Bio:

Hi! My name is Rebecca Duffy and I’m from Chicopee, Massachusetts. I am a Junior at UMass Amherst double-majoring in Journalism and Communication. My dream is to work in the broadcast news industry. I am a video reporter for the Amherst Wire, a student-run online magazine, and the social media coordinator for the UMass Irish Dance Club. In my free time, you can find me studying in the Integrative Learning Center (ILC), eating at Berk, or talking to a camera! One fun fact about me is that I transferred to UMass Amherst in the Spring of 2019 and am so happy to call it my new home.

If you have any questions about being a college transfer student, or anything about life at UMass, feel free to contact me at rnduffy@umass.edu.

My Content

Advice for the UMass Class of 2024

An aerial view of the University of Massachusets campus

Congratulations on your acceptance to the University of Massachusetts, class of 2024! You are about to experience four amazing years at UMass Amherst. Entering freshman year of college is an exciting time- it's the beginning of an incredible academic and professional journey. If you're feeling a little nervous to enter college, that's okay! Many incoming freshmen share the same concerns when entering college. I shared these concerns with current students who want to reassure you that choosing UMass was a great decision.

Meet the Major: Operations and Information Management (OIM)

Image of University of Massachusetts student Marie McCormick with text about choosing UMass because it is a large and diverse school

Meet Marie, an operations and information management (OIM) and public health sciences double major. She feels the large number of opportunities at UMass Amherst will help reach her goal of working in healthcare administration after graduation.

Five Winter Activities Near Amherst

Snow covers the scenery on the University of Massachusetts campus

There is a chill in the air, there are mounds of snow on the ground, and the campus pond is frozen over — it’s officially winter at the University of Massachusetts Amherst! Winter can be a stressful time of the year, because it means finals are right around the corner. You may spend a lot of time studying for exams, or working on a big class project. However, don’t forget to take a break and have some fun! There are many things to do during the winter time around Amherst.

College Application Tips for First-Year Students

Tips for from Rebecca for navigating the Common App to apply as a freshman

UMass Admissions Vlog: A Day in the Life of a UMass Amherst Student — Fall 2019

Vlogger Rebecca Duffy takes you through a day in the life of a student at UMass Amherst, with stops at her dorm, classes, the dining halls, and more!

UMass Admissions Vlog: Favorite Autumn Activities in Amherst?

Vlogger Rebecca Duffy talks with students on campus about their favorite things to do at UMass Amherst, and in the region, during the autumn season.

UMass Amherst Admissions Vlog: Meet Rebecca Duffy!

Welcome to my first Vlog, where I talk about my major, being a transfer student, why I chose the University of Massachusetts, living on campus, and which dining hall is my favorite!

How to Make Friends as a College Transfer Student

Two University of Massachusetts students take a spin on electric bicycles they rented on campus.

Starting at a new school can be intimidating, especially if you are a college transfer student. It can take a lot of time to adjust to your classes and living situation, among other things. As a transfer student myself, the hardest adjustment I faced was making new friends.

Student Blog

Search Google Appliance

Undergraduate Admissions

Rebecca Duffy