Goal: Increase our global impact and influence through expanded engagement.
Rationale: Demonstrate our commitment to a sustainable and just future for all by expanding our engagement initiatives for the betterment of the commonwealth, the nation, and the world.
Objectives and Strategies
1. Elevate UMass Amherst's position as an indispensable partner in advancing and applying knowledge, innovation, and service to the betterment of the Commonwealth, nation, and the world
| Strategies | |
|---|---|
| Strategy 1 | Strengthen our impact by building and sustaining long-term partnerships as part of our statewide, national, and global strategy |
| Strategy 2 | Establish a corporate relations program that prioritizes research, economic development and community impact |
Metrics
650
Number of unique employers participating in career fairs
(AY 2025)
2. Bolster community engagement through reciprocity, social inclusion, and strong partnerships
| Strategies | |
|---|---|
| Strategy 1 | Unify and coordinate community engagement efforts to build impactful, sustained, and mutually beneficial partnerships with external stakeholders |
| Strategy 2 | Increase community engagement by providing broad access to events and resources |
Metrics
35%
Graduating seniors involvement in service-learning, community engagement projects, or volunteer work
(2024)
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