Financial Assistance - The Organization provides financial assistance to the educational programming of the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. The Organization funds research, awards, seminars and instruction as well as financial need-based and merit scholarships to full and part-time students of the University. The Organization also provides support for campus improvements, the library and instructional departments intended to enhance student engagement in the University and its programs. UMass Dartmouth distinguishes itself as a vibrant, public research university dedicated to engaged learning and innovative research resulting in personal and lifelong student success.