2022 Summer Institute Tutor/ Mentor AmeriCorps Positions
The Upward Bound Summer Institute is a six-week academic and holistic enrichment experience hosted by UMass Amherst each summer. It serves 40 – 60 high school students from Springfield’s High School of Commerce, including Springfield Honors Academy and Rise Academy. The Summer Institute is designed to expose students to a college-like experience. It supports students in their development academically, emotionally, and personally to prepare them for success in college and life. The Summer Institute provides participants with a college-like experience: They take academic courses and engage in artistic, musical, and residential activities to prepare for college and career success.
Upward Bound is looking for energetic, team-oriented people who enjoy supporting youth. Experience with youth education and/or positive youth development is helpful. The summer program is intensive and challenging; potential candidates should expect a fast-paced and dynamic workplace.
The program will run for six weeks in June and July. Traditionally, programming is held in person on the UMass campus, but for the past two years, the Summer Institute has been remote. Applicants should be aware that this year, a remote, in-person, or hybrid Summer Institute is possible. Training for the program will be provided and will begin in late June before the program start date. A virtual AmeriCorps Orientation will take place on June 14th, 2022.
***Important***
-Members must be at least 18 years old and U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or lawful Permanent Residents.
-The UB UMass AmeriCorps Program protects against discrimination based on color, race, ethnicity, nationality, sex, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, or disability.
-We make reasonable accommodations for interviews and service.
-Satisfactory completion of a criminal history check is required for participation.
Tutor/ Mentor AmeriCorps Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision for Upward Bound participants (high school-aged). Staff will have off-duty time each day.
- Create and maintain a positive, productive, and safe environment for both students and staff, utilizing program policies and positive behavioral supports.
● Lead daily arrival check-ins at the start of class and goal-setting reflections at the end of class. Keep related data and share daily with program administrators.
● Record and submit class attendance, reach out to absent students, and support all students in participating fully in each class offered.
● Attend assigned classes, engage in-class activities, and assist Instructors in classroom management.
● Conduct tutoring sessions as needed.
● Build and maintain positive and supportive relationships with students.
● Participate in the positive intellectual and emotional development of teenage students in a mentoring capacity.
● Respond positively and proactively to student issues as they arise, including enforcing and responding to disciplinary situations.
● Plan and hold two weekly evening workshops for Upward Bound participants.
● Attend, participate in and support two other weekly evening meetings.
● Attend and participate in staff development activities and weekly staff meetings.
● Other duties as assigned.
These duties and responsibilities will be the same regardless of the program medium.
Preferred Qualifications:
● Minimum rising college junior who is in good academic standing. Recent graduates and/or graduate students are welcome to apply.
● Experience working with high school-aged youth.
● Ability to support students in an academic setting.
● Ability to model positive behavior in discreet and effective ways...
● Leadership and success in an academic and/or community capacity.
● Organized, excellent communication skills, professional attitude, and ability to work well under pressure.
● Capacity to work in a positive, passionate, team-oriented environment.
● Awareness of and ability to articulate factors affecting student access and success in higher education, including but not limited to those affecting marginalized students, students from diverse backgrounds, and students with disabilities.
● Past participation in or with Upward Bound/TRiO programs or in similar academic/ summer residential programs. Identification with at least one of Upward Bound’s targeted demographics (low-income or first-generation background).
● Positive and proactive developmental approach to behavior and discipline.
● Experience living in residential dormitories or living on your own.
● Interest in exploring themes such as equity and access to higher education and issues of race, class, gender, ability, and sexual orientation among other important issues facing the nation and the global community.
Benefits:
● Living allowance of $2,500
● Education Award of $1,679 upon successful completion of 450 hours of service
Dates of program, including staff orientation and training, to be determined.
To Apply:
Please provide a letter of intent and your resume in ONE PDF via email to Program Director Dr. Bridget Hynes at bridgethynes@umass.edu.
In your letter of intent, please address the questions listed below:
1. Why are you interested in working with UMass Upward Bound?
2. Do you have any experience working with high school-aged students, whether in person or remotely? Please discuss.
3. What importance do you believe mentoring plays in supporting the academic and personal development of high school-aged students?
4. What roles do you think race and class play in terms of access to higher education in the U.S.?
5. What skills and strengths do you have that would support your success in the position?
Please submit all application materials in one PDF. We will contact a select number of applicants upon
2022 CMASS Annual Senior Recognition Ceremony
April 21, 2022 | Amherst Room, 10th Floor
Campus Center Building
Finally, CMASS celebrated its in person CMASS Annual Senior Recognition Ceremony on April 21 in the Amherst Room of the Campus Center Building after two long years of virtual celebrations. It was our way to celebrate and congratulate seniors on their momentous achievement of graduation. Seniors were presented with a commemorative stole, which they can wear to Commencement.
Making it through four or five years of college requires a great amount of discipline, determination, drive and hard work. This major milestone demonstrates their strong will to achieve long-term goals and the capacity to make a positive impact in our local and global communities.
To be eligible to receive a stole, CMASS Graduating Senior completed the Application form on before February 27 at https://bit.ly/369T0wC .
This day also afforded seniors the opportunity to recognize peers, faculty and staff for their commitment to student success, diversity and social justice. CONGRATULATIONS, CMASS GRADUATING SENIORS!
CMASS is hiring Programming Assistants for the Malcolm X and Josephine White Eagle Cultural Centers
If you are a full-time registered UMass undergraduate student interested in diversity, equity and inclusion work, please consider applying!
Applicants should send resume and cover letter to carodrig@umass.edu by August 15, 2022 @ 11:59pm.
The CMASS Cultural Centers continue a long history of providing programs that celebrate cultural traditions, understanding of own/other’s multifaceted identities, nurturing and welcoming spaces for studying as well as resource referral to support student success.
The Cultural Center Programming Assistant will work with the Program Coordinator and Associate Director for Student Development to design and implement culturally relevant and intentional learning strategies for cultural programming for diverse student populations. The Cultural Center Programming Assistant will uphold the mission of CMASS and the cultural centers, are responsible for the daily operations, and for designing and facilitating culturally enriching programs. This position offers opportunities to: critically apply theories of student development, cultural wealth, and socialization, while gaining practical experience in project management and event production.
Study Hours at the Malcolm X Center
You are invited to come and join us study for finals here at the MXCC. Come and enjoy snacks and company!
May 9- 3:00-9:00 pm
May 10- 3:00 -10”00pm
May 11- 3:00-8:00pm
Salsa y Sabor con Stonewall
April 26 } 7:30-9:30 pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Dance the night away with the and paint the dance floor with your feet, cool dance moves and the alluring rhythm of salsa beats.
Poetic Expressions
April 19 } 7-9 pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Berkshire DC (Lower Level)
DayByDay Univeristy and the Malcolm X Cultual Center present Poetic Expression. Join us at our open mic poetry slam and paint night with our host Maurice Taylor and guest speaker Dr. Jacquelyn Smith. Learn about about artistic expression and its benefits toward mental health. Food and refreshments provided! Mystery gift basket raffle will be drawn. Tell a friend to tell a friend!
Kizomba and Konpa Mashup
Sunday, April 3 | 2:00-4:00 pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center, Lower Level
Hosted by the CVSA and HASA, come and join us in learning personal dance lessons and cultural expressions from our guest choreographer, Domo Charles of CT Kizomba!
Kizomba is a modern music genre with a sensual touch mixed with African rhythm and traditional sounds of Haitian dance music.
Lunch provided!
Here's a chance to tap into your creative spirit! Come and join us for a relaxing night of fun and creativity. Drop by Malcolm X on Tuesday, March 22 from 5-7pm.
Black History Month Events @ MXCC & CMASS
Black Excellence Dinner
On Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 7:00pm, Malcolm X Cultural Center invites you to join us In celebrating Black Heritage Month where students, faculty and staff will identify common values that build and strengthen community while enjoying a celebratory dinner in the Student Union Ballroom. Highlights of the evening is a poetic performance by Lyrical Faith and keynote by motivational speaker activist and the first Black full-time professor in Manning CICS, Chery A. Swanier, Ph.D., Ed.D., MDiv.
Broderick Sawyer Unity Series: The Psychology of Racism
Broderick Sawyer, PhD, is an activist, clinical psychologist, consultant, author, and meditation teacher in Louisville, KY. A dynamic speaker, teacher, and trainer of therapists, he specializes in helping historically oppressed populations unconditionally love themselves. He also teaches the psychology of oppression and compassion, as well as giving all people practical tools to improve their mental health hygiene and overall wellness. In addition to his training as a psychologist, he teaches using a combination of principles from Eastern philosophy, self-actualization, and liberation psychology.
During this session, Dr. Sawyer will discuss the mental and physical impact of racism, consider how our bias can implicitly and explicitly impact others, and how we can have more effective and equitable interactions with those who may differ from us.
Student Affairs and Campus Life (SACL) Support Session
February 22 | 11:00am
Meeting ID: 910 9635 4914
Students of Color Support Session
February 22 | 7:00pm
Meeting ID: 932 3993 1966
Faculty/Academic Support Session
February 23 | 11:30am
Meeting ID: 987 9936 7198
Student Government Support Session:
February 23 | 7:00pm
PAL-ENTINE'S DAY
February 14 | 4-6pm
Malcolm X Cultural Center
Come and meet/make a pal at speed-friending and enjoy food, friends or just have fun!
Everyone's welcome!
Board Game Night
Tuesday, February 15 | 5:30pm
MXCC is inviting you to a Board Game Night on Tuesday, February 15 @ 5:30 pm for a night of fun and games. Bring your game face and be ready to challendge your skills!
Keeping Faith
The intersections of Identity, Activism, Faith and Spirituality
Wednesday, February 16 | 7:00pm | Malcolm X Cultural Center
Join us for a conversation on the roles of faith, spirituality and other identities in social activism. Let’s find connections across differences through shared stories grounded in social change.
Open to all UMass students. Food provided. Masks required,
Costume design visionary Ruth E. Carter, who has worked on notable films like “Black Panther” and “Malcolm X”, will be giving the keynote lecture for the Commonwealth Honors College Annual Black Heritage Month Celebration on February 17, 2022 in Bowker Auditorium.
Black Excellence Dinner
On Saturday, February 26, 2022 at 7:00pm, Malcolm X Cultural Center invites you to join us In celebrating Black Heritage Month where students, faculty and staff will identify common values that build and strengthen community while enjoying a celebratory dinner in the Student Union Ballroom. Highlights of the evening is a poetic performance by Lyrical Faith and keynote by motivational speaker activist and the first Black full-time professor in Manning CICS, Chery A. Swanier, Ph.D., Ed.D., MDiv.
Study Hours at the Latinx American Cultural Center
Looking for a cozy place to study! Come and study with us here in LACC with lots of snacks and enjoy great company.
May 9 - 3:00 -9:00 pm
May 10- 3:00-5:00 and 6:00-10:00 pm
May 11- 3:00-10: 00pm
SELENA
Wednesday, April 27 | 6:00 pm
Bartlett 202
Join “Selena”- a film screening of the life of Selena Quintanilla Pérez known mononymously as Selena, was called the Queen of Tejano music and the most celebrated Mexican American entertainer of the late 20th century (Wikipedia).
Connecting Poetry and Culture
Thursday, April 21 | 5:30-8:30 pm
Bartlett Hall, Rm 202
JWECC is hosting a poetry night where we focus on the effect of our culture to our creativity.
While we bring you seven brilliant pieces of poetry written and performed by a variety of Indigenous women, we would love for your to show how YOUR culture has affected YOUR creativity
Wednesday, April 20 | 7:00 pm
Bartlett 202
Attention all seniors! All your hard work has finally brought a reward so sweet! Join us at the LACC and enjoy karaoke, socializing and food!
In collaboration with the @umassykcc the LACC is proud to announce our Turning Red movie premier that will be held in Bartlett 202 this Tuesday! Please stay updated through Campus Pulse to be aware of all future events.
A Conversation with Abigail Quic and Sara Hurtarte
Monday, April 11 | 6:00-8:00 pm
Josephine White Eagle Cultural Center
Scan QR code to register!
Join us in a conversation with the SERES Co-Executive Directoras Abigail Quic and Sara Hurtarte to learn more about this life-changing work especially on the experiences of Indigenous and Latinx youth in Guatemala and El Salvador and how they mobilized their communities around social justice and climate resilience issues.
SERES received the UNESCO Japan prize for Education and Sustainable Development in 2015, was selected by the Interamerican Development Bank as one the of the top education innovators in Latin America in2021 and was just recently shortlisted for the 2021 CIVICUS Nelson Mandela - Graça Machel Innovation Awards.
Both Abigail Quic and Sara Hutarte have been invited to present their life-altering work with SERES all over the world including the 40th Session of the General Conference at UNESCO in Paris, the UN Youth Climate Summit in New York and the Global Peace Initiative for Women in Thailand and Costa Rica.
Conquering Imposter Syndrome: Latina Empowerment
Wednesday, March 23 | 7pm via Zoom
Zoom ID TBA
Listen to our guest speakers Dulce Orozco, LMHC, Latina Immigrant Therapist, Isis Ortiz, President of Alpha Boston and Luz Arregoces, Director of Programs at Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. Hear what they have to say about conquering imposter syndrome.
Join us on Wednesday, March 23 at 7pm via Zoom..
Karaoke Night
Bartlett 202 | 7:00 pm
Warm up your vocal cords and get ready to sing the night away! If you've never tried karaoke before you will not regret it!
Domino Night
Are you looking for something to do on Wednesday night? Stop by the LACC in Bartlett 202 to tesk your skill and luck in playing dominors on Wednesday, February 23 @ 7[,/ Socialize, play and simply have fun!
Magical Movie Kickback: Encanto
We hope everyone’s return to campus has been going smoothly. We wanted to kick off the return of everyone coming back with a showing of the Movie ‘Encanto’. This is a great time to socialize with peers and student staff at the LACC. Tune in for other kickoff events at our other centers here on campus!
Fall Events 2021
Latinx American Heritage Celebration
The month was acknowledged with riveting activities beginning with a discussion of book Shaming into Brown: Somatic Transactions of Race in Latina/o Literature, performance by Peace & Rhythm, stage reading of the new play Los Olvidados: A Mexican American Corrido, and community dinner featuring poet laureate of Springfield MA Magdelena Gomez.
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repping for Finals at the YKCC
Want a quiet and conducive place to study with plenty of great snacks. Come to the YKCC and enjoy some snacks and company!
May 9- 3:00-7:00 pm
May 10- 3:00-8:00 pm
May 11- 3:00-8:00 pm
Holi 2022
Saturday, April 23 | 1:00-3:00 pm
East Pond Lawn, Integrated Learning Center
YKCC with Beta Chi Theta will host Holi a South Asian spring festival, which is commonly known as the festival of colors. During this festival, paint is commonly
thrown and smeared on family members and friends alike.
YKCC Cards Night
Is Monday, March 7 your lucky night? Join us at the Yuri Kochiyama Cultural Center in Goodell 306 for a night of fun and games! Be there at 7pm!
YKCC: 2022 Kickoff Celebration
Wednesday, February 9 | 7:30pm
Goodell 306
YKCC is inviting you to celebrate Lunar New Year at its spring kick-off event. Socialize, decorate lucky red envelopes, and enjoy free snacks and treats.
Attention CMASS Seniors!
The time has come to apply for our annual senior recognition graduation stole. Below you will find the link to apply for graduation stole. The deadline for this application is February 27th at 11:59pm. After the deadline formal invitations will be extended to seniors who are eligible to graduate, and fit the application criteria.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email us!
2022 CMASS Senior Recognition Applicati
Is Monday, March 7 your lucky night? Join us at the Yuri Kochiyama Cultural Center in Goodell 306 for a night of fun and games! Be there at 7pm!
Broderick Sawyer Unity Series: The Psychology of Racism
Freelance consultant, workshop facilitator, and speaker Broderick Sawyer, Ph.D., founding director of the Racial Trauma Center, will discuss the mental and physical impact of racism, consider how our bias can implicitly and explicitly impact others, and how we can have more effective and equitable interactions with those who may differ from us.
P
repping for Finals at the YKCC
Want a quiet and conducive place to study with plenty of great snacks. Come to the YKCC and enjoy some snacks and company!
May 9- 3:00-7:00 pm
May 10- 3:00-8:00 pm
May 11- 3:00-8:00 pm
Holi 2022
Saturday, April 23 | 1:00-3:00 pm
East Pond Lawn, Integrated Learning Center
YKCC with Beta Chi Theta will host Holi a South Asian spring festival, which is commonly known as the festival of colors. During this festival, paint is commonly
thrown and smeared on family members and friends alike.
Is Monday, March 7 your lucky night? Join us at the Yuri Kochiyama Cultural Center in Goodell 306 for a night of fun and games! Be there at 7pm!
YKCC: 2022 Kickoff Celebration
Wednesday, February 9 | 7:30pm
Goodell 306
YKCC is inviting you to celebrate Lunar New Year at its spring kick-off event. Socialize, decorate lucky red envelopes, and enjoy free snacks and treats.
