Events & Programs
UMass Lowell celebrates annual traditions of accepting new students into the University community (Convocation) and congratulating those who have completed their courses of study as they leave the University (Commencement). There are several opportunities for involved students to be recognized for their leadership and commitment to improving UMass Lowell. There are also opportunities for students to expand their own personal styles and leadership skills. Below are some examples of these programs.
Convocation
Convocation is the formal welcome of freshmen into the UMass Lowell academic community.
Leadership Development
Leadership Development includes the Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) Leadership Honor Society. Membership by invitation only. For more information, contact: Mary_Connelly@uml.edu. Invitations are sent annually starting in August.
National Conference for College Women Student Leaders!
The National Conference for College Women Student Leaders is an annual conference held by AAUW (the Association of American University Women) at the University of Maryland College Park. For the fourth year UMass Lowell’s Dean of Students’ Office will sponsor a group of women student leaders to attend this conference. In the past, five women have attended and brought back exciting information regarding leadership, networking, and advocacy; last spring a group of 12 students and one staff member were in attendance.
Women student leaders attending this conference heard energizing keynote speakers and met inspiring Women of Distinction Award recipients. They participated in workshops focusing on advocacy, leadership, health and wellness, and “real-world” issues such as financial literacy and life after college. They were involved in preconference activities, community service projects, and skill-building events. In addition they had the opportunity to meet with dozens of recruiters at the Graduate School Fair. And they will enjoyed endless opportunities to network, network, network!
Once they return from the conference these women become a part of the Student Affairs Women’s Leadership Initiative and assist a group of staff members in the planning of campus events including speakers, and conversation dinners. This year they will participate in a regional Women Student Leader Conference in the spring of 2013.
Student Awards
The Chancellor and University Medals 2013
Each year UMass Lowell acknowledges graduating undergraduate and Continuing Studies and Corporate Education students committed to the area of student services and those students who have made a significant contribution to community service. The University awards eight Student Service medals and six Community Service medals upon the recommendation of members of the University community. Medal application packets for these prestigious awards are available in the following offices:
- All Deans and Chairs
- Athletic
- Career Services
- Continuing Education
- Financial Aid
- Registrar
- Multicultural Affairs
- Student Activities and Leadership
- Veterans
Commencement Speaker
A graduating senior will be selected to make a three minute presentation at the Commencement Ceremony. Any senior who is participating in the ceremony may apply. Students who completed their degree requirements in December 2012 may also apply. Your application and presentation will be reviewed by the Speaker Selection Committee for the Class of 2013. The committee will choose five to six finalists and invite those students to deliver their three minute speech before the committee. Those selected must be available to present their speech at this time, please plan accordingly. All speeches must be original works of the student. Speeches submitted to the Committee are done so with the understanding that they may be printed on the Commencement website.