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Class in Energy Systems Sparks Real-World Projects

Class in Energy Systems Sparks Real-World Projects | Press Release

11/23/2020
Inspired by their work in UMass Lowell courses in renewable energy, students are getting involved in hands-on projects that put their knowledge to the test in real-world conditions.
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Experts: Price Wars, Cyber Sales to Define Holiday Shopping

Experts: Price Wars, Cyber Sales to Define Holiday Shopping | Press Release

11/19/2020
The retail industry is in for a bumpy ride as the country heads into Black Friday and the holiday shopping season while still facing the COVID-19 pandemic, according to UMass Lowell business professors available for interviews.
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Leaders to Explore the Future of the Workforce

Leaders to Explore the Future of the Workforce | Press Release

11/16/2020
“The Future of the Workforce,” a free, virtual event presented by the UMass Lowell Women’s Leadership Conference next month will explore how the changing business landscape is reshaping on-the-job experiences, career choices and paths.
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UMass Lowell Celebrates First Generation College Student Day

UMass Lowell Celebrates First Generation College Student Day | Press Release

11/12/2020
UMass Lowell joined institutions around the country in celebrating First Generation College Student Day, recognizing the importance of supporting this population in achieving academic success.
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Expert: Native Americans ‘Too Often Neglected’ Part of U.S. History

Expert: Native Americans ‘Too Often Neglected’ Part of U.S. History | Press Release

11/9/2020
Celebrated each Thanksgiving, the sailing of the Mayflower and the creation of Plymouth Colony in 1620 maintains a strong hold on the American imagination. The story of country’s founding depicts the establishment of the Puritan colony as the point of origin of the United States, but misconceptions remain, according to a UMass Lowell expert on Native American history.

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Tips to Work From Home Productively

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Asst. Prof. Elana Feldman shares productivity tips for those who find themselves working at home during COVID-19 pandemic.

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Christopher Niezrecki Named Distinguished University Professor

Christopher Niezrecki Named Distinguished University Professor | Featured Story

11/23/2020
Mechanical Engineering Prof. and Dept. Chair Christopher Niezrecki has been named the 2020 Distinguished University Professor for exemplary teaching, research and service to the university.
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Exercise Science Majors Earn Kudos for Research

Exercise Science Majors Earn Kudos for Research | Featured Story

11/16/2020
Four current and former exercise science majors won praise at a conference for their research on a heart rate finger sensor – and honors student Andreas Himariotis carried off the top undergraduate prize.
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UML Alum Conquers Obstacles in Life After Hockey

UML Alum Conquers Obstacles in Life After Hockey | Featured Story

11/16/2020
After overcoming health obstacles, former UMass Lowell hockey player and Manning School of Business alum Barry Goers ’10 fulfilled a longtime dream of taking on the “American Ninja Warrior” obstacle course.

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