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Donald Rogers
Exercise Science, Master of Public Health

Donald Rogers gained research experience as an exercise science major, which fueled his desire to become a physician scientist.

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Brent Shell
Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences

When Brent Shell arrived at UMass Lowell as a lecturer of anatomy and biology, he also took on the role of managing the Student Resource Center and worked as an advisor for the Health Education Academic Living Learning (HEALL).

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Haley LaFreniere pictured in a Physical Therapy lab at UMass Lowell
Haley LaFreniere
Exercise Physiology, Physical Therapy

Motivated to help patients regain strength to live their best possible lives, Haley LaFreniere was inspired early on by her mom to pursue a health-related field.

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Thomas Sherriff
Exercise Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy

Thomas Sherriff was the lead author on a paper about functional movements of firefighters.

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Health Sciences News

  • A young woman points to a research poster while talking to two high school students in a large room.

    International Day of Women and Girls in STEM Inspires the Next Generation

    More than 100 local high school students visited UMass Lowell for an International Day of Women and Girls in STEM event that connected them with faculty and student researchers and highlighted the importance of mentorship in supporting women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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  • A man in glasses smiles while a woman drops water into a vial while seated at a table.

    Faculty Unite to Advance STEM Teaching and Research

    More than 75 UMass Lowell faculty, staff and graduate students came together for the inaugural STEM Teaching, Educator Learning and Research (STELAR) Conference, designed to spark collaboration and lay the groundwork for a new interdisciplinary STEM education and research center.
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  • A young woman poses for a photo while holding a metal reusable cup and food container.

    University Dining Dishes Up Sustainability

    University Dining is advancing UMass Lowell’s sustainability efforts through a new reusable container program and research collaborations that promote plant-forward, environmentally responsible dining.
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