Health Focused Student Groups
A list of Student Groups and Clubs dealing with health issues. Omitted are departmental clubs and fraternities and sororities.
Active Minds
Active Minds strives to change the conversation about mental health by reducing stigma through student participation. In facilitating dialogue and community awareness we hope to show the importance of mental well-being for the individual and community.
Email: UMassactiveminds [at] gmail [dot] com
American Heart Association Club (AHA)
The American Heart Association Club, at the University of Massachusetts, is determined to tackle the increasing risk that heart disease plays in our everyday lives. From informational meetings to fundraising opportunities, the AHA club is adamant about advocating for heart health.
Email: ahaclub [dot] UMass [at] gmail [dot] com
American Red Cross Club of UMass Amherst (Red Cross Club)
The UMass Red Cross Club is a group of student volunteers that coordinate, promote, and recruit donors for all upcoming blood drives on the UMass campus. Volunteers are responsible for managing Sign-In and Canteen at campus blood drives. Email: UMassredcrossclub [at] gmail [dot] com Autism Speaks U (ASU) Our group is dedicated to providing education and awareness for Autism Spectrum disorder. We work to fundraise for Autism Speaks and enhance the knowledge of the disorder on campus and in the community.
Email: amherstautismspeaks [at] gmail [dot] com
BOLTWOOD Project (Boltwood)
The BOLTWOOD Project™ is a community outreach program consisting of thirteen groups working primarily with individuals who are mentally or physically challenged, in the greater Amherst, Northampton, Turners Falls, and South Hadley communities.
Email: theboltwoodprojectatUMass [at] gmail [dot] com
Campus Emergency Response and Medical Reserve Corps (CERMRC/Medical Reserve Corps)
The Campus Emergency Response and (the UMass Amherst) Medical Reserve Corps is a Registered Student Organization comprised of student volunteers that are organized and trained in emergency preparedness activities.
Email: nazifaibrahi [at] UMass [dot] edu
Center for Health Promotion (CHP)
UMass Amherst's Center for Health Promotion (CHP) offers innovative programs, entertaining events, important health information, and outreach and consultation services.
Phone: 413-577-5181
Club Pre-Physician Assistant (Club PPA)
The goal of Club PPA is to prepare students for applying to PA programs. The club offers tips on how to acquire patient care hours, get CPR training, prepare for the GRE and MCAT, and engage in volunteer opportunities. The club also hosts relevant guest speakers in addition to other activities.
Email: ClubPPA [at] gmail [dot] com
Coalition to End Rape Culture (CERC)
The Coalition to End Rape Culture is organizing our communities to speak out, stand up, and fight back against sexual violence.
Email: UMassCERC [at] gmail [dot] com
College Diabetes Network (CDN)
The College Diabetes Network (CDN) is a 501c3 non-profit organization, whose mission is to empower and improve the lives of students living with Type 1 diabetes through peer support and access to information and resources.
Email: UMass [at] collegediabetesnetwork [dot] org
Colleges Against Cancer (CAC)
The American Cancer Society Colleges Against Cancer is a nationwide collaboration of college students, faculty, and staff dedicated to eliminating cancer by initiating and supporting programs of the American Cancer Society in college.
Email: 5collegerelayforlife [at] gmail [dot] com
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Established in 1953, our responsibilities have been growing as many departments at UMass recognize the need for public safety. Some examples of events we work are basketball, football, and rugby games, rock concerts, and numerous other campus events.
Email: UMassemsed [at] gmail [dot] com
Phone: (413) 545- 1885
For the Kids (UMFTK)
The mission of UMFTK is to encourage collaboration between students, UMass Amherst and the Amherst community by working to raise awareness and funds for local patients and families of Baystate Children's Hospital. Together, we will change lives!
Email: umaftk [at] gmail [dot] com
Phone: 631-766-9908
Gluten Free UMass
Our goal is to spread awareness about Celiac Disease and Gluten Intolerances by increasing gluten free dining options on campus as well as uniting community members who share the same gluten free lifestyle.
Email: mfarmer [at] UMass [dot] edu
Phone: 617-447-3933
Habitat for Humanity
UMass Habitat for Humanity works directly with the Pioneer Valley Chapter of Habitat to help build homes in the local community for people who cannot afford them. If you have any specific questions, please feel free to contact
Email: UMasshfh [at] gmail [dot] com
Massachusetts Cares About Cancer
This club focuses on donating money to the Pediatric Cancer section of Mass General Hospital. Only 4% of federal funding for cancer research goes to childhood cancer, although 2,500 children die from cancer every year in the United States.
Email: UMasscaresaboutcancer [at] gmail [dot] com
Medicine, Education, and Development for Low Income Families Everywhere (MEDLIFE)
Our mission is to help families achieve greater freedom from the constraints of poverty, empowering them to live healthier lives through Medicine, Education, and Development.
Email: UMass [dot] medlife [at] gmail [dot] com
Nutrition Association (UMNA)
The University of Massachusetts Nutrition Association (UMNA) is an organization to create a network of nutrition students through volunteer, educational, and social opportunities.
Email: umnutritionassociation [at] gmail [dot] com
Plant-Based Nutrition Club (P-NUT)
To connect students who have an interest in plant-based nutrition and promote awareness and knowledge of vegetarian/vegan diets on campus and in the 5-college community.
Email: asecrest [at] UMass [dot] edu
Pre-Dental Society
The mission of this RSO is to provide a stable foundation for developing communication among pre-dental undergraduate students. It also seeks to provide exposure to the dental field and other health related fields.
Email: UMasspds [at] gmail [dot] com
Pre-Medical Society
The University of Massachusetts at Amherst Pre-Medical Society is a group that aims to provide useful information, connections, and activities for those students with an interest in the pre-health sciences. All aspects of the pre-health concentration.
Email: UMass [dot] premed [at] gmail [dot] com
Protect Our Breasts (POB)
Our mission is to share the conversation about chemicals in everyday products found on the grocery shelves that contribute to breast cancer; empowering women to make safer choices to protect their breasts during the most vulnerable periods of their lives.
Email: protectourbreasts [at] gmail [dot] com
Science Policy and Advocacy Initiative (SciPol)
The Science Policy & Advocacy Initiative aims to bring awareness, provide guidance, and create opportunities for undergraduate students of all backgrounds and majors interested in the field of science policy and advocacy for evidence-based policy and ethical research through legislation. We are interested in connecting scientists, policymakers, and the general public in order to promote science based policies. Learn more: https://umass-scipol.github.io.
Email: umassscipol [at] gmail [dot] com
Sisters on the Runway
Sisters on the Runway is a national organization that inspires students to raise awareness for domestic violence prevention within their schools and throughout their communities.
Email: sistersontherunway [dot] UMass [at] gmail [dot] com
Student Affairs and Campus Life (SACL)
Programs include Center for Student Development, University Health Services, Dean of Students, Residential Life, Career Services, New Students Orientation, Parent Services and Center for Early Education and Care.
Email: studentlife [at] UMass [dot] edu
Student Nurses Association (SNA)
SNA is a group of nursing students that come together to organize events to benefit the community. Some upcoming events include a breast cancer support walk, Relay for Life, and our weekly visits to Arbors, a local assisted living center
Email: UMassstudentnurses [at] gmail [dot] com
Timmy Global Health University of Massachusetts Chapter (TIMMY at UMASS)
Timmy Global Health is a non-profit organization that works towards health care equality for everyone around the world. Students of our Timmy chapter will fund raise and volunteer to help that goal as well as advocate about global health issues.
Email: timmyUMass [at] gmail [dot] com
Phone: (508) 982-3109
UMass Hospital-Student Alliance
HSA connects students with volunteer opportunities at Baystate Health, the largest hospital system in Western Massachusetts, in departments that include emergency, nursing, mobility, surgical, pediatrics, and more. The club also hosts monthly lectures with healthcare professionals.
Email: UMassHSA [at] gmail [dot] com
UMass Kinesiology Club
The Kinesiology Club offers networking opportunities for students and faculty. It also offers guest speakers whose careers incorporate kinesiology and information sessions about graduate schools.
Email: UMasskinclub [at] gmail [dot] com
Phone: (413) 545-1337
UMass Neuroscience Club
The purpose of the UMass Neuroscience Club is to strength the relationship between faculty, undergraduate and graduate students interested in neuroscience and related disciplines. We also volunteer at The Elaine Center throughout the academic year.
Email: UMassneurosci [at] gmail [dot] com
UMass Students for Reproductive Justice (USRJ)
VOX at UMass is a chapter of an international organization allied with Planned Parenthood that exists to educate the university community about reproductive health and rights.
Email: usrjUMass [at] gmail [dot] com
Phone: (857) 526-6884