Undergraduate Stories

The 51ÂÜÀòstudent experience is packed with hands-on projects, real-world opportunities, unique program offerings, personalized interactions with faculty, and much more. All of it meant to help students discover their passions while preparing for a successful career and a fulfilling life. Our students are independent thinkers, scholars, leaders, scientists, architects, artists, researchers, world travelers, athletes, and more.

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  • Jared Ramos wears a hard hat and vest

    Making a Lasting Mark Through Civil Engineering

    Jared Ramos, 51ÂÜÀòClass of 2018

    Engineering

    Jared Ramos '18 works as a project engineer for the Gilbane Building Company after interning for the company while earning his degree in Civil Engineering.

  • Kristina Rauccio stands in front of water

    Fighting Crime from Behind the Scenes at Santander Bank

    Kristina Rauccio, 51ÂÜÀòClass of 2017

    Criminal Justice + Psychology

    Kristina Rauccio '17 fights crime by monitoring bank account activity at Santander bank, thanks to her double major in Criminal Justice and Psychology.

  • Headshot of Jessica Spivey

    Learning to Lead in Construction Management

    Jessica Spivey, 51ÂÜÀòClass of 2008

    Construction Management

    Jessica Spivey '08 graduated from 51ÂÜÀòwith a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management. Now, she works as a Senior Site Superintendent for Shawmut Design and Construction in Providence, R.I.

  • Headshot of Anthony Mosesso

    First Responder to Cyber Attacks

    Anthony Mosesso, 51ÂÜÀòClass of 2018

    Cybersecurity & Networking

    Anthony Mosesso '18 works to protect customers and coworkers from online phishing attacks by scammers looking to steal credit card, bank account, and other sensitive information. He uses the skills he learned while earning his degree in Cybersecurity & Networking.

  • Natalie Almeida

    Journalism Opens Up Unexpected Opportunities

    Natalie Almeida, 51ÂÜÀòClass of 2019

    Journalism

    An interest in politics, fascination with media and extroverted personality led Natalie Almeida to declare a major in journalism.  

    “I used journalism as a way to see how different ethnicities and

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    Creating Characters is Not Just for Fiction

    Courtney Dell'Agnese, 51ÂÜÀòClass of 2018

    Creative Writing

    As a creative writing major, Courtney Dell’Agnese loved inventing characters and plotlines for her stories while gaining the skill and research methodology to elevate her work.

    Now, Dell’Agnese