UMass Dartmouth Alumni

Partnering with the Whale and Dolphin Conservation, computer science students developed an educational video game to help endangered whales while preserving the industry! 🐳🎮
The game highlights a new type of fishing gear that significantly reduces the risk of accidentally entangling right whales while allowing economically essential fishing communities to thrive.

UMassD computer science students help save the North Atlantic right whale

As the CFO of Vineyard Offshore, Ryan Wallace '06 is making waves of change from a financial standpoint & shaping new horizons in the industry 🌊
With a deep-rooted connection to his alma mater, he credits his professional success to the education he received as a major in the UMass Dartmouth Charlton College of Business.
Read about Wallace's journey here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wLoj1

Our new alumni are starting their successful careers! ✨
Two 2024 engineering PhD graduates, Shabnam Mohammadshahi, PhD '24 & Shayan Razi, PhD '24, are moving on to highly competitive postdoctoral research & tenure-track faculty positions at New Mexico State University and Stanford University.
Keep making us ! 💙

Newly minted PhDs receive prestigious post-doc, tenure-track faculty appointments

Win the rep for Corsair Football at our annual Football Golf Tournament! 🏈⛳
Last season, the team earned their second straight conference regular season title, securing a spot in the New England Bowl series for the second time in the last three years. As the team prepares for the 2024 season, your support will ensure their culture of winning continues! 🏆
Purchase a foursome & learn more here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wL6uO

You can make an impact at 💙
Stay connected to your alma mater by volunteering for activities that bring the UMassD community together, like networking with our current students.
Learn about volunteering opportunities here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wLh45

Honoring a legacy of education 💙
John Babbitt & family commemorate his mother & father, who served on the Board of Trustees during 's early days as Southeastern Massachusetts Technological Institute (SMTI), by establishing a scholarship for current engineering students.
Read more about the the Babbitt family here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wLeDW

The Class of 2024 turned inspiration into action 💙
Robert Hale's generous gift extended to undergraduates during Commencement has inspired a wave of generosity as graduates responded to his call to give back, changing the way they value philanthropy.
Read about how the Class of 2024 is giving back ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wLckE

We're seeking new members for our Alumni Board! 🗳️
By joining the Alumni Board, you can create opportunities to connect, engage, & support the UMass Dartmouth alumni community!
Submit your nomination today! ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wLa6h

Our newest alumni are making us ! 💙
Months after Commencement, the Class of 2024 embraced Robert Hale’s philanthropic challenge in a variety of ways. From supporting local nonprofit organizations to repaying family members for their support, these recent graduates held up their end of the deal and felt the impact they made with their kindness.
Read more here ⬇️

Turning inspiration into action: UMass Dartmouth’s Class of 2024 gives back

Win the rep for Corsair Football at our annual Football Golf Tournament! 🏈⛳
Last season, the team earned their second straight conference regular season title, securing a spot in the New England Bowl series for the second time in the last three years. As the team prepares for the 2024 season, your support will ensure their culture of winning continues! 🏆
Learn more here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wL6uO

is calling you home this Fall 🍂
On October 25 & 26, return to Ring Road for our favorite weekend of the year, featuring a tailgate, fun activities, & more for the entire UMassD community! 💙
Stay tuned for Blue & Gold Weekend updates ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wL4po

When Shaunna Lai '05 felt her dream of becoming a nurse was out of reach, scholarships paved the way for her education, leading to a successful 21-year career at Brigham and Women's Hospital.
Now, she's inspired to pay it forward to current students in the same way.
Read her inspiring story ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wL1fS

That "just graduated" feeling 🎓✨
Your support ensures every graduate can cross that stage feeling accomplished in the classroom & ready for their future careers.
Make a gift by June 30 to be counted among this fiscal year's supporters ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wL0lM

Summer kicked off in style for alumni at Cisco Brewers New Bedford, & we've got the photos to prove it 📸⬇️
It was great to see our friends! Stay tuned for news on more alumni events!
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At , we help students launch their futures, & so can you! 🚀✨
Ensure every student has the opportunity to toss their graduation cap in the air & celebrate a bright future ahead.
Make a difference by June 30 ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wKTMd

Catching up with Silavong Phimmasone '19 💼
This former Student Trustee & 2019 Commencement speaker learned to be a champion of versatility at , which jumpstarted his career & helped him climb up ranks at Citizens.
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Read more ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wKT4O

Making waves 🌊
Faculty researchers at 's SMAST have received a $4.9 million grant from this year's NOAA Fisheries Atlantic Sea Scallop Research Set-Aside (RSA) program!
This grant will help support research that informs fishery management decisions & foster collaboration between the fishing industry & scientific community, leading to more informed and effective management of scallop resources.

SMAST faculty receive $4.9 million through sea scallop research program

Grab a slice & stay a while 🍕
Reconnect with fellow alumni over pizza & raise your glass to good times, old & new!

📅 June 25
🕖 6 PM
📍 Jack's Coal Fired Pizza in Burlington, MA

Register here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wKNok

Making a paw-some impact 🐾
Electrical engineering graduate Hailey Williams '24 held up her end of the deal with philanthropist Robert Hale by using her surprise Commencement gift to help Luna, a Doberman with a rare autoimmune disease, at Forever Paws Animal Shelter. Aside from her love for animals, Williams was inspired to give back in this way after bonding with on-campus rescue dog, Gracie!
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UMass Dartmouth grad uses gift to help dog at Fall River shelter Last month, billionaire philanthropist Rob Hale surprised each University of Massachusetts Dartmouth graduate with $1,000.

Missed our Summer Kick-Off at Cisco? You can still join us at Jack's Coal Fired Pizza in Burlington, MA for Alumni Night! 🍕
Stop by after work on June 25 at 6 PM for appetizers, drinks, & a great time! 🍻

Kick off summer at Cisco Brewers New Bedford TODAY at 1 PM! 🌤️🌊
Reconnect with fellow alumni & enjoy craft brews by the water on a sunny Saturday! 🍻
Didn't register? Walk-ins are welcome!

Students 🤝 Alumni
Out of 275 entries, two CVPA UMass Dartmouth MFA students (Anis Beigzadeh & Jenny Peace) & three alumni (Fallon Navarro '24; Julie Peck '94; & Leah Bearce Guerin '96, MAE '04) were selected to participate in a Regional Ceramics Exhibition titled "Earthworks: Tradition, Influence, Innovation" in Concord, MA.
Congratulations! 💙💛
Read more below ⬇️

CVPA students and alumni featured in ceramics exhibition

Since graduating from with her PhD in , Dr. Rayna Letourneau, PhD '17 shared how her time at granted her the success of her current work as an experienced nurse educator & offered helpful advice for those considering furthering their education 🏥💉
Read more about Dr. Letourneau ⬇️

Nursing PhD Alumni Series: Dr. Rayna Letourneau, PhD '17, RN

Finally feeling like summer on Ring Road.
Happy June, Corsairs! 🌞

Kick off the summer with us THIS Saturday, June 8! 🍻🌴
From 1 PM to 4 PM, join us at Cisco Brewers New Bedford to catch up with fellow alumni & have a great time overlooking the water 🌊
Come enjoy the sunshine with us! 🌤️🕶️
Register here ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wKoYm

Class of 2024—your career starts here! 🎓✨
You may no longer be students, but you'll always be part of the community as alumni. Join the Corsair Network to find jobs, network with other successful alumni, & stay connected to your alma mater! 💙💛
Create your profile here! ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wKly0

Still reliving this amazing moment 🎓✨
Check out this Fortune article about CEO of Granite Telecommunications Robert Hale & his wife, Karen, surprising our with $1000! ⬇️

Billionaire gives UMass graduates $1,000 each—but they have to give half of it away On stage, billionaire philanthropist Rob Hale surprised the graduating class of more than 1,000 by pointing to a nearby truck holding envelopes stuffed with cash.

Enjoy a great day of golf & support students? It's a win-win ⛳🏌️
On June 10, join us at the Country Club of for our annual Corsair Classic Golf Outing. Tee up to work on your golf game & support student scholarships!
Learn more here! ➡️ https://brnw.ch/21wKdgF