09/02/2025
By Joseph Hartman
New students are invited to attend New Student Convocation and the Engagement Fair today, September 2 at 11 a.m.
New Student Convocation
New Student Convocation is the formal welcome for all students entering the UMass Lowell academic community. This year we will be welcoming the first-year students on Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 11 a.m. at the Tsongas Center.
Schedule of Events
Processional
Joseph Hartman, Provost Call to Order
Air Force ROTC Detachment 345, Fighting Dogs, Color Guard, Presentation of Colors
UMass Lowell Marching Band, National Anthem
Student Government Association (SGA) President, Welcome
Chancellor Julie Chen, Chancellor’s Remarks
Provost Hartman, Introduction of Academic Deans
Chancellor Chen, Induction of Incoming Students
Student Trustee, Introduction of Keynote Speaker
Keynote Speaker, William Lefebvre '24
Athletics Representative, River Hawk Pride
UMass Lowell Fight Song
Adjournment, Provost Hartman
Dismissal to Lunch, SGA President
Engagement Fair
Join us immediately after New Student Convocation for one of the most vibrant, high-energy events of Weeks of Welcome! The Engagement Fair is your first big opportunity to dive into campus life, meet new people, and explore the many ways to make your time at UMass Lowell unforgettable.
Transportation
There will be additional buses for Convocation: 9:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Shuttle routes
Live shuttle map