The Mount Ida Campus is now the Charles River Campus
UMass Amherst renames its center for professional development and experiential learning in Newton.
Mount Ida's Legacy
From its founding in 1899 in an elegant home on what was called 'Mount Ida Hill,' Mount Ida's legacy evolved over decades through shifting missions, partnerships, and campus changes. Explore the timeline, photos, and the college's full history.
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UMass Amherst’s Mount Ida Campus to be renamed Charles River Campus
The University of Massachusetts Amherst has announced that it will rename its center for professional development and experiential learning in Newton.
December 3, 2025
Career Launch Program Takes Off
In Fall 2025, the Mount Ida Campus is hosting the inaugural cohort of the Career Launch program.
October 30, 2025
Former U.S. Ambassador to Ireland Claire Cronin Joins the Mount Ida Campus
The Honorable Claire Cronin, who served as U.S. ambassador to Ireland from 2022 to 2025, has joined the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
July 9, 2025
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