News 2020

Tuesday, April 6 at 11:00 a.m.

Among nearly 200 U.S. law schools, UMass Law ranks 15th for the percentage of women among its tenured faculty

Even during a difficult year, students, faculty, and staff accomplished amazing things

Lillian is one of sixteen artists whose work will be shown at the Brookline Arts Center in November 

Associate Professor of Biology worked with the Boston Lyric Opera to hold a pandemic performance

Acting Chancellor Preble provides updates on UMassD's 2020 accreditation results

Graduates strongly exceed minimum ABA requirement that is considered one of the best measures of the quality of a law school's legal education

UMass Dartmouth administration announces intention to sponsor intercollegiate competition in most sports during the Spring 2021 semester

SMAST scientists are among 13 organizations and institutions that have assembled to form the New England White Shark Research Consortium, which will enhance coordinated regional efforts to study white sharks.

Dean John Quinn pens an opinion piece on how to gain back confidence in the electoral process through electoral law.

U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel A. Alito quoted UMass Law Professor Dwight Duncan in an address at the Federalist Society’s 2020 National Lawyer Convention.

Joint programs to create advanced STEM learning and research experience for students

Professor Honggang Wang recognized for important contributions to low power wireless for IoT and multimedia applications

On December 2, UMassD faculty invite members of the public to explore the universe with famed Theoretical Physicist

College Consensus found the UMassD MBA increased business professional’s future career opportunities

Professor Hillary Farber was awarded named Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year by the Florence Project.

Professor Dustin Marlan presented at Harvard Law’s webinar on legalization of psychedelics.

Professor John Rice was quoted by the Boston Globe on the slim chances of legal success for President Trump’s battle in the 2020 presidential election.

Assistant Professor Hangjian Ling to study hydrodynamic interactions in boat propulsion

Professor Mark Altabet joins prestigious group of individuals who have made exceptional contributions in the Earth sciences

On and Off the Grid featured industry insiders, policymakers, and academic researchers sharing their developments in ocean energy

UMassD recently connected with alum Erin Dziedzic to discuss her burgeoning career as well as the twists and turns she encountered when initially navigating her way through the world of arts.

Professor Sigal Gottlieb and Professor Gaurav Khanna awarded opportunity to Oak Ridge National Lab's Summit supercomputer

Danforth Art Museum Solo Exhibition

Acting Chancellor Mark Preble shares his thanks and appreciation for service members of the UMassD community

Professor Sigal Gottlieb recognized for promoting the success of women in mathematical and computational sciences

Researchers from across the globe publish resource that expands known diversity of bacteria and archaea by 44%

Information for students, faculty, and staff for the end of the fall 2020 semester

The college has hired 16 new faculty members since 2018 to help address the need to build programs in cybersecurity, expand the region’s blue economy, and transform engineering education.

Chancellor Preble remarks on the latest updates to Massachusetts' COVID-19 health and safety guidelines

Professor Clifford’s article Massachusetts Has a Problem—The Unconstitutionality of the Tax Deed was cited by the Michigan Supreme Court in Rafaeli, LLC v Oakland Cnty.

Diane, the newest member of the Dean of Engineering Advisory Board, talks about working with the Dean of the College of Engineering and the Women in Defense—Greater Boston Chapter to launch a scholarship for Women in Engineering at UMassD.

Professor John Rice joined two panels of law professors at the Southeastern Association of Law Schools 2020 Annual Meeting to discuss issues relating to employment discrimination and the impact of technology on the workplace. Professor. Rice commented on the impact of the Supreme Court’s opinion Bostock v. Clayton County, Ga. and the likely emergence of remote working as a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Groundbreaking research conducted by Dr. Kevin Stokesbury of SMAST appears as this month's cover story in the Ecological Society of America's "Frontiers in Ecology and the Environment" journal.

The award is part of the Princeton Review’s latest rankings based on institutional sustainability efforts

Acting Chancellor Preble offers guidance on civility and safety before the election

Baker-Polito Administration highlights Massachusetts college students and mentors for helping address diversity and equity in industry workforce

Listening to the cosmos unveils interesting results

Want to know more about the upcoming election and what the results mean? UMassD Votes has you covered!

The latest award is the second in a series of grants from the Office of Naval Research to promote research between university faculty and regional partners

UMass Dartmouth kicks off a week of virtual events

Acting Chancellor Preble offers updated guidance on the spring 2021 semester

Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 11:00 a.m.

The University hailed for its cybersecurity teaching and research by federal agencies

Chancellor Preble offers some updates on the rise of COVID-19 cases across the country

Program will prepare nurses for board certification as psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners

Dr. Billings-Ladson, author and affiliate faculty member at the University of Wisconsin, will discuss "Educating for Diversity in the Midst of Pandemics."

The University is a member of the first-ever group of higher education institutions to join the sustainability commitment

Named to publication’s Employment Honor Roll for Class of 2019 employment rate that exceeds projections by 6%

A message from David Gomes, Chief Diversity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, on Breonna Taylor

Chancellor Preble provides an update on recent COVID-19 related news

Associate Professor of Mathematics Dr. Heryudono & Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Raessi will collaborate on a project to develop fast and accurate methods to numerically simulate the deposition of eye drops on biomimetic 3D models of human eye.

Professor Pia Moisander and her student, Abhishek Naik, who is supported by MUST, will have their work on biofouling published

The student-led program will support youth language, literacy, and social-emotional development

Acting Chancellor Preble encourages students to register to vote in time for the 2020 presidential election

On September 18, 2020, Michael St. Pierre presented his Master of Science thesis defense and passed

Wednesday, Sept. 30 at 11:00 a.m.

A message from the deans of the nine Massachusetts law schools on the lasting contributions of Chief Justice Ralph Gants

University sees continued excellence in prestigious rankings

Dr. Khanna’s research sheds light on many different aspects of black hole physics.

ACCOMPLISH grant will provide financial support and mentoring for low-income students over five years while emphasizing authentic computer-aided problem solving in core STEM courses

Going forward, positive results will not be reported via email, but rather through the testing dashboard.

UMass Dartmouth pitcher Nate Tellier ('20) signed a three-year free agent contract with the Red Sox

A message to start off the fall 2020 semester

Strategies and tips from Brittany Raposa '12, JD '15

Senator Mark Montigny and others discuss the region’s efforts to strengthen food system

Due occupancy limits and the need to keep campus de-densified, UMass Dartmouth has updated protocols for gatherings

A Message commemorating the anniversary of the August 28, 1963 speech

Researchers at the School for Marine Science & Technology document their journey at sea in the National Geographic’s “A Gathering Storm” series, which airs this Saturday, August 29.

Dr. Ramprasad Balasubramanian chosen as UMass designee to important energy group

Introducing our testing website and dashboard

Tuesday, September 15 at 11:00 a.m.

Watch our recent Corsair Chat with NASA astronaut Scott Tingle '87

Thursday, September 3, 11:00 a.m.

Dr. Chalivendra has been elected fellow of the American Society of Mechanical Engineering for his expertise, significant achievements, and distinctive contributions spanning more than a decade.

The highly competitive grant helps provide support services to students pursuing business and STEM studies.

Overall enrollment nearly doubled over past four years with academic stature soaring while maintaining the smallest typical first-year doctrinal course size among MA law schools

Professor Maolin Guo (Chemistry & Biochemistry) received a $150,000 grant from the Orphan Disease Center and Loulou Foundation to study CDKL5 disorder

Professor Cheng Wang will administer $150,000 of the grant to study highly efficient, structure-preserving numerical schemes for nonlinear gradient equations with singular energy potentials

Two in-person undergraduate nursing classes and one MLS class will switch to remote delivery while clinical experiences remain at health care agencies

Awards honor students’ academic achievement and community engagement

Wednesday, August 26, 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, August 25

David Gomes named as Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator

October Commencement ceremonies postponed for the Class of 2020 until 2021.

National initiative seeks 100 percent voter participation by college students in 2020 elections

All lecture-style instruction will be held in a fully remote modality while labs, studios, clinicals, and other instruction that require on-campus facilities will be face-to-face. In addition, only students that are required to travel the greatest distance to participate in required on-campus instruction, as well as students who, due to personal circumstances, rely upon on-campus services will be allowed to live in residence halls.

Tuesday, August 18 at 2:00 p.m.

Engineering and business student team wins 2nd Place overall & "Best Poster" award at inaugural Marine Energy Collegiate Competition

Tuesday, August 18 at 12:00 p.m.

The Baker Administration removed Rhode Island from the list of low-risk states which has many implications for people across campus

Acting Chancellor Mark Preble provides an introductory message to the UMassD community

Information for new and returning students regarding academics, student life, and campus health and safety

Vice Chancellor Mark Preble to serve as acting chancellor and Professor Michael Goodman as acting provost.

Updates on necessary criteria for coming to campus

Unified effort required to stay safe while following CDC guidelines and government recommendations

In-person instruction and health agency-based clinicals will be held this fall

Michael Coute garners a $14,536 research grant from the Northeast SARE for his project focusing on the tautog species and sustainable seafood efforts.

UMass Dartmouth has developed a robust asymptomatic surveillance testing program for the fall semester

The prestigious grants have been awarded to Shabnam Jannesari (MFA ’21) and Taylor Maroney (MFA '20) for their studio-based research.

The Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference and Little East Conference cancel fall sports

Decision comes after recent Little East Conference announcement

Robert E. Johnson reflects on his tenure as Chancellor of UMassD

Action is part of FY21 balanced budget plan that includes difficult decisions but preserves financial stability at a time of unprecedented challenges

Professor Jeremiah Ho recently received the Manning Prize for Teaching Excellence from UMass President Marty Meehan.

Professor Jeremiah Ho’s recent two commentaries on the Human Rights at Home Blog regarding recent Supreme Court decision garnered separate mentions on SCOTUSBlog.

Professor Anna Tabor, who joins UMass Law this fall in an honorary faculty appointment, recently published her article Unclaimed Defined Benefit Pensions Can Help COVID-19 Economic Recovery in the Journal of Aging & Social Policy. In her article, she observed that people retiring during the current public health crisis may find it particularly difficult to access their defined benefit pensions and recommends specific actions that police makers at the Congress and Department of Labor ought to take to ensure easier access to pensions, which could enhance economic recovery after COVID-19.

The UMass Dartmouth Alumni Association Board recently welcomed new members to its Board of Directors and announced its executive officers for the 2020-2021 fiscal year.

Professor Julie Baker presented at William and Mary’s national conference on building and maintaining online student engagement.

Dr. Yuan, assistant professor of Computer & Information Science, will lead a three-year project aimed at building awareness and competence to respond to a dynamic and rapidly developing array of cyber threats.

Professor Duncan was quoted by the Supreme Court and helped win two for two cases this term involving religious freedom. He participated in both cases as an amicus curiae, or friend of the court.

Professor John Rice commented on the Supreme Court’s decision in Bostock v. Clayton County, Georgia, in which the Court construed the statutory prohibition against workplace “discrimination on the basis of . . . sex” to protect against workplace discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. Rice noted that the Court’s decision has been widely hailed as a victory for civil rights and equality and welcomed the ruling with “cautious optimism.”

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

Chancellor Robert E. Johnson and UMass Dartmouth stand with our international scholars

In-person and online instruction to begin on August 20

Award part of Baker-Polito Administration grants to support clean energy at Massachusetts universities

UMass President Marty Meehan shares his thoughts on the latest regulations regarding remote learning and international students

The University to offer a combination of face-to-face and remote classes with living on campus

Chancellor Johnson announces a return to campus for students for the fall 2020 semester

Top tech and engineering firms join as sponsors in career development effort

UMass Law professor Dwight Duncan was quoted on the SCOTUS case Espinoza v. Montana Department of Revenue.

August 6-9, Supporting Access to Excellence

Dr. Arghavan Louhghalam is the recipient of the 2020 College of Engineering Faculty Award for Excellence in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

Over the past five years, UMass Law ranks second in Massachusetts and New England for the percentage of public service lawyers

Frequently Asked Questions on the recent Athletics decision

UMass Dartmouth Chancellor Robert E. Johnson announced today the decision to discontinue eight intercollegiate athletic programs, effective immediately.

Chancellor Johnson provides an important update on changes within the Department of Athletics & Recreation

John A. Williams begins his tenure as Dean of the Charlton College of Business on July 1

Decision effective July 1, 2020

UMass Law Professor Margaret Drew was re-appointed Chair of the ABA HIV Impact Project and Special Advisor to the ABA Commission on Domestic and Sexual Violence.

Chef Helder Costa prepares beef lo mein from the kitchen at UMassD Dining

Award recognizes exemplary teaching and service on each UMass campus

View the webinar recording

Chancellor Johnson provides updates on the fall 2020 reopening planning process

UMass Law 2019 graduates succeed in employment, outperforming graduates from area private schools

Fiscal Year 2019 UMass Dartmouth research expenditures grew by more than 5% over the prior year

Associate Professor Hua Fang (Computer & Information Science) and Associate Professor Honggang Wang (Electrical & Computer Engineering) to use innovative tool to analyze studies on diets and health implications

Anne-Marie Bedard and Fernanda Botelho are the recipients of the 2020 College of Engineering award for exemplary service to students, faculty, and staff.

Thursday, June 25

After a successful three-year tenure, Robert E. Johnson to leave UMass Dartmouth

June 23 at 11:00 a.m.

Data shows region more reliant on essential workers – disproportionately low wage and female – than rest of state

After a successful three-year tenure, Chancellor Johnson to leave UMass Dartmouth in September

Dr. Paula Celeste Gomes Noversa to lead the Center as it expands its international leadership in Portuguese education

Doctoral STEM Education student Akira Harper joins an elite group of education researchers

Chief Emil Fioravanti on the need for police to build trust within their communities

The Baker-Polito Administration, in partnership with the State of Rhode Island and the BOEM, announced UMass Dartmouth as one of four institutions selected as part of a Southern New England pilot regional fisheries studies project worth $1.1 million.

Chef Kevin prepares omelettes, a Marketplace favorite

UMass System President Marty Meehan shares his thoughts on George Floyd and why action is needed

College of Engineering and College of Visual & Performing Arts students will participate in the 2020 MassDigi Summer Innovation Program, a 12-week internship focused on game development.

Chancellor Robert E. Johnson shares his life experiences as an African American and the need for inclusivity and equality

View the recording from the June 2 webinar

The 3+2 BA/MS in mathematics and data science will allow students to fast-track their education in an in-demand field

UMass Dartmouth Online Exhibition

Chancellor Johnson reflects on the need for inclusivity

The study examines school choice options across the nation and how Massachusetts compares

The 98-bed facility was constructed to guard the region against a spring surge

Varelas, managing partner at Keystone Partners, will deliver webinar on June 2

The Charlton College of Business MBA’s offer flexible scheduling and innovative concentrations

The book integrates graphic design, printed ink, machine learning, and computer vision to create a book that is a hybrid of being digital-material.

Nearly 50,000 in-state undergraduate students impacted

Non-credit online summer art courses in ceramics, printmaking, and textiles, June 2 - August 6, 2020

National Science Foundation awards UMassD professors Honggang Wang and Hua Fang $153K for their project, which uses artificial intelligence and wireless communication to help ensure optimal performance of autonomous vehicles.

Chef Kevin of UMassD Dining Services teaches you how to make a simple salad dressing

Presented by College of Nursing & Health Sciences faculty

Stars in the classroom, on the field, and in the medical community

Celebrating the Class of 2020 on campus planned for October

Dr. Yong Kim, professor of bioengineering, is the developer of materials used in COVID-19 test kits.

Associate Professor Erin Bromage has been featured on CNN, MSNBC, and the New York Times for his work on the practical spread of COVID-19

The University will take the summer to plan for fall 2020 re-opening.

CNHS is proactively preparing for either on-campus or online delivery of classes while maintaining quality instruction, faculty research, and supporting operations to prepare students for a successful career.

More than 1,900 Undergraduate, Graduate, and Law students honored for their hard work

Online exhibition showcases the work of 95 BFA and BS seniors

Nur Rifat developed a new model to discover gravitational wave discoveries

Dr. Shakhnoza Kayumova and “STEAM Your Way 2 College” program in the spotlight

Bhen Alan (BFA'19, Painting Concentration) to join RISD's highly-selective MFA Program in Painting in Fall '20

Guidance regarding Governor Baker’s Executive Order of a face-covering mandate that will go into effect on Wednesday, May 6, 2020.

Master’s degree program in Healthcare Management offered at the Charlton College of Business ranks high on the 2020 best online colleges list for affordability and return on investment (ROI).

The Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation has named Dr. N. David Bethoney, Research Assistant Professor at the School for Marine Science & Technology, as executive director.

Working remotely encouraged until June 30, 2020

Presented by Professor Mike Goodman of the Public Policy Center

UMass Law Professor Dwight Duncan was interviewed by Court TV on the Little Sisters of the Poor case at the Supreme Court discussing religious freedom in healthcare.

Effort to protect the health of the SouthCoast brings the region together

The law school ranked 3rd in Massachusetts and tied with Yale University for a 5th -place ranking in New England, according to preLaw magazine

82.6 percent pass rate demonstrates success just three years after Commonwealth’s only public law school achieved full ABA accreditation

Overall enrollment now 279, up 50 percent since 2016 as LSAT scores and GPAs also increase

The program, which bridges social science and the humanities and offers a broad-based study of the criminal justice system, ranks #5 on GradReports’ 2020 Best Colleges list of 25 Best Colleges for Criminology.

The Carbin app, created by Dr. Arghavan Louhghalam and team, is designed to reduce carbon pollution, conserve fuel, and minimize the environmental impact of driving.

University announces the hosting of a surge hospital in partnership with Southcoast Health

Program offered at UMass Dartmouth’s Charlton College of Business ranks high on the 2020 "Best Online Colleges" list for return on investment (ROI).

Show your Corsair pride at your next Zoom meeting

Navigating our new world online learning and working

The MFA Thesis Exhibition originally scheduled through May 10th is available to view online and will now remain in the University Art Gallery through September 10th, 2020

Community Notification – Positive Case of COVID-19

"Distance does not diminish the fact that we are a united community of learners that strive to make a difference in the world" - Chancellor Johnson

UMass Law Librarian Emma Wood published an article on public libraries as a community symbol and unrestricted space.

Provost Karim provides updates on grading policies

Enter your pet in this bracket-style contest

The program, which bridges social sciences and the humanities, is among the top 25 on GradReports’ 2020 list of Best Colleges for Criminology.

Chancellor provides updates on the financial implications caused by COVID-19

Printable activity pages

Join the online group to discuss a new book each month

Latest coronavirus preperation updates from UMassD

A video update from Chancellor Johnson

Please review the latest updates from Chancellor Johnson.

Please review the latest updates from Chancellor Johnson.

Latest updates regarding UMass Dartmouth's proactive response to coronavirus

Chancellor Johnson shares updates on the latest coronavirus planning and procedures

The UMass Dartmouth Observatory opens to the public on a monthly basis during the University's Fall and Spring semesters.

Chancellor Johnson shares updates on the latest coronavirus planning and procedures

Submit your application by March 23

Chancellor Johnson shares updates on the latest coronavirus planning and procedures

A new minor in Global Health open to all majors and an online MLS degree completion program were introduced this semester

UMass Law Professor Ralph Clifford submitted a brief with a team of UMass Dartmouth and UMass Lowell researchers to the Supreme Court for the case Google v. Oracle.

University faculty and staff provide science-backed facts on the coronavirus

Chancellor Johnson provides updates and guidance on the global coronavirus situation.

Professor Hillary Farber presented at Yale Law School’s annual Rebellious Lawyering conference on border enforcement at the US-Mexico border.

PhD student Alan Austin is shedding light on the importance of water quality to help stakeholders better manage the ecological health of estuaries in parts of New England and Brazil.

Professor Rice presented at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth’s New Approaches in Teaching and Learning Conference in January 2020. As part of a panel on “Teaching Controversial Topics,” Rice explored the challenges of teaching social justice, advocacy, and the rule of law.

Students presented their projects on international issues

Events focus on engaging students and the community in conversations about the African American experience

Summit on March 3 will feature speakers from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard University with a viewing of the documentary film, No Small Matter

March 18th event is postponed until further notice

UMass Dartmouth Campus Gallery, February 20 - April 1, 2020

The university welcomes community input on the quality of the institution

The 10-time NBA All Star will celebrate UMassD student scholarship success

The Leduc Center for Civic Engagement event will focus on building and celebrating community

Engineers Without Borders club had students build bridges and put them to the test

The student-made sculptures represent important causes to urge students to vote

The largest grant in university history will fund innovative projects between university faculty and regional partners

The overall quality of the applications demonstrated the high level of undergraduate research conducted at UMass Dartmouth

The university-based SouthCoast Development Partnership will use funds to a create regional marine science and technology alliance

Nursing graduates of the College of Nursing & Health Sciences continue to score above the national average on the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX)

Apply by March 1

Computer Science and Electrical & Computer Engineering students benefit from Lance Fiondella’s array of research awards

Rebecca Hutchinson has two new acquisitions in two collections starting off 2020. Her wall piece Tri-Form Purple will be displayed in the Boston Children's Hospital's New NICU Reception area. She also has two hanging sculptures which will be displayed at The Waldorf Astoria Maldives on Ithaafushi Island.

There is much to celebrate and look forward to in 2020

Recognize an alumnus or community member for their achievements and commitment to UMassD

The UMass Dartmouth-based Archive to release The Final Report: a History of the Portuguese American Citizenship Project and hold discussion with project staff

Awards recognize exceptional participation in Walk to the Hill