University of Massachusetts Amherst

This month: November 1, 2009–November 30, 2009

Double Reed Day
A workshop for double reed players which includes masterclasses, clinics, and performances by UMass faculty and guest artists.
Conference: History of the Book
A conference highlighting the history of the book -- a relatively new area of study that begins with the printing and publishing of books in the 15th century.
UMass Amherst Alumni Association Event: Tailgate Tent
UMass meets the Huskies of Northeastern on November 7. “Fry the Huskies” with us at the Alumni Association Tailgate Tent.
Football vs. Northeastern
Head coach Kevin Morris leads the University of Massachusetts football team into action in a conference game against the Northeastern Huskies.
Women's Rugby Playoffs
UMass Women's Rugby is 9th in the nation -- come watch them play Cornell as part of the northeast playoffs!
Veterans Weekend Quidditch Tournament
Come see an intense and fun-filled Quidditch tournament as UMass Amherst takes on Emerson, Middlebury, Vassar, and Lafayette Colleges! See who sweeps away the competition!
The Burial at Thebes
A version of Sophocles' Antigone by Seamus Heaney.
Salem, MA Alumni Event: Saturday at the Peabody Essex Museum
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a museum or another non-profit? Join our alumni speakers Merry Glosband '68 and Ellen Soares '78 to hear about their interesting careers and then tour the Peabody Essex Museum!
Men's Basketball vs. Dowling College
Head coach Derek Kellogg leads the University of Massachusetts men’s basketball team into action against in an exhibition game Dowling College.
Kehkashaan Live Bollywood Band
Experience Washington DC’s hottest Bollywood band whose repertoire ranges from Bollywood oldies to current sizzling hits from popular Hindi movies and more.
Chamber Choir Concert
A performance directed by Tony Thornton.
The Fourth Annual "No Butts About It Day"
Join members of the campus community as they don gloves, grab trash bags, and go hunting for improperly discarded cigarette butts.
Infinity Brass Concert
Featuring works such as Quintet #3, Op. 7 by Russian romantic composer Victor Ewald and Enrique Crespo’s Suite Americana of Hispanic folk tunes.
U.S. Senate Candidates' Forum
The League of Women Voters of Massachusetts and public radio stations WFCR and WNNZ are pleased to present a forum for candidates running for the U.S. Senate seat left vacant by the death of Edward M. Kennedy.
Late Night Movies
Enjoy a night of laughs with a showing of "Funny People." Free popcorn and beverages will be served.