UMass Graduate Program in Polymer and Materials Science & Engineering

We provide a broad education, spanning core principles in synthetic chemistry, physical chemistry, materials science, and engineering—defining the frontiers of polymers and soft materials through research, scholarship, and community.

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PSE 60 Alumni Reunion — May 21–22, 2026

Celebrate 60 years of Polymer Science & Engineering at UMass Amherst!
Join us at UMass Amherst for a special two-day celebration honoring six decades of PSE excellence. Reconnect with classmates, meet current students and faculty, and reflect on the department’s remarkable journey from its founding to today’s global impact. Please RSVP by March 1, 2026.

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