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UMass Law students pose with Dr. Bernice King, CEO of The King Center and daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., during a visit to Atlanta as part of a civil rights study trip.

UMass Law students visit historic civil rights sites with federal judges

Five-day tour across the Southern U.S. connected classroom learning with the people and places that shaped the civil rights movement

lampost banners with library in background

UMass Dartmouth launches campus-wide career ecosystem — career skills for every student

Building the reflection, experience, and adaptability skills today’s employers value

Inside UMassD March 19, 2026

Campus Community Accomplishments

Owens Serves on Panel at Journal of Legal Education Symposium in NYC

Professor Lisa Owens served on a symposium panel hosted by the Journal of Legal Education.

Nursing faculty co-authors study advancing understanding of early Parkinson’s Disease

Associate Professor Jennifer Mammen and co-authors explore Parkinson’s effects on daily life

UMass Law Dean Sam Panarella, students, and justices of the Massachusetts Appeals Court pose in UMass Law's lobby.

Massachusetts Appeals Court holds session at UMass Law

Visit sponsored by the Bristol County Bar Association brings appellate proceedings and learning opportunities to campus

UMass Dartmouth expands athletics offerings

Women’s Flag Football, Men's Lacrosse, and Men's Swimming to launch in 26–27

UMass Dartmouth faculty showcase expertise in media and professional associations

Faculty making an impact inside the classroom and within the public information ecosystem

headshots of 3 Honorary Degree Recipients

UMass Dartmouth to honor regional leaders with honorary degrees at 2026 Commencement

Regional business, healthcare, and workforce development leaders to be recognized for their impact and service during the May 21 Doctoral Commencement ceremony

Six Charlton College of Business students pictured outside emlyon business school in Lyon, France.

Charlton College of Business students explore luxury branding in France during Winter Session

Seniors gain global perspective on European brand strategy at emlyon business school

Members of the executive board of the UMass Law review pose in the Moot Court Room.

UMass Law Review celebrates 20 years

Student-run publication launches Volume 21 with scholarship on AI, criminal justice, incarceration rights, and environmental law

Inside UMassD March 5, 2026

Campus Community Accomplishments

Catalytic Innovations graduates from UMass Dartmouth's Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship

The sustainable chemical company, which was acquired in late 2025, is the latest company incubated at the UMD Technology Venture Center

Bloomberg Terminal pictured in the Charlton Technology Center.

Charlton College of Business expands Bloomberg Access for students and faculty

Complimentary subscription enhances classroom learning and complements the University's Bloomberg Terminals

Aimee Erickson, Late Morning with Tulips, 2025, oil on canvas panel, 22 x 24 in.

Visiting Artist: Aimee Erickson

Wednesday, February 18, 10:30 AM | Location: CVPA 310 and via Zoom

Inside UMassD February 12, 2026

Campus Community Accomplishments

Faculty Taskforce to investigate best practices for AI integration across UMD programs

A taskforce of UMass Dartmouth faculty and staff was charged with making recommendations for integrating artificial intelligence as a teaching and learning tool

Golsby Presents Workshop on Using ChatGPT in the Classroom

UMass Law Librarian Katelyn Golsby presented a workshop on using ChatGPT in the classroom.

Chancellor's Reception at the UMass Club in Boston on January 29

Alumni and friends gather with Chancellor Fuller and Deans at the UMass Club

Chancellor Fuller highlights momentum, leadership, and the future of UMass Dartmouth

Inside UMassD February 5, 2026

Campus Community Accomplishments

UMass Dartmouth and North Shore Community College Expand RN–BS Access

A new partnership between UMass Dartmouth and North Shore Community College streamlines the path from associate to bachelor’s degree in nursing.

UMass Dartmouth students gathered outside the GBH building

Students tour GBH Boston and gain behind-the-scenes look at journalism careers

UMD students speak with writers, editors, and producers during private tour of GBH broadcast studios

UMass Dartmouth student Arianne Driscoll awarded Gilman Scholarship to study abroad in Florence

A nationally competitive U.S. Department of State scholarship will support Driscoll's Spring 2026 study abroad experience in Italy

Inside UMassD January 29, 2026

Campus Community Accomplishments

Visiting Curator: Elizabeth Williams

Curator Lecture: Friday, February 6, 2026, 9:00-10:30 AM

Kate Hancock pictured at the New York State Bar Association annual meeting

UMass Law student Catherine E. Hancock earns national employment law writing award

Second-place finish in New York State Bar Association competition recognizes scholarship on disability law

Inside UMassD January 22, 2026

Campus Community Accomplishments

Professor of electrical and computer engineering Liudong Xing

Liudong Xing named a Star in Computer Networking and Communications

Electrical and computer engineering professor is one of only 10 scholars in the world named to the 2025 Stars in Networking and Communications

Lyness Presents at 2025 Early Environmental Law Scholars Conference

Professor Lyness presented his work in progress “The (Limited) American Right to Roam” at the 2025 Early Environmental Law Scholars Conference.

Leo Yu Presented in Multiple Panels at the AALS Annual Conference

Leo Yu Presented at the AALS Annual Conference about the TikTok ban, China, and Historical Materialism.

UMass Dartmouth’s community engagement efforts earn prestigious Carnegie classification

National recognition for University’s community-centered impact

Tabor Presents on Retirement Policy at UMichigan Law’s Social Equality and the Law Symposium

Professor Anna-Marie Tabor presents recent work Reverse Wealth Transfers: Providing Tax Relief for Workers Who Support Older Generations at UMichigan’s Social Equality and the Law Symposium.