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Connect With Campus Life

Your Guide to Events and Community

Connect with Campus Life: Your Guide to Events and Community

Now that you are beginning to settle into your new role at UMass Amherst, it’s a great time to explore and connect with our vibrant campus community. Here are just a few examples of the many enriching activities and resources available to you.

Discover UMass Amherst

  • Fine Arts Center: Experience world-class performances, and exhibitions, as well as performing and visual arts events.
    • Performing Arts: The Fine Arts Center’s extensive performing arts programs engage and inspire the campus and communities.
    • Visual Arts: The Fine Arts Center’s Museum and art galleries promote a standard of excellence in the contemporary visual arts and provide a forum for dialogues about art that probe aesthetic, political, and social issues.
  • Department of Music and Dance (HFA): Attend performances by students and faculty, showcasing exceptional musical and dance talent.
  • Athletics: Cheer on our student-athletes, whether at a football game, track and field event, or any of the 22 varsity sports teams’ events.
  • Lectures and Discussions: Stay engaged with thought-provoking lectures and events featuring renowned experts and speakers.
  • Campus Events Calendar: Find a range of upcoming events on the UMass Amherst Events Calendar.

We hope you'll take advantage of these opportunities to make the most of your time at UMass Amherst!

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