UMassD is a top-tier research university for the aspiring, innovative, and curious-minded. We support scholars in answering the big questions. #ProudtobeUMassD UMass Dartmouth is a top-tier research university for the aspiring, innovative, and curious-minded. We support scholars in answering the big questions. The mission of the Foundation is to secure and steward a broad array of resources to support the scholarly development and personal growth of UMass Dartmouth students, and to promote the graduation of thoughtful citizens who will contribute to the intellectual and economic capital of the region, the commonwealth, the nation, and the world.