As a junior here at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, I have explored much of what the campus has to offer. With amazing study areas, a multitude of phenomenal eateries, working out at our recreation center, and much more, I have discovered many places here on campus that I love dearly. But even as a junior, there are plenty of areas here on campus that I have yet to fully explore. To help incoming students discover some of the wonderful locations at UMass, here are some of my favorite places on campus.
Julia, a sophomore at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has wanted to be an elementary school teacher for as long as she can remember. Hear how her courses at UMass are preparing her for that goal.
There’s a saying that says that there are two things that are unavoidable in life: taxes and death. The saying is true, but in my opinion, it lacks a third thing: notetaking.
Almost everything has myths, even colleges. When I first decided to attend the University of Massachusetts Amherst, I thought I knew everything there was to know about the school. Needless to say, I found that many of my assumptions to be wrong, especially once I came to know the school on my own.
There is no correct number as to how many extracurricular activities one should list on their Common Application. One of our admissions directors explains what UMass is looking for when considering an application, and why no two applications are the same!
Hear what mistakes a UMass admissions counselor says are most common for freshmen filling out the Common Application. Make sure you don't sell yourself short when listing your extracurriculars — consider all of your hobbies and favorite things to do when advocating yourself to colleges!
Whether you're in the mood for a group class, an individual workout, or a quick walk around the track, UMass Recreation Center has got you covered. Take a peak inside the three story facility complete with state of the art equipement, guaranteed to get you through any workout!
Something unique to the University of Massachusetts is how important the holistic review of your application is-- especially for transfer students. You’re not just a GPA and SAT number when applying to UMass Amherst. To be admitted, each aspect of every application is considered, including the courses taken at other schools, what areas each student excels in, where they don’t, etc. Here at UMass, our goal is to prepare you to succeed.
Living alone on campus? Our intern Aaliyah explains the difference between her Southwest single compared to a traditional dorm double in her UMass Dorm Tour.
Southwest is the largest residential area at UMass Amherst. See how Maddie and her roommate decorated their Southwest double to be full of lights, pictures, and Game of Thrones!
The title of this blog post was the exact thought I had after my first full day here.I was exhausted, underfed, and overwhelmed. And I was entering a state of panic realizing that this was my life for the next four months.
Julia, a sophomore at the University of Massachusetts Amherst has wanted to be an elementary school teacher for as long as she can remember. Hear how her courses at UMass are preparing her for that goal.
There is no correct number as to how many extracurricular activities one should list on their Common Application. One of our admissions directors explains what UMass is looking for when considering an application, and why no two applications are the same!
Hear what mistakes a UMass admissions counselor says are most common for freshmen filling out the Common Application. Make sure you don't sell yourself short when listing your extracurriculars — consider all of your hobbies and favorite things to do when advocating yourself to colleges!
Whether you're in the mood for a group class, an individual workout, or a quick walk around the track, UMass Recreation Center has got you covered. Take a peak inside the three story facility complete with state of the art equipement, guaranteed to get you through any workout!
Something unique to the University of Massachusetts is how important the holistic review of your application is-- especially for transfer students. You’re not just a GPA and SAT number when applying to UMass Amherst. To be admitted, each aspect of every application is considered, including the courses taken at other schools, what areas each student excels in, where they don’t, etc. Here at UMass, our goal is to prepare you to succeed.
Living alone on campus? Our intern Aaliyah explains the difference between her Southwest single compared to a traditional dorm double in her UMass Dorm Tour.
Southwest is the largest residential area at UMass Amherst. See how Maddie and her roommate decorated their Southwest double to be full of lights, pictures, and Game of Thrones!