Physical Therapy and Kinesiology Associate Professor Edgar Torres works with UTeach student Mareena Soliman on a biology activity for ninth-graders from Methuen High School. About 130 students and…
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Chancellor Jacquie Moloney, Dr. Ashish Jha and Vice Chancellor Julie Chen share the Commencement stage during the morning undergraduate ceremony. The sense of normalcy that existed when they began…, The ‘Possibility School’, At Saturday’s morning ceremony for undergraduates in the Francis College of Engineering, the Kennedy College of Sciences and the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences, Jha recounted his improbable…, Honor Roll, The university awarded honorary degrees to Jha and Proctor, along with Brian ’77 and Kim Rist, whose Rist Family Foundation established UML’s first-ever endowed deanship with a $3 million donation;…
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Today, a new effort was launched to rally support for locating the newly-funded federal https://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/advanced-research-projects-agency-for-health-arpa-h/ Advanced Research Projects…, Governor Charlie Baker,, U.S. House Committee on Ways & Means Chair Richard E. Neal, ,, University of Massachusetts President Marty Meehan, , and, MassBio CEO Joe Boncore, . ARPA-H was created by the Biden Administration to accelerate research aimed at preventing and curing diseases ranging from infectious disease, chronic disease, Alzheimer’s, and cancer. The March…, Governor Baker., “We look forward to working with our partners in government, higher education and the vibrant life sciences and health care sectors of our economy to make a strong case for the Commonwealth to be the…, Chairman Neal., “When it comes to healthcare, higher education, and innovation, we are at the forefront of global leadership. Massachusetts is an international hub for medical research and development, which is why…, President Meehan, . “As we have learned throughout the COVID-19 pandemic we need to be faster and more proactive in confronting global health threats, and this new initiative will advance that mission.” “…, MassBio’s Boncore., “Locating ARPA-H’s headquarters here would enable the federal government to tap into our incredible life sciences ecosystem and leverage the Commonwealth’s synergistic network across industries,…
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AMHERST, Mass. – At today’s Undergraduate Commencement at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, U.S. Congressman Jim McGovern called on the Class of 2022 to believe in democracy in today’s…, UMass Amherst Chancellor Kumble R. Subbaswamy, presided at the ceremony, and , UMass President Marty Meehan, conferred degrees to the graduates. Subbaswamy said, “You did it! Whatever it took! Social distancing. Masking up. Zooming classes. Asymptomatic testing. Maybe symptomatic testing. Vaccinating. Then…, Student Speaker, The student speaker was , Emily Przybyla, , a biology major from Ellicott City, Md. Przybyla plans to move to Boston following graduation and apply to physician assistant programs. Przybyla spoke of the historic moments that she and her…, Three Honorary Degrees Conferred, Jerome M. Paros, , an internationally recognized innovator and leader in the field of geophysical measurements, received an honorary doctor of science degree. A member of the UMass Amherst Class of 1960, Paros holds…, Albie Sachs, received an honorary doctor of law degree. Sachs is known for his efforts to extend democratic freedom to all South Africans. He began practicing law at age 21, and his human rights advocacy…, Marcellette G. Williams, , the first woman to lead UMass Amherst as chancellor, ascending to the position in 2001. In addition to stabilizing campus through the trauma of September 11, Williams led the campus through one of…, 21st Century Leaders, Ten graduates were honored as 21st Century Leaders for far-ranging achievement, initiative and social awareness, and a number of them are Commonwealth Honors College (CHC) students. They are: J, asmine Bogle, of Queen Creek, Ariz., with a bachelor’s degree in biomedical engineering; , Elodie Carel, of Wayland, a CHC student who earned a degree in psychology and a Bachelor’s Degree with Individual Concentration in disability studies; , Julia Stone Fox , of Southwick, a CHC student, with dual degrees in political science and environmental science; , Zachary James Glanz, of Sharon with a bachelor’s degree in Middle Eastern Studies with a secondary major in Chinese Language and Literature; , Jacqueline Victoria Grundfast, of Warwick, N.Y., a CHC student, receiving dual degrees: a Bachelor’s Degree with Individual Concentration in biomedical ethics and policy and a degree in psychology, in addition to a minor in…, Alanna Joachim , of Groveland, a CHC student, with a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a minor in engineering management through the Isenberg School of Management; , Sarah Kaunfer, of Wrentham, a CHC student, with a bachelor’s degree in microbiology; , Kanon Kobata , of Saitama, Japan, with a bachelor’s degree in food science with a second Bachelor’s Degree in Individual Concentration in sustainable food business; , Adam Maciej Lechowicz, of Bridgewater, a CHC student, who earned dual degrees in computer science and political science; and , Obinnaya, , Okereke, of Marblehead with a bachelor’s degree in public health., Jack Welch Scholars, Two graduating seniors were recognized during the commencement ceremony for their leadership and executive ability as Jack Welch Scholars. , Zachary Evan Carter, from Northborough graduated with a major in operations and information management; and , Raveena Dookhan, , a CHC student from Franklin, who graduated with a degree in biomedical engineering and minors in engineering management and math.
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BOSTON – The five-campus University of Massachusetts system research enterprise grew to $752 million in fiscal year 2021, shattering the previous high of $687 million set only a year earlier,…, UMass President Marty Meehan, said. “The discoveries being made on each of our campuses today will power the Massachusetts innovation economy of tomorrow while confronting challenges ranging from public health to climate change…, UMass Amherst researchers, funded by NIH and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration are working to address the opioid epidemic from several angles. , UMass Boston researchers, funded by NIH are working with the Dana Farber Institute to examine how exercise helps Black and Hispanic patients recover from chemotherapy. , UMass Dartmouth researcher, s funded by the U.S. Navy are developing underwater autonomous vehicle technology that will support the blue economy and offshore wind industry . , UMass Lowell researchers, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy are helping to reduce plastic films through upcycling , the conversion of discarded materials into products of higher value than the original. , UMass Chan Medical School researchers, funded by NIH are testing the performance of at-home COVID-19 tests . The largest increases came at UMass Chan Medical School, where total research and development expenditures reached $347 million…, System Chancellor Katherine Newman, . “This continued growth in our research and development enterprise demonstrates the soundness of our strategy and the excellence of our people.” The “NEXT” reports covered areas of research that…
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From left to right: Professors Pratima Prasad, Mark Warren and Laurel Wainwright UMass Boston Chancellor , Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, has announced this year’s winners of the Chancellor's Awards for Distinguished Scholarship, Teaching, and Service. Each year the university celebrates the excellence of its faculty by recognizing…, Chancellor's Award for Distinguished Scholarship, Professor , Mark Warren, , Department of Public Policy and Public Affairs, , , has made a significant impact on crucial issues for disadvantaged communities across the nation. In addition to his teaching, Professor Warren has dedicated his career to community engagement, racial…, Chancellor's Award for Distinguished Teaching, With 36 years at UMass Boston, Professor of Psychology , Laurel Wainwright, has been a stellar example of providing accessible, engaging, and compassionate education with a student-centered teaching perspective. As a psychology professor, she has taught more than 14 courses…, Chancellor's Award for Distinguished Service, In addition to her responsibilities as an associate dean of the College of Liberal Arts and an associate professor of French, , Pratima Prasad , has developed a plethora of student success initiatives to capture the best of UMass Boston’s community over the years. Her vigorous work to strengthen her field of scholarship by increasing the…
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MG Xiong sits on top of UMass Boston sign, MG Xiong, , originally from Anchorage, Alaska, came to Boston because of its higher education offerings, has been named the Class of 2022 John F. Kennedy Award winner, the highest honor bestowed on a…, Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, congratulated Xiong for their “extraordinary achievements at UMass Boston.” Xiong will graduate from UMass Boston on May 27, 2022 with a B.A. in Philosophy and Public Policy and minors in Spanish…
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Energy engineering Ph.D. students Benard Tabu, center, and Visal Veng accept an $8,000 S.E.E.D. Fund grant for their Green Fertilizer project while Rist Institute for Sustainability & Energy…, Interactive Plant Wall:, Rosemary Louro, a junior public health major, received $10,000 to install a plant wall — a vertical garden with a built-in irrigation system — in a building on campus. “Academic studies show…, Green Schools Energy Modeling:, With support from a $10,000 S.E.E.D. grant, UML mechanical engineering students will build a computer model of the energy systems in a Lowell public school building, providing a roadmap for energy-…, Green Fertilizer:, Energy engineering Ph.D. students Benard Tabu, Samuel Alpert and Visal Veng received $8,000 to install and test their environmentally friendly, on-demand fertilizer system at the Rist Urban…, Food Forest:, Mechanical engineering major Alana Smith received $7,500 to grow a seven-layer “permaculture design for edible plants” in the backyard of the Centers for Women and Work, located at 150 Wilder St. on…, Labyrinth Garden:, Assistant Director of Student Life & Well-Being Hannah Monbleau received $7,500 to create a quiet and reflective space on campus where students can improve five of the dimensions of wellness:…, Eco-Informed Engineering Design for a Sustainable Future:, Mechanical Engineering Assoc. Prof. Hansen-Christopher Christopher Hansen received $5,000 to license the ANSYS Granta EduPack, a software tool that enables undergraduate students to compare the…, Green Dream Dorm:, Environmental science major Isabella Giesing received $2,000 for her project to reduce energy usage in residential buildings. The project, which was RISE climate mitigation challenge recognized…
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Students from Mill City Consulting, a venture created in their Internship in Entrepreneurship course, share their ideas to attract more students with Cobblestones owner Scott Plath, left, during a…
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BOSTON – Five outstanding University of Massachusetts faculty have been awarded the 2022 Manning Prize for Excellence in Teaching for their exemplary dedication to students and the university. The…, UMass Lowell alumni Rob and Donna Manning, established the Manning Prize in 2016, to honor UMass professors who excel in teaching and service. With the selection of this year’s honorees, thirty-five UMass faculty members now have the distinct honor of being Manning Prize…, Rob Manning, a 1984 graduate of UMass Lowell and current chairman of the UMass Board of Trustees, . “Donna and I are immensely grateful for the teachers and mentors we encountered when we were students, so we’re happy to highlight these faculty members for their powerful impact on the students’…, UMass President Marty Meehan., “We are deeply grateful to the Mannings for their generosity aimed at diversifying the next generation of UMass students, expanding our world-class facilities, and honoring our outstanding faculty…, UMass Amherst, Lorraine Cordeiro, PhD, Director of the Center for Research on Families Associate Professor of Nutrition, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Lorraine Cordeiro, Associate Professor in Nutrition and Director of the Center for Research on Families, is a community-engaged scholar who describes herself as “an educator, a scientist, a first-…, UMass Boston, Hugh Charles O’Connell, PhD, Professor of English, College of Liberal Arts Director, Composition Program, Professor Hugh O’Connell is an exemplary scholar who transforms the classroom as a space that is not just a place for traditional learning but serves to provide active support for students to advance…, UMass Dartmouth, Jennifer Wilson Mulnix, PhD, Chairperson of Philosophy Department & Professor of Philosophy, Dr. Jennifer Wilson Mulnix is Professor of Philosophy, Chairperson of the Philosophy Department, and Faculty of the Honors College. Dr. Mulnix joined UMass Dartmouth in 2006 and has actively…, UMass Lowell, Khalilah Reddie, PhD, Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry, Kennedy College of Sciences, Dr. Khalilah Reddie, Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry in UMass Lowell’s Kennedy College of Sciences, is the recipient of several teaching awards. In 2016 and 2018, she received the University…, UMass Chan Medical School, Pang-Yen Fan, MD, Professor of Medicine, Pang-Yen Fan has been a highly productive member of UMass Chan Medical School’s academic faculty since 1993. A gifted transplant nephrologist, he has contributed at every level of medical education,…
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