Alumni
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Over a dinner and engaging professional development workshop, Corsairs represented the blossoming future of STEM fields and six received a scholarship that supports their educational journeys.
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After over a decade of harsh New England winters, the observatory’s rotatable dome now sits atop a rebuilt, well-sealed foundation, ready to resume scholarly use.
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As days tick by, anticipation is rising on campus for the upcoming Blue & Gold Weekend festivities, including a tailgate with live music.
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When Sousa’s doctoral thesis exposed overwhelming evidence that pointed to mothers in recovery needing an outspoken advocate, she didn’t hesitate to rise to the occasion.
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O’Keefe’s impressive 20-year career in fisheries science and management sparked at UMass Dartmouth’s SMAST and resulted in her recent promotion to a new position.
Amato will join four other artists for an eleven-month program that strengthens their creative talents in Gatlinburg, TN.
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Engineering students partnered with Kimley-Horn to devise a renovation plan for a Raising Cane’s restaurant.
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UMass Dartmouth proudly welcomed alumni, faculty, and more to honor their impactful contributions to society.
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The Veterans’ Resource Center is a community space for military-affiliated students seeking support from specialized UMassD programs and services.
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UMassD students and donors bonded over brunch to showcase the significance of scholarships on student success in the classroom and beyond.
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A special ceremony and lively reception are planned to honor the 50th anniversary of the Alumni Awards and the award recipients on Wednesday, April 26.