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  • UMass Dartmouth to hold 15th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast February 3

    Donovan Livingston, an award-winning educator, spoken word poet, and public speaker will discuss the idea that every child has the right to “lift off” and achieve their dreams.

  • NAACP chapter established at UMass Dartmouth

    Follows 2016 Commencement address by national NAACP Chair Roslyn Brock

  • Memo from Chancellor Helm regarding Flag Policy

    Statement from UMass Dartmouth Interim Chancellor Peyton R. Helm concerning the Black Lives Matter Flag

  • Building on the UMass Law commitment

    Dean Eric Mitnick discusses impact of American Bar Association accreditation.

  • "Quarters for Christmas" Fund Raiser

    The UMass Dartmouth Department of Public Safety is holding its 20th annual Quarters for Christmas fundraiser today until 2 p.m. at the Campus Center.

  • UMass Law
    UMass School of Law Earns Full ABA Accreditation

    Commonwealth’s public law school building momentum to diversify the legal profession and expand access to justice for citizens

  • UMass Dartmouth welcomes Pedro Pires, President Emeritus of Cape Verde

    UMass Dartmouth cordially welcomes the honorable Pedro Pires, President Emeritus of the Republic of Cape Verde, to campus on Tuesday, December 6 for a reception at 3:00 p.m. in the Claire T. Carney Library Robert F. Stoico/FIRSTFED Grand Reading Room.

  • Law school will change your life
    UMass Law students top $4.5 million in service to the community

    “Mission to pursue justice” has delivered more than 87,000 hours of assistance since establishment of the state’s only public law school. Boston, Brockton, Cape Cod, Fall River, Lowell, New Bedford, Quincy, Springfield, Taunton, Worcester among the communities served.

  • Cross-border collaboration bolsters ocean tech opportunities

    UMass Dartmouth’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE) and the Institute for Ocean Research Enterprise (IORE) in Nova Scotia signed a Memorandum of Understanding to deepen commercial and innovation ties.

  • UMass Dartmouth’s Jacob Miller earns Marshall Scholarship

    A first generation college student from Fairhaven, MA, has been awarded the highly distinguished Marshall Scholarship to study in the United Kingdom

  • "What Just Happened? What Now?": A conversation with former Congressman Barney Frank Nov. 18

    Forum will be moderated by UMass Dartmouth Journalism Lecturer Caitlin O'Neil

  • Jeremiah Ho (Law Faculty)
    Law professor and alumnus propose prenatal opioid screenings for expectant mothers

    Article will run in the Summer 2017 issue of the Harvard Journal on Legislation

  • UMass Dartmouth establishes 62 all-gender restrooms across campus

    Initiative uses single-occupancy restrooms to expand access and strengthen commitment to diversity, equality and inclusion

  • Daniel DeOliveira
    Alumni board officers and members announced

    Volunteers will help build national network of Corsairs

  • Dr. Yifei Li - RF Photonics Lab - Electrical and Computer Engineering
    Innovative radio frequency photonics research opens up a high-tech future for the SouthCoast

    Exploring technologies that integrate electronics, photonics, and nanofabrications

  • DPS Advisory Board

    DPS forms Public Safety Advisory Board comprised of community members representing faculty, staff and students.

  • Kiosk thumbnail
    Drug Disposal Kiosk

    Department of Public Safety announces arrival of a new drug disposal kiosk

  • "Rethinking public schools" focus of conference November 18-19

    Dr. Jonathan Kozol, author of Savage Inequalities, will offer remarks

  • World-renowned Tibetan monks to perform “Sacred Music Sacred Dance for World Healing” at UMass Dartmouth Nov. 2

    Mystical Arts of Tibet celebration will also include week-long sand-painting demonstration and exhibit.

  • UMass Dartmouth earns top 20 national ranking for civic engagement for fourth straight year

    University earns national finalist designation for economic opportunity initiatives, and national distinction for general community service, education, and interfaith efforts

  • Charlton College of Business celebrates opening of Learning Pavilion

    $15 million, 22,000 square foot expansion made possible by Charlton Trust, creates technology-enriched teaching and learning spaces

  • Megan Beyer JD '16 UMass Law
    First UMass Law student awarded Rappaport Fellowship

    Megan Beyer JD '16 is the first Rappaport Fellow from UMass Law.

  • Marine science facility reaches construction milestone

    $55 million 76,000 square foot facility in New Bedford, the nation’s #1 fishing port, is being built in partnership with state Division of Marine Fisheries

  • UMass Dartmouth chancellor search launched

    President Meehan: “Aiming high… and intend to attract the very best”

  • Brian Howes
    UMass Dartmouth researchers awarded $525,967 to test the positive “oyster effect” on estuaries and salt ponds endangered by high nitrogen levels

    Initiative focused on Westport River is part of $4.6 million program to protect southeast New England coastal watersheds through innovative “soft solutions”

  • This We Believe 2016

    UMass Dartmouth uses essay contest to engage new students in campus values.

  • UMass Dartmouth announces hiring of 40 new faculty members

    Appointments demonstrate ongoing investment in core mission

  • UMass Dartmouth elevated to National Tier 1 status by US News

    Charlton College of Business achieves Top 150 national ranking, College of Nursing PhD program cited as "Best Value" by ValueColleges

  • Nursing doctoral student earns prestigious Jonas Center scholarship

    Goal of program is to increase number of nursing faculty and undergraduate program capacity

  • Leduc Center for Civic Engagement welcomes AmeriCorps member

    Medora LaPlante began her service at 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance High School Civic Leadership Institute

  • Baker-Polito Administration Awards $862,000 in Seaport Economic Council grants to College of Engineering and Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

    Funding will support the maritime economy by fostering a trained workforce, investing in essential infrastructure, and supporting advanced research and development

  • Underwater vehicle technology firm emerges from technology incubator

    Ocean Server Technology will employ 17 in Fall River after move from Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

  • Lt. Governor to attend underwater vehicle tech firm graduation from UMass Dartmouth incubator September 8

    Ocean Server Technology will employ 17 in Fall River after move from Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

  • Chancellor Helm welcomes and challenges new students

    Calls on Class of 2020 to "encounter each other with open minds, acknowledging that our preconceived notions may be wrong, that others may be right, that we learn more by listening than by shouting."

  • Move-in Day
    UMass Dartmouth prepares for new academic year

    Class of 2020 arrives Sept. 4, new Charlton College building opens, university-wide “This We Believe” dialogue launched

  • UMass Dartmouth celebrates connection with Town of Dartmouth

    Construction of memorial site in recognition of Town’s 350th birthday and University’s 50th birthday underway

  • Tuesdays with Morrie author Mitch Albom to speak at UMass Dartmouth October 6

    “Giving is Living” event inaugurates the Rev. Dr. Robert Lawrence Lecture Series

  • UMass Dartmouth, Republic of Iceland sign marine science, biotech research agreement

    Pact results from 2015 university visit by Iceland delegation and U.S. Ambassador Robert Barber

  • A crate of freshly-picked Early Black fruit
    New study finds cranberry juice compounds that help prevent bacterial infections

    UMass Dartmoutth, WPI scientists partner on research published in international journal

  • Mark Paige
    Professor's new book challenges use of test scores to evaluate teachers

    Public Policy Professor Mark Paige: Linking employment status value-added models based on standardized test scores “is unfair and flawed”

  • SMAST researchers' newly patented strategy would enhance fisheries management

    Onboard 3D camera system aimed at reducing monitoring costs and increasing fish count accuracy

  • James J. Karam Scholarships awarded to six area students

    Six area students will share $28,000 in scholarships from the James J. Karam Scholarship Fund.

  • $1 million gift to support student scholarships

    Harold and Virginia Lash Scholarships will support students in nursing, bioengineering, computer science, management information systems, and English

  • A crate of freshly-picked Early Black fruit
    Cranberry and fisheries research funding included in budget passed by Legislature

    Budget includes $450,000 for School for Marine Science and Technology and $100,000 for Cranberry Health Research Center.

  • Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship building a business bridge from the SouthCoast to India

    Initiative seeks to bring innovative educational, research and product prototyping capabilities to the institutes, universities and commercial enterprises in India while also generating revenue to support the CIE’s regional business incubation efforts.

  • Pamela Karimi
    President Meehan awards 4 faculty members sci-tech and creative economy grants

    Grants include UMass Dartmouth research and outreach related to New Bedford's anti-slavery history, concussion-preventing materials, bio-degradable plastics for medical use, and partnership with Provincetown

  • Chancellor Helm addresses regional business leaders

    Describes economic, cultural and civic impact of UMass Dartmouth

  • UMass Dartmouth Campanile
    UMass Dartmouth bells to ring in memory of Orlando victims

    UMass Dartmouth's to honor victims of Orlando tragedy June 16 with bells, rainbow lighting and flags lowered to half staff.

  • Glider Blue 2
    UMass Dartmouth generates nearly half billion dollar annual economic impact

    Donahue Institute study finds return on state investment is nearly 7 to 1, including 2,255 jobs beyond the campus

  • Matching software with might: Assessing the reliability of military aircraft and weapons systems

    College of Engineering Assistant Professor Lance Fiondella awarded Office of Naval Research Summer Fellowship

  • Mike Goodman 1
    Q&A on the gig economy

    Public Policy Center Executive Director Michael Goodman offers his thoughts on some new economic realities

  • Environmental Policy Professor Chad McGuire to take part in panel on preparing for climate change

    Professor McGuire to speak on coastal resiliency planning June 13

  • Glider Blue 2
    SMAST underwater robot on mission to capture valuable ocean data

    School for Marine Science & Technology Professor Wendell Brown and team have deployed ocean glider “Blue” to capture ocean data in preparation for summer hurricane season

  • MFA 16 2
    Boston art gallery showcases MFA Thesis Exhibition

    Artwork of MFA graduates on display at Bromfield Gallery through June 26

  • Common project
    UMassD students create publication highlighting civic engagement experiences

    Jacob Miller ’16 and James Ferguson ’16 create “The Common Project” to inspire, promote, and sustain community through story telling

  • UMass Dartmouth announces David Klamen as Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts

    Over the past four years, Mr. Klamen has served as Associate Dean in the College of Arts and Sciences at Indiana University Northwest

  • Student's decorated graduation cap that says
    What’s next for the Class of 2016

    Members of the Class of 2016 share their plans for what comes next following their time at UMassD

  • preLaw a national jurist publication
    UMass Law lauded for making theory meet practice for students

    by National Jurist publication preLaw

  • Students in regalia walking down the stairs
    Words of wisdom from the Class of 2016

    Members of the Class of 2016 offer words of wisdom and advice to current and future Corsairs

  • Law Commencement
    UMass Law graduates “blazing the path for the entire profession of law” says SJC Chief Justice

    University celebrates UMass Law Class of 2016

  • A note of thanks from Interim Chancellor Helm

    Faculty and staff from all corners of the university came together this weekend to create Commencement 2016. The festivities conclude Monday with the School of Law ceremony.

  • Graduates Celebrating at CAS Commencement
    Former U.S. poet laureate encourages UMass Dartmouth graduates “to pass it on to another generation of Americans”

    University celebrates arts and sciences students at Saturday ceremony

  • Charlton Commencement
    Interim Chancellor Peyton R. Helm addresses Charlton College of Business Class of 2016

    Urges graduates to "go for it."

  • Student's decorated graduation cap
    NAACP Chair challenges UMass Dartmouth graduates “to raise their voices in the public square”

    University celebrates engineering, visual and performing arts, nursing, and marine science students during afternoon ceremony

  • Graduate Celebrating at Charlton Commencement
    Future business leaders spurred to “Go for it!” at UMass Dartmouth commencement ceremony

    582 students earn degrees from Charlton College of Business; 147 MBAs awarded

  • JMiller
    UMass Dartmouth student, Fairhaven native among ‘29 Who Shine’

    Truman Scholar Jacob Miller ’16 recognized for academic and civic achievements

  • Commencement details
    UMass Dartmouth 2016 Commencement details

    University celebrates first graduating class as Doctoral Research University

  • UMass Dartmouth Police Department is awarded “Re-Accreditation” status

    Accreditation is the highest award a Massachusetts police department can earn by the Commission

  • UMassD junior prepares for cross country bike trip this summer in support of Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults

    John Ferguson ’17 prepares for 70 day, 4,000 mile journey of a lifetime from Baltimore to Portland, Oregon through 4K for Cancer program

  • SAIL Banquet
    Student Leadership Banquet recognizes students, faculty and staff commitment to leadership, scholarship, and excellence

    Dozens recognized for commitment to UMassD at annual leadership banquet

  • Student speakers 2016
    UMass Dartmouth announces 2016 student commencement speakers

    Nearly 2,000 members of the Class of 2016 will receive undergraduate and graduate diplomas over the course of four Commencement ceremonies

  • Peters
    Professor Morgan James Peters (aka, Mwalim) receives civic leadership award at annual Civic Engagement Summit

    UMass Dartmouth shines spotlight on faculty commitment to civic engagement

  • Michelle Roberts
    Bristol County Savings Bank’s Michele L. Roberts receives civic leadership award at Civic Engagement Summit

    UMass Dartmouth shines spotlight on community commitment to civic engagement

  • Commence crowd shot
    UMassD announces 2016 Commencement honorees

    Nearly 2,000 to receive diplomas

  • Irene S
    Q&A on Tom Brady’s ‘Deflategate’ suspension

    UMass Law Professor Irene Scharf offers her reaction to the 2-1 decision and what legal options are left for the three-time Super Bowl MVP

  • startup 16
    Close to 60 students participating in UMass Dartmouth Startup Weekend

    Upwards of 40 teams coming together to compete in 54-hour, weekend-long startup competition

  • A headshot of Claudia Rankine
    UMass Dartmouth welcomes renowned poet Claudia Rankine April 25

    Highly acclaimed poet to read from award winning works as part of University’s celebration of National Poetry Month

  • Interim Chancellor Peyton R. Helm: The University and the Community

    In his op-ed for The Standard-Times, Dr. Helm highlights the many ways in which UMass Dartmouth is "deeply, firmly rooted in the SouthCoast."

  • SigmaXit
    Spring is research season at UMass Dartmouth

    Sigma Xi Exhibit beginning today part of a series of events and program showcasing intellectual prowess and research at the undergraduate and graduate level

  • Relay2
    UMass Dartmouth students organize Relay For Life event for April 23

    Hundreds of students, families, and community members to participate in event raising funds toward American Cancer Society

  • Amit Tandon
    UMass Dartmouth researcher to discuss work in unlocking the mysteries of monsoons

    Professor Amit Tandon to discuss U.S.-India collaboration to study the conditions that create monsoons April 19

  • Sigma Xi
    Research of UMass Dartmouth undergraduate and graduate students on display at Sigma Xi Research Exhibit April 20-21

    Close to 100 poster exhibitions will be on display demonstrating intellectual prowess and research of UMass Dartmouth undergraduate and graduate students

  • Ausubel with Leduc
    UMass Dartmouth student recognized for lifting lives out of poverty in his native Dominican Republic

    Ausubel Pichardo '16 among honorees at Reverend Dr. Robert Lawrence Civic Engagement Summit

  • Startup Weekend logo
    Student innovators and entrepreneurs invited to make their mark in three-day startup competition

    University’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship to host Startup Weekend April 22-24

  • Chancellor Helm
    Chancellor Helm: Getting Real about Sexual Assault on Campus

    The following is an opinion piece, published in the April 14-21, 2016 issue of 'The Torch', written by Interim Chancellor Peyton R. Helm on the issue of sexual assaults on college campuses.

  • Law school outside
    UMass professors to gather for interdisciplinary discussion on hot button legal issues

    Privacy, racial profiling, Supreme Court, immigration, and more to be discussed at UMass Club in Boston

  • Renee Laurencelle
    Alumna to run in Boston Marathon for Krystle Campbell Scholarship Fund

    Renee Laurencelle ’15, of Tyngsboro, MA to run for third year in a row as a member of the Run For Krystle team

  • Barney Frank Poster
    UMassD welcomes back former congressman Barney Frank for documentary screening

    University community invited to screening of ‘Compared to What?’ followed by Q&A with the former congressman

  • UMass Dartmouth organizes community service projects to celebrate National Volunteer Week

    70-plus students to volunteer during week dedicated to those who give back

  • Hillary B. Farber
    School of Law professor to discuss commercial, recreational, and privacy challenges of drones

    Professor Hillary Farber to offer insight on recent cases and controversies involving drones

  • Dr. Jane Goodall photo
    Relive Dr. Jane Goodall's visit to UMassD

    Dr. Jane Goodall's visit to campus spreads message of inspiration and hope

  • Jane Goodall
    Green Fair to showcase various sustainability and eco-friendly projects from throughout the region

    Dr. Jane Goodall will tour fair prior to 7 p.m. lecture

  • Jane Goodall
    Students pen essays on how to make the world a better place

    Winners announced for essay contest held in conjunction with Dr. Jane Goodall’s visit to UMass Dartmouth

  • UMassD Roots&Shoots
    UMass Dartmouth students form Roots & Shoots chapter in lead up to Dr. Jane Goodall visit

    Students form local chapter of youth-led community action and learning program of the Jane Goodall Institute

  • Jane Goodall
    Schedule of Dr. Jane Goodall’s April 7 visit to UMass Dartmouth

    Details regarding Green Fair, Essay Contest, Eco-Float parade, and public lecture

  • National Poetry Month
    UMass Dartmouth to celebrate national poetry month

    Series of poetry readings are planned on campus during the national literary celebration

  • Sexual Assault Awareness Month Teal Ribbon
    Center for Women, Gender, & Sexuality organizes events in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month

    Series of events planned to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to educate communities on how to prevent it

  • OSS Roots
    Endeavor Scholar helps establish Roots & Shoots chapter at Our Sisters’ School ahead of Dr. Jane Goodall visit

    Local chapter encourages students to ‘think globally and act locally’

  • Electric motorcycle
    Engineering student attempting to commercialize electric motorcycle design

    Dustin Roderigues ’17, of Westport, MA utilizing resources at University’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship to help launch open source electric vehicle company

  • Participate in a student housing survey

    Participate in survery for opportunity to win Apple iPad mini, Apple TV console, and tickets to the Red Sox

  • Toothbrush with toothbrush being squeezed onto bristles
    Students to promote dental hygiene through Smile Drive initiative

    Pre-Dental Society plans several oral health presentations for local youth this month

  • Drone
    Faculty to discuss legal issues surrounding drones

    Massachusetts Bar Association organizes panel on the impact of drones on individual rights

  • Arnie votes
    Let your voice be heard: Student Government elections are this April

    Election packets now available for students interested in holding a position as a Student Government Association Senator, Student Trustee, Class Officer, or Student Fee Allocation Committee Member

  • iPhone
    Q&A on Apple vs. FBI

    School of Law Professor Shaun Spencer offers his reaction to the battle being watched by anyone and everyone who owns a smartphone.

  • SRBA
    Student-run business open forums on April 4

    All majors welcome to learn about how to start a student-run business on campus

  • Civic Engagement invite
    Reverend Dr. Robert Lawrence Civic Engagement Summit takes place April 15

    University community and general public invited to join a discussion on race, religion, and service-building bridges that empower and strengthen our communities

  • KristenKcHenry
    Professor Kristen Abatsis to speak on the politics of the pink ribbon

    Women’s and Gender Studies Professor Kristen Abatsis, author of ‘The Green Solution to Breast Cancer: A Promise for Prevention’, to speak on breast cancer activism March 30

  • Jane Goodall
    In lead up to Dr. Jane Goodall April 7 visit, UMassD and SouthCoast launch new sustainability efforts

    Goal to place power to create solutions in hands of young people

  • Kevin Powell
    Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast rescheduled for March 30

    President of BK Nation to offer keynote address at 14th annual MLK Breakfast

  • Interstellar
    UMassD welcomes renowned physicist Dr. Kip Thorne March 29

    Faculty to join Dr. Thorne to discuss the science of ‘Interstellar’

  • Law review speaker
    School of Law students look toward solutions to opioid crisis

    UMass Law Review to host roundtable discussion featuring police chiefs, judges, and doctors April 8

  • Dan Mac
    New technology could be ‘game changer’ in wave energy industry

    UMass Dartmouth researchers awarded $239,898 through Commonwealth’s Seaport Economic Council Program

  • Habitat 1
    UMass Dartmouth Habitat For Humanity chapter put ‘sweat’ into building homes in North Carolina

    19 students from across Massachusetts travel to Durham to help build homes for families in need during Alternative Spring Break

  • Waxler award
    Accepting nominations for Jonathan Blake Waxler Prize for Social Justice

    Applications/Nominations are due Friday, April 1st by 5 p.m.

  • Azores Nursing
    Nursing students and faculty traveling to Azores to research community health issues of deportees

    Now in its second year, ‘Bridging the Atlantic’ project continues research completed in the Azores last year related to men who were deported from the U.S. to the Azores

  • SMAST glider
    Work of marine science researchers across UMass system on display March 25

    UMass Dartmouth hosts 2016 University of Massachusetts Intercampus Marine Science (IMS) Research Symposium

  • SMAST rendering
    Demolition begins at School for Marine Science & Technology expansion site

    Demolition of Naval Reserve Building clears way for construction of new 76,000-square-foot facility for University’s School for Marine Science and Technology

  • Sigma Xi
    Call for Abstracts: 22nd annual Sigma Xi Research Exhibition

    Members of University community are cordially invited to participate in exhibition to learn about the research being performed by their UMassD colleagues and students

  • Charlton expanding
    Charlton College of Business ranks among best for online master’s programs in healthcare administration

    University’s Master of Science in Healthcare Management earns high marks from Master’s Programs Guide; MS in Healthcare Management to be offered online beginning Fall 2016

  • First robotics
    Robots designed by high school students set to ‘defend their castle’ March 19-20

    UMass Dartmouth to once again host FIRST® Robotics Competition at Tripp Athletic Center

  • Randy Helm
    First day message from Chancellor Helm

    Message from Chancellor Randy Helm to the campus community on his first day

  • Kip Thorne
    Faculty to join renowned physicist Kip Thorne to discuss the science of ‘Interstellar’

    Screenings of film and panel discussion on the science behind it planned for March 29

  • SilverPin
    Work of junior design students on display at campus gallery

    70-plus students showcase works in ‘Together: Junior Design Exhibition’

  • Alum In Panel
    College of Engineering welcomes backs alumni for innovation panel

    Alumni returned to campus to join conversation on innovation March 8

  • Star Store
    Art of public safety officers on display at Star Store campus

    Reception for ‘March of the Unwavering’ takes place during AHA! Night March 10

  • Campus misc
    Statement from Acting Chancellor Gerry Kavanaugh regarding Patriots Day filming

    Statement from Acting Chancellor Gerry Kavanaugh

  • UMass Dartmouth hosts 2016 LusoFest March 9-12

    University’s Fitzpatrick Luso-American Endowment and Fall River Public Schools Fine Arts Department invite community to join celebration of Portuguese heritage and culture

  • WHM 2016
    UMass Dartmouth announces Women's History Month events

    University’s Center for Women, Gender & Sexuality (CWGS) organizes series of events to celebrate Women's History Month

  • Temper 2016
    Student literary review now accepting submissions

    ‘Temper Literary Review’ now accepting writing and artwork submissions for 2016 edition

  • Arnie votes
    Super Tuesday voting information for students

    Transportation available to off-campus polling places

  • MA State House
    School of Law alumni putting degrees into action

    Three recent law graduates to return to campus to discuss how they are utilizing their JDs at the Massachusetts State House

  • Lizz Winstead
    UMass Dartmouth welcomes co-creator of ‘The Daily Show’ Lizz Winstead March 1

    Comedian, writer, producer, and blogger to offer keynote remarks at Women’s History Month kick-off event

  • UMass Dartmouth accepting nominations for Community Civic Leadership Award

    Award to recognize community member who has demonstrated sustained commitment to civic engagement

  • Roscoe Jenkins
    Going local wins in party politics according to new book by UMass Dartmouth professors

    ‘Local Party Organizations in the Twenty-First Century’ examines critically important role of local political parties in American politics

  • Nora Ganim Barnes
    Q&A on Facebook reactions

    Charlton College of Business Marketing Professor Dr. Nora Barnes offers her reaction to the social media network going beyond the ‘like’

  • Malakoff work
    CVPA professor’s photography explores ‘second nature’ of domestic spaces

    Assistant Professor of Photography Sarah Malakoff to discuss her recent work at ARNIE Talk March 9

  • Moot room
    UMass Law welcomes two distinguished judges this March

    Superior Court Judge Rafi Yessayan and former U.S. Federal Justice Ted Harrington to speak with law faculty and students this coming month

  • Binary Code
    Online engineering design programs earn Top 50 national ranking

    Online offerings earn high marks in ‘ValueColleges’ ranking of User Experience Design Programs

  • MA State House
    Public Higher Education Advocacy Day March 7

    Two events provide the opportunity to advocate, engage, and share your research and passions with your state leaders.

  • Step Afrika
    Black History 4 Season’s schedule of events February 24-27

    History of Stepping show presented by Step Afrika! takes place February 24

  • Dolphins
    Mathematicians under the sea: Studying echolocation skills of dolphins could unlock advances in sonar technology

    Electrical and Computer Engineering Professor John R. Buck and students collaborate with Saint Mary’s College (Notre Dame) and University of Hawaii researchers to better understand ‘sonar secret’ of bottlenose dolphins

  • Q&A on presidential politics post Iowa and New Hampshire

    Associate Professor of Political Science Doug Roscoe discusses Iowa caucus and New Hampshire primary aftermath.

  • Dr. Jane Goodall with chimp
    UMass Dartmouth welcomes world-renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall April 7

    Engagement of young people in sustainability efforts and establishment of Roots & Shoots chapters among the goals

  • RPS and DD
    Q&A on the legacy of Justice Antonin Scalia

    UMass Law professors Richard Peltz-Steele and Dwight Duncan offer their reaction to the passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia

  • Supreme Court
    Faculty reaction to passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia

    Law and Political Science faculty offer their reaction to the passing of Justice Scalia

  • ReadIn
    Black History 4 Season’s schedule of events February 18-21

    Members of University community invited to share poetry and readings from favorite African-American authors at annual African American Read-In

  • White Coat Nursing Ceremony
    Sophomore nursing students to earn rite of passage at White Coat Ceremony

    White Coat Ceremony underpins idea that compassionate care is the hallmark of clinical practice

  • Merging black holes
    Q&A on the discovery of gravitational waves

    Physics professors Robert Fisher and Gaurav Khanna offer their reaction to this discovery being heralded as opening a new window to our universe.

  • Black Hole rendering
    Supercomputing offers peek inside a rotating black hole

    Researchers at UMass Dartmouth, Georgia Gwinnett College, and University of Maryland develop first-ever computer simulation of the interior of a rotating black hole

  • Cod
    SMAST scientists improving cod counting technology

    Initial tests of new video system show promise in effort to assist policy-makers and regulators in making science-based decisions

  • Snow Road
    College of Engineering researchers working with federal and state transportation agencies on impacts of climate on roadways

    Wireless sensors track seasonal condition of nation’s highways in real time

  • Hojjat
    Q&A on Valentine's Day

    Associate Professor of Psychology Dr. Mahzad Hojjat explores the connection between Cupid's holiday and relationships.

  • Library Associates Brunch
    Claire T. Carney Library Associates announce tenth annual authors brunch

    Event will feature Anita Diamant, Peggy W. Fellouris, Alex Kershaw and Joyce Maynard

  • BH4S
    Black History 4 Season’s schedule of events February 9-13

    This February, Black History Month becomes Black History 4 Seasons at UMass Dartmouth.

  • Weaving With Light again
    ‘Weaving with Light’ exhibition comes home

    College of Visual & Performing Arts SOFA CHICAGO installation paying homage to New Bedford’s textile industry to be showcased at Campus Gallery

  • DRU final1
    National doctoral research status of UMass Dartmouth finalized

    New Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education released today; UMass Dartmouth only south-of-Boston doctoral research university in Massachusetts

  • ANIMALIA 10000
    Black and white photographs of land and sea creatures on display at Star Store beginning February 4

    ‘Animalia’ exhibition to showcase photography of New Bedford native Henry Horenstein

  • Dr. Thomas Ranuga
    Black History 4 Season’s schedule of events February 4-6

    Celebration begins with screening of the PBS documentary followed by public lecture and book signing by Chancellor Professor Emeritus Dr. Thomas Ranuga

  • Black History 4 Seasons Logo
    UMass Dartmouth expands celebration of Black History Month to year-round

    University’s Black History 4 Seasons Council set to plan celebration of Black history throughout the year at UMass Dartmouth

  • Growing green blooming for UMass Dartmouth dining

    Lettuce grown in Freight Farms container beginning to be served this week; Farm-to-table initiative part of series of new and revamped dining offerings

  • 150+ artworks from Massachusetts high school students on display at UMass Dartmouth Campus Gallery

    34 schools participating in College of Visual & Performing Arts Emerging Young Artists 2016 Invitational Exhibition

  • Randy Helm
    Greetings from the interim Chancellor

    Interim Chancellor Helm introduces himself to UMass Dartmouth community

  • President Meehan: Introducing UMass Dartmouth's Interim Chancellor

    Message from President Meehan on appointment of Dr. Peyton R. Helm

  • Randy Helm
    Former Muhlenberg College president appointed interim chancellor of UMass Dartmouth

    Will bring presidential leadership experience and record of achievement on fundraising, enrollment and campus facilities to interim post

  • Center for Policy Analysis offers lecture series

    "Globalization: The Process and Its Domestic Impact," is the theme of an upcoming lecture series sponsored by the Center for Policy Analysis at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.

  • Alan Hirshfeld
    Q&A on “Planet Nine”

    Physics Professor Alan Hirshfeld offers his reaction Planet Nine, which has a mass about 10 times that of Earth.

  • James Karam
    Karam contributes additional $50,000 to UMass scholarship fund

    $600,000 endowment supports high-achieving students of need from SouthCoast

  • NOAA model
    Q&A on 2015 as hottest year

    School for Marine Science & Technology Dean Steven Lohrenz and Environmental Policy Professor Chad McGuire offer their reaction to the hottest year in recorded history and the policy and science of the state of our climate.

  • Walk on the Hill
    UMass Law students advocate for increased civil legal aid at 17th annual Walk to the Hill

    Law students join Massachusetts legal community in one of largest advocacy events on Beacon Hill

  • The robots are coming March 19-20

    UMassD will once again host FIRST® Robotics Competition at Tripp Athletic Center

  • CIE View
    Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship announces two new advisory board members

    CIE announces Jennifer Schwall Rousseau and Craig Costa as new advisory board members

  • Jay Ash
    Housing and Economic Development Secretary Jay Ash to address next SouthCoast Development Partnership meeting

    Secretary Ash to discuss regional economic development and the Commonwealth’s Economic Development Bill at January 25 meeting

  • MBA students
    Charlton MBA students competing in ‘The Economist’ investment case study competition

    Three MBA students analyze long-term investment strategy of Amazon vs. Walmart

  • Jordan
    Men's basketball's Jordan Rezendes surpasses 1,000 career point mark

    Senior from Onset, MA reaches career milestone

  • Robert Fisher
    Physics Associate Professor Robert Fisher to discuss our place in the cosmos of exploding stars

    Dr. Fisher to discuss his research to unravel the cosmic mystery of supernovae

  • Megan Ronaghan
    Women's basketball's Megan Ronaghan surpasses 1,000 career point mark

    Megan Ronaghan, of North Attleboro, MA, reaches another career milestone

  • MLK Day
    UMass Dartmouth organizes MLK Day of Service projects across SouthCoast

    Hundreds of middle and high school students to take part in day of service at GiftsToGive in Acushnet and the Boys & Girls Club of Fall River

  • Nikolay Anguelov
    Q&A on North Korea and the claim of a hydrogen bomb

    Assistant Public Policy Professor Nikolay Anguelov discusses the potential responses from the U.S. and the rest of the international community.

  • Genetic research
    UMass Dartmouth achieves national doctoral research status

    Carnegie designation of only south-of-Boston research university strengthens regional and statewide innovation ecosystem

  • Tennis Champions
    Tweets of the Month: December

    Season of giving and impact are part of our favorite tweets from the UMassD community this month.

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