Build Skills to Succeed Now and After Graduation

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UMass Lowell is partnering with Braven, a national nonprofit that helps students like you build the skills, confidence and professional network you need to succeed — both now and after graduation.

The Braven partnership aims to provide high-potential students like you with the skills, networks, confidence and experiences to launch you into a strong first job or graduate school. UMass Lowell is committed to delivering on its promise of a career-connected experience, ensuring every student is equipped with real-world learning opportunities that prepare them for life after college. 

The Career Accelerator with Braven will launch on campus in Spring 2026 in the College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences as a for-credit course to 75 students, with plans to grow and serve approximately 450 sophomores and transfer juniors annually by Spring 2030. 

  • 1
    UMass Lowell is the first in New England to offer Braven’s career-connected course
  • 75+
    Students to take the Braven Accelerator in Spring 2026
  • 1,275+
    Fellows to take the Braven Accelerator by Spring 2030
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Raphael Pereira
Spring 2023 Fellow, Rutgers University-Newark

Raphael Pereira now works as a Technology Liaison Analyst for MetLife.

Braven helped me grow so much. The mock interviews boosted my confidence and gave me real insight into what employers are looking for. More than anything, Braven gave me a supportive community that’s been key in starting my career.
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Paola Carchi
Spring 2023 Fellow, The City College of New York

Paola Carchi now works as Human Resources Compliance Coordinator at White Glove Community Care.

My Braven Leadership Coach reminded me that patience and consistency matter. When I was overwhelmed about my future, she shared her own story, helped me see I wasn’t alone—and that perspective gave me the confidence to land my first role in HR.
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Florence Olumodimu
Florence Olumodimu
Scrum Master, Lululemon

Florence volunteers with students at San José State University.

Serving as a Braven Leadership Coach has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career. Watching my mentee’s dedication and enthusiasm turn into real growth was inspiring.
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Priyal Patel
Priyal Patel
Spring 2023 Fellow, Rutgers University-Newark

Priyal Patel now works as Senior Program Integrity Analyst at Zizatek.

Braven gave me the space to grow—personally and professionally. The small group sessions helped me build real connections with my peers, while the larger discussions challenged me with new ideas.
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Ry Beck
Ry Beck
Assistant Executive Director, Delta Sigma Phi

Ry volunteers with students at Rutgers University-Newark.

The opportunity to coach emerging leaders during such a pivotal time in their college journey was incredibly rewarding. Years later, I still keep in touch with members of my coaching group.
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