Feature Stories 2021

Buoyed by their nursing degrees, ABSN graduates look forward to caring for others

Recent Charlton College of Business grad thrives in ever-changing environments

Nursing student reflects on her clinical experiences

Research topics range from the effects of Covid-19 on nurses, recruitment, and nursing education to various healthcare and student-related topics

Laboratory Labrador plays an important role spreading joy on campus.

Osama, who recently earned his PhD, talks about the value of pursuing the industrial and systems engineering concentration as part of the College of Engineering's engineering and applied science program.

Psychology scholar served as associate and interim dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and has been a faculty member for nearly 30 years

Between two majors, eight clubs, and six jobs and internships, Narcisse Kunda has made the most of his college experience.

Senior biology major Diego Marroquin is a catalyst for economic, social, and cultural transformation by volunteering his time, experiences, knowledge, and passion to communities that need it most.

Senior Computer Science Major Sergeant Alexander Thibedeau discusses changing career paths, life at UMassD, and helping other veterans feel welcome on campus

Suemy Moreira joins Engineering Student Support & Services team as an advisor for undergraduate students.

National awards include Most Outstanding Student Senate, Most Outstanding Professor for Professor Dwight Duncan, and Most Outstanding Student for Raven Francomano, JD ‘22

A complete art education with a university experience made UMassD the place to be for Marcus.

Social justice and advocacy guides Amanda’s personal and professional journey

David says conducting research as a PhD student prepared him to succeed and advance in his chosen field.

Josue discusses how faculty mentorship and novel research opportunities inspired his academic path.

Unique “ramp-up” program involved more than 400 College of Nursing & Health Sciences students in workshops, team activities, and "wingman" experience

Aubrey talks about SMAST’s cooperative research opportunities & how the Professional Science Master’s program prepares students for career advancement.

CNHS students trained to provide first aid at community events

Law school’s enrollment and academic stature are the highest in its history following a record number of applications

UMass Law welcomes new assistant director of legal career services and two legal skills professors

Cassie talks about how SMAST's professional science master’s degree program helped her gain the knowledge and experience necessary to assist regulators in the management of fisheries.

A solid engineering skillset helped Bisbano build a career at EHR leader Meditech

Alexander Moulton shares why he chose to pursue his computer science degree at UMassD's College of Engineering.

Award named in honor of (Ret.) MA Supreme Judicial Court Chief Justice Roderick L. Ireland

Students extolled for completing their legal education during an uncertain and unprecedented era

Alumni mentors help students and new professionals navigate careers

Lauren, a local project manager in civil engineering, says earning her degree from UMassD was key in her success.

Joshua talks about the value of supplementing coursework with research projects.

The recent grad talks about her experience as a transfer student, the success of the CVPA’s flourishing Interior Architecture + Design Program, & making Metropolis Magazine’s list of “Top 100 Design Students in North America.”

Elio, a transfer student from Lebanon, shares why he chose UMass Dartmouth over other universities and his experience as an intern.

Biology major and Honors College student is earning her BS/MAT degree in biology while doing research in population genetics, microbiology, and marine fisheries

First-generation college student and Honors Nursing major has conducted numerous research projects with plans for a career in neonatal care

Nick talks about balancing his studies with extracurricular activities to create a well-rounded academic experience.

Plans a future career in criminal law and will join the Miami State Attorney’s Office as a prosecutor

Dylan, a Townsend, MA native, talks about the value of student organizations, gaining practical experience through faculty mentorship, & UMassD’s supportive community.

Interned at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New Jersey and will work as an assistant attorney general in MA

Inspired to reignite her career after moving to the US from South Korea, Sung finds the ideal balance between managing family life, pursuing an MFA, & promoting her career as a textile artist.

Honors College student and double major in Nursing and Sociology & Anthropology immigrated from East Africa and plans a career in public health

Artist Valleri Rami talks about the CVPA’s rigorous MFA program & developing her confidence through leadership roles.

Achieved accolades in academics and in campus leadership roles and plans to specialize in special populations/pediatrics

Networking & pursuing professional development + leadership opportunities helped prepare Cachelle for her full-time position as a project/program management analyst at Dell EMC.

Networking, leadership roles, & the supportive UMassD community helped Osamah define his career endeavors.

Melanie, a computer engineering major, says real-world experience, collaborative research projects, & extracurricular activities prepared her for her full-time position as an analyst with Dell EMC.

Blending community service work, networking, and exposure to big business is part of Larain’s strategy for inventing her future as an entrepreneur.

Abderahmane Naidjate '21, who graduates next month with his BS in Computer Engineering, talks about how UMassD has fostered his career path and helped him segue into a full-time position as a project/program manager at Dell EMC.

Psychology major Catherine Pope creates a resource manual for survivors of domestic violence that demonstrates new APEX research experience developed by the Honors College

An awe-inspiring glimpse of nature led James to create "Interspectral," a CVPA senior capstone project in which audiences of all ages can interactively explore the color spectrum.

Brianna talks about working on data-driven research projects, serving as a student director in the Honors College, & landing a full-time position as a business systems analyst at a startup company.

William, a physics major, talks about having a well-rounded academic experience due to his involvement in collaborative research projects & student organizations.

Stephen, a civil engineering major and captain of the UMassD football team, talks about the cohesive college community, developing his leadership skills, & landing the internship that helped him define his career path.

Devin talks about understanding the balance between leading and following as he prepares to enter the real world.

Undergraduate and DNP students win first-place awards for their research projects

Emily Dillan and Jennifer White will intern with state legislators and learn to create policy

Alexander, a UMassD veterans assistant and former senator for the Student Government Association, discusses the importance and benefits of embracing leadership opportunities.

A Study into Quantum Scattering with a Hard Sphere Potential

Finite Difference Application to 1-D Schroedinger Equation

Computation of Black Hole Quasi‐Normal Ringing by the “Shooting” Method

Demonstrating the Causation of Gravity for Subliminal Velocities

Discovering the Frederick Douglass Unity House opens opportunities

Brooke talks about the value of her experiences & the return on her investment as a PhD student at SMAST.

Micheline Labrie talks about her love for the ocean, protecting the ecosystem, & her rich academic experience as a PhD student and research assistant at the School for Marine Science & Technology.

PhD candidate Robert Wildermuth, talks about his interests in conservation, experiences as a student at UMassD's School for Marine Science & Technology, & his plans for the future.

UMass Law’s flexible day and evening/weekend programs enable many students to attend law school

Art + Design: Interior Architecture + Design

April 8 event to focus on scholarship and excellence in nursing practice and leadership

First-generation graduate now advocates for students as a higher education professional

Sculpture Program Window Installations at the Star Store Campus

Members of the UMassD community raised over $35,000 in 60 days to support hundreds of students with emergency needs brought about by COVID-19.

Supporting service programs at UMassD results in positive change for the community and opportunities for students to acquire the skills they need to lead the way forward

Alumni find meaningful ways to give back through scholarships

UMassD leads research collaborations with fishing industry leaders enhance the region’s marine economy

Graduates of the College of Nursing & Health Sciences—including the newest nurses from the Class of 2020—were among the health care professionals who answered the call to care for patients fighting COVID-19.

She receives her white coat in the traditional ceremony for sophomores, marking the beginning of her clinical training

A personal account of realizing the importance of his academic experience

Law students participate in virtual 2021 event to continue supporting mission of justice for all

Students and faculty featured on NBC 10 News

Bucci leveraged his experience in brand marketing and retail search management to help his customers navigate Amazon Marketplace

Perry joins the world's best researchers at a Harvard Medical School lab