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.
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Public HealthErlande Fevrier interned in the Office of Outreach and Prevention at Medford City Hall, helping people access health services.
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NursingMiranda Melo feels well prepared for her nursing career. Her past clinical rotations included working at Lowell General Hospital, Winchester Hospital, Holy Family Hospital and the Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of New England.
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Criminal JusticeCarley Bennet looks to capitalize on her Washington Center internship experience as she pursues a career in homeland security.
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EnglishTaylor Carito signed up to work on The Connector, the student newspaper, at the beginning of freshman year. Now she’s editor-in-chief, and her involvement has shaped her college experience.
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Computer ScienceVanessa Chen likes computer science because it’s both logical and creative.
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Bachelor of Liberal Arts: Art and PsychologySandi DeRuntz invented ZipperBuddy, an aid for people with disabilities, through an interdisciplinary class and DifferenceMaker.
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Radiological Sciences and ProtectionDouble River Hawk Cassia Fontes’ work with the Radiation Safety Office has set her apart in the job market.
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Business AdministrationNisarg Jhaveri is learning all about global supply chain operations — and how to work remotely with colleagues in far-flung locations — in his summer internship with Dell Technologies.