News Archive - 2007
Don't give flu a shot...
December 27, 2007
...get one instead! February and March are prime time for seasonal flu. If you haven’t had a flu shot yet, it’s not too late. Find out more...
MHS director co-authors article
December 19, 2007
An article co-authored by UHS' Director of Mental Health Services will be featured in the upcoming edition of The Journal of College Student Psychotherapy. Read more...
MRC wins grant
December 17, 2007
The UMass Amherst Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) unit will receive more than $2,700 in supplies and equipment, through a grant from the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency. Read more...
Creativity on display
December 3, 2007
UHS staff are creative, talented people ... and these gifts were on display during the health center's annual craft fair, Dec. 3. Compliments and sales were plentiful as shoppers browsed tables filled with everything from cozy mittens to intricate woodwork.
Event celebrates successes, recognizes leaders
November 30, 2007
The Campus and Community Coalition to Reduce High-Risk Drinking (CCC) celebrated good news about our campus and recognized leaders for their contributions. Read more...
Brightening children's holidays
November 26, 2007
UHS' second annual Giving Tree project is making the holidays happier for area children. Read more and learn how you can help.
Harris, Scott at sports medicine conference
November 15, 2007
Two UHS staffers were among the presenters at the American College of Sports Medicine's New England Chapter conference on Nov. 15 in Providence, R.I. Robin Harris, M.S., C.A.D.A.C., of the Athletic Health Enhancement Program and Linda Scott, Ph.D. of Mental Health Services, spoke to some 200 providers on "Athletes in Trouble: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Working with Athletes at Risk."
SHAB project spotlights smoking issue
November 15, 2007
Earlier this month, volunteers from UHS' Student Health Advisory Board (SHAB) combed the campus, looking for discarded cigarette butts. Eleven and a half pounds of butts were collected during "No Butts About It Day - nearly double the volume from last year's inaugural event. Today, this treasure trove of trash was on view in the Campus Center. The display, created in conjunction with the American Cancer Society's Great American Smokeout, illustrated the negative health and environmental impact of cigarette smoking. Find out more about SHAB!
MHS director leads decision-making workshop
November 5, 2007
Decisions made by counseling center directors can range from simple to life-altering. Harry Rockland-Miller, Ph.D., of Mental Health Services, guides colleagues through the process at a national conference. Read more...
MHS staff present at international conference
October 30, 2007
Two Mental Health Services clinicians are among the presenters at an international conference on identifying, treating and preventing trauma-related mental disorders. Read more...
UHS health educator honored
October 29, 2007
Sally A. Linowski, Ph.D., Director of Health Education, Community Outreach and Marketing at UHS, has been honored for her contributions as a mentor to UMass students.
Read more...
HIV/AIDS quilt project exhibit
October 26, 2007
In 1992, the Five College AIDS/STD Committee began a quilt project memorializing those lost to HIV and AIDS. A November exhibit at the Student Union Art Gallery marks the project's 15th anniversary. Read more...
"No Butts About It"
October 25, 2007
The first Sunday in November marked the second annual "No Butts About It" day at UMass. UHS' Student Health Advisory Board coordinated this healthy, green and fun event! Read more...
Author, author!
October 17, 2007
UHS health educator Tom Schiff, Ed.D., is among the authors of a new diversity and social justice education sourcebook taking part in a book-signing Friday, October 19. Read more...
Life-saving training
October 12, 2007
Forty UMass Amherst staff members have received advanced training in suicide prevention, as part of a program led by the Mental Health Services (MHS) department of University Health Services. Read more...
UHS speakers at college health event
October 1, 2007
Three experts from UHS are leading presentations at a major regional college health meeting, Oct. 10 - 12 in New York. Read more...
CADAP featured at national meeting
September 24, 2007
Staff from the Center for Alcohol and other Drug Abuse Prevention are sharing their expertise at a high-profile national meeting. Read more...
5-College Clothesline Project
September 20, 2007
This annual event, coordinated by the Women's Health Project at UHS, honors survivors and victims of sexual violence. Read more...
The art of caring
August 28, 2007
One of the campus’ newest artworks, a colorful and lasting celebration of the art of caring, was unveiled at UHS. Read more...
Grant to expand violence prevention course
May 1, 2007
A UHS health educator's violence prevention course is expanding, thanks to a new grant. Read more...
For your benefit
April 23, 2007
UHS was on hand for the annual Employee Benefits Fair, April 23rd at the Student Union Ballroom. The campus health center, with offerings including pharmacy, eye care and the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, is open to employees as well as students.
SHAB blood drive a success
April 19, 2007
Donors flocked to a spring blood drive sponsored by the Student Health Advisory Board. Read more...
Prevention partners featured at NY state conference
March 2, 2007
Campus and community partnerships are a new tool in the fight against high-risk student drinking, and UMass Amherst is in the forefront. Later this month, our experts will share their experiences. Read more...
Suicide prevention project leader announced
February 22, 2007
Suicide prevention efforts at UMass Amherst are expanding, with the hiring of a psychologist to lead a new grant-funded awareness and training program. Read more...
Are you getting serious?
January 31, 2007
What should you think about when you're thinking about getting serious? Find out at "Where's Love 101," Tuesday, Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m. in Room 165-69 at the Campus Center.
UHS psychologist Linda Scott is among the participants in a panel discussion, which will include long-term couples who'll talk about what makes for a healthy relationship.
The program is sponsored by the Women of Color Leadership Network, with co-sponsors UHS, Everywoman's Center and Student Legal Services. For more information, contact the Center for Student Development, 545-3600.
Hot off the press
January 29, 2007
UHS Allergy Travel Nurse Pat May dispenses immunizations and information. Read more about her in the latest issue of UMass Amherst magazine.
Info to go
January 23, 2007
John Nunez of UHS’ Health Education Department gives posters and a condom kit to a resident assistant during the RA Resource Fair on Jan. 23. More than 350 RAs attended the semi-annual event.
A healthy welcome
January 8, 2007
UHS met incoming students and their families at the New Student Orientation event, Jan. 8-10 at the Campus Center.
At the program’s resource fair, health educator Rachael Goren and Patient Services representative Kathie Pipczynski (pictured, l-r) were on hand to answer questions, along with Patty Mascis of the New Student Immunization Program, Ruth McNew of Patient Services, health educators Marisa Hebble, Hermence Matsotsa, April McNally, Tom Schiff and Danny Wertheimer.
UHS Executive Director Bernette Melby also led twice-daily presentations for parents during the program, sharing information on campus resources and financial matters.
