly Harrington '12

Photography major Molly Harrington '12 is a photographer and photo editor for a Boston-based online fashion retailer.

Myles Dias '17: business studies, social justice, professional networks

MIS major Myles Dias '17 has broadened his horizons with involvement in DECA, Unity House, and the founding of an NAACP chapter on campus.

Travis Weiland, PhD '17 accepts tenure-track position

After graduation, Travis Weiland plans on moving to Boone, North Carolina to start his tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education at Appalachian State University.

Pursuing justice for those without a voice

Acting on her passion for immigration law, Isabel Saavedra, JD ’14 has worked with detainees at the U.S. border with Mexico.

UMass Law hosts Immigration Symposium

The UMass Law Review's annual symposium will focus on immigration, sanctuary cities, and the recent travel ban.

Dustin Roderigues ’17: motorcyclist, mechanical engineer, entrepreneur

A passion for motorcycles led Dustin to build the Tachyon, a prototype electric motorcycle.

UMass Dartmouth celebrates Cape Verdean culture

Carlos Wahnon Veiga, Ambassador of Cape Verde to the US, will deliver keynote address “Cape Verdean Communities and Belonging in Challenging Times” at the University’s 1st Annual Cape Verdean Cultural Day on Friday, April 7

Katie Wild Wins Prestigious Grant for Representational Art

Elizabeth Cross '17 is planning a career as a pediatric surgeon

A research internship at Yale and her studies in biology at UMassD have prepared Elizabeth for the challenges of medical school.

Psychology student presents research at international conference

Alicia Cronister-Morais '17 presented her psychology research at the Society for Research and Child Development’s international biennial conference (SRCD) in April, which prepared her for a future in clinical psychology graduate study.

Rahul Kashyap, PhD, '17 pursues the rhythms of the universe

One of the first graduates of the PhD in Engineering & Applied Science program, Rahul studied supernovae using some of the largest supercomputers in the world.

Acclaimed filmmaker Clennon L. King to visit UMassD

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

Alex Siddall '17: Washington internship

An internship at the State Department and a semester abroad in Germany have convinced Alex Siddall '17 of the value of international education.

Crime and Justice Studies alumna finds her calling for business

While working as an insurance underwriter for Sun Life Financial, Elizabeth Beshansky decided it was time to earn her MBA.

Jennifer Legee '17: Peer mentor

As the Connect program's peer mentor lead, Jennifer Legee '17 helps other students discover their potential.

Samantha Gottlich: learning on the job through multiple internships

For marketing major Samantha Gottlich '18, gaining hands-on experience is an important step toward her dream job in social media.

Lexie Almeida: Admissions ambassador

Lexie Almeida '20 chose a biology major to prepare for a future as a physical therapist.

Share Esperanza: Haiti service mission

Students working with the service organization traveled to Haiti in January to donate clothing, food, and supplies.

Biology and French alumna joins Brown University

After graduating in 2009, Lauren Watka blended her love of scholarship with adventure and experienced many exciting opportunities.

Meaghan O'Neill '17: Career in animation

Planning for a career in animation, Meaghan O'Neill '17 is a dual major in graphic design and digital media.

Excellence in Fibers

An exhibition of selected works from Fiber Art Now's juried print exhibit Excellence in Fibers

Black History 4 Seasons programming begins January 15

UMass Dartmouth's Black History 4 Seasons Council announces events for 2017.

Gabrielle Monteiro '17: Future in sustainable urban planning

Gabrielle Monteiro received the 2015 Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellows Award for her commitment to community engagement.

The Master in Professional Writing Program prepared Kris Cambra to work in higher education

Kris Cambra, Director of Biomedical Communications at Brown University, used her master's degree in professional writing to help her advance in higher education.

Jenyka Gassnola '17: Advocate for women who need a second chance

During her internship at Together We Bake, Jenyka Gassnola '17 gained new skills, was featured in an NPR article, and was invited to a White House event.

Master of Professional Writing offers broad curriculum that helps bridge the gap between science and communications

UMass Dartmouth’s Master of Professional Writing Program (MPW) helped Meg Cichon further her writing career and network in the science and university communities.

Caring on a global scale

The College of Nursing's Global Health Collaborative is changing lives and communities on the international, national, and local levels.

Service-learning: challenging students to view themselves and others from a new perspective

An extensive number of service-learning offerings connect coursework with community assistance.

Dining destination: Tia Maria's European Café in New Bedford

Jessica Coelho '06 established her popular downtown restaurant in 2013.

Black spaces matter in New Bedford's history

Art history professor Pamela Karimi is working with others to tell the story of abolitionist New Bedford.

Alison Wells: Art influenced by New Bedford's culture & community

Alison Wells, MFA '07 set her roots in downtown New Bedford, recently named a "Top 10 Creative City."

Textiles blunt concussions

Researchers are using an old textile manufacturing method to produce a new protection against concussions.

Alumna begins volunteer work with the Peace Corps

Meaghan Koudelka ’16 joined the Peace Corps and is stationed in Ouarzazate, Morocco as a Youth Development Volunteer.

NSF grant supports study of nitrous oxide cycling

SMAST's Annie Bourbonnais received a National Science Foundation grant for her study of nitrous oxide cycling in the Western Arctic Ocean.

Oysters cleanse water of nitrogen

Researchers are testing whether oyster clusters can reduce nitrogen levels that destroy fish habitats.

Exploring microbial life in Iceland

Last summer, UMassD students spent two weeks investigating microbial life in Iceland.

Christopher Rogers: Textile Design/Fiber Art student

Christopher Rogers '18 recently received two textile scholarships and is preparing for a semester abroad.

Jamie Losanno: Marketing internship at Dell

After attending a UMassD career fair, Jamie Losanno '17 interned at Dell/EMC.

Three UMass Dartmouth alumni receive awards from the Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA)

UMass Dartmouth welcomes Pedro Pires, President Emeritus of Cape Verde

Pires served as the country's first prime minister prior to his presidency and is celebrated for his role in making Cape Verde a “model of democracy, stability, and increased prosperity."

Business After Hours

Charlton College of Business and SouthCoast Chamber of Commerce host Business After Hours networking event

Imad Jbara '17: An Author and College Student

Imad Jbara, a senior psychology major, felt he had something to say, and he found a unique way to say it.

Shake The Ship: Dec. 6, 5-7:30pm

Shake The Ship gives students a voice in the changes they’d like to see on campus.

Kayleigh Ellison: Balancing law school and soccer

UMass Law student Kayleigh Ellison JD '19 puts the same determination into her education as she did in her fight against brain cancer.

The path to professorship

Samantha Pettey ’09 earns her PhD in American Politics and joins Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts as their newest professor.

Ashley Gelin '17: Internship at Akamai Technologies

After completing internships at Akamai Technologies and LifeWork Search, Ashley Gelin '17 has a better understanding of the type of career she wants.

Adrien Mercier: Degree in Art History led to position as gallery director

Hera Gallery director Adrien Mercier '15 says his CVPA classes prepared him for a successful career.

International Gratitude Day: a day to thank on-campus donors

Arnie the Corsair joined students in thanking faculty and staff for their donations

Welcome, Class of 2020

UMass Dartmouth welcomed its newest Corsairs this week, as they moved into residence halls, gathered for Convocation, and began classes.

Accessibility Awareness Week 2016

An opportunity to highlight UMassD’s current progress and future opportunities around accessibility issues.

Capstone Project: Wrong Way Traffic Alert System

This project is an effective way to detect a vehicle traveling the wrong way up a highway off ramp; once the vehicle has been detected an alert system will provide the driver and others of the impending danger.

Capstone Project: STAR Acoustic Ruler Project

The Acoustic Ruler Project is an implementation of three closely-related custom-build devices and a Control Application.

Capstone Project: Snoopy, Small Onboard Linux Computer

The target of the project is to design a small onboard Linux machine. The device should have networking capability.

Capstone Project: School Bus Monitoring System

The project is intended to augment the function of the typical school bus monitor by alerting the school bus driver to any obstruction--such as a child--in the path of any wheel of the bus.

Capstone Project: School Bus Safety System

The project is intended to augment the function of the typical school bus monitor by alerting the school bus driver to any obstruction, such as a child, in the path of any wheel of the bus.

Capstone Project: Low Power Wireless Shock Detection System

This project will employ a system which consists of two subsystems: a remote and a host.

Capstone Project: Contactless Indoor Flood Detector

Detect an indoor flood and report the flood over the internet via a wired or wi-fi network connected device.

Capstone Project: Lake Monitoring System

The scope of this project was to design and develop a lake monitoring system to record the weather conditions at the lake.

Capstone Project: Beehive Monitoring System

The project is to create a remote monitoring system that will collect data on an individual hive that can be reviewed to assess the colony’s health.

Capstone Project: ClassD Power Amplifier

Design and test a Class D power amplifier that is high frequency, high power, and high efficiency for ultrasonic applications.

Capstone Project: Dot Drill Timing System

The goal of this project is to add accuracy and reliability to our customer’s ability to assess his athletes' performance in successfully negotiating the dot drill.

Capstone Project: Camera-Based Sleeping Driver Detector

This project is a software application for an android smartphone that uses the front-facing camera to detect if the user falls asleep while operating a vehicle.

Carly Rousseau '14 earns Fulbright Teaching Assistantship in Greece

Carly Rousseau ’14 is an experienced traveler who studied abroad during her undergraduate years, and recently she earned a Fulbright Teaching Assistantship for the next academic year.

Capstone Project: Programmable Oceanic Robot

The student team designed and prototyped a battery-powered, autonomous, programmable underwater robotic drifter intended to seek and maintain a specified depth in the ocean, sample or retrieve data (temperature, salinity, turbidity, etc.) resurface and transmit the data, go back to depth for more data, and so on, for an extended length of time.

Capstone Project: Mouse Eye Injection Fixture

The student team designed and built a high precision apparatus for positioning an ultra-fine glass injection needle into the eye of an anesthetized research mouse using computer control and video microscopy.

Capstone Project: Shark Mop Boiler Life Extension

The student team studied the source of damaging buildup in the boiler of a steam-cleaning floor mop. After learning that it was primarily calcium from tap water, they designed and successfully demonstrated a very inexpensive filter to be installed inside each mop.

Capstone Project: Plasma Tank Improvement

The team designed, built, and successfully demonstrated a means and apparatus to remove the sediment in a plasma cutter water tank, thus reducing the necessary (and costly) manufacturing shutdown that would otherwise be needed for manual cleaning of the tank.

Capstone Project: Ninja Seal Improvement

The student team evaluated the seal efficiency on a line of Shark personal blenders and juicers with a goal of reducing the twisting force needed to loosen and tighten the cap while still retaining the effectiveness of the seal in order to prevent leaks.

AfterMath Symposium 2016

The AfterMath Symposium connects mathematics alumni with current students.

Art All-State provides a glimpse of life as a practicing artist

CVPA welcomed 145 of the state's most creative high school students for a weekend of intensive art-making.

Emily Moreau '17: Research on UMassD architecture

After learning about perspective in her media techniques class, Emily Moreau '17 is pursuing an independent study of architecture.

Capstone Project: Web Tracking Sensor

The students explored and demonstrated instrumentation that could detect the edge of a moving web and sense its lateral displacement to within +/- 25 microns (with a goal of achieving +/- 5 microns). The signal from the sensor would be used to control web steering in a manufacturing machine to ensure accurate web tracking through the machine.

Capstone Project: Spin Tester

The team analyzed modes of vibration and potential failure in a spin tester used to dynamically evaluate large and heavy abrasive grinding wheels. The intent of the project was to explore ways to increase machine throughput by altering the testing protocols.

Capstone Project: Green Line Leveling Valve Guard Improvement

The team designed and tested improvements to a novel, insulating shroud intended to protect a delicate valve from snow and ice underneath the MBTA’s Green Line subway cars.

Capstone Project: Miniature Manufacturing System

The student team designed and built a functional miniature version of a high precision web-handling system. The machine tracked a narrow, thin, transparent web from a supply spool to a take-up arbor.

Alternative spring break 2016

Supported by the Leduc Center for Civic Engagement, UMassD students spent spring break helping communities in Guatemala, North Carolina, and on the SouthCoast.

Tracking evidence of a changing climate

UMass Dartmouth puts policy and science into action

Recycle, resell, and redistribute

The New2U Program collected 6,000 pounds of clothing, two 40-foot trailers full of household goods, and 27 shopping carts full of food.

Greener by Degree: Minor in Sustainability

Established in 2008, the Sustainability minor is the University’s largest and fastest growing minor.

Designing for Industry: CVPA’s new Innovation Learning Collaborative

The addition of the Innovation Learning Collaborative at the Star Store campus created more 3D fabrication options for CVPA students.

Undergraduates conduct marine research in new summer program

A National Science Foundation grant will provide hands-on research opportunities to students interested in marine biology, fisheries oceanography, and estuarine and ocean science.

Brittany Doherty: Career in sustainable business

Brittany Doherty '14 credits her leadership experience at UMassD for her success in the business world.

Capstone Project: Sandblasting Optimization

Students determined that a static electricity charge created by sandblasting caused the blasting grit to cling to the product in the machine, thus causing process problems later and also causing an unsafe working condition for employees. They selected, installed, and configured a system to eliminate the static charges, thus solving the problem.

Capstone Project: Laser Ophthalmoscope

Students developed a way to couple the infrared light from a laser into an ophthalmoscope using a fiber optic link, allowing the doctor to treat retina disorders.

Capstone Project: Bathythermograph Wire Inspection

In this project, students devised and demonstrated a method to non-destructively detect defects in the insulation on hair-thin wire.

Alumna joins Akamai Technologies

For Nikhila Vijaybhaskar, joining the Master in Professional Writing program was absolutely the right move. It led to her dream job.

Ellisha Alexina: Designing success

Ellisha Alexina '11 built her fabric business around a technique she invented during her senior year at UMassD.

Jacob Vaillancourt: At the hub of waste management solutions

Jacob Vaillancourt '12 co-founded technology and waste management company Waste Hub to create a sustainable future.

MPW alum uses flexible skills to transition into financial service industry

Paul Duarte joins Boston Financial Data Services, Inc. as a Knowledge Coordinator

Master in Professional Writing alumna earns full-time position at major corporation

Kathleen Landers knew she wanted to advance and improve her writing style before she went into the workforce.

Ryan Arsenault: Law school was a "natural choice"

Noticing that many veterans had "fallen through the cracks," Ryan Arsenault JD '16 attended law school with the goal of practicing veterans law.

Elizabeth Janson: PhD in Educational Leadership & Policy

Elizabeth Janson PhD '16 is committed to transforming public education and providing youth with the resources they need.

Tayla Vincent: President of the Student Government Association

Tayla Vincent '16 developed UMassD's Shake the Ship open forum for students.

Bethany Phillips: Mission trip to Haiti

Bethany Phillips '16 traveled to Haiti as part of the College of Nursing's Community Health Nursing course.

Chris LaPorte: Commitment to service

Chris LaPorte '16 hopes to bring change to the world through a commitment to service.

Marissa Matton: Master of Professional Writing

Through coursework, internships, and a graduate assistantship, Marissa Matton '14 MA '16 has prepared for a career in web writing.

Jacob Miller: Effecting change through student leadership

Student Trustee Jacob Miller '16 has an unwavering commitment to public service.

Barbara Okafor '16: A passion for healthcare, research, and service

Pursuing research, running track, serving as a student leader, and working on campus, Barbara Okafor '16 has kept her focus and managed her time wisely.

Henry Cho: Dual major in writing and mechanical engineering

Henry Cho '16 views the challenge of a dual major the best decision he ever made.

Dylan Baker: Internships with NASA

Dylan Baker ’16 completed internships with NASA at the Stennis and Goddard Space Centers.

Sheyla Lors: Internship with Legal Aid Society

UMass Law's legal skills program prepared Sheyla Lors for an internship with the Legal Aid Society in the Bronx after her first year of study.

Alyssa Nastri: Internship with AHA! Night

An Endeavor Scholar, Alyssa Nastri '16 is an intern with New Bedford's AHA! Night.

Kerina Silva: UMass Law community is her lifeline

Kerina Silva enrolled at UMass Law to pursue her lifelong dream of practicing law.

Sean Townsend: Student-run business on campus

Sean Townsend '16 plans to pursue an MBA after co-founding campus smoothie bar Jumpin' Juice.

Breanna Labelle: Creating art through code

Breanna Labelle '16 transferred to UMassD after discovering CVPA's Design Department.

Evan FitzGerald: Army veteran and law student

Evan FitzGerald chose UMass Law because of Massachusetts' contribution to the start of democracy.

Trevor Mattos: Creating opportunities for the disadvantaged

Trevor Mattos MPP '16 worked at the Public Policy Center, researching SouthCoast issues.

Shereen Cruz: Growing personally and professionally

Shereen Cruz '16 gained experience on a service trip to Haiti and in researching diabetes.

Stacey Miner: MA in Clinical Psychology

Stacey Miner MA '16 focused her career goals after interning at a mental health and addiction outpatient facility.

Joana Reis: Research internship in STEM education

Joana Reis '16 completed an internship with the NSF Robert Royce Teaching Program.

Marina Kowaleski: Public relations internship

Marina Kowaleski '16 applied classroom knowledge to her internship with the university's Marketing and Public Affairs departments.

Abner Barros: Internship at General Dynamics

Abner Barros '16 credits the College Now/START program for his success as an engineering student.

Cuong Abel Sy: Exponential growth as an artist and a person

Cuong Abel Sy MFA '16 explored personal identity in his artisanry thesis, a series of bronze, gold, and silver necklaces.

Christine Letsche: A career as a justice-centered lawyer

Christine Letsche JD '16 participated in a range of learning experiences, including bail arguments and revocations, plea colloquies, and jury and bench trials.

Megan DeBarros: Internships and mentors point the way to success

Megan DeBarros '16 has had marketing internships with RI Novelty and Your Sports Marketing Group.

Sharon Kumar: Pursuing career in non-profits

Sharon Kumar '16 credits the Endeavor Scholarship for fostering her love for service.

Jason Strojny: White House internship

Inspired by his internship experiences at the city, state, and federal levels, Jason Strojny '16 plans to pursue a career in public service.

Michael Dueñas: practicing law to make the world a better place

Michael Dueñas JD '16 credits UMass Law's Immigration Law Clinic as a transformative experience in becoming a successful lawyer.

Jesse Waidler: Combining liberal arts and military service

Jesse Waidler '16 focused his undergraduate studies on history and French before pursuing his master's in education.

Ausubel Pichardo: Philosophy of serving & learning

Ausubel Pichardo '16 co-founded Share Esperanza, a service organization working in his native Dominican Republic, Haiti, and New Bedford.

Joseph Zottoli: National Science Foundation internship

Joseph Zottoli '16 researched American horseshoe crabs during his internship at Rutgers University.

Carolina Mendez: Study abroad in England

Carolina Mendez '16 focused on international business as she studied in Lancashire and explored several European nations.

Shake The Ship gives students a voice

UMass Dartmouth students have a voice at their university—and in the changes they’d like to see

Doug Zemeckis: '16 PhD in Marine Science & Technology

Doug Zemeckis researched the spawning dynamics of the Atlantic cod during his doctoral studies at SMAST.

Sarah Lavalette: Internships in human resources

Sarah Lavalette '16 completed internships at the UMass President's Office and the Rockport Company.

UMassD students trek to the Big Apple for a weekend-long interactive course

Visiting a trio of historical sites elevates students' understanding of culturalism and the meaning of activism.

Victoria Arons: Sharing love of art as a teacher

Victoria Arons '16 credits the College of Visual and Performing Arts' foundations program for transforming her into a well-rounded artist.

Colleen Reynolds: Pursuing degrees in math and education

UMassD's education 4+1 master's program is preparing Colleen Reynolds '16 for a career as a math teacher.

Tim Waithe: Research in social needs of U.S. deportees

Tim Waithe '16 participated in the College of Nursing's inaugural "Bridging the Atlantic" exchange with the University of Azores.

Mayra Class: Admissions ambassador, international orientation leader

Mayra Class '16 majored in psychology to help people live healthier lives.

Semirah Dolan: Apprenticeship program at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center

Semirah's internship exposed her to the daily work life of an engineer and helped her clarify her goals.

UMassD is a global community, welcoming students and scholars from around the world

More than 600 international students are at UMass Dartmouth to acquire knowledge, improve skills, and pursue research

Daniel Noyes: Research in cyber security of USB devices

Engineering graduate student Daniel Noyes '15, MS '16 was one of two winners at the Advanced Cyber Security Center's New England conference.

Katherine Thompson '13: The Department of Marine Resources' newest scientist

2013 SMAST alum Katherine Thompson talks about her experiences as a marine science student and her new career.

Weaving with Light Exhibition SOFA Chicago

College of Visual & Performing Arts SOFA CHICAGO 2015 installation to be showcased at Campus Gallery

Deborah Dele-Oni: Research in Immunology

Deborah Dele-Oni '18 researched immunology during her internships at UMass Medical and Brown University.

Luis Perez '16: Internships in Accounting

Using resources at the Charlton College of Business and the Career Development Center, Luis Perez secured internships at leading accounting firms

Sarah & Aaron Aker: Sweethearts studying medicine and science

UMassD alums the focus of UMass Medical’s Match Day story for 2015

Acclaimed author Dr. Thomas Ranuga kicks off the UMass Dartmouth Black History 4 Seasons Council inaugural event

Dr. Ranuga will discuss the struggle for meaningful change in the educational system

Meet Jasmine Guy

Award-winning actress and local native is raisin’ cane at the Zeiterion

Miriam Asangong: Accounting internships lead to career success

Following her internship at PricewaterhouseCoopers, Miriam Asangong '16 was offered a position as an accountant/auditor with the firm.

Black History Month becomes Black history all year at UMass Dartmouth

UMassD’s Black History Month Planning Committee becomes Black History 4 Seasons Council and offers programming throughout the year

EYA 2016 – Emerging Young Artists 2016 Invitational Exhibition

Oriane Pitah: Experience of an international education

Oriane Pitah is an international student pursuing an MBA in accounting.

Excellence in business education

With AACSB accreditation, and a host of distinctions, Charlton College of Business is a great choice for business education

Meg Cichon: Science editor at MIT's Lincoln Laboratory

Meg Cichon MA '15 uses the skills she learned in the Professional Writing Program to write for new audiences and new purposes.

10 steps to career success

Staff from the Career Development Center share their top suggestions for how to achieve career success.

Dr. Craig P. O’Connell "14: Focus on shark conservation

When he’s not conducting research on shark conservation or diving with great white sharks, O’Connell focuses on youth education

Casey Snook: Service trip to Panama

Casey Snook '16 travelled to Valle Las Perlas, Panama, this August as part of Engineers Without Borders' ongoing project to rehabilitate the village's water distribution center.

From UMassD to UMass Medical

UMass Dartmouth offers several pathways to medical school and other health-related professional programs.

This We Believe--UMass Dartmouth

Program for first-year students engages them in campus values as they join the academic community

Zachary Aaronson: Professional & personal learning experience in Panama

Engineers Without Borders President Zachary Aaronson '16 traveled with the group to Panama in an ongoing effort to provide safe drinking water to the village of Valle Las Perlas.

UMassD nursing around the world

The $1.25 million gift of Rear Admiral Julia Plotnick (Ret.) to the College of Nursing focuses on research and innovative teaching methods to advance global health.

Phillip Igoe: Research in software engineering

Emmanuel R. Fernandes Jr.: Gaining professional confidence at Hasbro

This summer, Emmanuel R. Fernandes Jr. interned in the Digital Technology department at Hasbro in Pawtucket, RI.

Preparing tomorrow's engineers

Over 100 teams of middle and high school students gathered at the Tripp Athletic Center to compete in the National SeaPerch Challenge.

Capstone Project: Firefighter Remote Temperature Monitoring System

Design the mechanical and electronic systems for a highly compact and highly reliable temperature measuring device that will transmit to a receiver several hundred feet away; to be installed under a firefighter’s coat to monitor body temperature and alarm on overtemp conditions.

Capstone Project: Portable, Radio Frequency, In Situ Soil Conductivity and Permittivity Measuring System

The goal of this project is to design, fabricate and test a portable (lightweight/ compact) and inexpensive system that can provide reasonable values of the soil’s constitutive parameters, conductivity and dielectric constant, using a small handheld battery powered Vector Network Analyzer.

Capstone Project: High Bay Storage Alarm System Upgrade

Designing a replacement safety alarm system for our rack storage system in our primary warehouse.

New research shines light on iron deficiency, overload in human body

An English Alumna's Fast Track to Success

Amanda Butcher accepted her college diploma and put her undergraduate studies behind her. Now she is focused on her new job as a Senior Technology Development Program Associate, which grew out of an internship with UnitedHealth Group.

Prof. Jing Wang: Blending tradition with innovation

Prof. Jing Wang earned the MacDowell Fellowship, one of the highest awards in the arts.

Renee Laurencelle: Running toward a career in health & nutrition

Renee Laurencelle is one of UMassD's representatives with "Run for Krystle" in the Boston Marathon.

Jacqueline Tran: UMassD's first BaccMD student to enter UMass Medical

Keneshia Estimé: Study abroad leads to self-discovery

Keneshia Estimé spent six months studying abroad in Stellenbosch, South Africa.

Aneudy N. Gonzalez: Commitment to public interest law

Aneudy Gonzalez worked at UMass Law's Immigration Law Clinic, which provides free legal services to immigrants.

Sara Mycock Cederholm: Exploring the intersection of law & public education

Following the bar exam, Sara Cederholm JD '15 will begin work as a law clerk at the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

Sapna Jawid Piracha: Big data, philanthropy & travel

Sapna Piracha became Pakistan’s only female to sit on a panel of design engineers for the construction of the Gandhara International Airport, which upon completion will be one of the world’s largest airports.

Heather Fatcheric: One of 29 Who Shine

Heather Fatcheric was recognized as one of "29 Who Shine," an elite group of students representing the Commonwealth's 29 public colleges and universities. She also received UMass Dartmouth's Lamar E. McClinton Student Leadership award and was named a "Pillar of the Community."

Alyssa Foley: Social media internship & a promising future

Alyssa Foley held an internship with the university's Marketing and Public Affairs departments.

Zachary Kowzic: Tangible experience in social media marketing

Zachary Kowzic held an internship with the university's Marketing and Public Affairs departments.

Shravani Kakarla: Researching biofuel & bio-manufacturing

Part of the first UMassD class to graduate with a major in bioengineering, Shravani Kakarla researched biofuel and bio-manufacturing.

Jordan McDonald: Education is the key to success

Tejendra Patel: Internships are crucial for success

Tejendra Patel held internships with Nextdrift Technologies and Akamai Technologies.

Jillian Bolinger: Researching exploding stars

Jillian Bolinger's research on supernovae earned her a spot at the 2014 "Posters on the Hill" event in Washington, D.C., sponsored by the Council on Undergraduate Research.

WecJeannie Emmanuel: Research on cross-cultural emotional perception

Nicholas Phillips: Growing bacteria to make bio-plastics

David Burr: Observation and identity in art

Using various media and formats, David explored different modes of observation and identity.

Matthew Crossman: Research on cybersecurity

Brittany Raposa: Health law & healthcare policy

Brittany Raposa plans to practice in family law or health and social policy law.

Genesis Barrientos: Outstanding peer health educator

Genesis Barrientos received an Outstanding Student Award from the National BACCHUS Network for her work in peer health education

Ryan Carey: Nurse on a cardiothoracic intensive care unit

As part of his Community/Public Health Nursing clinical experience, Ryan Carey participated in service trips to Haiti.

Samantha Smith: Biology major planning a career in opthalmology

For her Endeavor Scholar service project, Samantha Smith spent a week in Ghana working with Unite for Sight.

Matthew DaCosta: Holistic approach to healthcare

Ana Paula Krelling: first PhD graduate of SMAST & IOUSP

Ana Paula Krelling is the first first dual-degree Ph.D. graduate of UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science (SMAST) and the University of São Paulo Institute of Oceanography (IOUSP).

Carolyn McQuillan '15: Internship in graphic design

Carolyn McQuillan worked two summers as a graphic design intern for Liberty Mutual Insurance's Web & Communications team.

Aubrie Brault: Internship at the Zeiterion Theater

Aubrie Brault balanced a double major with internships, community service, and a position as an Admissions Ambassador.

Christopher Crogan: Computational theory and the mind

Christopher Crogan's research, "Mind's Brains and Robots: Towards a Computational Theory of Semantics," focuses on the human mind.

Carlos Colon: Understanding the roots of terrorism

Carlos Colon's research with the UMass Drone project led to internships with the International Center for Terrorism Studies and the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism.

Kiley Alpaugh: Embracing new experiences

Kiley Alpaugh won the Margaret Mullaney Panos Honors Essay Contest and was awarded third place in UMassD's "Three-Minute Thesis" competition for her Honors Thesis Project: "The Impact of Therapy Dogs on College Students’ Stress Levels."

Maria Amell '16 paints photo portrait of campus with "Humans of UMass Dartmouth"

Maria Amell began a Facebook page to tell stories through photography and brief profiles.

Alum Robert Greene Participates in "Artists Lend Support" Exhibition

Julia Rayberg: Focus on entrepreneurship and social change

Julia Rayberg completed an internship with ROI Corporation.

Lauren Roche '15: A passion for art and politics

Lauren Roche completed an internship with Suffolk County District Attorney Dan Conley's community relations unit.

Maegan McConnell: Study abroad is life-changing

Maegan McConnell studied abroad for a semester in Prague.

Dr. Chad McGuire: Understanding Climate Change

Dr. Chad J. McGuire, whose research focuses on environmental law, addressed Pres. Obama's Executive Order to address climate change.

Innovative program prepares first-year engineering students for future success

EGR 111: Introduction to Engineering and Computing provides first-year engineering students with experiences across the engineering disciplines.

Brian Fox, Illustration BFA 1990, paints Rob Gronkowski

UMass Dartmouth welcomes Dr. Jorge Tolentino

Dr. Tolentino will give a lecture on “U.S. Cabo Verde Relations: The construction of a historic and strategic partnership.”

Prof. Macrine's work with blind children in Qatar earns 1st prize at international conference

Prof. Macrine received a grant from the Qatar National Research Fund.

EYA 2015 – Emerging Young Artists 2015 Invitational Exhibition

X-ray diffractometer: device will advance research throughout the region

UMass Dartmouth's newly installed x-ray diffractometer is the only one of its kind in southeastern Massachusetts.

PS3 supercomputer leads in cryptography contest

Dr. Gaurav Khanna's supercomputer built from PlayStation 3 gaming consoles competes in an international cryptography contest.

Sidafa Conde '12: Pursuing a PhD in Engineering and Applied Science

Sidafa Conde is pursuing his PhD in Engineering and Applied Science with a focus in Computational Science and Engineering.

Dr. Sigal Gottlieb: Advancing scientific computing

Dr. Sigal Gottlieb is the founding director of UMass Dartmouth's Center for Scientific Computing and Visualization Research (CSVR).

Oyindamola Ogunjobi: Promoting leadership and success

Oyindamola Ogunjobi founded the National Society of Leadership and Success UMassD Chapter.

Exploring the science behind the cranberry's health benefits

The UMass Cranberry Health Research Center explores the health benefits of cranberries.

City of Light: Artisanry students’ installation wins a place at international art fair

Artisanry students presented "City of Light" installation at Chicago's Sculpture Object Functional Art + Design Fair.

Global Marketing: Study in Germany

Global Marketing, MKT 362, culminates in a two-week International Summer University program in Wolfsburg, Germany.

Kat Cope, Printmaking MFA 2009, receives fellowship

Alumni Profile: Shane Dwyer

Study Abroad: Exploring Art in China

CVPA students travelled to Beijing, Shanghai, and Wuzhen this summer.

Dr. Robert Fisher, Physics: Encouraging student success through research

Dr. Fisher uses UMass Dartmouth's Center for Scientific Computing and Visualization Research for his research of supernovae.

Matthew Wise: Studying white dwarf stars and supernovae

Working with Prof. Fisher, Matthew Wise researches white dwarf stars that become supernovae.

Alumni Profile: Samantha Bailey

Samantha graduated in 2012 with a BA in Sociology with an option in Anthropology, as well as a minor in Religious Studies–and she earned magna cum laude and honors.

Starlight Detectives: Prof. Hirshfeld's latest book

Prof. Hirshfeld's book details astronomical photography’s impact on modern science.

Dawn Stetzel, Ceramics MFA 2007, awarded an Artist-In-Residency

Anser Shaukat: Fulbright Student Program

Anser Shaukat, MFA Design 2015, participates in Fulbright Millennial Trains Project (MTP)

The Honors Program enriches students' experiences

UMass Dartmouth’s Honors Program enriches students' educational experiences with lessons of leadership, scholarship, creativity, and community.

Anthony Natoli: Internship in marketing

Anthony Natoli's internship at Sepaton prepared him for a position as the social media coordinator for Wagner Motor Group.

Lauren Scharf: Receives internship at RISD Museum

Lauren Scharf, BA Art History 2014, was selected to participate in the competitive Andrew W. Mellon Internship Program at the RISD Museum

Amanda W. Stubbs: Plans for a PhD in chemistry at MIT

Amanda Stubbs received the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship and the American Institute of Chemists Award.

Joshua Encarnacion: Next stop: Google

Joshua Encarnacion was recognized as one of "29 Who Shine," an elite group of students representing the Commonwealth's 29 public colleges and universities.

Tabitha Lee Kirkwood: Focus on child and family law

Tabitha Kirkwood is planning a career in child and family law.

Michael Massoud: Beginning his nursing career

Michael Massoud's research project correlated sleepiness and stress in college students.

Chany Peguero Peña: Study abroad & an internship in Japan

After studying abroad in Japan, Chany Peguero Peña returned for an internship with a Tokyo-based school photography company.

Anna-Rae LeClaire: Scholarship & service

Anna-Rae LeClaire maintained a 4.0 GPA, balancing her studies with community service.

Nabil Bou-Mitri: Internship at Fidelity

Nabil Bou-Mitri completed an internship at Fidelity Investments.

Rola Hassoun: Internship at Unilever

Rola Hassoun's participation with the Society of Women Engineers led to an internship with Unilever.

Catherine Anastasia: Career in art education

Catherine Anastasia plans to seek a position as a high school art teacher.

Catherine O'Keefe: Focus on sea scallop fishery

Catherine O'Keefe earned her PhD in Living Marine Resources and Management at SMAST.

Van Riley: Jazz saxophonist headed for NYC

Van Riley played with a variety of UMass Dartmouth ensembles.

Tiffany Ferreira: Math, physics & solar power

Tiffany Ferreira welcomed newly accepted students to an "Experience UMassD" event.

Lauren Soares: Internship at KPMG

Lauren Soares' internship at KPMG LLP led to a full-time position in IT advisory.

Olivia Ekeh: History & the storytelling tradition

Olivia Ekeh, president of the Black Student Union, is heading to UMass Amherst in the fall to pursue a PhD in African American Studies.

Camille David: The effects of sea level rise

Camille David earned his PhD in Marine Sciences/Coastal Systems Science at SMAST.

Christopher Jordan: Co-op at Protonex Technology

Co-captain of the cross country track and field teams, Christopher Jordan completed a co-op experience at Protonex Technology.

Justin Kadich: Awareness of immigration issues

Justin Kadich worked at UMass Law's Immigration Law Clinic and organized a teach-in to raise awareness of local immigration issues.

Paula Cruz: Endeavor Leadership Scholar

Endeavor Scholar Paula Cruz plans to pursue a Master's in Public Health and a Doctorate in Nurse Practice.

Brandon Ward: Working for the government in DC

Brandon Ward's internship at PricewaterhouseCoopers in Boston provided him with real-world experience in tax laws and procedures.

Colin Murphy: Student Trustee, campus leader

Student Trustee Colin Murphy received the Michael Dukakis Public Service Internship Award.

Jacqulyn Sardina: Plans for a career in higher education

Jacqulyn Sardina plans to attend Bowling Green State University in Ohio to earn a Master's degree specializing in College Student Personnel.

Samantha Melchiono: Study of human behavior

Samantha Melchiono completed a research project that examined the impact of therapy dogs on children with autism.

Tricia Breton: Transformative power of education

Tricia Breton returned to UMass Dartmouth after a fifteen-year hiatus.

Kelsey Craveiro '12: Recipient of Kingston-Mann Student Achievement Award

Kelsey Craveiro received a prestigious award for her Crime and Justice Studies seminar research paper.

Lucas Mann: a passion for writing and baseball

Prof. Lucas Mann's first book, Class A: Baseball in the Middle of Everywhere, was published last year.

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance facility represents a major step forward in research

UMass Dartmouth's 400 MHz Nuclear Magnetic Resonance spectrometer aids research by students and faculty.

DJ Shayna Michaud shares her music with the world

First-year Shayna Michaud is in her fourth year of working as a DJ at WUMD 89.3FM.

Jonathan Najarian: Working at his dream job

After participating in Charlton's International Summer University program, Jonathan Najarian has his dream job: working for Volkswagen.

Mechanical engineering alum builds Beacon of Freedom

UMassD alumnus John Berg '85 and his Franklin, MA company Carpe Diem Technologies, Inc. built the "Beacon of Freedom" atop New York City's new One World Trade Center.