Meet Our Students

  • Alyssa Puglisi
    Chemical Engineering

    Alyssa Puglisi was awarded a three-year, $75,000 scholarship by Entegris, the second UML student to receive this support from the company.

  • Rachel Record
    Criminal Justice

    Honors student Rachel Record won a full scholarship to law school, thanks to the Legal Studies Program and research and practical experiences.

  • Gabrielle Salvatore
    Bachelor of Liberal Arts, concentrations in education and psychology

    The Bachelor of Liberal Arts program provided Gabrielle Salvatore ’24 with a great foundation for a teaching career.

  • Joe Paquin
    Sound Recording Technology and Music Studies

    An aspiring audio engineer and music teacher, Joe Paquin composed his first choral piece, “Barter,” which was performed at UML’s annual New Music Concert.

  • Sid Iyer
    Plastics Engineering

    Sid Iyer has taken advantage of internships, research opportunities, the DifferenceMaker program and more to pursue his goal: a career in biomedical research and development.

  • Payal Patel
    Biology, UTeach

    When Payal Patel started college as an engineering major, she missed tutoring and teaching – so she decided to make education her career.

  • Dashon Jones
    Physics

    Honors physics alum Dashon Jones ’23 took advantage of research opportunities on and off campus.

  • Grace Chin
    Computer Science

    Great classes and research experience, a professional co-op and a cybersecurity competition are preparing Grace Chin for professional success.

  • Sean Simonini
    Political Science, Biology

    From policy to research, Sean Simonini is making an impact.

  • Campbell Tacey
    History

    Honors history major Campbell Tacey is a commuter student bent on enjoying the full college experience, from research to leading student clubs.

  • Annie Cary
    Biological Sciences

    Annie Cary found herself wading through lakes in search of stickleback fish as part of her immunology research.

  • Malcolm Schrafft
    Music and Theatre Arts

    Honors student Malcolm Schrafft studied his twin passions: music and theater.

  • Caryn McCowan
    Biology

    An interest in genomics took Caryn McCowan ’11 from researching spiders to working at a canine genetics company.

  • Marbella Leal
    Nursing

    An Honors College student fellowship gave Marbella Leal a chance to work with at-risk students and do research with a professor.

  • Mya Neary
    Entrepreneurship & Management

    Mya Neary won an honors fellowship to learn more about running an urban farming nonprofit. Now she’s volunteering with Mill City Grows while developing her own business plan.

  • Varsha Perkins
    Education

    Varsha Perkins loves both her teaching and honors classes.

  • Heer Patel
    Accounting, Finance

    A staff accountant internship at Novogradac confirmed business major Heer Patel’s interest in auditing.

  • Brigid Archibald
    English

    Brigid Archibald always wanted to be a superhero. Now the editor of the student newspaper, The Connector, she sees journalists as today’s heroes.

  • Edina Hirt
    Psychology, Autism Studies

    Honors student Edina Hirt faced hurdles from learning English to battling Hodgkin’s lymphoma while working toward her degree. Still, she won an award for her dedication to community service.

  • Isabella De Souza
    Nursing

    Isabella De Souza has won two scholarships that will allow her to study Spanish abroad, so she can bring multiple languages to her future nursing career.

  • Ariana Brown
    Computer Science

    SoarCS, a summer program for incoming computer science majors, helped shape Ariana Brown’s college experience.

  • Maddie Gear
    Marketing

    Maddie Gear’s favorable first impression of UML steered her to a marketing co-op position at CarGurus.

  • Rena McFall
    Political Science

    Rena McFall led student organizations and gained national and international experience in Washington, D.C., preparing for a future career in international law.

  • David Rosario
    English

    David Rosario says his professors help him to stay focused and motivated.

  • Coral  Gonzalez
    Nursing

    Coral Gonzalez set her sights on becoming a nurse after she was hospitalized in middle school. The Honors College student won one of the first Oprah Winfrey Scholarships to help her succeed.

  • Catherine de Groot
    Marketing

    Catherine de Groot enjoys using her marketing skills to help nonprofits in Lowell.

  • Sophie Combs
    History

    Sophie Combs knows her research is going somewhere: into the online Library of New England Immigration.

  • Matthew Clancy
    Mechanical Engineering

    As a sophomore, Matthew Clancy designed a small satellite with a vital mission: getting children and teens excited about their STEM studies and aerospace careers. Now he’s developing his LEARNsat for NASA launch.

  • Veyli Ortiz Solis
    Criminal Justice

    Veyli Ortiz Solis earned a B.S. in criminal justice in just three years – with a perfect 4.0 GPA.

  • Emmanuel Idehen-Ovabor
    Business and Pre-med

    Inspired by his mother’s careers in health care and business, Emmanuel Idehen-Ovabor is working toward a master’s in health care administration while also pursuing his dream of becoming a pediatrician.

  • Sarah Elizabeth McDermott
    History

    Sarah Elizabeth McDermott is grateful for scholarships that are helping her to graduate debt-free, because in the future she won’t have to say “No” to any opportunities.

  • Thomas Warren
    Mechanical Engineering

    River Hawk Racing President Thomas Warren designed precision robotics for semiconductor manufacturing during a pair of summer internships at Brooks Automation.

  • Rachel Jordan
    Economics

    Rachel Jordan says that discovering the chair of the Economics Department was a woman helped convince her to come to 51Ƶ.

  • Teerth Patel
    Mechanical Engineering

    Teerth Patel had to pinch himself after landing a manufacturing engineering internship at Tesla — just after his internship at Procter & Gamble.

  • Sunilda Frias
    Biology

    Honors College Student Fellow Sunilda Frias is studying biology to help subsistence farmers improve their soil.

  • Colin Ormond
    Political Science

    Driven by a passion for environmental protection, Colin Ormond found his path at 51Ƶ through political science, sustainability research and public policy work.

  • Justin Baez Peguero
    Business

    Justin Baez Peguero is studying business, working three jobs and serving in student government.

  • Abby Mastromonaco
    Plastics Engineering

    Abby Mastromonaco’s passion for sustainability led to a Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy fellowship and research experience in a plastics engineering lab.

  • Nicole Wilson
    Business (finance and management)

    Nicole Wilson ’24 discovered a passion for volunteering while earning a business degree.

  • Madison Reed
    Plastics Engineering

    Madison Reed works as a research assistant with Plastics Engineering Prof. Ramaswamy Nagarajan in the UML Fabric Discovery Center.

  • Benedicta Agyemang-Brantuo
    Chemistry

    Benedicta Agyemang-Brantuo won the 2021 MLK Service Award for starting a club to address health disparities – amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Yonnie Collins
    Exercise Science, Family Health Nurse Practitioner

    With her people-first approach, Yonnie Collins found success in her coursework and her extracurricular activities.

  • Elinor Mayo
    Criminal Justice

    Elinor Mayo has lofty dreams, and Air Force ROTC is helping her find her way to the cockpit.

  • Sofia Savoca
    Civil Engineering

    Sofia Savoca chose 51Ƶ for the opportunity to be in the Honors College and to study civil engineering. She’s found a dozen new opportunities since arriving on campus.

  • Stephanie Ceballos
    Biochemistry

    Whether studying abroad or conducting research, Stephanie Ceballos is making the most out of her 51Ƶ experience.

  • Debby Fernand
    Psychology, Sociology and Race and Ethnic Studies

    Debby Fernand says the River Hawk Scholars Academy has introduced her to friends and faculty mentors – and turned her into a leader herself.

  • Emerson Tully
    Nursing

    Honors nursing major Emerson Tully discovered the power of grant writing as an intern for the Refuge Art School, a nonprofit in Lowell.

  • Kay Wojtowicz
    Mechanical Engineering

    Kay Wojtowicz ’25 is carrying on a family legacy at 51Ƶ by pursuing a Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, focusing on cutting-edge materials research with real-world impact.

  • Kyle Mehan
    Nutritional Science

    Kyle Mehan began researching nutrition when trying to heal his own injuries. Now he promotes a plant-based diet.

  • Shanice Kelly
    Physics and Mechanical Engineering

    Shanice Kelly is a leader in multiple campus clubs because she wants to get more students of color involved in STEM, especially space science programs.

  • Mina Lam
    Finance and Marketing

    Mina Lam added “Japanese Student Association founder” to her already busy schedule.

  • Grace Hansen
    Biology, UTeach

    Grace Hansen is researching sports nutrition and brain injuries.

  • Nicole Karp
    Business (concentrations in international business and marketing)

    Transfer student Nicole Karp has thrived as a leader and mentor at UML, preparing herself for a global career.

  • Megan Salsinha
    Biological Sciences

    Student-athlete Megan Salsinha credits her honors research project and academic coursework for preparing her for medical school.

  • Carolina Reyes
    English – Creative Writing

    Inspired by a summer program, Carolina Reyes is determined to become an English teacher at Lawrence High School.

  • Jeurys Santiago
    Business

    Jeurys Santiago credits his entrepreneurship classes and experiences with helping him launch his networking and marketing company, Minds With Purpose.

  • Kylie  Letendre
    Education, minor in English

    Kylie Letendre, who struggled in school due to ADHD, wants to help children with learning disabilities.

  • Hannah Allgood
    Exercise Science

    Honors student Hannah Allgood came to UML for undergraduate research opportunities.

  • Maddy Roop
    Business

    Maddy Roop transferred to 51Ƶ as a business student looking to launch a music career. But along the way she’s become president of the Student Society for Sustainability.

  • Wonder Ahiatsi
    Quantitative Economics

    Wonder Ahiatsi chose 51Ƶ for its B.S. in quantitative economics.

  • Duc Vu
    Chemistry, UTeach

    Duc Vu discovered his ability to teach in high school, so he signed up for the UTeach program in STEM education.

  • Aya Oulal
    Environmental Science

    Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, Aya Oulal was able to study abroad in Spain, attend COP28 in Dubai and become a resident advisor.

  • Christina  Han
    Criminal Justice

    Christina Han’s work with Multicultural Affairs, her club leadership and her studies in criminal justice converged in her honors capstone: running a “Support Space” for Asian American and Pacific Islander students during a surge in hate crimes.

  • Andre Ragel
    Management

    Ever since moving to Lowell from the Philippines with his mom as a child, Andre Ragel has embraced a sink-or-swim attitude – one that carried the business administration major through a busy first year on campus.

  • Sara Aldahabi
    Biological Sciences

    Between UML’s rigorous coursework and vast extracurricular activities, Sara Aldahabi feels ready to take on dental school.

  • Rhondyna Reth
    Graphic Design

    Rhondyna Reth is blending global experiences, cultural advocacy and graphic design at UML — a path made possible by scholarships and smart financial planning.

  • Cameron McKenzie
    Criminal Justice (History minor)

    Honors transfer student Cameron McKenzie squeezed four study abroad trips into her short time at UML.

  • Emmy Misail
    English – Journalism and Professional Writing

    Emmy Misail won an Honors College creativity fellowship to draw comic strips under the guidance of an art professor.

  • Joshua Walsh
    Environmental Engineering

    An honors seminar led Joshua Walsh to design a drinking water system and solar grid for a center in Haiti.

  • Karam Alafandi
    Karam Alafandi
    History, Pre-med

    Karam Alafandi is studying history on his way to becoming a doctor.

  • Greg Reimonn
    Plastics Engineering

    Greg Reimonn found a faculty mentor to help him research microplastics in waterways, thanks to an honors fellowship.

  • Stephanie Guglielmo
    Mathematics

    Honors student Stephanie Guglielmo is all about studying abroad.

  • Sammy Santana
    Liberal Arts

    With an unbridled passion for learning, Sammy Santana is pursuing his numerous interests through the BLA program.

  • William Boag
    Computer Science

    Computer science alum William Boag ’16, a senior health care data lead for MassHealth, remains deeply engaged with the Honors College through leadership, mentorship and philanthropy.

  • Albert Farah
    Physics, Mathematics

    Albert Farah found multiple paid research experiences at 51Ƶ.

  • Ted Lagrander
    Mechanical Engineering

    Ted Lagrander studied engineering in Germany over the summer.

  • Brianna Atwood
    Plastics Engineering

    Brianna Atwood came to 51Ƶ to study plastics engineering – but she’s done so much more. The honors student started a volunteer program that connects UML students with a local school. She has also participated in the professional co-op program, working on fire-resistant seals for airplanes.

  • Feriel Boudif
    Biological Sciences

    By her sophomore year, Feriel Boudif had secured two paid research assistant positions on campus.

  • Sonakshi Chaudhary
    Biological Sciences

    Sonakshi Chaudhary came to UML planning to transfer. She stayed after falling in love with everything the campus has to offer.

  • Tim  Murphy
    English Literature

    Tim Murphy says his experiences at 51Ƶ have increased his confidence along with his expertise.

  • Dana Ibrahim
    Peace and Conflict Studies & Political Science

    Dana Ibrahim chose 51Ƶ for its peace and conflict studies program, which lets her combine classes across the social sciences and humanities to suit her goal: to become a diplomat and aid refugees.

  • Scott Penfield
    Mechanical Engineering

    Honors mechanical engineering major Scott Penfield has traveled extensively on two continents besides North America – and hopes to add a fourth before long.

  • Marilyn Saha
    Electrical Engineering & Engineering Management

    Her experiences in the Honors College and in a college readiness program, Let’s Get Ready, helped Marilyn Saha get a job at Raytheon Technologies.

  • Twisha Mohapatra
    Business

    Twisha Mohapatra says her experiences in the River Hawk Scholars Academy and the Honors College have boosted her confidence, taught her leadership skills and set her up for academic success.

  • Beatriz Martins
    Marketing and Management

    Honors business student and MLK award-winner Beatriz Martins has learned the value of resilience.

  • Mateo Rull Garza
    Biology

    Mateo Rull Garza immersed himself in research – and published in a leading scientific journal.

  • Tanya Kieu
    Mathematics

    Aspiring math teacher Tanya Kieu ’24 gained real-world teaching experience through the UTeach program.

  • Khadija Mir
    Business Administration

    By participating in the virtual UML Launch! Summer Program, Khadija Mir felt better prepared to begin college remotely during the pandemic.

  • Eric Roy
    Meteorology and Mathematics

    Eric Roy started doing meteorological research on campus the summer after his freshman year – and then won two research internships with government agencies.

  • Noah Mason
    Chemistry

    An introduction to research helped Noah Mason find his passion.

  • Sam DeLap
    Biological Sciences, Mathematics

    Sam DeLap ’21 went from an intern to a lead engineer in just one year at Science Applications International Corporation.

  • Jack Callahan
    Public Health

    Jack Callahan is pursuing a public health degree to improve the lives of as many people as possible.

  • Madison Fusco
    Biological Sciences

    Madison Fusco is helping to make a difference in people’s lives through her biotechnology co-op at Wave Life Sciences.

  • Vanessa Chen
    Computer Science

    Vanessa Chen likes computer science because it’s both logical and creative.

  • Melissa DiPano
    Psychology & Spanish

    A class in cognitive psychology inspired Melissa DiPano to do research with two professors and aim for a Ph.D.

  • Yrvanie Joseph
    Plastics Engineering

    Yrvanie Joseph is grateful for alumni scholarships because they confirm the value of her hard work and academic achievements.

  • Maxwell Aaronson
    Political Science

    Maxwell Aaronson is pursuing international experiences and languages, with the goal of working in the Foreign Service.

  • Sarah Curley
    Accounting

    Affordability drew Sarah Curley to UML, but her experience led to a wealth of opportunities and set her up for an accounting career.

  • Ainsley Skinner
    Biology

    Ainsley Skinner is capping her biology degree with a faculty-led trip to the Galápagos Islands, where she’ll walk in the footsteps of Charles Darwin.

  • Jennifer Dossantos
    Business

    Honors College student Jennifer Dossantos is majoring in business because she’s inspired by her mom.

  • Nadia Eshun
    Political Science

    Political science major Nadia Eshun used her Immersive Scholar award to intern at the Safe Exit Initiative, a nonprofit that supports women leaving the sex trade.

  • Flore  Stécie Norcéide
    Computer Engineering

    Flore Stécie Norcéide won an Oprah Winfrey Scholarship to study computer engineering here.

  • Garrett Perry
    Mechanical Engineering

    The River Hawk Racing club steered Garrett Perry to UML. Now, he’s on course for a career in motor sports.

  • Nicholas Trunfio
    Business

    Nicholas Trunfio immersed himself in history while studying abroad.

  • William Lefebvre
    Climate Change and Sustainability

    From attending COP28 in Dubai to joining the Rist Institute for Sustainability and Energy, William Lefebvre is learning that environmental science is also an art.

  • David Levenson
    Psychology

    David Levenson’s Mock Trial team experience led to a real legal internship.

  • Marita Merheb
    Pharmaceutical Sciences

    As a pharmaceutical sciences major interested in research and business, Marita Merheb pursues all opportunities to advance her goals.

  • Rebecca Mendum
    Mathematics

    After earning two degrees at 51Ƶ, Rebecca Mendum is continuing her education at Harvard University.

  • Melisa Hussain
    English

    Melisa Hussain’s experience as a visibly Muslim teenager inspired her honors thesis.

  • Franchesca Arias
    Sociology & Spanish

    Honors student Franchesca Arias is passionate about studying abroad after completing a summer program in Valencia, Spain.

  • Juana Guerrero
    Nursing

    Juana Guerrero came to UML with strong academic credentials. A support program helped boost her confidence and leadership skills, too.

  • Nancy Chac
    Business

    So far, Honors College student Nancy Chac has signed up for three honors classes every semester. It could be a record.

  • Pablo Ruiz
    Mechanical Engineering and Computer Engineering

    Pablo Ruiz returned to school for a second bachelor’s degree, and he’s going on for his master’s degree, too.

  • Daphne Shakira Naut
    Political Science & Philosophy

    Honors College student Daphne Shakira Naut was already fluent in two languages and had started on two more by the time she finished high school. Here at UML, she’s picked up a fifth language and studied abroad three times – all while supporting herself.

  • Janelle Christopher
    Education

    Janelle Christopher started studying at 51Ƶ at the same time as her mom, Lorraine.

  • Sam Morgan
    Meteorology and Atmospheric Science

    Sam Morgan came to 51Ƶ to study atmospheric science and meteorology. He expanded his education and professional network through experiences with two of the nation’s leading atmospheric sciences organizations.

  • Josiah Gennell
    Finance and Management Information Systems

    Business administration major Josiah Gennell loves music and gaming. He hopes that by becoming an information technology consultant, he’ll have the flexibility to pursue those interests and turn them into a career.

  • Cora Casteel
    Mathematics

    Cora Casteel says mathematics will help her with a career in policing and criminal justice policy.

  • Andrea Patino Galindo
    Finance

    The Honors Program at Middlesex Community College helped Andrea Patino Galindo master English – and transfer to the Honors College at 51Ƶ.

  • Ryan Cormier
    Mechanical Engineering, MBA

    Graduate student Ryan Cormier is enjoying one extra year on campus before joining the workforce.

  • Jamie-Lyn Cavallon
    Meteorology

    Jamie-Lyn Cavallon won an NSF-funded meteorology internship.

  • Fidel Castro
    Computer Engineering

    Honors transfer student Fidel Castro wants to make a name for himself in the field of nanotechnology manufacturing.

  • Pratibha Gautam
    Economics

    Pratibha Gautam’s job at a medical device incubator inspired her to pursue a career in health economics.

  • Douglas Correa Ospina
    Economics and Psychology

    Douglas Correa Ospina plans to combine his studies in psychology and economics to help immigrants and others from marginalized groups become more financially secure.

  • Caroline DeSouza
    Biological Sciences, Economics

    A research opportunity helped Caroline DeSouza see that marine biology was an attainable career.

  • Elliot Johnson
    Applied Biomedical Sciences, MPH in Social and Behavioral Sciences

    Transfer student Elliot Johnson ’25 built a portfolio of global health, entrepreneurship and public service experiences that shaped his commitment to humanitarian innovation.

  • Lawreta Kankam
    Public Health, Pre-med

    Lawreta Kankam is passionate about public health. She plans to go on to medical school so she can provide both care and preventive health programs for underserved groups.

  • Daryle LaMonica
    Biology

    Marine Corps veteran Daryle LaMonica is on the fast track to becoming a doctor through the UMass Medical School Baccalaureate to M.D. Pathway Program.

  • Anthony Amatucci
    Economics and Political Science

    Honors College student Anthony Amatucci leads the UML Marching Band and the Model U.N. team – and still finds time for a double major, a minor and research.

  • Jared Socolow
    Psychology

    Jared Socolow turned his own struggles into a research project that he will present at the annual conference of the Association for Psychological Science.

  • Brendon Aylaian
    Business Management

    Army Rangers veteran Brendon Aylaian is working as a financial specialist for the Air Force.

  • Nazeli Acosta
    Physics

    Nazeli Acosta won a State Department Scholarship to study rural health care in the Dominican Republic.

  • Hannah Casey
    Political Science

    Hannah Casey signed up for the Model U.N. and Mock Trial teams and student government. She interned with a congressional candidate and a defense attorney. Now she’s student body president.

  • Hope Zouzas
    Accounting and Management Information Systems

    With faculty support, Hope Zouzas won a prestigious $15,000 scholarship and has lined up a post-graduation accounting internship at PwC.

  • Olivia Hebert
    Finance and Marketing

    Olivia Hebert discovered a passion for corporate real estate at 51Ƶ.

  • Eleanora Peters
    Education

    Eleanora Peters fell in love with teaching at the Boston Museum of Science.

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