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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English & Environmental StudiesMary Everett combined her interest in environmental science with a love of writing. An honors fellowship gave her the support to write a group of short stories – which won her admission to a top-ranked M.F.A. program in creative writing.
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PhysicsTriple River Hawk Rigel Cappallo ’13, ’16, ’19 went from pianist to physicist.
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MathematicsFor Nhuy Phan, an aspiring math teacher who emigrated from Vietnam, "mathematics is a universal language."
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Exercise ScienceExercise science alum Alex Sarazen ’17 went on to chiropractic school and now treats athletes at his own clinic. He also teaches classes at the University of Alabama in Huntsville.
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Business, MarketingImmersive Scholar Jack Barron is sharpening his marketing skills with the Office of the Provost.
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International Business and FinanceMedi Woldemichael plans to use her business degree to grow her family’s coffee export business in Ethiopia.
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EducationMichael Aloisi always knew that he wanted to teach. The College of Education is helping him discover all the ways that he can do it – even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Digital MediaFahad Alden found his niche at UMass Lowell by joining student government.