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Claire T. Carney Library Associates 14th annual Authors’ Brunch announces visiting authors

The Library Associates are delighted to feature three outstanding authors, Barbara Delinsky, Jacquelyn Mitchard and Steven Manchester.

Year in Review: UMassD celebrates the top 20 stories of 2020

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

Associate Professor Erin Bromage helps the Boston Lyric Opera put on a safe holiday show

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

2020 NECHE Accreditation Final Report

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

Update On Spring 2021 Athletic Competition

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

UMass Dartmouth and Bridgewater State University launch accelerated Physics and Electrical Engineering degree programs

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

Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering chosen for esteemed Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Fellowship

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

UMass Dartmouth faculty offer virtual discussion with Nobel Prize winner Kip Thorne

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

Charlton College of Business Master of Business Administration ranked 23rd in the nation for best return on investment

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

Mechanical Engineering Professor awarded $299,778 to research maritime fuel efficiency

Assistant Professor Hangjian Ling to study hydrodynamic interactions in boat propulsion

Professor of Estuarine & Ocean Sciences chosen for distinguished American Geophysical Union Fellowship

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

Third Annual Marine Renewable Energy Conference fosters international collaboration

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

UMass Dartmouth professors to use fastest supercomputer in the nation for research

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

Chancellor's Veterans Day message

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

Mathematics Professor chosen for prestigious Association for Women in Mathematics Fellowship

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

UMass Dartmouth Dean VanderGheynst contributes to worldwide microbiome discovery effort

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

Chancellor Message on Thanksgiving Break and end of fall semester

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

College of Engineering welcomes new faculty

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 COVID-19 update regarding latest Massachusetts guidance

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

For the 9th year in a row, UMass Dartmouth named one of the nation’s most environmentally responsible colleges

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

Chancellor's pre-election message

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

SPARKLE at the Star Store

Add a little SPARKLE to your life this holiday season during a day-long event of festivities on Saturday, December 12, sponsored by the CVPA and the City of New Bedford.

UMass Dartmouth student honored at 2020 Massachusetts Cybersecurity Forum

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

Mathematics Professor builds model to help detect black hole mergers

Listening to the cosmos unveils interesting results

UMassD 2020 Election Events

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

UMass Dartmouth announces $4.2M grant from U.S. Navy to fund new marine technology research projects

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

Virtual Open House events begin Saturday, October 24

UMass Dartmouth kicks off a week of virtual events

Update on spring 2021 semester

Acting Chancellor Preble offers updated guidance on the spring 2021 semester

UMass Dartmouth named a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity

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

Chancellor COVID-19 Update

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

UMassD welcomes Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings

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

UMass Dartmouth joins national electric vehicle purchasing collaborative

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

A statement in opposition to racism

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

September 26 Chancellor COVID-19 Update

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

NSF awards Alfa Heryudono & Mehdi Raessi $200K

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.

Leduc Center for Civic Engagement partners with Jumpstart for Young Children

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

Chancellor's message on National Voter Registration Day

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

Dean Mitnick on the passing of Massachusetts Chief Justice Gants

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

UMass Dartmouth climbs in national student social mobility ranking by U.S. News & World Report

University sees continued excellence in prestigious rankings

Gaurav Khanna awarded $75K for black hole research

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

Update on COVID-19 testing and positive case reporting

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

Former UMassD student-athlete Nate Tellier joins Boston Red Sox

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

Acting Chancellor Preble's "Welcome Back" message

A message to start off the fall 2020 semester

Leduc Center for Civic Engagement to host virtual Food Security Summit

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

Updated event and visitor policies for fall 2020

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

Acting Chancellor Preble Comments on the Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" Speech

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

Researchers featured in National Geographic series

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.

UMass Dartmouth Associate Provost appointed to Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Board of Directors

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

Update on symptom and testing protocols

Introducing our testing website and dashboard

Dr. Vijaya Chalivendra named ASME Fellow

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.

Academic Resource Center awarded $2.35M TRIO grant

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

UMass Law first-year student enrollment up more than 30 percent for fall 2020

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

Biochemistry professor receives funding to research rare neurodevelopmental condition

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

Mathematics professor receives NSF grant to create algorithms that break down the dynamics in physics, engineering, and biological sciences

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

James Karam Scholarship Fund awards $50,000 in UMass scholarships to 10 SouthCoast students

Awards honor students’ academic achievement and community engagement

UMass Dartmouth announces new Chief Diversity Officer

David Gomes named as Chief Diversity Officer/Title IX Coordinator

Update on October Commencement Ceremonies

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

UMass joins ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge

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

Important updates to fall 2020 re-opening plans

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.

UMassD students help power the Blue Economy

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

Guidance for Rhode Island residents traveling to campus

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

A Message from Acting Chancellor Mark Preble - August 4, 2020

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

UMass President Meehan announces Acting Chancellor & Provost

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

Updated regulations for individuals traveling to Massachusetts

Updates on necessary criteria for coming to campus

Marine science student awarded $14K

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

Update on UMassD COVID-19 Testing Policy

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

Message from Vice Chancellor David Gingerella on fall sports

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

UMass Dartmouth announces suspension of fall 2020 semester athletic competition

Decision comes after recent Little East Conference announcement

A farewell message from Chancellor Johnson

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

UMass freezes in-state undergraduate and graduate student tuition for the 2020-21 academic year

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

Jiawei Yuan receives $150K NSF award

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.

Engineering graduates accept tenure track faculty appointments

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

Message from Chancellor Johnson on recent ICE regulations

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

UMass Dartmouth awarded grant to study carbon emissions on campus

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

Statement by UMass President Marty Meehan regarding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) guidance on international students

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

UMass Dartmouth to offer on-campus learning and living this fall

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

Chancellor Johnson announces fall 2020 plans for on-campus learning and living

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

College of Engineering partners in launch of Summer Leadership Academy for diverse students in technology and engineering

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

Discontinued Intercollegiate Athletics Programs FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions on the recent Athletics decision

UMass Dartmouth announces discontinuation of eight intercollegiate athletic programs

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

A message from Chancellor Johnson on changes to Athletics

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

UMass Dartmouth announces new College of Business Dean

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

UMass Dartmouth announces closure of Public Policy Center

Decision effective July 1, 2020

Professor Jeremiah Ho receives Manning Prize for teaching excellence

Award recognizes exemplary teaching and service on each UMass campus

June 22nd message from Chancellor Johnson on the fall 2020 semester

Chancellor Johnson provides updates on the fall 2020 reopening planning process

UMass research and development expenditures rise to record $684 million

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

College of Engineering professors receive $452,178 research grant from the National Institute of Health for development of statistical learning tool

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

UMass Dartmouth Chancellor Johnson announces resignation

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

UMass Dartmouth Public Policy Center releases report on region's essential workers

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

A message from Chancellor Johnson to the UMassD community

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

UMass Dartmouth announces new Director of the Center for Portuguese Studies and Culture

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

Doctoral student awarded 2020 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship

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

A letter to the UMassD community from Police Chief Fioravanti

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

Statement from UMass President Marty Meehan on the killing of George Floyd

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

Summer Innovation Program expands to UMassD

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.

Breathe Again - An Open Letter to the UMassD Community from Chancellor Johnson

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

UMass Dartmouth partners with Salve Regina University to offer a path to data science degrees

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

A message from Chancellor Johnson on the killing of George Floyd

Chancellor Johnson reflects on the need for inclusivity

Center for Marketing Research releases new report on school choice

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

Southcoast Health COVID-19 surge hospital at UMass Dartmouth to close

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

UMass Dartmouth to host virtual open house experiences for MBA programs

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

President Meehan to propose UMass tuition freeze for upcoming academic year

Nearly 50,000 in-state undergraduate students impacted

Increasing the safety of self-driving vehicles

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.

UMass Dartmouth student-athletes on the frontlines of COVID-19

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

UMass Dartmouth plans for fall 2020 Commencement

Celebrating the Class of 2020 on campus planned for October

Detecting COVID-19

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

UMass Dartmouth Biology Professor gains international attention for COVID-19 blog

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

May 13th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

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

UMass Dartmouth celebrates the Class of 2020 virtually

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

UMass Dartmouth graduate student aids in quest to understand black holes

Nur Rifat developed a new model to discover gravitational wave discoveries

UMass Dartmouth professor featured in National Science Foundation virtual showcase

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

Guidance on Massachusetts Face Covering Mandate

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

Online business program earns high marks

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).

Chancellor Johnson update on Massachusetts stay-at-home advisory extension

Working remotely encouraged until June 30, 2020

COVID-19 field hospital opens on campus

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

Crime & Justice Studies among top programs

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.

New app helps combat climate change

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.

Message from Chancellor Johnson regarding on-campus surge hospital

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

BS in Finance program among top 25

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

April 3rd message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Community Notification – Positive Case of COVID-19

The UMass Dartmouth community grows stronger during challenging times

"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

Academic Policy Changes for Spring 2020

Provost Karim provides updates on grading policies

Chancellor Johnson's message to students on cost adjustments

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

March 23rd message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Latest coronavirus preperation updates from UMassD

March 19th video message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

A video update from Chancellor Johnson

March 16th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Please review the latest updates from Chancellor Johnson.

March 14th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Please review the latest updates from Chancellor Johnson.

March 11th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Latest updates regarding UMass Dartmouth's proactive response to coronavirus

March 9th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Chancellor Johnson shares updates on the latest coronavirus planning and procedures

Observatory announces spring 2020 viewing nights

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

March 5th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Chancellor Johnson shares updates on the latest coronavirus planning and procedures

March 4th message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

Chancellor Johnson shares updates on the latest coronavirus planning and procedures

UMass Dartmouth COVID-19 Informational Forum

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

March 1st message from Chancellor Johnson on COVID-19 (novel coronavirus)

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

UMass Dartmouth hosts student delegation from University of the Azores

Students presented their projects on international issues

Black History 4 Seasons announces spring 2020 events

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

Center for Women, Gender & Sexuality celebrates 50th anniversary

March 18th event is postponed until further notice

UMass Dartmouth solicits Public Comments as part of accreditation process

The university welcomes community input on the quality of the institution

Center for Marketing Research to host Scholarship Dinner with Celtics legend Paul Pierce

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

UMass Dartmouth to host 2020 Engaged Scholarship Symposium

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

UMass Dartmouth student engineers challenge local high school students to engineering competition

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

UMassD Votes Coalition unveils VOTE sculptures

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

UMass Dartmouth announces $4.6M grant from the U.S. Navy for marine technology research

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

Office of Undergraduate Research announces winners of 2019 Winter grants

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

UMass Dartmouth announces $75,000 pledge from BankFive for further development of Blue Economy initiative

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

Nursing students far exceed national averages on 2019 nursing exam

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

Welcome back message from Chancellor Johnson

There is much to celebrate and look forward to in 2020

The Ferreira-Mendes Portuguese-American Archives launch new publication examining citizenship

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

UMass Law recognized by Equal Justice Coalition for advocacy

Awards recognize exceptional participation in Walk to the Hill

Tracey Cockrell: CVPA artist-in-residence

Tracey Cockrell, the CVPA’s artist-in-residence for the 2020-2021 academic year, will offer an engaging perspective on the arts with her “Fall River WaterMark” project as part of the 2nd annual Fall River Fabric Arts Festival.