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

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.

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.

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.