Dream big and work hard. That's the River Hawk way. UMass Lowell students pursue their passion for learning in the classroom and beyond. They are each unique but are united in their drive to make a difference. Here are some of their stories.
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Applied Biomedical SciencesThavaleak Prum came to UML to pursue her dream of transforming people’s lives through research.
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Biological SciencesBy her sophomore year, Feriel Boudif had secured two paid research assistant positions on campus.
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EducationRetired special collections librarian Martha Mayo ’92 collects art – and supports art at UMass Lowell (UML).
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Exercise Science, MBAGerry Siracusa is combining his degree in exercise science with an MBA, which will help him open his own physical therapy practice someday.
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Civil & Environmental EngineeringA former carpenter sidelined by the recession, Christopher Ingemi went back to school at Middlesex Community College and then transferred to UML. Now, thanks to his job in a lab, he’s completed his master’s in civil engineering and found a great job as a bridge designer.
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Exercise Physiology and EducationThrough leadership opportunities as a student-athlete, exercise physiology graduate Amanda Baptiste found her voice — and discovered her calling to become a high school biology teacher.
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EducationMatthew Olson, dean of humanities and social science at Middlesex Community College, says there is a direct connection between the doctorate he earned in Leadership in Schooling and his current job.
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Master of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Physical TherapyAssoc. Teaching Prof. Michele Fox ’94, ’06 of the Department of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology, a double River Hawk, swims competitively and raises money for cancer research.