Commencement Spotlights

Much of the class of 2024 began their college career remotely during the height of a global pandemic. But unprecedented times created adaptive, resilient, and tenacious students, who found ways to make the most out of their college experiences.

By studying abroad, founding student clubs and organizations, advancing to graduate school, and opening a new Esports lab, the class of 2024 has embodied UMass Dartmouth's mission to serve as an intellectual catalyst for economic, social, and cultural transformation.

Travis Weiland, PhD '17 accepts tenure-track position

After graduation, Travis Weiland plans on moving to Boone, North Carolina to start his tenure-track position as an Assistant Professor of Mathematics Education at Appalachian State University.

Dustin Roderigues ’17: motorcyclist, mechanical engineer, entrepreneur

A passion for motorcycles led Dustin to build the Tachyon, a prototype electric motorcycle.

Elizabeth Cross '17 is planning a career as a pediatric surgeon

A research internship at Yale and her studies in biology at UMassD have prepared Elizabeth for the challenges of medical school.

Rahul Kashyap, PhD, '17 pursues the rhythms of the universe

One of the first graduates of the PhD in Engineering & Applied Science program, Rahul studied supernovae using some of the largest supercomputers in the world.

Alex Siddall - internship in Washington, DC

Alex Siddall '17: Washington internship

An internship at the State Department and a semester abroad in Germany have convinced Alex Siddall '17 of the value of international education.

Jennifer Legee '17: Peer mentor

As the Connect program's peer mentor lead, Jennifer Legee '17 helps other students discover their potential.

Meaghan O'Neill '17: Career in animation

Planning for a career in animation, Meaghan O'Neill '17 is a dual major in graphic design and digital media.

Gabrielle Monteiro '17: Future in sustainable urban planning

Gabrielle Monteiro received the 2015 Campus Compact Newman Civic Fellows Award for her commitment to community engagement.

Jenyka Gassnola '17 at Champions for Change

Jenyka Gassnola '17: Advocate for women who need a second chance

During her internship at Together We Bake, Jenyka Gassnola '17 gained new skills, was featured in an NPR article, and was invited to a White House event.