Story and Source Ideas for Journalists
01/03/2019
Contact: Nancy Cicco: 978-934-4944, Nancy_Cicco@uml.edu and Christine Gillette: 978-934-2209, Christine_Gillette@uml.edu
This is a notice of upcoming events, photo opportunities and story ideas at UMass Lowell. In case of inclement weather, call UMass Lowell’s weather hotline at 978-934-2121; if the university is closed, events are canceled. For more, visit www.uml.edu/pressroom.
Sources of the week
UMass Lowell faculty experts are available to discuss:
- The UMass Lowell Weather Center’s forecast for snow this week and long-range outlook for this winter;
- The political fallout from the government shutdown;
- How to keep those resolutions to eat healthier in the new year and why a new national ranking gives high marks to the Mediterranean Diet over other options.
Contact UMass Lowell media relations if you need an expert source on any subject.
Art and Design Students Showcase Works at Free Exhibit
When and where: University Gallery, Mahoney Hall, South Campus, 870 Broadway St., Lowell. The exhibit will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2 through Friday, Jan. 4.
What: UMass Lowell students from Dorchester, Methuen and Westford who are working toward their bachelor of fine arts degrees will display their senior thesis projects during a free exhibit for the campus and community. Featured artwork will include illustrations, printmaking and multimedia projects, and video installations. Members of the public who would like more information should email Deborah_Santoro@uml.edu.
White House Reporter to Speak about Covering President Trump
When and where: Wednesday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m. O’Leary Library Learning Commons, Room 222, South Campus, 61 Wilder St., Lowell
What: Jonathan Lemire, a White House reporter for The Associated Press and MSNBC political analyst, will present “On the Road with No. 45,” a free program for the public that will offer his insider’s view of covering Donald Trump, the country’s 45th president. The event is presented by UMass Lowell’s Learning in Retirement Association, which offers free enrichment classes and activities. Free parking will be available in the nearby Wilder Lot. Members of the public who would like more information may visit www.uml.edu/community/lira/default.aspx.
‘Star Wars’ Weekend Fires Up Hockey Fans
When and where: Friday, Jan. 18 and Saturday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m. Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell, 300 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Lowell
What: “The force” is sure to be with the UMass Lowell men’s hockey team at two Hockey East home games against the University of Vermont Catamounts during Star Wars Weekend. The first 1,000 fans to arrive at Friday night’s game will receive a bobblehead featuring Rowdy the River Hawk dressed as a Jedi. During Saturday’s game, characters from the film series will greet fans, who are also encouraged to attend in “Star Wars” garb. Tickets for both games are available at the Tsongas Center box office, at www.tsongascenter.com or by calling 866-722-8780.
Avant-Garde Artists Unite for Free, Interactive Exhibit
When and where: Tuesday, Jan. 22 through Tuesday, March 5. University Gallery, Mahoney Hall, South Campus, 870 Broadway St., Lowell. Gallery hours are Monday through Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
What: The 404 International Festival of Art and Technology – which has been held at sites all over the world – has selected UMass Lowell for its 16th edition. The free event for the public and campus shines a light on the work of cutting-edge artists. Featured pieces will include a robot that reads a Twitter feed, a virtual reality tour of a Chinese monastery, a video “mirror” and more. Participating artists hail from Argentina, Canada, Korea, Taiwan and the United States. Members of the public who would like more information should email Deborah_Santoro@uml.edu.