AMHERST, Mass. - Using satellite images from space along with volunteers who collect measurements and samples from lakes and ponds, University of Massachusetts researchers are developing a cost-effective way to monitor water quality and weed growth in the state’s waters. UMass is sharing its findings with the state Department of Environmental Management (DEM), and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

AMHERST, Mass. - The University of Massachusetts School of Management will celebrate the graduation of its first class of master of business administration students from its Pittsfield program on Friday, Aug. 1 at 7 p.m. at the Berkshire Plaza Hotel in downtown Pittsfield.

AMHERST, Mass. - The George N. Parks Drum Major Academy at the University of Massachusetts celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.

AMHERST, Mass. - Ever wish your car got better mileage? How about 612 miles per gallon? That’s exactly the mileage attained by a car designed by a group of six University of Massachusetts mechanical engineering students this past academic year. Led by professor Ian Grosse, the team took top honors at the National Supermileage Design Competition held in Marshall, Mich., May 30-31. The UMass vehicle placed first in the U.S. and third worldwide. This was the University’s third year in the international collegiate competition, which is sponsored by the Society of Automotive Engineering.