News 2017

Mission of the Commonwealth’s only public law school drives ranking in recently released American Bar Association data

Goal is to "make every dollar invested by families, taxpayers and donors count toward excellent education, groundbreaking research and meaningful community engagement."

New elective involves using focus groups, comprised of undergraduate and graduate students, to assess and address specific client needs

On Friday, December 1, NASA astronaut and UMass Dartmouth alumnus Scott Tingle (’87) was interviewed about his time at UMassD. Tingle is currently residing at the Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center in Star City, Russia to prepare for his upcoming space flight. He will be heading to the International Space Station on December 17.  

Study demonstrates usage trends among Fortune 500 Companies based on various platforms

UMass President Marty Meehan and the chancellors of the five UMass campuses issued a statement opposing provisions of the federal “Tax Cuts and Jobs Act” that they say will have a negative impact on UMass students and college students.

UMass Dartmouth experts discuss ocean waves as a source of sustainable, renewable energy

New Research Effort Will Examine How Ocean Industries Can Coexist and Thrive

The research will determine Harvey’s impacts on coastal carbon cycle, metabolic balance, and ocean acidification.

$150,000 gift from Leo and Anne Albert Charitable Trust will be combined with $100,000 state public health investment to support Cranberry Health Research Center

Introduction to Climate course offered this spring will equip undergraduates with an understanding of the effects of climate change.

Live video camera designed by scientists at UMass Dartmouth may present a more accurate count of Atlantic cod fishery

At Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce meeting, Dean Eric Mitnick cites exam scores, expanded partnerships with Massachusetts colleges, 100,000 hours of service to the community

Will join astronauts from Russia and Germany for four-month mission

2015 discovery of gravitational waves proved Einstein’s theory

Dr. Steven Cadrin awarded for his contributions to the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea

UMass Dartmouth-based school of law earned national accreditation and multiple recognitions for excellence and service since 2016

New teaching, research and policy center built in collaboration with the state Division of Marine Fisheries triples university’s marine science presence in nation’s top fishing port

ABET seal of approval reaffirms excellence of undergraduate bioengineering, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering programs

Health care, law enforcement, student, and community leaders will focus on “help, hope, and recovery” as Massachusetts confronts opioid challenge

University peace pole is one of more than 100,000 in 180 countries around the world

Arrrr! We’re putting a Corsair spin on Gratitude Day, Sept. 19.

UMass Dartmouth's Black History 4 Seasons Council announces events for the 2017-2018 academic year

After achieving Tier 1 status for the first time last year, the only Massachusetts Tier 1 research university south of Boston moves from 220 to 207 among 311 national universities. There are more than 3,000 degree-granting four-year institutions in the United States.

Chancellor Johnson, President Meehan, other UMass chancellors respond to rescinding of DACA

Message to students, faculty, and staff encourages belief in possibility thinking, succeeding against the odds

Several lanes to be closed August 24-25

Rain date: April 8, 2024

"It is only through civil discourse in a free and open society that we can deprive hate of its oxygen..."

Dr. Chandra Orrill seeks to build on the late James Kaput’s vision of “democratizing math education”

Since the establishment of the Commonwealth's first public law school in 2010, its students have contributed nearly $3 million of pro bono legal services and other assistance to community organizations

"It is an honor for me to join you in this endeavor, and stand with you on the shoulders of so many who have contributed to this institution for generations."

University receives $1.5 million for need-based student aid and other initiatives; RIPR brings local public service journalism to region; WUMD goes online; UMass Dartmouth and RIPR to collaborate on new journalism efforts

Distinguished members of community and university will lend expertise and experience to the nation’s preeminent Center devoted to sharing the cultural and intellectual capital of the Lusophone world

UMass Dartmouth’s radio station to celebrate 42 years of broadcasting, and begin anew as online station

First students expected to start this fall

The award established in 2016 by UMass Lowell alumni Rob and Donna Manning to honor UMass professors from all five campuses

BestColleges.com ranks programs based on “career support services, available specializations, student outcomes, and course availability”

WUMD 89.3 expected to go fully online by end of June following May 1 FCC approval; proceeds to support need-based student aid and community engagement initiatives at UMass Dartmouth

49 Juris Doctor degrees awarded to Class of 2017 that performed more than 7,000 hours of pro bono and other law-related service to the community.

Photos and videos are now available for UMass Dartmouth's and UMass Law's 2017 Commencement ceremonies.

National Public Radio Legal Correspondent Nina Totenberg awarded honorary degree, urges Class of 2017, “don’t just listen to things you agree with.” Obama-era White House Photographer Pete Souza awarded Chancellor’s Medal for capturing “the essence of the powerful and the powerless and the momentous events that have engulfed them both.”

MacArthur Foundation Managing Director Cecilia Conrad awarded honorary degree, urges master’s and doctorate graduates to “shape environments that inspire creativity.” Author LGBT activist Jennifer Finney Boylan awarded Chancellor’s Medal for her “unyielding commitment to recognizing and protecting the core truth of every individual.”

Evangeline Sarah Kuzmech described as “a living billboard for the UMass Dartmouth motto, ‘Corsairs Care.’”

Educational Leadership and Policy Studies doctorate candidate Michael Savaria of Westport; undergraduate psychology major Brandi Bass of Springfield, and law degree candidate Sheyla Lors of Brooklyn, New York will deliver remarks to classmates May 13-15

Student-led organization will collaborate with New Bedford NAACP Branch and New Bedford NAACP Youth Council

It has long been her dream to attend law school with an aim to help the most vulnerable in society.

NPR Legal Affairs Correspondent Nina Totenberg, Southern Poverty Law Center founder Morris Dees, MacArthur Foundation Managing Director Cecilia Conrad to be awarded honorary degrees. Obama White House Chief Photographer and Dartmouth native Pete Souza, author and LGBT activist Jennifer Finney Boylan to receive Chancellor’s Medals.

Callie Nunez of Whitman wants to “set a standard for other colleges.”

Dr. Amit Tandon will collaborate with scientists from multiple universities in study of Bay of Bengal monsoons.

Mary Chaffee ’17 is one of ten students from across the country who will be presented with the prestigious Burton Award at the Library of Congress in May

Show opens April 12 at the main campus art gallery with reception and gallery talk

Start Up Weekend held at Nonagon Science and Technology Park. Projects to be presented Tuesday, March 28 at 5 p.m. at Charlton College of Business

Responsive home page for UMass Dartmouth

New science designed to improve management of scallop and flounder fisheries

Research will focus on underreporting of rape and sexual assault in Hungary, and training of legal and victim response professionals to improve reporting and understanding of sexual violence.

Largest ever NIH grant to UMass Dartmouth will help bioengineering Assistant Professor Lamya Karim’s team to investigate diabetes-related skeletal fragility to improve prevention and management.

More than 1,000 seventh grade students from Keith Middle School, Normandin Middle School, and Roosevelt Middle School in New Bedford will visit UMass Dartmouth on March 21, 23 and 28 to get an up close look at college life.

Award-winning film Passage at St. Augustine chronicles movement that led to passage of Civil Rights Act of 1964.

The Massachusetts Bar Association has recognized UMass Law for its commitment to providing an excellent, affordable, and accessible legal education.

Barnes’ teaching portfolio shows a sustained program of reflective and innovative teaching practice.

Governor Baker and other leaders from across Massachusetts cite Dr. Johnson's innovative leadership, energy, and vision

Selection praised as innovative leader with entrepreneurial spirit

Tiba Faraj '18 came to the U.S. after a seven-year journey from Iraq, earned citizenship, and is now studying accounting.

Three candidates scheduled to meet with students, faculty, staff and community leaders March 1-3

Decision to refer the current flag policy back to a small working group for refinement and clarification.

The University considers transgender rights to be human rights, and remains fully committed to supporting transgender students, staff, and faculty.

President Meehan lauds quality of candidates

The inaugural ceremony, featuring demonstration of Bloomberg Trading Terminals, will immediately be followed by Chambers of Commerce Business After Hours event dedicated to the memory of Dr. Godwin Ariguzo.

The winner of the Manning Prize for Excellence in Teaching for 2017 is Nora Ganim Barnes of the Department of Management and Marketing.

Multiple events on March 1-2 designed to promote active civic engagement and open dialogue

Goal is to teach middle and high school students science and math through collaborative problem solving

The following statement was approved by the UMass Dartmouth Faculty Senate at its February 13, 2017 meeting.

Share Esperanza, a UMass Dartmouth student organization, collected and delivered 2,096 pounds of basic need supplies, including personal care packages, food, water, clothing, and school supplies to the la Plaine region of Haiti in January.

University of Notre Dame-based Global Religion Research Initiative program designed to promote understanding of the role of religion in the lives of individuals and societies worldwide

President Trump's Executive Order banning immigration from seven countries has been contested in federal courts here in Massachusetts and several others. The order has left thousands of visa-holders in limbo, and has left universities and companies across the country considering the impacts. UMass Law Professor Irene Scharf directs the UMass Law Immigration Clinic and has been teaching and practicing immigration law since the 1970s. Here are her responses to two questions on the issue:

NSF CAREER Award designed to support promising young scientists

The strength of our university rests in our ability to attract the best students and faculty from across the world to our programs regardless of nationality, religious affiliation, or immigration status. The strength of our university is directly linked to our diverse community of faculty, staff, and students and to our shared engagement in creating and transmitting knowledge that enhances lives.

Statement reiterates policies and values related to diversity

These faculty members are scholars in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Chancellor Helm and Provost Karim react to detention of two faculty members at Logan Airport

UMass Dartmouth will host the SouthCoast Food Security Forum on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Charlton College of Business Learning Pavilion and Auditorium.

School for Marine Science and Technology team aims to measure abundance, density, and size distribution to aid in management of the fishery

7 p.m. event at Main Auditorium is free and open to the public

"We are starting a new semester and a new year."

The University will transfer its WUMD-FM broadcast license to RIPR. The University will receive $1.5 million to endow student need-based financial aid and community engagement activity. RIPR will also provide on-air promotion for the University and collaborate with UMASS Dartmouth on internships and other academic efforts. RIPR will nearly double its geographical footprint, providing its audience with consistent, immediate, locally-sourced coverage and access to National Public Radio content. WUMD will move to a fully online global program format.