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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  • Haris Mukanga
    Haris Mukanga
    Computer Science

    Haris Mukanga’s passion for computer science drew the praise of Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey.

  • Alytah Noum
    Alytah Noum
    Public Health

    For her practicum course experience, Alytah Noum was hired by the Lowell Community Health Center as a community health worker.

  • Suparlan Lingga
    Suparlan Lingga
    Public Health – Health Care Management

    Suparlan Lingga ’17 came to UMass Lowell to further his education in public health. Now he coordinates the Indonesian government’s work with UNICEF to improve child and maternal health, education and safety.

  • Eleanora Peters
    Eleanora Peters
    Education

    Eleanora Peters fell in love with teaching at the Boston Museum of Science.

  • Nicholas Benjamin
    Nicholas Benjamin
    Biology

    Biology major Nicholas Benjamin has a penchant for keeping things healthy and safe — whether it’s people or animals.

  • Patrice Olivar
    Patrice Olivar
    Exercise Physiology & Psychology

    While double-majoring in psychology and exercise physiology, Patrice Faith Olivar has gained both research and practical experience. UMass Lowell has opened more doors than she thought possible.

  • Urdilinya Smith
    Urdilinya Smith
    Art

    Urdilinya Smith helped paint the new mural on South Campus.

  • Mark Lalli
    Mark Lalli
    Chemical Engineering

    In just three years, Commonwealth Scholar and UMass Lowell alumni, Mark Lalli graduated with a B.S. in chemical engineering. Because of his research opportunities at the university, he was able pursue a Ph.D.