University Reporter: September, 1997

Conferences are Highlights of Summer '97

This summer, UMass Boston took a leading role in hosting several international and national meetings. A brief summary of four conferences follows. more

Student Wins $20K from NIH

When opportunity came knocking for Chukwuka Okafor, the door was already open. The junior biochemistry major wastes no time waiting for things to happen. more

In Depth With New Provost Edward Glynn

Edward Glynn is often asked how he handles the "step down" from 12 years as president of St. Peter's College and one year as president of Gonzaga University to his current position as provost. more

New Faculty & Administrative Appointments

On university campuses throughout the country, September is a month of new beginnings. more

New Academic Programs Offered

Beginning this fall, UMass Boston will offer six new academic programs. more

Campus Educators in the Vanguard

"It's all about not putting kids in boxes ... more

Grad Students Offer Free Computing Services

It has happened to most of us, probably too often than we care to recall. more

Professors' Research to Affect America's Youth

The findings of two professors whose research won national recognition and financial support could influence the quality of life for many young Americans. more

Professor Tracks Harbor Pollutants with Fiber Optics Grant

Sometime next year, a small, computer-controlled, submersible vehicle known as "fish" will be loaded with fiber optic cables and other sensors and equipment, and lowered into Boston Harbor. more

U.S. Education Official Visits Campus

One of the nation's top education officials spent two days in Massachusetts, at the invite of the Center for Occupational Education. more

UMass Boston First to Improve University


The UMass Boston First campaign has impressed the most cynical of philanthropic professionals because of its ability to adapt traditional capital campaign practices to its own innovative design and mission. more

Creating Community at Convocation '97

Convocation Day is an opportunity for students, faculty and staff to celebrate the opening of the new academic year. more

Center to Use Funds to Study Women in Labor Movement

The Labor Resource Center, through a collaborative partnership with the Women's Institute for Leadership Development, has received funding from the Heinz Family Foundation for research on economic security issues for Massachusetts women. more

Summer Lures International Students to UMass Boston

UMass Boston hosted more than 110 international students in programs this summer. more

McCormack Hosts South African Leaders

Four South African policy makers spent June 24-28 studying local government in the Boston area. more