The UMass Lowell Francis College of Engineering provides talent and technology in engineering, advanced materials, advanced manufacturing, electronics and sustainable energy. 

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Susan Roberts.

Meet Dean Susan Roberts

As dean, I am dedicated to fostering a collaborative, transparent and supportive culture that promotes excellence in all aspects of our college. I invite you to join us—whether as a student, alumnus, industry partner or fellow educator—as we shape the next chapter of the Francis College of Engineering. This is a place where ideas flourish, confidence takes hold,and engineers emerge. I’m proud to lead this exceptional community and look forward to all we will accomplish together. Read more about Dean Roberts vision.

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Mark Lalli
Chemical Engineering

In just three years, Commonwealth Scholar and UMass Lowell alumni, Mark Lalli graduated with a B.S. in chemical engineering. Because of his research opportunities at the university, he was able pursue a Ph.D.

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Yrvanie Joseph
Plastics Engineering

Yrvanie Joseph is grateful for alumni scholarships because they confirm the value of her hard work and academic achievements.

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Jacob Villeneuve sits outside with UMass Lowell's University Crossing building in the background.
Jacob Villeneuve
Electrical Engineering

Jacob Villeneuve was drawn to UML by its sound recording technology and Air Force ROTC programs.

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Electrical engineering student Mickyas Yihdego holding blueprints
Mickyas Yihdego
Electrical Engineering

Mickyas Yihdego, an electrical engineering major originally from Ethiopia, helps the Lowell Housing Authority digitize its blueprints archive through his work-study job at O’Leary Library.

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Harish Hande
Harish Hande
Renewable Energy Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Social entrepreneur Harish Hande is helping the poor in India in an economically and environmentally sustainable way, by bringing affordable solar power to the countryside.

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Tiana DeCrescenzo
Mechanical Engineering

Tiana DeCrescenzo ’23 discovered a love of competitive powerlifting en route to her degree.

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