The Bachelor of Liberal Arts (BLA) program at UMass Lowell is an exciting interdisciplinary program that offers students the opportunity to design a personalized program from more than two dozen possible concentrations.
Meet Our Students and Alumni
Laura Cabrera '18
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Laura Cabrera's studies in philosophy and psychology have given her great personal insight - and the confidence to pursue a creative career in music, art and dance.
If you're good at it, dedicate time to it and feel inspired, then anything is possible.
Melodie Armand '22
Bachelor of Liberal Arts
Melodie Armand turned a setback into greater success.
I’m on a different path, but I’m on the right path.
Lana Bashir '23
Liberal Arts
Lana Bashir fell in love with UMass Lowell when she toured the campus.
I liked the homey feel, and I talked to a couple of different students and they really liked it here.
James Wilson Joutras '19
Liberal Arts – Digital Media and Theatre Arts
James Joutras came to UMass Lowell to discover himself. His experiences instilled confidence – and took him to Japan, where he plans to work after graduation.
I discovered I was good at editing – taking a bunch of different elements that don’t necessarily make sense and putting them together in a way that creates a coherent story.
Sammy Santana '24
Liberal Arts
With an unbridled passion for learning, Sammy Santana is pursuing his numerous interests through the BLA program.
The best thing I've experienced at UMass Lowell is finding myself through ... every class I've taken.
