2024-2025 Events

Wednesday 10/2, 1pm-3pm, Bartlett 103: Drop-In SNAP Help

  • If you live off campus and are having a difficult time accessing enough food to meet your needs, you may qualify for the state's SNAP program. Come speak with an enrollment specialist from the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and get signed up in as little as 10 minutes.

 

Tuesday 10/8, 3pm-5pm, Fieldstone Apartments: Off Campus Housing Workshop

  • Are you thinking about living off campus next year but aren't sure where to start? This event is for you! Review sample leasing documents and questions to ask when looking for an apartment, then put those skills to the test with a mock viewing of a real apartment. This workshop is designed to get you prepared to search with confidence. Space is extremely limited and you must sign up in advance. Click here for more information.

 

Thursday 10/10, 1pm-2pm, online: Ask the Attorney (via Zoom) 

  • Have questions about living off campus? Would you like to meet an Attorney from Student Legal Services Office? This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have at the start of the school year if you need a lease review or any other legal help. Drop in during the time slot using this link.

 

Thursday 10/17, 6pm-7:30pm, Stonewall Center, Crampton Hall: What LGBTQIA+ Students Need to Know About Living Off-Campus

  • Join us and the Stonewall Center for a discussion about living off-campus and et your questions answered. Pizza will be provided!

 

Thursday 10/24, 1pm-2pm, online: Ask the Attorney (via Zoom) 

  • Have questions about living off campus? Would you like to meet an Attorney from Student Legal Services Office? This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have at the start of the school year if you need a lease review or any other legal help. Drop in during the time slot using this link.

 

Thursday 10/24, 3pm-5pm, Bartlett 105: Pumpkin Decorating with Team Positive Presence

  • Get into the fall spirit with TPP! Stop by the Off Campus Student Center to decorate a festive fall pumpkin and get your spooky on.

 

Friday 10/25, 3pm-6pm, Campus Center Auditorium: Off Campus Housing Fair

  • If you're thinking about living off campus next year, you don't want to miss this event. Get started in your housing search and come speak to local property managers, ask our staff any questions you have, and learn about all your housing options for next year! Part of Family Weekend, this is the  housing event to attend.

 

Saturday 10/26, 10am-11am, Student Union Cape Cod Lounge: Renting Your First Place Informational Session

  • Join UMass Off Campus Student Life and the Student Legal Services Office for this introduction on renting your first apartment. Learn about leasing, your rights as a renter, and get your questions answered!

 

Monday 10/28, 5pm-6:30pm, Bartlett 105: Safer Partying Session

  • Going out for Halloween? This event is for you! Learn about safety while drinking, get trained to use Narcan, review tips to stay safe while out, and grab some useful free giveaways. This event will be fun, interactive, and co-hosted with UMass Substance Misuse Prevention! Let us know you're coming by RSVPing here.

 

Wednesday 9/4, 12:30pm-2pm, Bartlett 105: Student Lounge Open House

  • Stop by and check out the best place on campus to study! Enjoy some pizza, meet fellow students, and learn about the ways we can support current and future off campus students! View event on Campus Pulse

 

Wednesday 9/4, 1pm-3pm, Bartlett 103: Drop-In SNAP Help

  • If you live off campus and are having a difficult time accessing enough food to meet your needs, you may qualify for the state's SNAP program. Come speak with an enrollment specialist from the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and get signed up in as little as 10 minutes.

 

Tuesday 9/10, 12:30pm-2:00pm, Bartlett 105: Crush The Commute

  • Calling all commuters! Come meet fellow commuter students, enjoy some pizza on us, play some games, and pick up a commuter student care pack with some great giveaways. View event on Campus Pulse

 

Wednesday 9/11, 5:00pm-6:30pm, Phillips Street: Fearing Neighborhood Resource Fair

  • If you live south of campus near Fearing Street, this event is for you! Come meet your neighbors, enjoy some food, and get the school year off to a great start! If you live in the area and have questions or want to get involved, contact Joe Maspo at jmaspo@umass.edu.

 

Thursday 9/12, 1pm-2pm, Bartlett 105: Ask the Attorney (in person) 

  • Have questions about living off campus? Would you like to meet an Attorney from Student Legal Services Office? This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have at the start of the school year if you need a lease review or any other legal help.

 

Friday 9/13, 12:00pm-1:00pm, Webinar: Navigating Living Off Campus

  • New to living off campus? Register to attend a webinar highlighting off campus resources and tips for having a successful year! Register for the session here

 

Wednesday 9/18, 5:00pm-6:30pm, Valley Lane: Farview Neighborhood Resource Fair

  • If you live north of campus near Farview Way, this event is for you! Come meet your neighbors, enjoy some food, and get the school year off to a great start! If you live in the area and have questions or want to get involved, contact Joe Maspo at jmaspo@umass.edu.

 

Tuesday 9/24, 5:00pm-6:30pm, St Brigid's Church parking lot: North Prospect Neighborhood Resource Fair

  • If you live downtown near North Prospect St, this event is for you! Come meet your neighbors, enjoy some food, and get the school year off to a great start! If you live in the area and have questions or want to get involved, contact Joe Maspo at jmaspo@umass.edu.

 

Thursday 9/26, 1pm-2pm, Bartlett 105: Ask the Attorney (in person) 

  • Have questions about living off campus? Would you like to meet an Attorney from Student Legal Services Office? This is a great opportunity to ask any questions you have at the start of the school year if you need a lease review or any other legal help.