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University partners with Southcoast Health to launch nurse camp for local students to explore careers in healthcare

New Bedford sophomores and juniors explored St. Luke’s Hospital’s simulation lab and worked alongside current UMassD nursing students to learn more about healthcare professions

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Being Seen in downtown New Bedford during Pride Month 2025.
CVPA students partner with DATMA for public art project

"Being Seen" covered the front facade of New Bedford City Hall for Pride Month

Claire T. Carney Library Annual Authors' Brunch
The Friends of the Claire T. Carney Library announces Annual Authors' Brunch

The October 26 event will feature authors Lisa Genova, Nancy Rubin Stuart, and Dawn Tripp

nursing students with simulator lab
University partners with Southcoast Health to launch nurse camp for local students to explore careers in healthcare

New Bedford sophomores and juniors explored St. Luke’s Hospital’s simulation lab and worked alongside current UMassD nursing students to learn more about healthcare professions

Emily Philbrook 2025 Rappaport Fellow
Emily Philbrook named Rappaport Fellow

Rising 2L will spend 10 weeks interning for Boston Public Schools

Mark A. Fuller, PH.D. Presdents Council Chair
UMass Dartmouth Begins LEC Leadership Roles in 2025-26

Chancellor Mark Fuller and Athletic Director Lori Hendricks to lead conference Presidents and AD's

Rising 2L Joseph Bukuras (left) and rising 3L Paulina Aguilar Delgado (right).
Two UMass Law students chosen as Gants Scholars

Students earn stipends while completing judicial internships

preLaw Practical Training Badge 2024-2025
UMass Law recognized as a top school for practical training

preLaw Magazine ranks UMass Law #3 in MA, #4 in New England

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Kadijah Young '25 Headshot
Discipline by day, dedication by night: how Kadijah Young ’25 got it done
Kadijah Young ’25 didn’t wait for the perfect moment, she created it.
Cybersecurity student Raquel Bush stands in the UMassD library
Raquel Ana Bush '25, '26: Mind and machine
CyberCorps SFS scholar Raquel Ana Bush prepares for a career in machine learning and cybersecurity.
Headshot of Fatima Alzyoud '22 in front of a gray background
Fatima Alzyoud '22: Advancing women's healthcare equity through PhD research
Nurse science educator PhD alumna reflects on her journey from obstetric nurse in Jordan to UMassD doctoral graduate
Sean Perrine pictured in the Grove
Sean Perrine '25: Measurable impact
Law student gains meaningful experience in inaugural State AG Clinic
Headshot of Lauren Wood
Lauren Wood '27: From associate to bachelor's
Bristol Community College valedictorian transfers to UMassD to complete her bachelor’s degree in communication
Management major Collin Farr pictured outside the Claire T. Carney Library
Collin Farr '25: Finding opportunities
Capstone course helps management major find first full-time job at Fortune 500 company
SMAST PhD student Kamran Walsh holding a fish on a boat
Kamran Walsh PhD '28: Reel research
SMAST PhD student combines real-world experience and statistical modeling to improve recreational fisheries management.
CAS and CNHS alumna that now works as nursing faculty
From cranberry fields to classrooms: Monika Schuler ’89, MS ’12 embraces new career paths
Schuler turned her passion for biology into a nursing educator career, inspiring her to give back to UMass Dartmouth as an Alumni Association member.
Political science and 3+3 law student Sara Donahue standing on the campus quad
Sara Donahue '25, JD '28: Asking "Why not?" and taking the leap
Transfer student in the 3+3 law program finds adventure and support at UMassD

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Events

Jul
23
2:00PM
Excel Charts
A hands-on, in-person Excel charting workshop
Jul
23
6:00PM
Summer Career Bootcamp: Session 3 - Connections That Count: Building Your Network with Purpose
Take the mystery out of networking and build a better professional network.
Jul
29
11:00AM
Introduction to Docusign
A virtual introductory Docusign workshop
Jul
30
6:00PM
Summer Career Bootcamp: Session 4 - Interview Ready: Confidently Telling Your Story
Prepare to shine in your upcoming interviews!
Sep
2
10:45AM
Convocation
Convocation marks the official beginning of the academic year
Sep
2
11:30AM
All-Campus Picnic
Delicious bbq, mingle with friends, giveaways, and live entertainment
Sep
3
6:30PM
Bingo Night
Students will play bingo.
Sep
4
8:00AM
Resume Palooza: Session 1
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
4
12:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 2
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
4
4:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 3
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
6
8:00PM
Casino Night
Students will be able to play casino games.
Sep
8
8:00AM
Resume Palooza: Session 1
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
8
12:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 2
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
8
5:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 4
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
9
12:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 2
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
9
4:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 3
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
9
5:00PM
Flower Crowns and Succulents
Students will make flower crowns and make succulents.
Sep
9
5:00PM
Resume Palooza: Session 4
Join the Career Center for a workshop-style resume program!
Sep
11
1:00PM
Part-Time Job, Internship, and Volunteer Fair
Come meet employers seeking students for part-time positions, internships, and volunteering.
Sep
11
6:30PM
Trivia
Students will play Trivia.
Sep
15
10:00AM
Career Week: Handshake Launch (CCB)
Corsairs celebrate Career Week! Come learn all about Handshake for your career journey.
Sep
15
11:30AM
Study Abroad Fair
Learn about international study opportunities!
Sep
15
1:00PM
Career Week: Resume Ready, Job Search Steady (CCB)
Time to work on your resume and start your job search!
Sep
16
10:00AM
Career Week: Handshake Launch (COE)
Corsairs celebrate Career Week! Come learn all about Handshake for your career journey.
Sep
16
1:00PM
Career Week: Resume Ready, Job Search Steady (COE)
Time to work on your resume and start your job search!
Sep
16
4:00PM
Career Week: How to Work a Career Fair
Learn what you should do before, during, and after a career fair!
Sep
17
10:00AM
Career Week: Resume Ready, Job Search Steady (CAS)
Time to work on your resume and start your job search!
Sep
17
2:00PM
Career Week: Handshake Launch (CAS)
Corsairs celebrate Career Week! Come learn all about Handshake for your career journey.
Sep
18
8:00AM
Career Week: How to Work a Career Fair
Learn what you should do before, during, and after a career fair!
Sep
18
9:00AM
Career Week: Handshake Launch (CVPA)
Corsairs celebrate Career Week! Come learn all about Handshake for your career journey.
Sep
18
11:30AM
Employer Pop-Up: Meditech
Meditech is Hiring!! Come meet the recruiter to learn more.
Sep
18
12:30PM
Career Navigator Series: Session 1 - Preparing for Internships
Join us for an interactive workshop that guides you through the U.S. internship process
Sep
18
4:00PM
Career Week: Resume Ready, Job Search Steady (CVPA)
Time to work on your resume and start your job search!
Sep
18
5:00PM
Grata Retro
Grata Retro seeks exhibitors and vendors
Sep
19
2:00PM
Career Week: Handshake Launch (CNHS)
Corsairs celebrate Career Week! Come learn all about Handshake for your career journey.
Sep
19
4:00PM
Career Week: Resume Ready, Job Search Steady (Make Up Session)
Time to work on your resume and start your job search!
Sep
19
5:00PM
Career Week: How to Work a Career Fair
Learn what you should do before, during, and after a career fair!
Sep
22
2:00PM
Career Week: Handshake Launch (Make Up Session)
Corsairs celebrate Career Week! Come learn all about Handshake for your career journey.
Sep
23
4:00PM
VIP Pre-Career Fair Networking Event
Meet a select group of career fair employers before the actual event. Invite only!
Sep
24
1:00PM
Business, Engineering & Technology Career Fair (Day 1)
Meet employers hiring for jobs and internships in business, engineering, and technology fields.
Sep
25
1:00PM
Business, Engineering & Technology Career Fair (Day 2)
Meet employers hiring for jobs and internships in the business, engineering, and technology fields.
Oct
2
12:30PM
Career Navigator Series: Session 2 - Creating a Competitive Resume
Come learn how to craft professional resumes tailored for U.S. job and internship markets.
Oct
9
12:30PM
Career Navigator Series: Session 3 - Building Your Brand
Understand the value of networking in building your brand and advancing your career.
Oct
22
9:00AM
Mock Interview Day
Practice your interview skills with an industry professional in a 15-minute mock interview.
Oct
23
12:30PM
Career Navigator Series: Session 4 - Applying for and Securing Internships
Get insight into the internship application journey and the tools available to you in this process.
Nov
4
4:00PM
2nd Annual Art Nexus: College of Visual and Performing Arts Alumni Panel and Networking Evening
Come hear from alumni about their insights and experiences navigating the art industry.
Nov
6
12:30PM
Career Navigator Series: Session 5 - Leadership Development, Relationship Management, and Emotional Intelligence
Explore the core competencies that define effective leadership.
Nov
13
1:00PM
Beyond the Bachelors: Exploring Graduate Schools Fair
Connect with graduate school recruiters to learn about graduate programs at other institutions.
Dec
3
10:30AM
28th Quarters for Christmas
28th Quarters for Christmas fundraiser
Launch UMassD events calendar