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New National UMass Amherst Poll Finds President Trump’s Job Approval Gap Slides 6 Points Since April
The survey finds Trump’s net approval drops to -20 six months into his term, while his approval rating on immigration falls 9 points since April; additionally, 70% say he has not handled Epstein situation well and 81% blame him for hiding info on case.
In response to ongoing federal threats to research investments, the university has launched a public awareness campaign heralding the myriad discoveries and benefits to the public generated at UMass Amherst.
Research funding in Massachusetts supports a total of 81,300 jobs, $7.8 billion in income and more than $16 billion in total economic activity, according to a new report published by the UMass Amherst Donahue Institute.
This resource for the campus community, which is updated regularly, is dedicated to collecting and sharing vital information for students and employees in response to changes in the federal landscape.
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The Office of News and Media Relations works closely with journalists and the campus community to tell the UMass Amherst story. We gather and promote newsworthy developments about the achievements of faculty, staff and students; the university's programs and policies; research discoveries; and community outreach efforts.
Our team provides a variety of services: news releases, social media, video, photography, Inside UMass newsletter, crisis communication and reputation management, promotion of faculty expertise, and interview preparation. We are part of University Relations, which promotes UMass Amherst to all our varied audiences, both internal and external.
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