Newsletter
This year has been a period of significant transition for BDIC, with notable changes in our leadership team.
In spring 2024, BDIC welcomed Jacqueline Castledine as our new director. Jacqueline joined BDIC as a faculty member and advisor in fall 2023. She teaches the Proposal Writing class and Junior Year Writing while advising students and mentoring our team of peer advisors. She has become an integral part of our program, and we are eager to see the positive impact she will continue to make in her leadership role.
At the end of the fall 2023 semester, Tom Brashear-Alejandro stepped down from his role as BDIC director. Tom has been an integral part of BDIC's journey, starting as a sponsor over 20 years ago, then becoming a supervisor, and finally serving as director since 2019. His enthusiasm, creative problem-solving skills, and unwavering commitment to BDIC's success has left a lasting impact on the department. We are profoundly grateful for his contributions and dedication.
At the end of the summer, Joe Bartolomeo retired as associate provost of interdisciplinary studies. His visionary leadership in integrating BDIC with other interdisciplinary programs on campus has significantly elevated our profile. His efforts have been instrumental in shaping the future of BDIC, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to Tom and Joe for their exceptional service and commitment.

DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE
When I joined the BDIC program in fall 2023, I believed it represented the idealism of a generation of educators who, in the early 1970s, trusted that good things happen when we encourage students to follow their intellectual curiosities. As alums already know (and I soon learned), this characterization does not begin to describe the value of a program that disrupts traditional disciplinary boundaries and encourages us to consider our place in the world beyond our Amherst campus. International Government, Humanity and Community Building and Engineering Social Justice are just two of the inspiring concentrations created by 2024 graduates who demonstrate the critical and creative thinking students need to succeed today and well into the future.
BDIC continues its innovative programming this fall with exciting initiatives that engage students while also preparing them for rewarding careers. To meet interest in a broad range of design-related concentrations, we are offering the Interdisciplinary Design course, where students consider points of intersection within a range of design disciplines. Students are also using the BDIC Student Advisory Board to plan and sponsor events hosted in our popular new(ish) home at 350 Campus Center Way. Perhaps most importantly, following a highly successful BDIC alumni networking event last spring (dailycollegian.com/2018/04/bdic-program-hosts-alumni-networking-event), we continue our work with Career Services to focus on the futures of BDIC majors. Knowing that our alumni have a wealth of experience to share, we are exploring opportunities to connect your knowledge and experience with our undergraduates. So please be on the lookout in coming months for communication about opportunities for you to inspire our students and give back to BDIC.
These and other recent community-building initiatives point to the vitality of our program and its ability to adapt and excel in a changeable world. But it takes more than the efforts of faculty, students, and alumni to sustain BDIC. Special thanks go to Associate Director Rebecca Schwartz and Office Manager Megan Leary, whose support and hard work keep our ambitious plans on track!
-Jacqueline Castledine, Director BDIC

NOTE FROM THE ASSOCIATE PROVOST
By the time this newsletter appears, I will have officially retired from UMass Amherst, but I wanted to take this opportunity to say how gratifying and inspiring it has been to become more familiar with BDIC over the past few years. I have been enormously impressed by the creativity and initiative of our students, and the dedication and expertise of our faculty and staff. You will be in good hands this year under the oversight of Senior Vice Provost John Wells and the direction of Jacqueline Castledine. From my new home in Boston, I will continue to share my admiration for BDIC and its mission whenever I have the chance.
-Joe Bartolomeo, Emeritus Associate Provost of Interidisciplinary Studies
GREETINGS FROM CAREER SERVICES

As BDIC alumni, you share a unique bond as you forge your own paths. Staying connected can significantly enrich your career development. That’s why we are excited to encourage you to join Connect UMASS (connectumassalumni.com), our vibrant alumni network!
Networking is a critical factor in job placement and accounts for 70 to 85 percent of all jobs filled (source: LinkedIn's 2022 Global Talent Trends Report). Join Connect UMASS today to engage and grow professionally.
As a reminder, BDIC Careers provides 1:1 advising for alumni who graduated within the last year (email jamiles@umass.edu for an appointment). Visit umass.edu/careers/students-alumni for a list of curated resources for UMass Amherst alumni of all ages.
Interested in becoming a mentor? BDIC Careers is looking for alumni of all ages interested in supporting the career growth of our current students. Reach out to Joanna Miles (jamiles@umass.edu) for more information.
-Joanna Miles, Associate Director Professional Transitions
NEW TO BDIC

Sam Tarplin, our new Proposal Writing Class instructor,
is a familiar face at BDIC. After graduating from the program with a concentration in addiction studies in 2018, he continued his education at UMass, where he earned a Master's degree in sociology. With his extensive experience as both a BDIC peer advisor and an alum, Sam is the perfect fit for this role. We are grateful for his continued contributions to BDIC.

Megan Leary, our new office manager.
joined BDIC in November 2023. She brings enthusiasm to her role, enjoys working closely with the diverse group of BDIC students and is dedicated to assisting each of them in tracking their academic progress. She is a proud alumna of UMass Amherst, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology. Outside of work, Megan enjoys outdoor activities and cooking.

An Interview with Rhonda Harrison ’90
Rhonda Harrison, PhD, is the first Black person and the first woman to receive a PhD in bioinformatics. An international biopharma relations consultant for the SaaS (software as a service), biotech, and medtech subsectors, her firm provides marketing insights and support in many therapeutic areas. Her public speeches to students and professionals promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in STEM.
An Interview with Rhonda Harrison
University and Departmental Scholarships
21st Century Leaders Award

21st Century Leaders Award
William F. Field Alumni Scholar Award

William F. Field Alumni Scholar Award
Senior Leadership Award

Senior Leadership Award
Dempsey Opportunity Scholarship
Dempsey Opportunity Scholarship
Maia Felisse McDermott Memorial Scholarship

Maia Felisse McDermott Memorial Scholarship
Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award

Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award
Link to 2024 BDIC SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS:
PORTRAIT OF A BDIC STUDENT/PEER ADVISOR
Keaton Miller '26 Communication Design
The BDIC program allows students to be well-rounded as they select a specific pathway to focus their studies on their strongest interests. As a creative, I always knew I wanted to study art, but that wasn't enough. Therefore, I’m combining marketing, communications, and graphic design to form a cohesive major titled Communications Design.
When exploring the programs at various universities, I found that most of them were limited when it came to the ability to take classes in different disciplines outside of one’s major. I soon discovered the BDIC program at UMass was the complete opposite, encouraging students to pull from three or more disciplines. I immediately gravitated towards the idea of composing a unique major. BDIC students stand out from the crowd because building your own major takes independence, drive, and responsibility.
I enjoy being a peer advisor because I can help other students create their path to success. I work closely with students, aiding them in selecting classes and constructing their final proposal for their major. I am passionate about BDIC and often recommend it to students who aren't fully satisfied with their current major.
This summer, I’m interning for Topo Chico as a marketing brand ambassador. Thus far, I have utilized my artistic skills to create eye-catching A-frame signs for events. I am also learning the ins and outs of field marketing by carrying out product drops to restaurants, small businesses, and local shops. Recently, Topo Chico sponsored the Green River and Solid Sound music festivals, where I promoted the brand by engaging with attendees and helped distribute over 20,000 samples. During these festivals, I interacted with other sponsors and vendors to learn about their marketing strategies, gain new ideas, and increase my knowledge as an experiential component of my major. I believe the variety of classes I have taken through building my major has provided me with the skills I need to succeed in this career.

Nicki Hagen ’25 Environmental Social Science
University of Otago, New Zealand

Noelle Sicoli ’24 Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
University of Florence, Italy
Studying abroad in Florence was one of the best experiences I’ve had through my academic career. I gained new skills, grew independence, traveled a lot, and ate tons of delicious Italian food. One of my favorite parts about studying abroad was my trip to Sicily, where I took an overnight train and ferry to get there! Traveling by train and boat overnight was something I had never done before … the views were absolutely breathtaking. I remember waking up on the train to the most beautiful sunrise on the ocean. Sicily is such a gorgeous region of Italy, filled with rich culture and history. If I could give one piece of advice to BDIC students, it would be to study abroad!
This year’s cohort was made up of five class sections with a total of 97 students.
As always, BDIC students’ interests are interdisciplinary and diverse as can be seen in these newly designed concentration titles:
- Animal Behavior and Communication
- Environmental Refugee Displacement
- Ethical Fashion Sourcing
- Global Greenspace Design
- Illustration in Storytelling
- Interior Design
- Late Antique & Early Medieval Studies
- Social Diversity and Human Resource Management
- Sustainability and Business Policy
At the end of each semester, students presented their proposals formatted as a Pecha Kucha, using images and a brief elevator pitch to explain their newly designed BDIC concentrations.
The final graduation requirement for BDIC majors is to write a Senior Summary that documents each student’s progress throughout their BDIC career. The summary consists of multiple components, including a written statement about the student’s interdisciplinary journey through BDIC.
Here are several students' responses to the prompt: “What are the most important things that you learned or gained from your major and the process of creating it?”

Alyssa Saunders ’24
Fashion Media
Fashion Media
When I talked to my [internship] supervisor about why they chose me, she explained how even though my major didn’t fully line up with the position itself, the uniqueness of it made me stand out.

James Ragusa ’24
Marketing Communications
Marketing Communications
… the process along the way teaches you things that someone in a regular major may not have experienced. For me, it taught me perseverance, patience, initiative, and how to communicate effectively in different environments.

Joanne Arulraj ’24
Marine Conservation and Education
Marine Conservation and Education
In the process of creating my major, I have gained a sense of autonomy over my education and the understanding that I create my path and direct my future. This understanding has empowered me to go after exactly what I want in life and take ownership over all decisions in my life.

Tommy Hauser ’24
Digital Media and Marketing
Digital Media and Marketing
My BDIC course curriculum taught me everything I need to know to advance my abilities and not be afraid to dream big.

Sophia Maalouly ’24
Integrated Sciences with a focus on Dance
Integrated Sciences with a focus on Dance
Because of the flexibility within a BDIC major, I have been able to follow [my] curiosities and end up in places that I never would have anticipated. My educational journey has changed not only how I view education, but [also] how I view myself.

Nicole DiGilio ’24
Health and Wellness
Health and Wellness
Having the freedom to take classes tailored to my college experience could not have been more beneficial. I did things I wanted to do, not what the requirements for a general curriculum told me I had to. I became a version of myself that is wise, not just educated.

BDIC PEER ADVISORS Class of 2024
Emmeline Weeks, Kiefer Callewaert, Ronan Fitzgerald, and Rianna Jakson
These students are the heart of the BDIC program, playing the all-important role of creating the supportive, welcoming, and cohesive community that defines BDIC.

Congratulations to all the graduating seniors of 2024!
We hope you have had a great experience at UMass and with BDIC. We wish you all the best of luck in the future. Please keep in touch!
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NOTE FROM THE ASSOCIATE PROVOST

Joe Bartolomeo
Associate Provost of Interdisciplinary Studies
I am excited about many positive developments in the new academic year. We are welcoming more than 90 first-year students in the new Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track, many of whom will choose to major in BDIC. Along with these students, our current majors will soon have access to gathering and study space in the reconfigured core of 350 Campus Center Way. And for the first time in its history, BDIC has a full-time faculty member teaching and advising majors. Dr. Jacqueline Castledine brings years of experience teaching in University Without Walls, which is very similar to BDIC in its individualized and self-directed approach to undergraduate education. As always, our remarkable students are our greatest asset, and I wish you a happy and productive academic year.
MEET THE CLASS OF 2023
The graduating Class of 2023 consisted of 95 accomplished students. This graph shows a summary of the varied areas of concentration they pursued. Naturally, each student's emphasis is unique, spanning multiple disciplines, making it challenging to neatly categorize them into distinct concentration areas.

Examples of Concentration Titles from the Class of 2023:
- Advocacy, Activism, and ASL
- Criminal Behavior
- Human Ecology and Environmental Justice
- Industrial Organizational Psychology
- Music Industry Entrepreneurship
- Perspectives in Emergency Care
- Public Health and Animal Welfare
- Regenerative Food Systems
- Sustainable Business Practices in Fashion
- Solidarity Economics and World Building
NEW TO BDIC

Joanna Miles
Associate Director, Professional Transitions
BDIC is pleased to announce the appointment of a dedicated BDIC Career Advisor.
Joanna brings a deep student-focused career development background to the HUB as the Career Director for Interdisciplinary Studies, advising both Bachelor’s Degree with Individual Concentration (BDIC) and University Without Walls (UWW) students.
“I partner with individual BDIC students throughout their time at UMass to support personalized career goals, aspirations, and exploration. I also curate upskilling opportunities including online coursework, certifications and learning paths, project simulations, micro internships, and other non-traditional experiential learning opportunities.”

Jacqueline Castledine
BDIC Faculty and Advisor
Jacqueline is a trained historian with a Ph.D. from Rutgers University but found her home in interdisciplinary studies. In both her teaching and research, she explores the ways that communities envision and work toward social change and justice. Her research projects have ranged from examining the transatlantic contributions of U.S. and South African jazz women in postwar freedom movements to a project documenting New Orleans women’s political uses of food during the civil rights movement. Jacqueline is delighted to be joining BDIC as a faculty member working collaboratively with students as they create their own interdisciplinary programs of study.
ALUMNI PROFILE
An interview with Benjamin Nathan
Class of 2006
Philosophy and Psychology in Filmmaking
https://www.allofusfilms.com/
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY FROM ATTENDING UMASS?
I grew up in Manhattan, so for me, coming to UMass was like moving to the countryside. And yet, UMass has that city-like feel as well. I loved finding my communities within the larger school population, to make UMass my home for the four years I was there. If I had to pinpoint just one favorite thing, I’d say community. UMass was my first experience of creating community away from home.
HOW DID BDIC PREPARE YOU FOR THE FUTURE?
BDIC was a true learning experience in entrepreneurship. In order to succeed in BDIC I had to dream up what I wanted to do, then I had to design my curriculum, then I had to pitch my idea to all of the professors of the various courses I wanted to take, many of which were for “majors only.” It was the perfect mix of the ingredients I would need to start my own business later on: creativity, research, trial & error, pitching, pivoting, resilience.
WHAT LIFE AND/OR CAREER ADVISE WOULD YOU GIVE TO RECENT ALUMNI?
Your major in BDIC is a wonderful conversation starter - so few people have the opportunity to influence their own learning in this way. Talking about your experience in BDIC is a great way to inspire others as to what’s possible in higher education, and to share your passion, interests, and entrepreneurial spirit. Go forth and share!
WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO IN YOUR LEISURE TIME?
I love spending time in my garden, where I use regenerative practices to grow food. I feel connected to my ancestors, to nature, to doing something that is actively sequestering carbon, improving soil health, and making a (small) dent in climate change. It is endlessly inspiring to me to be a part of growing food, in partnership with nature.
WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST EPIPHANY, LIFE-DEFINING CHANGE THAT SHAPED YOUR LIFE?
Biggest is hard to say, but here’s one of the biggest: each person’s experience of life is governed by the stories they tell themselves about the things that happen around them. The stories we tell ourselves and one another matter – they dictate how we see the world and how we act within it. By becoming aware of what is story and what is fact, we can begin to choose the stories we live into, and completely shift our experience of life, and little by little, the world we share.
WHAT IS SOMETHING PEOPLE MAY NOT KNOW ABOUT YOU?
I’ve been a rhythm tap dancer since age 10. I tap danced all through high school and college, and had a band while at UMass called Ben Tap Soul, in which I rapped and tap danced. If you look carefully around Amherst, you might just spot a Ben Tap Soul sticker on the back of a traffic sign…
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
Today, I run a socially conscious film production company called ALL OF US FILMS. Starting this company, and sticking with it, has been my way of using my passion and talents to help improve the world. This isn’t just a cliche phrase – we create films, commercials, and documentaries intentionally designed to shift perspectives, open hearts, and inspire action. Find your way to use your whole self to improve the world around you, and you will know that you are fulfilling your purpose. The world needs you! I will always make time to speak with anyone looking for their way to make a positive impact. Please feel free to reach out!
SCHOLARSHIPS
UNIVERSITY-WIDE SCHOLARSHIPS
2023 THE WILLIAM F. FIELD ALUMNI SCHOLAR AWARDS
were established in 1976 to recognize and honor third-year students for their academic achievements at UMass Amherst.
Ronan Fitzgerald ‘24
Photojournalism

For the past two years, Fitzgerald has served as a BDIC Peer Advisor, offering guidance and support to fellow students. In addition to this role, he takes on the responsibilities of a Resident Assistant, actively contributes to the Daily Collegian, and serves as a Security Staff Cadet.
2023 SENIOR LEADERSHIP AWARD
recognizes graduating seniors who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and service to the UMass Amherst community.
Amrita Adak ‘23
Neurobiology, Behavior, and Trauma
Adak accomplished a multitude of achievements in her four years of study, obtaining a BDIC Bachelor of Science degree along with a Minor in Psychology, a Minor in Education, and a Spanish Health Certificate. Additionally, she pursued a Pre-Med track and received the prestigious Honors College Great Distinction award for her remarkable GPA of 3.96, culminating in a Magna Cum Laude graduation.
In October of Fall 2022, Adak took the initiative to organize a conference titled "BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and Disabled Women in STEM Conference." This ambitious event served as a platform to unite Historically Marginalized Women in STEM from various parts of the country and even internationally. The conference highlighted a full day of speaker sessions, allowing attendees to connect and interact with modern female role models in STEM who also share similar marginalized identities.
2022 GERALD F. SCANLON STUDENT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AWARD
recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding performance.
Katherine Widrow ‘23
Behavioral Economics
Widrow takes pride in her status as a BDIC legacy student, following in the footsteps of her family at UMass and BDIC. Alongside her BDIC major, she pursued a Secondary Major in Psychology and Business Minor.
BDIC SCHOLARSHIPS
The BDIC program proudly announces the recipients of the Dempsey Opportunity Scholarship, Maia Felisse McDermott Memorial Scholarship, Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity Award and the Umphry Scholarship. These prestigious awards are established and funded by BDIC alumni and program supporters.
THE DEMPSEY OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
was established by BDIC alumni John Dempsey, is a longstanding merit-based award that enhances students' educational journeys by supporting internships and study abroad experiences.
Zoe Noyes ‘23
Animal Welfare and Behavior
Internship: Diggity Dogs Service Dogs Internship
Victoria Lauria ’24
Creative Digital Marketing
Internship: Social Media Intern for Global Semesters at the University of Nicosia
Kaitlyn McLaughlin ’23
Health and Marketing
Internship: UMass Athletics Marketing Department Internship
Melanie Rosenblatt ‘24
Advertising and Marketing Communications
Internship: MA Small Business Development Center in the Western Regional Office Internship
Ronan Fitzgerald ‘24
Photojournalism
Internship: Readeezy Internship
THE MAIA FELISSE MCDERMOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
supports BDIC undergraduate students who demonstrate how their academic studies and future work will benefit and inspire others, in memory of Maia Felisse McDermott, Class of 2010.
Lucy Bishoff ’23
Film Studies
William Tompkins ’24
International Government, Trade and Business
THE UMPHREY SCHOLARSHIP
newly established through the generosity of Jim and Maureen Umphrey to support the academic achievement and financial needs for two juniors.
Ronan Fitzgerald ‘24
Photojournalism
Abigail McNeil ‘24
The Psychology of Communication Disorders and Deaf Studies
THE LEWIS C. MAINZER CREATIVITY AWARD
celebrates individuals whose interdisciplinary studies showcase diverse interests and utilize creative approaches to achieve their academic goals.
Nandini Srivastav ’23
Diasporic Development through Performance

Continuing our newfound tradition, Srivastav had a delightful meeting with the Mainzer donors, where they shared a cup of tea. The gathering concluded with Srivastav captivating everyone with her beautiful voice as she serenaded us with a Hindi song.
“Crafting my degree in ‘Diasporic Development through Performance’ has been a uniquely rewarding experience through BDIC. I have been able to delve into the intricacy of subjects so vastly different from each other but tying together in my pool of ambition.”
PORTRAIT OF A 2023 GRADUATE
Chase Bezonsky ’23
Ancient Political Philosophy
“My concentration in Politics and Philosophy in Antiquity aimed to study the intersection of politics, philosophy, and classic civilizations by examining social-political structures of ancient communities, as well as the philosophical ideas that shaped their world, to better understand contemporary politics and culture".
During my time at UMass, I was able to study abroad twice, in Florence and in Prague. Experiencing a new culture and building international relationships helped broaden my personal and academic perspectives.
Since graduating I have been working in administration for EF Los Angeles’ International Language Campus. In this role I support students in transitioning to a new culture, ensure international compliance and manage records, and aid in the hiring and interview process. I hope to go to graduate school abroad to study and perform research on Roads to Democracies: Historical and Contemporary Perspectives of Politics and Culture.”
STUDY ABROAD
Charles Ganote '25
Radical Survival

Bhutan
“Throughout my time in Bhutan, I hiked a ton, visited monasteries and temples to learn about Buddhist practice and Bhutanese culture, while meeting some of the most incredible and giggly people I have ever met. I studied what was essentially political ecology with an emphasis on Bhutanese cultural dynamics in environmentalism. Primarily ‘in the field’ for classes with a number of teachers (including farmers, mechanics, monks, and politicians) we explored the need for communality in land stewardship, the geopolitical barriers, and historical dynamics that inform Bhutan's national development.”
Sophia Apteker '23
Integrated Marketing Communication
Italy
Roshan Kharbanda '24
Global History of Law

Italy
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NOTE FROM DEAN JOSEPH BARTOLOMEO

Joseph Bartolomeo, Associate Provost Interdisciplinary Studies
Over the past year, it has been a pleasure to see BDIC students coming to 350 Campus Center Way to meet with Tom, Rebecca, faculty members, and peer advisors. University Without Walls is proud to include BDIC among our academic programs, and on a more personal note, I was impressed and fascinated with the poster presentations by students who completed the fall and spring proposal classes. It was inspiring to see such a variety of creative and carefully mapped academic and career pathways. I am looking forward to the introduction this year of the Interdisciplinary Exploratory Track, which I hope will lead more students to explore all BDIC has to offer. - Joseph Bartolomeo
DEPARTMENT NEWS
DIRECTOR'S MESSAGE
BDIC is flourishing! A heartfelt thank you to alumni, students, staff, our administration, and the deep-rooted family and friends of BDIC. Students are flourishing as they develop new and innovative degrees. In 2022, BDIC students were recognized for their leadership on campus with three of the 21st Century Leaders affiliated with BDIC. Our students are winning and finalists for Fulbright Awards, gaining graduate placements at UMass Amherst, Columbia, Babson, and Tufts, and ascending to leadership roles in Fortune 500 companies. We are so proud of all of them. Our current students are pushing the envelope on developing their degrees with rigor and relevance. We have assembled a magnificent and engaged community of faculty scholars to encourage and challenge our students throughout their BDIC curriculum. These faculty now offer courses to engage our students throughout their undergraduate journey. As we continue the journey into the next 50 years of BDIC, we have been given resources to support our students in their academic endeavors, such as new career development, advising, and our great home in 350 Campus Center Way. Finally, we have been supported by alumni giving this year and future giving plans that will provide resources directly to students. Thank you alumni for your giving, thank you faculty for your dedication, thank you students for your vigor and drive, and thank you BDIC staff for all you do for students and BDIC’s future. Specifics to follow in the newsletter! -Thomas Brashear-Alejandro
BDIC 2022 SENIOR CELEBRATION
The Class of 2022 Senior Celebration was held in-person on Saturday, May 14th, in the Campus Center Auditorium. It was wonderful seeing seniors gather with their families and friends on this joyous occasion.
This year as a class, BDIC graduates wore graduation cords of various colors. No single cord could fully capture the diverse imaginations and creations of all BDIC students, so students walked with the color cord of their choice.
STUDENT SPEAKER
Madison Palmer (Biocultural Health and Medicine) was this year’s student speaker.
“My mother once told me that there is a difference between happiness and meaning. In all of you, I see individuals who see between the lines and who will find both happiness and meaning in your lives. I would like to finish with the opening line of Arthur O'Shaughnessy's Ode and something that Willy Wonka whispers in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory:
‘We are the music makers and we are the dreamers of dreams, wandering by lone sea breakers and sitting by desolate streams.’
I want to thank you all for being here with me today and thank you for your paths of inquisition and paradoxes.”
PROPOSAL WRITING CLASS
The BDIC proposal outlines the rationale for a student’s BDIC major. It is a multi-part document that presents the content, motivation, and background for each student’s individual concentration. This year’s cohort was made up of five sections with a total of 139 students. Students delivered visual presentations of their proposals to an audience of BDIC faculty sponsors, supervisors, current students, and families.
Students delivered visual presentations of their proposals to an audience of BDIC faculty sponsors, supervisors, current students, and families.
ALUMNI PROFILE
RONALD A. ALEXANDER, '73
Ronald A. Alexander, PhD, MFT, SEP is a creativity and communication consultant, and an executive and leadership coach, with a private psychotherapy practice working with individuals, couples, families, and groups in Santa Monica, California. He is the executive director of the OpenMind® Training Institute, a leading-edge organization that offers personal and professional training programs in core creativity, mind-body therapies, transformational leadership, and mindfulness meditation.

NAME: Ronald A. Alexander, PhD, MFT, SEP
DEGREE/GRADUATION YEAR: BA-BDIC 1973
BDIC CONCENTRATION: Humanistic Psychology
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE MEMORY FROM ATTENDING UMASS AMHERST?
As part of my BDIC experience, I ran the distinguished visiting teacher program, The Self in Transformation. I invited notables Dr. Stanislav Grof, MD; and Stanley Krippner, PhD; Ram Dass; and Daniel Goleman, PhD. Dass is the author of Be Here Now, a classic in the fields of self-help, psychology, and spirituality. Goleman is the esteemed author of the bestselling book Emotional Intelligence. The program was co-sponsored by Room To Move, the student-run drop-in center, and Jack Canfield, the education director of the New England Center for Growth and Development.
HOW DID BDIC PREPARE YOU FOR THE FUTURE?
I was able to receive credit for my work as a lay counselor at Room To Move and received clinical supervision under the guidance of Dr. Seymour Cabin at UMass Health Services. In addition, BDIC enabled me to research and study meditation and yoga with veterans of the Vietnam War and others through the VA hospital in Topeka, Kansas. We were part of the early research teams that used Kirlian photography to study how meditation and yoga were useful in treating PTSD and other mental-health-related issues.
WHAT LIFE AND/OR CAREER ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO RECENT ALUMNI?
I would suggest you pick areas of study that you are curious and passionate about and take a deep dive into the study of these subjects using all five colleges. Go after as much experiential education as you can and obtain as many internships as is possible. Do what you love and enjoy, and everything will fall in its place, and do not do things just because you think you should. Follow your passion, and as Joseph Campbell taught us when he came to speak for the school, “follow your bliss.”
WHAT DO YOU LIKE TO DO IN YOUR LEISURE TIME?
I love to swim in Maui and Greece, hike, bike ride, and practice yoga and tai chi chuan. I see as many films as I can, visit museums, attend many concerts— from classical music to rock, pop, and Indie music—and travel the world.
WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST EPIPHANY, LIFE-DEFINING CHANGE THAT SHAPED YOUR LIFE?
When I transferred to UMass in my junior year, I was on track to earn a BA in business. After my first three months living in the Southwest dorm Moorehouse, I discovered the Project Ten experiential program and I learned about BDIC. It was through Project Ten and BDIC that the doorway to consciousness research opened to me. I found myself on an entirely new path as a young seeker, thirsting and questing for as much knowledge in psychology, spirituality, and consciousness studies as I could drink up. I became an early pioneer as a young psychologist in the fields of holistic and behavioral medicine, creativity consulting, and leadership coaching.
IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE?
I have published two books. My first is Wise Mind, Open Mind: Finding Purpose and Meaning in Times of Crisis, Loss and Change, published by New Harbinger in 2009. My newest book, published June 2022, is Core Creativity: The Mindful Way to Unlock Your Creative Self.
SCHOLARSHIPS
UNIVERSITY-WIDE SCHOLARSHIPS
Every year, BDIC students are top recipients of the university’s most prestigious scholarships.
21ST CENTURY LEADERS AWARD
The 21st Century Leaders Award recognizes graduating seniors who are academically accomplished and have enhanced the reputation of the flagship campus. This year, three of the ten award recipients were BDIC students!
Jacqueline Victoria Grundfast ‘22
Biomedical Ethics and Policy
As vice chair of Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group (MASSPIRG), Grundfast coordinated a highly successful youth voter effort for UMass Amherst during the 2020 election cycle. Consequently, Grundfast was selected to be a presenter on the topic of strategic campaigns for increasing youth voter registration and turnout at a national conference held at the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics. While an intern for Massachusetts State Rep. Mindy Domb, Grundfast researched and analyzed bills and legislative issues and wrote testimony on several issues on Domb’s behalf. To further prepare for a career in advancing social justice and progress, she will study law with a concentration in corporate law at Brooklyn Law School beginning in the fall.
Elodie Carel '22
Disability Studies
In her wheelchair, Carel had difficulty at first in navigating the UMass Amherst campus. She persevered and not only made her mark as a scholar and student leader but she also embarked on a quest to increase access and destigmatize disability. During her in campus disability activism and culture groups, including Access UMass. She plans to continue her research focused on disability and ableism and earn a doctorate in psychology.
Kanon Kobata ‘22
Sustainable Food Business
Outside of class, Kobata performed cutting-edge research, entered product competitions, led food science student groups, and performed ballet with the student group Alive with Dance. After graduation, Kobata plans to either pursue a PhD in food science or work as a researcher in the plant-based alternative food industry. Her ultimate goal is to launch a food tech company.
THE SENIOR LEADERSHIP AWARD
The Senior Leadership Award recognizes graduating seniors who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and service to the UMass Amherst community.
Patrick Scanlon, ’22
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Patrick is a highly motivated, hardworking student who has funneled his desire to motivate others into his innovative and entrepreneurial work. Pat has founded student organizations and clubs that benefit both UMass students and the greater community. He has created and established a personal training business in the Pioneer Valley and founded LUG Hockey, a new hockey league within the Mullins center and western mass area, Level Up program, an organization for students with entrepreneurial interests and is the founder and director of the UMass Entrepreneurship Club.
“Since the beginning of my freshman year, I have always been driven to pave my own path and lead/inspire others to be the best they can be. Being someone with a strong drive, I have always had a belief in myself that led me to where I am today.”
Scanlon will be pursuing a master’s degree in entrepreneurial leadership at Babson College this fall.
THE WILLIAM F. FIELD ALUMNI SCHOLAR AWARD
The William F. Field Alumni Scholar Awards were established in 1976 to recognize and honor third-year students for their academic achievements at UMass Amherst.
Matthew Bird ’23
Psychology and Public Health
Bird has mapped out an ambitious innovative college plan combining his pre-medical coursework along with his interest in psychology and research. Bird’s academic achievements go well beyond his exemplary grades and extensive research experience. He is involved in on-campus activities and volunteers in the community.
GERALD F. SCANLON STUDENT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AWARD
The Gerald F. Scanlon Student Employee of the Year Award.
Taylor Martin-Graham ’22
International Business and Environmental Law
BDIC SCHOLARSHIPS
The BDIC program is proud to announce the official recipients of the prestigious Dempsey, Go Get the World, Maia Felisse McDermott Memorial, and the Lewis C. Mainzer Creativity awards. These are all awards created and funded by BDIC alumni and supporters of the program.
THE BDIC GO GET THE WORLD SCHOLARSHIP
Shakhi Begum ’22
Medical Anthropology, Health Policy and Reproductive Health
Applicants are asked the question, “What is your bodacious dream and what's stopping you from realizing it?”
Begum wrote, “A bodacious dream I have is to house all the homeless people in the United States because we are capable of achieving that as a collective nation.”
A creative, explorative, and empathetic student, Begum’s interest in sewing led her to explore the consumer’s role in clothing and sustainability. She created an independent study called sustainable capsule wardrobe, in which a capsule wardrobe consists of a selective number of clothing items that are versatile, timeless, and can pair to make multiple outfits. Begum created sewing patterns and a how-to video for students to create their own capsule wardrobe. In addition to her role as sewing and felt coordinator at the Student Union Craft Center, she volunteers at the Food Recovery Network, Boston Cares, and the Amherst Survival Center.
THE DEMPSEY OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
The Dempsey Award was created many years ago by BDIC alumni John Dempsey. This is a merit based scholarship given to students to enhance their educational experience by awarding funding for internship and study abroad experiences.
Amrita Adak ‘23
Neurobiology, Behavior, and Lingual Studies
Adak was a facilitator for the Body Project, a project under the Center for Counseling and Psychological Health, and will be an intern for the 2022-23 school year. The Body Project is a prevention program designed to combat negative body talk and decrease risk factors for eating disorders.
Sophia Apteker ‘23
Integrated Marketing Communications
Apteker is interning as a social media coordinator for Sound of Boston, an online music publication that specializes in covering the Boston music scene.
Shivani Devgan ’23
Music Business
Devgan participated in an unpaid internship with the record label Ve. M Entertainment based out of New York City. As the company’s social media coordinator, Devgan’s role was to maintain a Twitter presence for musical artists.
Jeanne Grutchfield ’23
Film Studies
“I will be interning this summer at Church World Services as the media & storytelling intern. The internship will take place in Washington, D.C., through the SBS in DC Summer Internship Program. This internship entails many things, including writing press releases, helping to manage CWS social media, and highlighting the stories of refugee families.”
Sara Picariello ’24
Fashion Marketing and Merchandising
Picariello will be participating in an internship as part of the Summer Merchandising Internship Program at T.J. Maxx.
“Through this internship, I will gain important hands-on experience and learn important skills relating to merchandising. I will learn how to analyze reports and make recommendations, build allocation strategies, and will even be able to go on vendor visits.”
Anna Tempestoso ’23
Sustainable Fashion Merchandising
Tempestoso will be joining ThredUP's team as their community marketing intern. ThredUP is the world's largest online thrift store that is reshaping the future of fashion through uplifting the thrifting community and encouraging people to think secondhand first.
THE MAIA FELISSE MCDERMOTT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
The McDermott award was established in memory of Maia Felisse McDermott, Class of 2010, to support undergraduate students in the BDIC program who can demonstrate how their academic studies and the work they hope to do upon graduation will benefit and inspire other people.
Nicole Brown ’23
The Sciences of the Human Body
Antonio De Leon ’23
Film Studies
Hannah Justice ’23
Deaf Advocacy
Jole Laguda ’23
International Affairs and Justice
Kiana Middleton-Hart ’22
Creative Therapy
THE LEWIS C. MAINZER CREATIVITY AWARD
The Mainzer annual award was designed for a BDIC junior or senior. It is given to students who demonstrate exception thinking in the humanities or political sciences, and whose chosen interdisciplinary course of study reflects a breadth of interests and takes a creative approach in achieving its focus.
Flynn Bryan ’22
Visual and Written Narratives

Flynn Bryan with Lewis C. Mainzer and Charles Hadley
Bryan had the honor of showcasing her art studio to scholarship award donors Lewis C. Mainzer and Charlie Hadley.
“Visual and Written Narratives, to me, is about the stories we use to understand our world, and how they construct our reality. In my time as a BDIC major, I’ve taken classes on race in media, advanced painting and drawing, and the history of manuscripts in both Europe and Mesoamerica.”
Bryan will spend her final semester in San Sebastian, Spain, studying Spanish language, learning Basque folk dance, and surfing “as much as humanly possible.”
STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS
PEER ADVISOR SPOTLIGHT
The BDIC peer advisors are specially selected and trained to support the BDIC program and BDIC students. In particular, peer advisors meet with prospective BDIC students, work directly with proposal students to help them craft their majors, conduct outreach, and support department events.
INTERVIEW WITH A BDIC PEER ADVISOR
SAHANA SULE ’23
Foundations of Healthcare

WHAT IMPACT DO YOU THINK THIS PROGRAM HAS ON THE STUDENTS IT SERVES?
The BDIC program gives students the opportunity to create their own path and allows them to explore everything that the university has to offer. BDIC not only informs but encourages its students to take advantage of resources such as study abroad, the Five College program, and experiential learning through internships and labs. Additionally, I feel like one of the most influential parts of the program is how it forces its students to seek out a faculty sponsor. My faculty sponsor has been so formative to my undergraduate career by connecting me with opportunities I didn’t even know were options for me, and I am so grateful for the BDIC program
WHY DO YOU THINK IT’S IMPORTANT FOR STUDENTS TO HAVE PEER ADVISORS?
UMass has a lot of opportunities and classes, but some are less advertised than others and the only way to really find them is through talking with others. Having gone through the process themselves, peer advisors are able to recommend classes or programs that are relevant to the proposal student's path or even help with situations such as how to ask a faculty member to be your sponsor or how to email a professor to get into a course that’s typically only for certain majors.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A PEER ADVISOR?
I love meeting students for the first time and asking them what their concentration idea is. They usually sit up straighter; their eyes get brighter, and they get so excited when they start discussing the details of their idea and where they want to take their degree. Since the program requires its students to create every aspect of their concentration, you get students who are really passionate about what they are doing and love talking about it with other people.
PORTRAIT OF A 2022 GRADUATE
Jacey Woods ’22
Humanistic Education Design

Woods exemplifies the excellence and spirit of UMass through her commitment to community service, social justice, leadership, and academics.
Woods’ work as the education and training coordinator and campaign member of the Center for Education Policy and Advocacy was the cornerstone to her college career. She engaged in student debt and food insecurity advocacy with messages of student empowerment and social change. She was also a member of the Racial Justice Coalition (RJC), working on projects related to diversity and inclusion as well as police reform and amplification of BIPOC voices in campus decision-making. Woods volunteered for the Massachusetts Public Interest Research Group’s (MASSPIRG) Hunger and Homelessness campaign and was a teaching assistant for the Partnership for Worker Education.
“I am additionally very proud of the education I have received at UMass. I didn’t take the traditional route—I am a dual degree student in the Bachelor’s Degree with Individual Concentration (BDIC) program and in Social Thought and Political Economy (STPEC). I have been enthralled by the overlaps and nuances in these fields, and how to integrate the ideas that I am learning in my classes into my activist work. In the future, I plan to continue my work as a community educator and activist, and eventually go to graduate school to further study education and politics.”
Woods recently began working as an adult education instructor and case manager at Project Place in Boston.
STUDY ABROAD
Kaitlyn Valentinetti ’23
Wildlife Ecology
Costa Rica, Spring 2022
Grace Burnes ’23
Film Studies
Manchester, England, Spring 2022
Anna Tempestoso ’23
Sustainable Fashion Merchandising
London, England, Spring 2022
“For this year's spring semester, I had the absolutely wonderful opportunity to study abroad in London, England, at London College of Fashion. It was incredible to enrich my studies in my concentration of sustainable business practices at an institution that not only heavily values both sustainability and ethics, but currently stands as the leading fashion school transforming the industry's future to be more sustainable. My time in London has been elemental in my pursuit to make much needed change in the fashion industry, and I feel so fortunate and grateful to have had this experience.”
Lucy Hughes ’22
Intercultural Communications
Barcelona, Spain, Spring 2022
“I studied abroad in Barcelona, where I had the pleasure of combining all of my BDIC concentration subjects -- communications, international marketing, and Spanish – and I took on the task of completing an international internship while exploring the city. Through the internship I worked with a communications trainer (we communicate solely in Spanish) and my job is to create social media content in both English and Spanish in order to market his company internationally. Barcelona is amazing, and I am so grateful to have gotten this experience where I saw my BDIC concentration apply to the real world on a global scale.”
CLASS NOTES
Celeste Bailey '11
Medicine for Social Change
“I will be graduating June 2022 from an OB/GYN residency in Maricopa County, Arizona. I am presenting my grand rounds next week and it is a continuation of the work that all started with BDIC!”
Rachel Arlin ’16
Advertising and Consumer Behavior
Arlin has been employed at several advertising agencies working in media planning and most recently at Wavemaker as an associate director of planning.
“I worked across various clients across different industries, such as travel, finance, fashion, CPG, retail, pharmaceuticals, B2B, and government. “
Meghan Bernier ’16
Environmental and Infectious Disease
“I recently graduated from medical school with my Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and will be completing my residency in emergency medicine at Doctors Hospital in Columbus Ohio!”
Nikki Carrero ’16
Alternative Learning Education
“I went on to Brown University, where I graduated in 2017 with my Master’s of Arts in teaching English secondary education. Since then, I've been working at a regional public school in rural Massachusetts.”
Samantha Collette ’16
Analytics of Marketing Demographics
Collete works with Techtronic Industries (TTI) as the group manager of talent development for ITTI’s office in Anderson, South Carolina. She started as a field sales and marketing representative after graduation, and she is now in her seventh position with the company—having worked in offices in four states..
Rachel Glick ‘16
East Asian Studies
After graduation Glick moved to Japan with the JET Programme to teach English at public schools in the countryside of Hyogo Prefecture. She then began a career in the luxury travel industry. Due to Covid, Glick returned to the United States and to continue her work in the luxury travel industry, advising clients and planning travel itineraries for trips all over the world.
Victoria Montagna-Kostopoulos ’16
Event Planning
“Currently I am putting my event planning degree to good use as the senior conference services manager for Sodexo @ Sanofi. Over the past few months my team and I have been hard at work opening up a brand-new state-of-the-art conference center equipped with 43 meeting & event spaces in Cambridge, Massachusetts.”
Carla Oberst ’16
Science Writing
“Over the two years of Covid lockdown, I returned to school and earned a second bachelor’s degree in art and design from Western Oregon University. I’m currently working for a small marketing company in Oregon and I’ve been volunteering for a local museum on the side.”
Phil Scarfi ’16
Computer and Information Systems Management
With headquarters on Long Island and in New York City, Scarfi’s own startup software consulting agency, Pioneer Applications, continues to see substantial growth. With a wide range of clients from smaller start-up companies to larger organizations such as the Premier Lacrosse League, Scarfi works to bring each client’s app ideas to life. Learn more about Scarfi’s work at www.PioneerApplications.com.
Aria Bracci ’17
Narrative Education
“I've worked as a full-time podcast producer in Boston, then as a freelance reporter for publications like The New York Times, WHYY, and America's Test Kitchen, and offered one-off editing for an oral history project and remote recording support for the BBC. “
Erica Bergman ’17
International Relations with a Focus on Germany
Bergman is the executive assistant/event manager to the Portfolio Management Team at Ares Management, an international investment firm. Bergman has also been a professional dog-sitter on the side for over 6 years now with an extremely adorable clientele.
Mark Lester Chicote ’17
Molecular Neurobiology and Health Sciences
Lester works as a clinical research coordinator in the Neuroendocrine Unit at Massachusetts General Hospital as the primary coordinator for clinical trials that look at the relationship between the growth hormone–insulin-like growth factor-1 axis and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Lester is finishing up his studies at Harvard University Extension School and will be applying to medical school with the goal of becoming a physician.
Morgan McCulloch ’17
Music Technology and Composition
“I accepted a position at Sony Interactive Entertainment in fall 2017. I spent a year as the sole audio tester on the quality assurance team at PlayStation Studios, and after that year of learning I accepted the role as audio QA lead. I have now built a full team of 6 leads and testers that works with the sound, dialogue, and music teams across the many studios we partner with to ensure that the audio quality and implementation is presented as cleanly as possible. Within 5 years I have been a part of 13 titles, including God of War, Spider-Man, Death Stranding, and Horizon Forbidden West.”
Elizabeth Tripp ’17
Children's Advocacy and Youth Outreach
After graduating, Tripp moved to Huelva, Spain, to teach English for a year. In 2020, Tripp graduated from Bridgewater State University with a Master’s in Social Work degree (MSW), then was employed as a bilingual counselor for adult and child survivors of interpersonal violence. Tripp is now a case manager for a youth crime prevention program that employs outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and kayaking to aid children experiencing trauma with skill building and in obtaining wraparound support.
Emmi Beuger ’18
International Relations and Human Rights
Beuger graduated with an LLM degree from Utrecht University in the Netherlands in 2019 and is now a third-year law student at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, focusing on civil litigation. Beuger is currently a summer associate at Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders.
Grace Chisholm ’18
Promotion and Communication Within Public Health
“I'm currently working at a nonprofit startup in Hartford, Connecticut, called Girls for Technology, Inc. as their marketing and communications manager. This organization works to build both gender and race equity in society, but specifically in the tech industry, a field primarily dominated by white men.”
Jackie Cohen ‘18
Global Media and Public Relations
Cohen is a project manager at Insurify, an SEO content marketing startup in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Troy Kowalchuk ‘18
Music Industry Marketing
Kowalchuk is an account executive at M&C Saatchi, where he brings his music and pop-culture experience to brands.
“I currently have a diverse roster of clients including Red Bull, Tinder, Discord, and Visit Iceland. One of my campaigns was actually named one of PR Week's best campaigns of the month, coming in third place, and I am really proud of it.”
Sofia del Valle ’18
Creative Development for Film & Television
Del Valle worked her first industry job as a production assistant on the new Jeff Bridges streaming series, The Old Man, premiering this month on FX on Hulu. In October of 2021, del Valle accepted a job as the assistant to a producer of the first Hollywood feature film to have been entirely shot in Saudi Arabia. She is currently a music assistant on the reboot of the show Behind The Music, which originally aired on VH1 in 1997.
Jillian Manalang ’18
Child Development and Family Sciences
Manalang is a student at Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Northwest and plans to pursue work in the field of combat medicine. Manalang was awarded a scholarship from the U.S. Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program and was recently sworn in and is currently serving as Ensign Manalang!
Natalie Slabczynski ’18
Informatics and Language Technologies
Slabczynski recently graduated from Northwestern University with a master’s in data science.
“I’m starting as an analyst, technical solutions, at Cresco Labs! Cresco is one of the biggest vertically integrated cannabis manufacturers and distributors in the country. “
Alex Watson ’18
Buddhist Studies
Watson completed a master’s degree in theological studies at Harvard Divinity School studying Buddhism and is currently in his second year at Smith College for Social Work pursuing an MSW.
Gabrielle Mathews ’19
Community Building for Social Change
In June, Mathews wrapped up her third year of service with AmeriCorps and is starting graduate school in the fall at UMass Boston, pursuing a Master of Arts in conflict resolution.
“In my spare time, I run an abolitionist book club with seven of my closest friends, and I work at a local Boston spin studio called The Handle Bar! “
Etain Pagès, ‘19
BDIC in Sustainable Construction
Pagès is currently an engineer with Turner Construction and is approaching her 3-year anniversary with the company. Pagès’ first project was for the Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex in Allston, Massachusetts.
Jonathan Reardon ’19
Behavioral Science of Interpersonal Conflict
Reardon just graduated from American International College with a master's degree in clinical psychology. He recently worked in an adolescent recovery program and was an intern for an outpatient individual therapy, both with the Center for Human Development.
“I am hoping to serve the veteran, military, and first responder population and those individuals with trauma and anxiety disorders.”
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