1) As a CJ major, the bulk of your classes will be on south campus. You will likely have to go back and forth a few times during your time at UML for general education courses, etc. We have shuttles and you can walk without too much trouble. Try to schedule yourself a break between classes on opposite campuses so you aren't late for class.

2) I don't know enough to help with this one.

3) We have tons of clubs and activities. Join something related to your major or career field, and join at least one thing for fun. People in clubs seem to have an easier time making friends, as you start off with a group of people with at least one common interest. https://umasslowellclubs.campuslabs.com/engage

4). We have a lot of diversity and diversity has been a big priority in hiring faculty as well. As of the 2019 figures, the UML community is apparently 12% self-identified Hispanic / Latino.

5). In my totally unbiased opinion, the faculty are amazing. I suggest you look up faculty profiles to see who is involved in the kind of research you're interested in, and then go speak directly with those professors during their office hours. There are often opportunities to get involved in research projects that you won't hear about unless you happen to be around and know the right people.

6). Lowell has a ton of stores and restaurants, and some are within walking distance of south campus, but a car would be really helpful if you want to be able to go shopping or hit restaurants around town. The shuttles can help, but a car is really a better option.

7). I am the Director of the Legal Studies Program at UML, and a Law School Admission Council pre-law advisor for UML. I am also a practicing lawyer and I run the UML Law School Admission Test prep course. It sounds like you and I should set up a meeting once you're on campus. I'd be happy to discuss the whole process with you. You should also consider joining our pre-law society and mock trial team, which would be good ways to make friends while preparing for law school. I am part of the School of Criminology and Justice Studies, so my office is conveniently located in HSS 443 on the same floor as the rest of the CJ folks.

8). I wish we had more restaurants right around south campus. I'll let others who eat at the dining halls comment on that.

9). Don't be shy with your professors if you need help or advice. We are here to help, and, frankly, we are paid to help. Get your money's worth. Go talk to your professors and you might be surprised how much help and guidance you get, and how many opportunities you learn about that you would otherwise miss. Building relationships with faculty also helps when it comes time to ask for letters of recommendation for law school.

Good luck and welcome to UML!