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.

  • Malcolm Schrafft
    Music and Theatre Arts

    Honors student Malcolm Schrafft studied his twin passions: music and theater.

  • Justin Baez Peguero
    Business

    Justin Baez Peguero is studying business, working three jobs and serving in student government.

  • Nicolette San Clemente
    CTSS Intern/International Business Major, 2018

    Through her internship with CTSS, Nicolette and 4 others students developed and launched an award-winning non-profit Countering Violent Extremism program.

  • Daphne Shakira Naut
    Political Science & Philosophy

    With the goal of becoming a lawyer, Honors College student Daphne Shakira Naut double majored in philosophy and political science.

  • Meghan Berking
    Chemistry

    Meghan Berking ran across the country to raise $7,500 for cancer research after losing her father to colon cancer.

  • Nicholas Salerno
    Marketing and Management

    Nicholas Salerno came to UML for a business degree, but an architectural studies minor allowed him to broaden his horizons.

  • Hope Zouzas
    Accounting and Management Information Systems

    With faculty support, Hope Zouzas won a prestigious $15,000 scholarship and has lined up a post-graduation accounting internship at PwC.

  • Jacob Solomon
    English & Mathematics

    Jacob Solomon is as well-rounded as they come. The honors English and math major is assisting with research in a biology lab.