UMass News and Events

UMASS News & Events

The largest cash donation in Isenberg history will attract and retain top faculty members, support impactful research and enhance the Berthiaume Center for Entrepreneurship.

The UMass Board of Trustees, acting on President Marty Meehan’s recommendation, has selected Dr. Javier Reyes to be the next chancellor of UMass Amherst. 

The University Museum of Contemporary Art is pleased to present the exhibition "Masculine Identities: Filling in the Blanks," from March 23 through May 14.

Interracial relationships between friends, acquaintances and relatives were more than twice as likely to dissolve after the 2016 election than those of the same race.

March 6, 10:00 a.m. – Jun 2, 5:00 p.m.

Science and Engineering Library

May 26

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

McGuirk Alumni Stadium

News & Media Relations

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.

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