The university has instituted a hiring freeze for faculty and staff.

Michael F. Malone, vice chancellor for research and engagement, writes with an update on campus laboratory research continuity plans.

Students are helping the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by translating information on quarantining and self-isolation from English to Spanish.

Connor Slover produced approximately 400 personal protection face shields for local health care workers battling the COVID-19 pandemic. The shields have been donated to Baystate Medical Center in Springfield.

UMass Amherst particle physicist Andrea Pocar and an international team of “Dark Matter” scientists are designing and circulating plans for a simplified mechanical ventilator.

In accordance with Governor Baker's latest order, the UMass Amherst Center for Early Education and Care (CEEC) will remain closed until June 29, 2020.

An employee on campus has tested positive for the novel coronavirus. The employee works on the fourth floor of the Integrated Sciences Building. The employee wore a face covering while at work, practiced social distancing and had very limited contact with any individuals on campus.