1. University Administration

University Administration

The University of Massachusetts Amherst isthe flagship campus and one of five campuses of the University of Massachusetts system. The School of Public Health and Health Sciences is one of nine schools and colleges within the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

President of the University of Massachusetts – Marty Meehan

The Office of the President of the University of Massachusetts provides overall leadership to the five campuses of the University system pursuant to the direction of the Board of Trustees. https://www.umassp.edu/

Chancellor of the University of Massachusetts Amherst – Javier Reyes

The Chancellor is the chief administrative officer of the Amherst Campus and reports to the President of the University system. The Vice Chancellors, Chief Information Officer, and Associate Chancellors report to the Chancellor. http://www.umass.edu/chancellor/

Provost and Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs – Michael Malone, Interim

The Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost is the Chief Academic Officer of the campus. The Provost provides leadership in all areas of the academic enterprise and is responsible for maintaining its quality. https://www.umass.edu/provost/node/2

Vice Chancellor for Research and Engagement – Laura Vandenberg, Acting

The Vice Chancellor for Research and Engagement advances the research mission of the University. Working closely with the faculty to encourage research and scholarly activities, the Vice Chancellor is responsible for the initiation, review, and implementation of all policies and procedures relating to research. https://www.umass.edu/chancellor/about/leadership-team/research-engagement

Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Campus Life – Shelly Perdomo-Ahmed, Interim

The Division of Student Affairs aims to enhance students’ quality of life by helping them take full educational advantage of the University experience in the application of knowledge. https://www.umass.edu/chancellor/about/leadership-team/shelly-perdomo-ahmed

Vice Chancellor for Administration and Finance – Andrew Mangels

The role of the Office of Administration and Finance is to provide the internal and external constituents of the University of Massachusetts Amherst with the highest quality services in the most supportive and cost-effective manner. http://www.umass.edu/chancellor/campus-leaders/andrew-mangels

Vice Chancellor for Advancement – Arwen Staros Duffy

The mission of University Advancement is to create a dynamic environment, which increasingly expands private investment in the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Vice Chancellor for University Relations – John Kennedy

The broad portfolio of University Relations includes marketing and communications, media relations, government relations, community relations, event planning, economic development and regional partnerships, and WFCR–the region’s premier public radio station. University Relations harnesses the resources and expertise of these distinct entities in a coordinated and strategic way to ensure that the powerful message of the University of Massachusetts reaches all of our varied audiences, both internal and external.

Vice Chancellor for Information Services and Strategy and Chief Information Officer – Christopher Misra

Information technologies at the flagship research campus of the Commonwealth support our core mission of teaching, learning, research, and engagement by using technology to reach new heights of excellence.

Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Nefertiti Walker

UMass Amherst has a long-standing commitment to social progress and social justice, and these commitments are advanced by the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We value diversity and equity and strive for inclusive excellence in our classrooms, research labs, dorms, and beyond. All campus community members seek to uphold the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion. https://www.umass.edu/chancellor/campus-leaders/nefertiti-walker

Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Office – Kevin Kerwood, Interim

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) strives to create an environment where faculty and staff do their best work. Our university is powered by thousands of dedicated faculty and staff who are inspired and motivated by our mission as a world class research institution positively impacting both the commonwealth and the broader society. https://www.umass.edu/chancellor/about/leadership-team/kevin-kerwood

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