Daniela D’Alleva is currently pursuing a degree in Plastics Engineering at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. During her time at UMASS Lowell, she has been involved in several noteworthy projects related to plastics engineering. One such project involved designing a shoe charm featuring the university’s mascot. Her team then created a mold of the charm, which was used in an injection molding machine to produce over 400 charms. These were showcased and distributed at the 2024 National Plastics Exposition. Daniela intends to pursue a Master’s degree in plastics engineering and aspires to work in the sports industry. She hopes to utilize her expertise to enhance the safety of sports e9uipment for athletes of all ages and skill levels.
Thank you so much for awarding me with the SPE Injection Molding Division Scholarship. This generous scholarship will alleviate some of the financial burden that my college education has placed on my family. I was initially an undeclared engineering major until I attended a networking event where I spoke to two UMASS Lowell alumni who were plastics majors. That night, I decided to declare my major as plastics engineering, and I am so glad that I made that decision. I am on summer break and am itching to get back in the classroom to learn more about plastics. Again, thank you for your support!
