Our Commitment
Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goes far beyond any one office. These ideals and aspirations are deeply embedded into the core of UMass Amherst. We envision being a leader in promoting and maintaining an inclusive university community that fully reflects the diversity of the region and world, in which all community members can feel included, connected, and valued, and that fully embeds and fosters well-being for people, places, and planet. Please explore how our university serves and supports our community members.
Watch the 2026 JEDI Conference Keynotes
Hosted by the Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) in collaboration with campus-wide partners, the JEDI Conference affirms the university’s commitment to equity and inclusion. It aims to build community and connection across campus, showcase campus resources and knowledge supporting our values, and to promote a sense of belonging for all members of the UMass community. Watch our keynote speakers Lisa Green, Whitney Battle-Baptiste, Keisha Green, Jamila Lyiscott, and Justin Coles deliver their powerful presentations.
Federal Actions
UMass Amherst is committed to protecting the privacy, wellbeing, and safety of its community. This page collects and shares resources for students and employees in response to changes in the federal landscape. Please refer to this page for updates.
UMass Amherst Showcase at the Henry M. Thomas III Center at Springfield
Saturday November 7, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
UMass Amherst Henry M. Thomas III Center at Springfield
UMass Amherst is bringing its energy, creativity, and big ideas directly to your neighborhood. Dive into hands-on experiences led by UMass faculty. Catch lightning talks on research happening right here in Greater Springfield. Meet student athletes, and enjoy spirited performances by our student cultural organizations. Open to all!
Imagining 2034: Our Strategic Plan
The university's multi-stage strategic planning process will be informed by a respect for UMass Amherst’s rich history as the commonwealth’s flagship campus and public-land grant institution, ambition for excellence in all we do, and recognition of our responsibility to steward our financial and human resources. The planning process incorporates existing school and college strategic visions, aspirations, and goals, in addition to understanding opportunities for—and impediments to—success. UMass Amherst will strive for inclusion and transparency in every aspect of this important process.
OEI Strategic Plan
UMass Amherst is committed to measuring our progress as we advance our campus strategic plan, For the Common Good. Here you will find dashboards the Office of Equity and Inclusion's campus-level goals that illustrate key metrics being tracked over time. We wlecome you to learn more about our strategic priorities and our progrss!
Where to Turn for Help
As valued members of the UMass community, we stand together in fostering an environment of support and empowerment. Your voice matters in preventing and addressing mistreatment, bias, or discrimination. Explore the resources available to you and trust that we're here to assist you every step of the way. If you or someone you know has been harmed, please explore these resources for reporting and support.