Part of our mission in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences (PBS) is to bring exceptional teaching and research training to our students, giving them the knowledge and real-world experience they need to advance their careers. We take great pride in the exceptional abilities of our students, who serve as dedicated teaching assistants, research assistants, club leaders, and even mentors to other students here at UMass Amherst.
We want to help ensure more seniors can graduate and reach their full potential without being hindered by expenses they can’t catch up with. PBS is asking for your help during UMassGives on April 24 and 25 to raise funds for senior scholarships.
Noteworthy upcoming seniors with financial need will have a chance to receive a $500 scholarship to help them complete their degree and take the next step forward. Also, the Department will match our total donations received up to $2,500.
These awards are very meaningful and important to our students. As one shared:
"My scholarship has allowed me to teach higher education to incarcerated students. I have had the ability to do this work for credit due to the scholarship which has ultimately led to many people receiving an education who otherwise would not have."
—Talia DeLuca '24
How You Can Help
- Make an online gift to the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences by going to our Stand By a Senior webpage! Please note that the more donations we receive during our POWER HOUR Challenge on Wednesday, April 24 from 12 – 1 p.m. the closer we get to winning first prize! The UMass fund with the most individual donations during this hour will receive $2,000 while 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive $500*.
- Tell your friends about #UMassGives and follow us on social media! Use hashtags #UMassGives and #StandBYaSenior to let us know why you support Psychological and Brain Sciences.
Help our inspiring students grow and support them through UMassGives! Your gift will make a positive difference in their lives for years to come.
Sincerely,
Maureen Perry-Jenkins, PhD
Department Chair
* (Donations must be unique: only one gift per donor allowed. $5 minimum donation.)