About the UMass Amherst Medical Reserve Corps
In 2005 University Health Services, UMass Amherst's campus health center, partnered with the university’s School of Nursing to create the UMass Amherst Medical Reserve Corps (MRC).
The 300-member-strong UMass MRC is one of more than 700 registered units nationwide. What's an MRC? Learn more with these FAQs.
The fledgling unit got a major boost when the School of Nursing's faculty senate voted unanimously to incorporate MRC into its undergraduate and second bachelor’s degree course curriculums This created the first, and perhaps only, curriculum-incorporated MRC in the country.
The UMass Amherst MRC provides educational, research and leadership opportunities for student and faculty volunteers in the fields of public health and emergency preparedness.
Volunteer now!
In the News...
Fall, 2009 trainings scheduled
Register now for UMass Amherst MRC's fall trainings. Whether you're new to the MRC or a seasoned responder, there's something here for you. Download the course schedule...
Campus, community unite at drill
UMass Amherst campus and community partners staged a large-scale emergency drill, testing readiness and resources. More...
Emergency drill tests readiness
More than 300 volunteers are taking part in an April 16 emergency preparedness drill sponsored by the UMass Amherst Medical Reserve Corps. Learn what they're doing to enhance safety...
Triage training
SMART is a medical triage system useful in many emergency situations. EMTs, Medical Reserve Corps members and others won't want to miss a free training, April 6, 6 - 8 p.m. in room 102 of Draper Hall.
EMTs are eligible for three continuing education credits. For more information, email umassmrc@uhs.umass.edu.
Unit earns funding award
UMass Amherst’s Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) unit has been awarded a $5,000 federal award to support and increase public health and disaster response activities. Read more...
MRC launches new website
The UMass Amherst MRC is growing ... and so is our web presence! Here's more information about this new website!
MRC wins grant
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...
