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Congratulations to Chief Procurement Officer David Cho for being honored as the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce Pacesetters Champion of the Year!

David and his team were recognized for their hard work in increasing university spending with diverse suppliers and enhancing the overall efficiency of the university 🏆💙.

🌳 Want to make the most of the summer sun? 🌞 Stroll through UMass Lowell's sustainability trails on the North, East, and South campuses. Discover the Arboretum, greenhouse, and pollinator gardens while enjoying breathtaking views of the , historic mill buildings, the Hydroelectric Dam, vibrant campus murals and more! Click the link for more information on the trails: https://brnw.ch/21wKHqW

This past Saturday was 🌊🐚, a reminder of the importance of protecting our marine ecosystems.

In line with this mission, UMass Dartmouth School for Marine Science & Technology (SMAST) faculty recently received $4.9 million from NOAA Fisheries Service sea scallop research program. These projects will lead to more informed and effective management of scallop resources through research and collaboration withe the fishing industry. For more, check out the article here: https://brnw.ch/21wKD6I
UMass Dartmouth | UMass Dartmouth College of Arts and Sciences | NOAA Fisheries New England/Mid-Atlantic

The UMass Chan Medical School proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of its new education and research building, a cutting-edge facility set to transform and at the Commonwealth's public medical school.

The nine-story biomedical research and education facility sits at the center of the campus. It will expand research space to accommodate more than 70 principal investigators as well as add educational and conference spaces to support the missions of all three graduate schools on campus.

Yesterday UMass Chan Medical School's celebrated their hard work and perseverance at 🩺 🎉.

Your commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient care has prepared you to make a significant impact in the world of medicine and beyond. We are so excited to see where your journey takes you next! 💙 🤍
Governor Maura Healey | UMass Chan Medical School Alumni

Congratulations to this ! 👏🩺

🎓Omar Taweh ‘24 has been working to support refugees, pursuing emergency medicine, and advocating for social justice. Before attending UMass Chan Medical School Taweh lived in Jordan on a Fulbright student research scholarship, working with Syrian and Palestinian refugees at the biggest refugee camp in Jordan. This experience led him to discover his love for medicine and inspired him to apply to medical school.

Taweh shares, “I want to learn not only why my patient broke their foot, but why they kept walking on it after it was broken. If it’s connected to their socioeconomic status, I’ve suddenly uncovered a whole bucket of worms. The emergency department isn’t going to solve that right away, but it’s at least the place where we can document its presence and make patients feel safe.”

Taweh currently works as the director of communications for the Worcester Refugee Assistance Project (WRAP) and volunteers with the IRIS - Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services. This past March, he matched in emergency medicine at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where he will continue to be a . Congratulations Omar! 🌟

More than 19,000 undergraduate and graduate students received their degrees this spring during ceremonies across the 5 campuses.

UMass President Marty Meehan shared how UMass graduates positively impact the beyond the classroom. Most of these graduates will stay in Massachusetts and join over 360,000 in-state alumni to build careers, start businesses and establish their lives. To learn more, read the op-ed linked below:

UMass graduates contribute more than knowledge to Mass. economy. Here’s why (Viewpoint) A UMass graduate is more likely to stay in Massachusetts for the long-term. For the Commonwealth – or a company - an investment in UMass and its students is a long-term investment that pays off for all of us.

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave individuals who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Let's take a moment to reflect on their selfless service and express our gratitude to those who continue to protect our nation. 🇺🇸 💙

UMass Boston's is riding that "just graduated" wave! 🌊 🎓 Your hard work and perseverance has brought you to this incredible milestone. Take pride in all you’ve accomplished and look forward to the future of endless possibilities. Congratulations to all the graduates! We are so proud of you! 💙 UMass Boston Alumni

Let's hear it for the UMass Amherst graduating !🎓 🎉

As you head into this next chapter, know that the skills, knowledge, and experiences you've gained at have prepared you to make a positive difference in the world. The possibilities are endless, whether you're entering the workforce, continuing your education, or embarking on new adventures.

Go out and shine, Class of 2024! 🌟 We can't wait to see what amazing things you will achieve. Chancellor Javier Reyes

Let’s give a standing ovation to today’s ! 👏

🎓Eden Olayiwole ‘24 is a Nigerian student graduating with a BA in Communication and Physcology. While studying at UMass Amherst, Olayiwole wrote a full-length screenplay for her Honor’s Thesis Project titled, “Let's Share the Grace,” about a young Nigerian girl growing up in church and having to contextualize her Christian faith for herself.

Congratulations Eden, we can’t wait to see what other stories you tell!

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Congratulations to the Dartmouth and UMass Law ! 🎉🎓

From late-night study sessions to groundbreaking environmental science research and dedication to public service in the pursuit of justice, your journey has been nothing short of inspiring.

We look forward to seeing you future leaders and changemakers go out into the world and make a positive impact. Go Corsairs!

Celebrating this CLAW-SOME graduate as today’s !🦞

🎓Seth Shea '24 of UMass Dartmouth is a lobsterman turned environmental engineer. His experience as a lobsterman led to his interest in environmental engineering and environmental resource conservation. 's environmental resources engineering concentration was exactly what he was looking for.

Shea says, "I could see the changes that were happening in fishing patterns, and to the coastline as a result of climate change…witnessing these changes made me interested in how we can manage and mitigate the effects of climate change and build sustainable solutions that work with the natural environment instead of against it.”

Congratulations on all of your hard work! 🌟
UMass Dartmouth Alumni

This trailblazer is today's !

🎓Jehan Senai Worthy JD candidate '24, is the first UMass Law student representative on the UMass Board of Trustees. Before attending the Commonwealth’s only public law school, Worthy earned a master's in teaching and taught high school history for seven years. She currently holds positions with the UMass Law Alumni Association and the American Bar Association.

When speaking about her time at , Worthy says, "What I love about UMass Law is that it feels like home, I feel very connected to the community, my professors, and classmates. I have enjoyed so many of my classes and have loved working with many of my professors."

Worthy's next steps include taking the New York Bar Exam and practicing law in New York. We look forward to seeing how she continues to shine after graduation! 👏

It's official - welcome to the coolest club in town, alum family! 🎓 Shout out to all you amazing grads from UMass Lowell - you did it! 🙌 Check out these highlights from this past weekend's commencement.

The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and the vibes are on point at UMass Boston. It's like Mother Nature hit the 'perfect weather' button today! Get outside and soak up some vitamin D 😎 ☀️

Meet the six UMass Amherst undergraduates named Spring 2024 Rising Researchers!

From the research lab to center stage, these rising stars are not just pushing boundaries in research and creativity, but also potentially paving the way for breakthroughs in combatting antibiotic resistance, discovering more effective disease treatments, and developing more sustainable food choices.

Meet the :
- Adam Charest '24, microbiology and German
- Ramita (Mimi) Dhamrongsirivadh '24, computer science
- Owen Hurlbut Lesk '25, biochemistry and molecular biology
- Claudia Maurino '24, theater and women, gender, sexuality studies
- Sophia Millan '24, biomedical engineering
- Xiaoke Xiang '25, food science

https://brnw.ch/21wJkXD

UMass Amherst Commonwealth Honors College

Spring 2024 Rising Researchers Announced | UMass Amherst From the research lab to the theater stage, the six UMass Amherst undergraduates named Spring 2024 Rising Researchers are pushing boundaries and exercising their creative muscles.

May your coffee be strong, your notes organized, and your mind sharp.

Good luck to UMass Lowell students on their ! Remember to prioritize taking study breaks and eating good food to fuel your body & brain 🧠📚. You got this!

This , we're taking you back to UMass Boston's campus during the '70s and '80s. Enjoy!

Congratulations to UMass Amherst's 31st Chancellor Javier Reyes. 👏🎉

Born in Mexico City and the first Hispanic chancellor at UMass Amherst, President Marty Meehan discusses the importance of Reyes's appointment: https://commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/umass-comings-and-goings-reflect-impact-of-immigrants/

UMass comings and goings reflect impact of immigrants UMass leaders are living proof of the incredible impact immigrants make on some of our most important institutions.

Shout out to UMass Lowell for receiving the prestigious 2024 John Gould Education Workforce Training Award from the Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM)! 🏆

UMass Lowell is being recognized for its unwavering commitment to innovation and community impact, with research funding doubling to $117 million in the past decade, a cutting-edge manufacturing program in the works, and the Lowell Innovation Network Corridor (LINC) bringing jobs and opportunities.

"As the top public university in the state for student outcomes, UMass Lowell is proud to educate and prepare the next generation of workers across multiple industries," said Chancellor Julie Chen.

Keep up the fantastic work, inspiring minds and shaping the future!

UMass Lowell Earns 2024 Gould Award Named the No. 1 public school in the Commonwealth by the Wall Street Journal, research and development expenditures at UMass Lowell have more than doubled in the past decade to $117 million.

Happy ! 🌱🌎

Enjoy these beautiful photos from our UMass campuses as we continue to blossom into Spring. 🌸

Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School are fighting the threat of antibiotic resistance.🦠💊

The overuse of antibiotics to treat bacterial infections has contributed to the rise of antibiotic-resistant infections commonly known as "superbugs". It’s estimated 1.27 million died globally from superbugs in 2019. But there's hope!

Groundbreaking research conducted by UMass Chan researchers sheds light on potentially new ways to kill bacteria using non-antibiotic drugs. For more check out the The Conversation US article below: https://brnw.ch/21wIWih 🔬

Drugs that aren’t antibiotics can also kill bacteria − new method pinpoints how There are many ways to kill microbes that cause dangerous infections. Combining genetic screening with machine learning can help researchers identify new antimicrobials.

UMass Law continues to shine, ranking among the nation's top law schools for practical training by the National Jurist's PreLaw Magazine ⭐🏆.

For the second consecutive year, UMass Law ranks 2nd among ABA-accredited law schools in Massachusetts and 3rd in New England for its program of practical legal training ⚖️.

Read about this prestigious recognition: https://brnw.ch/21wISuh

UMass Law repeats strong practical training ranking by preLaw magazine A- ranking places law school 2nd in MA and 3rd in New England for