Education

A team of UML researchers are working on a low-cost, automated wireless sensor network that could detect COVID-19 in both air and wastewater.

NECC student Mercedes Rodriguez of Lawrence was recently accepted to the prestigious Culinary Institute of America.

Methuen natives and UML alumni have donated $50,000,000 to the University of Massachusetts — the largest donation in the university’s history.

The Northern Essex Community College athletic department raised over $18,000 during its 4th annual golf tournament.

A mini satellite designed and built by UML students for NASA, was sent to the International Space Station for launch into the Earth’s orbit. 

A federal grant encouraging the development of free Open Educational Resources is helping NECC make classes more affordable and inclusive.

Brandman University, which offers online classes for adults, is now known as “UMass Global,” which officials described as an independent, non-profit UMass affiliate.

Anne Gardner reflects on the importance of real, physical books, and the potential positive impact of the Little Free Library initiative.

UMass Lowell Chancellor Jacquie Moloney today announced she will step down as chancellor at the end of the upcoming academic year.

Giving up certain comforts doesn’t have to mean disengaging from your community. Staying active and engaged is as important as ever.

Take a look at the history behind the Bread and Roses Strike of 1912, and the virtual future of this year’s Bread & Roses Heritage Festival.

For every Steve Jobs or Dean Kamen there are countless others whose creations have made our lives safer, easier or more fun.