Welcome to UMass Amherst Advocacy
An advocate is...
Anyone who supports or takes action on behalf of UMass Amherst.
What's the message?
Invest in UMass Amherst – the Commonwealth’s public research university. We…
- Drive the Massachusetts economy
- Educate the 21st century workforce
- Develop new technology
- Investigate real problems, create real solutions
- Return $8 for every $1 invested
The proof is in the pudding...
UMass Amherst needs you to show and tell how investing in UMass Amherst adds value to the Commonwealth. Although located in Western Massachusetts, the University lives and works in our communities developing and supporting the health, wealth, and wisdom of the Commonwealth, the nation, and the world.
What can you do?
Be informed. Sign up for the UMass Amherst Advocacy Update a weekly electronic newsletter highlighting UMA news, faculty and student research, higher education issues, and advocacy actions.
To subscribe, send a message to: Cheryl L. Dukes with "subscribe" as the subject. Please include your name and postal mailing address in the body of the message. We do not share your information with external entities.
Think creatively. Disseminating messages in an information-saturated world is challenging. You know how to share messages effectively and efficiently. Word-of-mouth is a powerful tactic for persuasion. Person-to-person contact has more impact than you think.
Ask for help. Have an idea, but you don't know where to begin? Advocates have expertise in many different areas, and are willing to share. Our staff can fine-tune ideas and give feedback to support you in your efforts.
Share your strengths. Identify your areas of expertise. You are an important resource who can help others advocate for UMass Amherst.
Close the Loop Tell us about your UMass Amherst advocacy. We'd like to thank you, and share your advocacy with other volunteers.
Thank you for your UMass Amherst Advocacy.
