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The college's standing in the most recent U.S. News & World Report rankings attributed to "supportive and inclusive" student learning
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The college's standing in the most recent U.S. News & World Report rankings attributed to "supportive and inclusive" student learning
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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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Event designed to prepare future nurses and health care workers and to share information with the community
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Recognized as an advocate for affordable child care
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The free mobile app is geared toward those of Portuguese descent to help them in managing and treating their disease
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A year full of momentum, accomplishments, and successes
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Stands among the top 13% of nation’s nursing schools for Best Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Programs
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UMass Dartmouth’s Medical Laboratory Science major achieves 100% graduation, employment, and national certification examination pass rates for the Class of 2021
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Tajaun Francis ’23 will intern at the Mayo Clinic while Taonga Horace ’23 will work at UMass Chan Medical School