Events | Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Weekly Diversity Events

UMass offers a number of groups that meet weekly. For a list of these events, such as the International Coffee Hour Series, Women of Color Leadership Network Thursday Check-ins, The spACE+: Ace/Aro/Demi/ Gray community discussion space, (BPQC) Bi/ Pan/ Queer Collective Meeting, Weekly LGBTQ+ Student Support & Discussion Group, and more. To see a complete listing, go to the UMass Calendar and select the "Diversity" filter.

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Institute of Diversity Sciences

The institute hosts research groups on three topics—learning & work, health, and climate change—as they relate to STEM and equity. Each group meets once a month, during which people share their research.

Institute of Diversity Sciences Events

Welcome to our listing of events that support our institution's efforts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

April

Every Thursday Through May 6, 4:00-5:00PM via Zoom

Always Forward: A drop-in support group for BIPOC students

When the Struggle to Advance…
Demands the Support of Others…
There Remains a Call to Move Forward…
Never Backward!
A Group where Black Students Can Find Their Voice at UMass

A supportive space for Black and Brown students to come together, talk and learn while engaging in discussions regarding the academic and social pressures at UMass. Sessions will include discussions on mental health and wellness, self-esteem, empowerment, and connection.

This is a drop-in group which requires re-registration weekly.

Hosted by Christian Smith, LICSW, Hope Evelyn, MSW
Every Thursday 4-5pm