Rowdy’s Esports Arena, a 2,500-square-foot, high-tech gaming facility, has opened its doors at University Crossing, providing students of all skill levels a place to compete, connect and take part in the growing world of college esports.
For the second time in two years, The Wall Street Journal has named UMass Lowell the No. 1 public university in the Bay State. The ranking, included in the WSJ/College Pulse 2026 Best Colleges report, comes on the heels of other accolades to the university issued by U.S. News & World Report and other institutions.
Researchers from UMass Lowell and Florida Gulf Coast University received nearly $100,000 in seed funding across five collaborative research projects.
Music performance alum Matt Corcoran ’13, a classically trained opera tenor, is featured in the Oscar-winning short film “The Singers.”
UMass Lowell’s fast-growing Boxing Club is drawing students from across campus who are looking for a challenging workout, stress relief and a strong sense of community.
Environmental Science major Mars Orfanos has found numerous opportunities at UMass Lowell to support his career ambitions of designing environmentally sustainable buildings.
Rena McFall led student organizations and gained national and international experience in Washington, D.C., preparing for a future career in international law.
Patricia Pham has been able to explore many interests beyond her accounting studies at UMass Lowell, from running the Book Club and Crochet Club to studying abroad and tutoring.
