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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Meteorology and Atmospheric ScienceMichael Souza ’13, ’14 is the go-to meteorologist at the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency.
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Business AdministrationKatie Sanchez ’20 is a step closer to her goal of becoming a chartered financial analyst after being accepted into Boston Scientific’s financial leadership development program.
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HistoryKady Phelps came to UMass Lowell to major in education, but history caught up with her. She earned her master’s degree in history and the Excellence in Students Cultural Heritage Award for her work on an exhibit about Portuguese immigration to Lowell.
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Electrical EngineeringGeorge Dylan Bistany completed his master’s degree abroad in fall 2019 at the Czech Technical University in Prague.
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Community Social PsychologyJohana Reyes cofounded a nonprofit to help preserve the Amazon rainforest.
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NursingJessica Dossantos chose UMass Lowell for its patient simulation labs – and because her twin sister liked the university, too.
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Nutritional ScienceA first-generation college student, Jeremy Duford was nervous about starting college. He says the River Hawk Scholars Academy was a tremendous support.