UMass Amherst Launches Historic, Transformational $120 Million Future of Food Initiative
This initiative will establish new research facilities, champion world-class faculty, and accelerate interdisciplinary solutions.
DiFulvio and Rost Named 2026-27 Chancellor’s Leadership Fellows
Gloria DiFulvio and Gwyneth Rost are among the six UMass Amherst faculty members named recipients of the 2026-27 Chancellor’s Leadership Fellowship.
Katherine Boyer Inducted as Fellow in the National Academy of Kinesiology
Professor of Kinesiology Katherine Boyer was one of fifteen distinguished scholars inducted as Fellows into the National Academy of Kinesiology.
The Honorable William P. Hadley ’80 Receives the Nancy J. Vajcovec Excellence in Service Award
The Honorable William P. Hadley '80 - who worked extensively with Professor Elizabeth Evans - was honored during the 2026 UMass Alumni Honors event on Oct. 8th.
Efosa Guobadia ’07, ’24MBA, Receives UMass Revolutionary Spirit Award
Kinesiology alumnus Efosa Guobadia ’07, ’24MBA, received the UMass Amherst Revolutionary Spirit Award during its 2026 UMass Alumni Honors event on Oct. 8, 2026.
Study Finds Physically Active Adolescents Have Fewer Mental Health Issues
A new study co-authored by Amanda Paluch has found that physical activity can improve adolescent mental health.
Alicia Timme-Laragy Featured as October 2026 Spotlight Scholar
Alicia Timme-Laragy, professor of environmental health sciences, has been featured as the UMass Amherst Spotlight Scholar for October 2026.
Kathryn Derose Receives Award for Community-Partnered Research in Dominican Republic
Kathryn P. Derose was recently recognized at a national accountability and policy event hosted by the Dominican Republic's National Council for HIV and AIDS.
Krystal Kittle Receives Alzheimer’s Association Research Grant
Krystal Kittle is the recipient of a nearly $200,000 award from the Alzheimer’s Association Research Grant for All (AARGA) program.
Carrie Nobles to Study Effects of Contaminants on Fertility and Pregnancy
Carrie Nobles will examine the effects of certain long-lasting chemicals and heavy metals on fertility and pregnancy under a five-year, $2.5 million NIH grant.
Dean's Message - September 2026
Dean Siega-Riz provides her monthly newsletter message for September 2026.