Alma Mater Case

One of the most important value of UMass Boston is Transformation and it is presented in the second stanza. UMass Boston value is to transform people's life through education.

The alma mater mentions that from the start, people have seen the light that she held in her hand. A torch represents light, therefore, guidance. Light is often used where there is darkness. For centuries, education has been paralleled to light in the dark because it brings enlightenment to people when they become more knowledgeable about the things around them. Thus on the contrary, darkness is symbolical of illiteracy, emptiness or nothingness. The torch held by UMass, is nothing else but education which is her armor in destroying ignorance and illiteracy in order to bring the knowledge, wisdom and success to her children.

As the years went by, the passion of UMass never dimmed. Rather, her light remained its brightness, guiding many people in their lives. As people witnessed more and more graduates of UMass being led into the world where they succeeded, many have dreamed to become one of them and this made them more confident that the school can indeed guide them as she envisioned it. Moreover, the people's hope that they can be a part of UMass and become successful lessened their fears of what life may have for them. People witnessed how the university remained persistent in her dreams for her children despite the adversaries and doubts of the people watching her. Her passion never diminished but rather maintained the desire of those who trusted her and walked with her. As a result, many have placed their trust in her as well, considering the university as good and just.

"Our work can transform the lives, careers, and social contexts of all members of our community. We seek to help our students to realize their potential in the pursuit of education. We support our students, faculty, and staff in their efforts to create knowledge, gain new understandings, and assume the responsibilities of leadership and civic participation."