Feature Stories
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Newly established scholarship at UMass Law will provide critical support to students seeking to pursue justice
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SGA president and campus leader leaves his mark on UMassD while pursuing a comprehensive justice system education
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Physics and math double major Matthew Stearns ’25 is on a mission to demystify quantum science and help fellow students tackle intimidating subjects with confidence.
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Nursing student flourishes through College Now program, learning valuable skills while pursuing her passion for global healthcare.
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Mechanical engineering major and first-generation college student Alexis Medeiros discovered a love for research and a community of women in STEM at UMassD.
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With donor generosity empowering her every step forward, Dominique breaks down barriers to build the future she’s always envisioned at UMass Dartmouth.
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Crime and justice studies and philosophy dual major begins her path towards becoming a defense attorney through internships and on-campus advocacy
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Scholarships are the key that unlocked Neves' potential, empowering him to pursue his passion for robotics and pave the way for his future in electrical engineering.
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2023 Founders' Scholarship recipient finds her place at UMassD as she navigates her first year as a health administration student in the Honors College
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How scholarships and determination are helping a first-generation nursing student pursue her dream of becoming a compassionate healthcare leader
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With support from UMass Dartmouth and scholarships, Ssempijja leads research to bolster sustainability efforts in inland fisheries and support local fishing communities.
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Electrical and computer engineering student working toward a future in autonomous underwater vehicles and deep-sea robotics.