News 2018

The past year was one of great momentum for an evolving UMass Dartmouth.

The university’s commitment to sustainability grows with latest award

Jacob Burkhead (Plymouth, Mass.) becomes second student-athlete in school history to earn the prestigious honor

The Center for Marketing Research (CMR) held its semi-annual Client Dinner where students delivered semester-long research projects to clients.

The Plus Program: Bristol + UMassD creates a streamlined path to a bachelor’s degree for local students

The Leduc Center for Civic Engagement initiative has delivered 300,000 hours of reading and math tutoring to New Bedford and Fall River students

Associate Professor Chad McGuire (Public Policy) discusses the importance of environmental policies and clean energy solutions.

The complex will improve student experience and create 150 construction jobs

Project scheduled to open fall 2020 will transform student experience and create hundreds of construction jobs

Join students from UMASS Dartmouth and Buttonwood Park Zoo educators to explore conservation and climate change solutions.

The university looks to increase awareness of regional food offerings

Recently retired faculty member inspired thousands of law students over three decades

SMAST researchers look to gain better understanding of local flounder population

UMass General Counsel’s office visits campus for a discussion about the public interest in advancing the university’s mission

Initiative inspired by the late Rev. Robert Lawrence and facilitated by UMass Dartmouth Leduc Center for Civic Engagement encourages citizens to exchange guns for Market Basket gift cards and Domino’s pizza coupons

A note to the campus community about Veteran's Day.

Dr. Matthew Roy, Assistant Vice Chancellor of Civic Engagement, discusses how Service Learning projects prepare students for the world of work by bridging the gap between academics and real world problems.

RaiseMe allows high school students to earn financial aid for college enrollment

Capt. Tingle visited campus on November 15 to discuss his time on the International Space Station

Panel of experts will discuss “What Now? -- Lessons of the mid-terms”

On November 6, UMass Dartmouth faculty and special guests will discuss the impact of feminism

On election eve, the university will bring together experts to discuss the three initiatives on the 2018 Massachusetts ballot

Chancellor Johnson speaks about economic development and educational attainment on the SouthCoast.

Professors Dr. Lisa Maya Knauer (Sociology & Anthropology), and Dr. Mark Santow (History) explore the historical context and potential ramifications of the potential Presidential executive order.

UMass President Marty Meehan and all five UMass Chancellor's release a statement on Ballet Question 3

On November 3, CoderDojo gives young people the chance to build coding skills

Where to vote, transportation, and election-related campus events

Exhibit will only be on brief display before heading for national student design competition in Chicago

Student Christine Bell of Middleboro, MA is the recipient of the Jonas Nurse Scholar Program

University once again earns accolades for its commitment to sustainability

Law school will welcome prospective students on November 8 at 6:30 p.m.

Secretary Ash joined UMass Dartmouth Chancellor Robert Johnson, SouthCoast Development Partnership leaders, and legislators on campus

"Engaging Student Voices: A Focus on Voting, Gun Control, and Anti-Violence,” was presented by David Hogg and Jaclyn Corin, survivors of the Parkland school shooting

Chancellor Johnson addressed a Gateway Cities conference in New Bedford about possibility thinking

A message from Chancellor Robert E. Johnson for the fall 2018 academic year.

92.6 percent pass rate demonstrates success of the only public law school in the Commonwealth

New first-year, transfer, online, graduate, and law enrollment all rise

The manslaughter appeal to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has all eyes in the legal world watching.

Chancellor Johnson shares his views on the university's Blue Economy initiative with the Boston Business Journal

College Positive Tours bring college within reach for SouthCoast students

Associate Professor Andrew Revell rode in the Pan-Mass Challenge to raise money and understanding

Online programs now more easily accessible to students across the United States

Chancellor Robert E. Johnson hosts community, Portuguese government, and university officials to celebrate global education partnership

More than 100 senior College of Nursing students and faculty will spend the night on the campus quad in cardboard boxes

Chancellor Johnson speaks with Standard-Times Managing Editor Andy Tomolonis about plans to develop the SouthCoast region as a blue economy corridor.

The College of Engineering and the Society of Women Engineers to host a seminar featuring the work of Janeen Romie ’83, the detector engineering group lead at the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO)

UMass Dartmouth Police Chief Emil Fioravanti is pleased to announce that a team of assessors from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission is scheduled to arrive on Monday, October 1, 2018 to begin examining various aspects of the UMass Dartmouth Police Department’s policies and procedures, operations and facilities.

David Hogg and Jaclyn Corin will speak on campus about engagement of young people in civic life

University and Chicago's VeoRide announce partnership to provide campus with sustainable, affordable transportation

Congressional Representatives held a press conference about the $600,000 EDA grant awarded to the university

The Friends of the Marion Visiting Nurse Association makes final gift to university before disbanding

The U.S. Department of Commerce award for regional economic cooperation around marine science and technology will focus on collaboration and innovation

Students will be able to earn both degrees in a total of 4 years rather than 5, saving tuition and living expenses.

University welcomes new students, programs, and facilities

After his first year at the helm, while presiding in May over his first graduation and the 118th for the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, Chancellor Robert Johnson identifies three major priorities as he looks ahead.

The Master’s of Art in Teaching program uses innovative pedagogy to prepare educators to teach in Gateway Cities

Fall 2018 cohort 17.5 percent larger than 2017, 42 percent higher than 2016, and enters with higher LSAT scores.

Associate Professor Mark Santow teaches Clemente Course in the Humanities to economically disadvantaged residents of New Bedford and Providence

Associate Professor Tim Shea uses technology to bridge the hunger gap

Chancellor Johnson answered a Q&A with the Providence Business News about his plans for UMassD and the region

UMass Press will distribute and market UMass Dartmouth-based Tagus Press’s distinctive scholarly and trade series, as well as its textbook series and peer-reviewed journal

Gary Forrester (’12) honored as an exemplary STEM educator at Hingham, MA High School

FY2019 budget to support UMassD learning, research, and community engagement opportunities

Phil Adams, of Westport, brings 30-plus years of experience in advising, managing and building innovative enterprises to SouthCoast’s leading business incubator

Chancellor Johnson was featured on SouthCoast Matters where he discussed his upbringing in Detroit, his mentors, the future of higher education and the opportunities for UMass Dartmouth to lead the way in the future of work.

The 8th annual 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance brings together students, faculty, staff, and community members

Second Annual Employee Threat Readiness Survey finds employees and their companies are vulnerable due to a lack of awareness and training

Package includes $133.9 million public-private partnership to replace outdated residence halls and right-size dining facilities, and $54.4 million to renovate university’s largest academic building

Angela M. Callahan brings experience and drive to strategic organizational change

Professor Dwight Duncan (Law) discusses the recent nominee to the Supreme Court and the Court itself.

The institutions signed a MOU celebrating a long-term commitment to sharing resources and collaborating on the development of curriculum and programs centered on offshore wind energy.

3+3 Agreement allows students to earn bachelor’s degree and Law Degree in six years

New program will address issues critical to the economic security of the region, state, and nation

Scholarship fund is named for former UMass Board of Trustees chairman

The student-led initiative allows beginners and pros alike to enjoy the growing sport on campus

Chancellor Robert E. Johnson presents Chancellor’s Medal to President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa at State House ceremony, signs higher education agreements aboard tall ship Sagres

Bestcolleges.com ranks program based on comprehensive core curriculum, faculty excellence, and commitment to providing non-traditional students with the tools needed to achieve educational and career goals.

Dr. Mel B. Yoken received the French Legion of Honor award for his lifetime work in French language and literature

Dr. Pamela Karimi received a 2018 Manning Prize for Excellence in Teaching from UMass President Marty Meehan

UMass Dartmouth appointed Dr. Pauline Entin as the new Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences

The Art Career Project, a nationally recognized resource for art students and art professionals has recently announced its 2018 list of the top U.S. colleges and universities with Textile Design programs.

Dr. Jean VanderGheynst, expert on next-generation biofuels and bioproducts, to lead college of 6 academic departments, 1,300 undergraduate students, and 300 graduate students

UMass Dartmouth held its 2018 Commencement ceremonies for undergraduate and graduate students, awarding approximately 2,000 undergraduate and graduate degrees at the Xfinity Center in Mansfield and awarding nearly 50 law degrees in the Main Auditorium on campus.

During a 24 hour competition, students built a better way to handle sensitive information.

Charlemya Erasme honored among public higher education students at State House

Undergraduate and graduate exercises planned for May 12 at Xfinity Center in Mansfield; School of Law ceremony May 14 at main campus auditorium

Dr. Shannon Finning appointed as Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, effective July 2, 2018. Dr. Finning currently serves as Vice President for Student Affairs at Springfield College.

A master degree candidate looking to make a difference in humanitarian aid; an undergraduate political science major who wants to be governor; and a law student seeking to help children with disabilities have been chosen by a committee of students, faculty and staff to address their classmates at UMass Dartmouth’s 2018 Commencement exercises May 12–14.

Partnership between Massachusetts and the Azores looks to improve health globally

Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey will receive the Chancellor’s Medal at the School of Law commencement exercises on Monday, May 14 at 10 a.m. at the Main Auditorium on the main campus of UMass Dartmouth.

Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey, Southcoast Health System CEO Keith Hovan, and Hasbro Executive Bryony Bouyer to be honored at graduation ceremonies

The following are the prepared remarks by Dr. Robert E. Johnson for his inauguration as Chancellor of UMass Dartmouth on April 20, 2018

DECA's International Career Development Conference and competition prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

UMass Dartmouth Assistant Professor Vanni Bucci created a system to identify most effective therapies for handling stomach bacteria problems

Initiative will monitor and analyze a key emerging “Blue Economy” sector in the U.S.

UMass Dartmouth hosted its first ever #CorsairChallenge, a community crowdfunding campaign held primarily over social media. In honor of the founding year of its predecessor institutions, the campaign lasted 1,895 minutes and raised over $130,000.

All Mount Ida students in good standing offered automatic admission at UMass Dartmouth. UMass Amherst to acquire the physical assets of the Mount Ida campus for academic, career preparation and economic development programming

Mount Ida College reaches agreement with UMass

New bachelor degrees in Health and Society and Public Administration began fall 2018.

Dr. Gaurav Khanna, Ph.D. publishes a paper that sheds new light on space’s most mysterious phenomena

Commonwealth’s public law school outperformed area private schools less than one year after receiving full ABA accreditation

UMass Dartmouth Chancellor Robert E. Johnson announced today that he has appointed Jennifer Chrisler to the position of Vice Chancellor for Advancement, effective May 1, 2018.

The UMass Dartmouth Observatory and Astronomical Society of Southern New England (ASSNE) invite the public to night-sky viewing sessions

Events designed to demonstrate the strengths and achievements of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the region; Chancellor Robert E. Johnson to be inaugurated as 10th leader of the university April 20

The university will host panel discussion on space travel and downlink discussion with NASA Astronaut and UMass Dartmouth graduate Scott Tingle ('87)

Students will be honored for their commitment to humanistic, patient-led care.

The Ellen DeGeneres and Cheerios initiative aims to provide food security.

Grants focused on supporting promising researchers across the country

Chancellor Robert E. Johnson to visit Catholic University and the Camões Institute in Lisbon, and bring the university’s Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture under his supervision.

Comprehensive plan focuses on renovation, repair and replacement of buildings and infrastructure on the 710-acre main campus.

A Powerball winner has asked a New Hampshire judge to keep her identity private. The state argues that her name and address should be public under state law. UMass Law professor and privacy law scholar Shaun Spencer offers his perspective on the privacy issues that this case raises.

Justice Week, beginning Feb. 12, at UMass Law features theme “Race, Rights, and Rebels".

The university adds to its graduate business education choices with a MS in Finance

Professor Brian Glyn Williams (History) talks about the book he wrote, the events that inspired it, and bringing authenticity to the movie '12 Strong'.

Watch Chancellor Robert E. Johnson speak at Bristol Community College about the importance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his legacy.

Professor Brian Glyn Williams, author of The Last Warlord and five other books on the war on terror, was a cultural advisor of the set of a movie about U.S. Special Forces and Afghan allies fighting the Taliban in the immediate aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

The following the prepared text for Chancellor Johnson's speech to 200 community members.

The following is the prepared text that Chancellor Robert E. Johnson used for his keynote address at Bristol Community College's annual Martin Luther King Day breakfast.

Dr. Donna Lisker, former Smith College Dean of the College and Duke University Associate Vice Provost chosen after national search

Chancellor Robert Johnson joined UMass President Marty Meehan and the chancellors of the other four UMass campuses today calling on Congress to find a permanent legislative solution to protect Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients.