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UMass Dartmouth to deploy $8M in state funding to support Blue Economy Initiatives

Funding to enhance the university’s role and positive impact on the regional blue economy and the sustainability of vital coastal and ocean resources

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UMass Dartmouth and Southcoast Health Launch Innovative Partnership to Advance Nurse and Allied Health Professional Education

Strengthened nursing education pipeline allows Southcoast Health nurses to earn Bachelor’s degrees from the College of Nursing and Health Sciences

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New Bedford teens explore marine science at UMassD

SMAST summer internship program immerses high school students in marine science research and careers in the blue economy

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UMass Law welcomes largest and most diverse class in school's history

Class of 2027 hails from 25 states, 13 countries, and 94 undergraduate institutions

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Tagus Press publishes Migration, Mill Work, and Portuguese Communities in New England

The publishing arm of the Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture announces the publication of Migration, Mill Work, and Portuguese Communities in New England, edited by Cristiana Bastos, Bela Feldman-Bianco, and Miguel Moniz

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Are you ready for the fall semester at UMassD?

Here’s some important info to help you prepare for another great year on campus

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UMassD Believes essay contest winners announced

The Corsair tradition highlights the narratives of incoming first-year students as they embark on their collegiate journey

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Tagus Press publishes Leaving Pico

The publishing arm of the Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture announces the publication of Leaving Pico by Frank X. Gaspar

Feature Stories

Feature stories
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Maggie McCafferty '24, '25: Leading in the lab and on the field

Bioengineering student and women's field hockey captain Maggie McCafferty found a supportive community of athletes and women in STEM at UMass Dartmouth.

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Ryan Wallace ’06 builds more than a successful career at UMass Dartmouth

Beyond being the CFO at Vineyard Offshore, Wallace is a husband, father, and friend with a profound connection to his alma mater that only keeps getting stronger.
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John Babbitt & family keep parents’ memory alive through scholarship

The Babbitt Family established a scholarship for current students in memory of his mother & father, who served on the Board of Trustees during UMass Dartmouth’s early days as SMTI.
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Shaunna Lai ’05: Nursing with a blend of science and empathy

When her dreams of becoming a nurse felt out of reach, Lai’s education at UMass Dartmouth was supported by scholarships, inspiring her to give back to current students in the same way.
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Silavong Phimmasone ’19: A Jack of all trades champions versatility

Former UMass Dartmouth Student Trustee and 2019 Commencement speaker “embraced the suck” to jumpstart his career and climb up the Citizens Bank food chain.
Jonathan Matsler, JD '24: Ready to Pursue Justice

Practical experiences at UMass Law prepared military veteran for his new role in criminal prosecution

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Melanie Veilleux '24: Graphic designer

Graphic design student builds professional résumé in on-campus experiences
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Colin Soares '24: Aspiring pediatrician

Medical laboratory science major is prepared for work at one of the nation's top children's hospitals before applying to medical school
Marketing major
Jordan Tavares '24: Honors marketing major unexpectedly finds his career in green sector

Internship in offshore wind industry and work in sustainability led to job with Energy New England

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Events

Event Calendar
Sep
11
12:30PM
SMAST Seminar- DEOS/DFO Seminar- Ocean Mesoscale Eddies: Key Drivers of tracer transport & Air-Sea Exchange by Yiming Guo

Department of Estuarine and Ocean Sciences and Department of Fisheries Oceanography Seminar "Ocean Mesoscale Eddies: Key Drivers of tracer transport & Air-Sea Exchange" Yiming Guo, Postdoc Investigator, WHOI SMAST East 101-102 and Zoom Join Zoom Meeting https://umassd.zoom.us/j/97440069270?pwd=L2Z1bDZESTFCKzJYZWduYVhWenYvZz09 Meeting ID: 974 4006 9270 Passcode: 428029 Abstract: Mesoscale eddies, ubiquitous features in the ocean with horizontal scales ranging from tens to hundreds of kilometers, are critical drivers of oceanic variability, significantly influencing the global tracer transport, energy cycle and air-sea interactions. Advances in satellite observations and mesoscale-resolving climate models over the past decades have greatly enhanced our understanding of these dynamic ocean features.

Sep
11
1:30PM
Corsair FAIR 2024

One of the best ways of getting involved on campus starts with checking out the clubs and organizations at UMassD. Come meet and speak with representatives from over 100 different clubs, organizations, and campus departments. So take a break, join the fun and make sure to stop by the SAIL booth to see what they just may be giving away. The rain date for this event is Friday 13th. Same space and time!

Sep
11
2:00PM
Walk-in Study Abroad Advising

Interested in studying abroad? Do you have a quick question about the opportunities that are available or the overall process? Stop by the International Programs Office (IPO)! Students will be seen on a first come, first served basis.

Sep
11
3:00PM
Financial Aid FAFSA Help Labs LARTS 203

Financial Aid Services wants to remind all students to file their FAFSA! Join Financial Aid Services for FAFSA Help Labs in LARTS 203 on Wednesdays and Fridays from 3-4pm for help filing your FAFSA and learning more about financial aid. Contact Mark Yanni myanni@umassd.edu

Sep
11
5:00PM
Career Prep Workshop Featuring ALKU

Learn about the companies that are attending the career fairs and how you can prepare to speak to them with confidence. This will be a 3-part workshop: Pre-event preparation, what to do when you get there, and post-event follow-up. Bring your laptop and activate your Handshake account. ALKU will host this workshop. Pizza will be served!

Sep
11
5:30PM
Women's Soccer v. Roger Williams

NCAA Division III Women's Soccer