In accordance with Massachusetts regulations, strict restrictions are in effect for in-person campus events. Most of the the events listed here are taking place remotely on Zoom and other online platforms. See each listing for details. All times are United States Eastern Time Zone.
October 6, 2020
Civility has been under attack for some time. Positive psychology is a great tool to help the atmosphere on campus. Let’s unpack what is so difficult and learn how to be civil to our colleagues.
October 6, 2020
10:00 am-11:00 am
Online
Designed for first-time users and those who have some experience but would like more grounding in the basics, this workshop will guide you through organizing your library, downloading new sources, adding sources you already have, editing sources, and using Zotero with Word for writing papers.
October 6, 2020
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Online
Learn how to organize your citations and documents while working with Mendeley Desktop and the new Mendeley Reference Manager.
October 6, 2020
11:00 am-12:00 pm
Online
Join MaryBeth Kimball, Director of New Business Development & Recruitment for Professional Programs, to learn more about Isenberg’s Online MBA program.
October 6, 2020
12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Join us for this workshop where we will collectively strategize how to talk with partners and family members about your reproductive and sexual health.
October 6, 2020
5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Online
Join the Stonewall Center for a Poetry Writing Workshop.Tuesday Oct. 6th, from 6- 7:30pm via Zoom. Workshop RSVP form: https://forms.gle/DFaVtm2oquVR9QE98
October 6, 2020
6:00 pm-7:30 pm
Online
This is the 2nd National Association for the Advancement of Colored People event which is a part of a 4-part series, called "Voting Tuesdays".
October 6, 2020
7:00 pm-9:00 pm
Online
As UMass Amherst continues to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, and in accordance with orders issued by the Governor of Massachusetts, restrictions are in place for events taking place on campus.
March 12—November 20, 2020
All Campus
This year’s Building Bridges Virtual Showcase provides a variety of opportunities to come together online and participate in one of several Live Sessions and to view our Digital Galleries.
June 30—December 31, 2020
Online
Love reading and looking for a fun way to connect with UMass alumni? Take a break from your everyday and join the Read UMass Virtual Book Club to discuss new ideas and connect with other curious minds.
August 6—October 8, 2020
Waiting to go home or move into your own space? Staying at UMass? Already home but wanting to connect with other students? Join us in this supportive drop in space hosted by CCPH where you can connect with other students in a similar situation.
August 18—November 18, 2020, Tuesdays 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
Virtual, Zoom
Campu Recreation is offering a remote group fitness schedule this fall.
August 24—November 20, 2020
Virtual, Zoom
Intramural Sports Trivia Registration via IMLeagues.
August 25—August 31, 2020 8:00 am-11:59 pm
September 8—September 14, 2020 8:00 am-11:59 pm
September 22—September 28, 2020 8:00 am-11:59 pm
October 6—October 12, 2020 8:00 am-11:59 pm
November 3—November 9, 2020 8:00 am-11:59 pm
Would you like to win $2,000 towards your (or your student's) spring 2021 tuition and fees? Enter the tuition raffle by November 20 for your chance to win!
September 1—November 20, 2020
Online
Featuring works by over 50 artists from 17 countries, Breathing While Black is a juried digital visual art exhibition, inviting international response to the recent and ongoing slaughter of Black Americans.
September 1—November 20, 2020
Online
Link TBA.
September 1—November 17, 2020, Tuesdays 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
P.R.O.P.S. (Presenting Real, Original, Powerful, Stories) offers selected students the opportunity to share inspiring stories & innovative discoveries in a virtual showcase for UMass and the larger community. Talks can explore a range of topics including personal growth, academic research, or new perspectives.
September 8—October 19, 2020
Innovative skills-based free workshops open to all UMass students, focused on learning practical tools for coping with stress and anxiety.
September 14—December 18, 2020, weekdays 3:00 pm-4:00 pm
Online
Hampden Gallery at the University of Massachusetts Amherst announces the launch of The Presence of Absence, a solo online exhibition by Leyden, MA-based artist, Trish Crapo.
September 15—October 7, 2020
Online
LGBTQIA+ Workshop is free and open to all students. Join us in this supportive space where we will discuss how to access LGBTQIA+ resources on campus, discuss ways to build community, and explore new ways to manage your personal wellness. Students welcome to attend some or all sessions.
September 22—November 17, 2020, Tuesdays 4:00 pm-5:00 pm
Online
Come spend an hour with our UMass student tour guides, see photos of campus and learn about academics, student life, housing, dining, and other programs.
September 22—October 30, 2020, weekdays 11:00 am-12:00 pm
September 22—October 30, 2020, weekdays 3:00 pm-4:00 pm
This event does NOT occur on:
October 12
Online
Interested in applying to UMass? Join an Online Information Session to learn all about the application process, and what our admissions counselors are looking for.
September 22—October 30, 2020, weekdays 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
October 7—October 28, 2020, Tue/Wed 7:00 pm-8:00 pm
Online
A monthly webinar series bringing managers and supervisors of staff together to discuss challenges and share successes of managing in this current context of uncertainty and constant change during the pandemic. Each webinar will focus on a topic, and provide time for open discussion and Q & A.
September 24, 2020 9:00 am-10:15 am
October 6, 2020 9:00 am-10:15 am
November 12, 2020 9:00 am-10:15 am
December 10, 2020 9:00 am-10:15 am
Online
Dance artist Terre Parker’s site-specific performance entitled For Her celebrates the body’s kinship with the living land.
October 2—October 8, 2020 4:00 pm
Online
Intramural Sports FIFA Registration via IMLeagues.
October 6—October 12, 2020 8:00 am-11:59 pm
Come share advice, support and compassion with other working parents.
October 6, 2020 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
October 20, 2020 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
November 3, 2020 2:00 pm-3:00 pm
Online
