Stories

Switching majors can be daunting but seizing the opportunity can have a major impact. That has been the case for Public Health Sciences senior Lily Bialkin.

Public Health Sciences senior Masha Krag knows how to rise above obstacles of any size, using these opportunities to grow into the "best version" of herself.

Kinesiology senior Shlok Parekh turned his lifelong love of sports into success at UMass. His passion always palpable, whether it be club sports or classwork.

Massachusetts native Rebecca Candido didn't have to travel far to learn who she is. The SLHS senior shares how she gained new sense of independence. 

Public Health Sciences senior Elsa Hanrahan has made strides at UMass, and it all started when she took the steps to make friends everywhere she went.

For Kinesiology senior Danielle Cousins, finding success is all about the little wins. She recounts a Umass career that shows it's all about how you finish.

Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences senior Mahima Bhattacharjee shares how her "superhero" parents helped her find her passion at a young age.

Nutrition senior Gianna Morse fueled her UMass career with determination. Her journey has shown her that the classroom is just one of many places to learn.

Abbey Linskey is a graduating senior who will earn her degree in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences.

Shellie James is pursuing her Graduate Certificate in Global Health. She writes about her practicum experience in Uganda.