Student Support Events March 29 - April 4
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Handpicked events from across campus that focus on support, community and wellbeing.
Around the World: A Talk Space for International Students (drop-in)
Mondays 4-5:15 p.m. Telehealth over Zoom. Runs while classes are in session.
Are you interested in being in a community with fellow international folks? Do you want a space to socialize, make friends, and talk about topics like school, mental health, and being an international student? Come to Around the World--a weekly drop-in Zoom space to talk about your experiences and build community!
Registration: https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/msZSSkGJS-mycJ4rA_ztzw
SLSO: Ask the Attorney - International Students Drop in Hour
March 31; 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Student Legal Services Office; Drop-In Hour: Every other Tuesday, 2pm to 3pm
Do you have immigration related questions? Join us for FREE, confidential legal consultation with Attorney
Therapy Dog Hour
Tuesday, March 31, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Stonewall Center, 403 Goodell
Drop-in any Tuesday that classes are in session from 4:30-5:30 p.m. to de-stress with Mini and Bentley. Open to all students.
Heightened Scrutiny Screening
Thursday, April 02; 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
125 Furcolo
Heightened Scrutiny follows Chase Strangio, ACLU attorney and the first out trans person to argue before the Supreme Court, as he fights a high-stakes legal battle to overturn Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth (United States v. Skrmetti). Followed by a Q&A with Director Sam Feder. Open to all.
Student Centered Transformation: Doing the Work of Equity in STEM
Friday, April 3; 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Old Chapel Great Hall; Register here
Please join us for a day-long summit dedicated to advancing equity, belonging, and student success across STEM fields.
The program includes a fantastic roster of engaging sessions led by Shoumita Dasgupta, Sheila Jaswal, Becky Wai-Ling Packard, and a keynote talk by David Asai, each offering practical insights into inclusive strategies that support all learners in our courses, departments, and colleges.
Resources
- The Engineering Office of Student Affairs (OSA) and the departmental advisors are available to help you navigate challenges.
- The Engineering Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and our departmental community engagement teams are available to provide 1:1 support and to connect you with other resources. You can stop by the Community, Equity, and Inclusion Hub in 128 Marcus Hall without an appointment.
The Office of Global Affairs, Student Affairs and Campus Life and Graduate Student Government have organized community gatherings and events
- On-going support for International Students and Scholars: Know Your Rights sessions, regular advising, Global Café, and drop-in legal consultation hours through the Student Legals Services Office.
Who should I contact if I’m struggling with a mental health crisis?
You can walk into CCPH at the Middlesex Building during business hours Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm when campus is open.
24/7/365 call us for support at 413-545-HELP (4357) <---- faculty, advisors, parents can also contact us to consult or report concerns about a student.