Let’s celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of UMass Lowell First-Gen #UMLFirst students, faculty and staff.
Justin Baez Peguero is studying business, working three jobs and serving in student government.
Becoming a Red Sox Scholar in middle school set Nicole Carrasco-Cruz on course for her UML degree.
Javier Palma is earning a teaching license along with his B.S. in electrical engineering.
A staff accountant internship at Novogradac confirmed business major Heer Patel’s interest in auditing.
Jamie-Lyn Cavallon won an NSF-funded meteorology internship.
Business student Nadine Chamoun stepped out of her comfort zone for an IT internship. And she’s glad she did.
November 2-7, 2026
Location: O'Leary Library, Suite 100
These books are a special collection from the River Hawks Scholars Academy (RHSA), sharing literary resources that speak to the first-gen experience. Borrowing is the same process. Check-out at the library counter, 4th floor in the O'Leary Library.
Monday, November 2, 2026
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Location: Alumni Hall 102
Join us for pizza and a friendly competition between engineering and science students! Hosted by the Francis College of Engineering and the Kennedy College of Sciences.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Time: 1–3 p.m.
Location: Coburn Hall, Room 255
Join us for First-Gen-themed bingo, connect with fellow students, and compete for River Hawk Dollars! Hosted by the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (FAHSS) and the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences.
Monday, November 2, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Alumni Hall, Room 102
Join Dean Bertie Greer for an evening of dinner, conversation, and networking. Connect with fellow first-generation students and members of the Manning School of Business community. Hosted by the Manning School of Business.
Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 3:30–6 p.m.
Location: Rowdy's Esports Arena, Meehan Student Center
Join your RHSA Peer Leaders for an afternoon of gaming, friendly competition, and connecting with fellow first-generation students! Play popular games such as Roblox Mimic, Murder Mystery 2, and more. Hosted by RHSA Peer Leaders.
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 5–8 p.m.
Location: Campus Recreation Center (CRC) Court
Join RHSA and Greek Life for a dodgeball tournament! Register your team, compete against fellow students, and enjoy an evening of friendly competition. Co-hosted by UMass Lowell Greek Life.
