University of Massachusetts Amherst

Frameworks for the Future

During the 2009-2010 Academic Year, the University of Massachusetts Amherst will celebrate many milestones as we continue on our path to be among the top public research universities in the nation. The Framework for Excellence, developed by Chancellor Robert C. Holub, shapes this journey.

The campus community is invited to join in these celebrations. For information about any of these events or to reserve space, please contact the Office of External Relations and University Events at (413) 577‑1101 or erue@admin.umass.edu.

ISB

September 14 • 9 am
ISB
Dedication

Official opening of the new Integrated Science Building.

Convocation

October 2 • 11 am
Faculty
Convocation

Including the formal installation of Robert C. Holub as the 29th Chancellor of UMass Amherst.

Skinner Hall Dedication

October 2 • 3 pm
Skinner Hall
Dedication

Official opening of the remodeled Skinner Hall.

Hillside Under the Stars

October 3 • 8 pm
Hillside
Under the Stars

A night of dancing and entertainment.

Band Building

October 17 • 1 pm
Band Building
Groundbreaking

Groundbreaking ceremony for the new Marching Band Building.

Rec Center

December 3 • 3 pm
Rec Center
Dedication

Formal dedication of the new Student Recreation Center.

Science Building Groundbreaking

Date to be announced
Science Building
Groundbreaking

Groundbreaking ceremony for the new Science Building.

faculty lecture

Throughout the year
DISTINGUISHED
FACULTY LECTURES

Honoring and celebrating the distinguished UMass Amherst faculty.