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.

  • Andreas Himariotis
    Exercise Science

    A scholarship introduced Andreas Himariotis to research – and a possible career as a sports researcher.

  • Khairi Sears
    Business

    UML men’s lacrosse player Khairi Sears shines on the world stage with Team Jamaica – and on campus.

  • Joe Mendes
    Biology

    Honors pre-med biology major Joe Mendes has taken a leading role with UML Emergency Medical Services.

  • Sundus Siddique
    MPH in Epidemiology, Doctor of Science in Public Health Candidate

    Sundus Siddique, a physician and public health researcher, has published studies and presented at conferences about healthy workplaces.

  • Debby Fernand
    Psychology, Sociology and Race and Ethnic Studies

    Debby Fernand says the River Hawk Scholars Academy has introduced her to friends and faculty mentors – and turned her into a leader herself.

  • Sara Aldahabi
    Biological Sciences

    Between UML’s rigorous coursework and vast extracurricular activities, Sara Aldahabi feels ready to take on dental school.

  • Corrina Quaglietta
    Nursing

    Honors nursing student Corrina Quaglietta studied abroad in San Sebastian, Spain, the summer after her freshman year. The experience turned her into a huge booster of study abroad.

  • Rameez Shaikh
    Biology

    Rameez Shaikh ’21 has been accepted by more than six dental schools, thanks to mentoring by Chemistry Assoc. Teaching Prof. Khalilah Reddie.