Student Life | UMass Amherst

Weather Advisory: Opening Weekend

There's a major storm in the forecast over opening weekend. Review changes to the residential move-in schedule, check the UMass homepage for the latest weather-related updates, and stay safe while traveling back to campus!

Meet Candidates for Executive Director of Wellbeing, Access, & Prevention

Finalists will be visiting in February and we welcome your input. Review the job description, attend the candidates' presentations and open forums, and provide feedback.

Starting at UMass this Spring?

Welcome to the Amherst campus! Follow #40DaysofUMass to get to know your new college community during those exciting first weeks.

Understanding the Forces that Drive Us Apart: A Symposium on Polarization

Part of UMass Amherst's Dignity and Respect in Action initiatives, this daylong symposium on Tuesday, February 5 will help participants to understand the history and dynamics of political and social polarization as well as offer opportunities to build skills to overcome it. Learn more and register.

Student Union Renovations Have Begun!

The UMass Student Union is undergoing a major renovation that is expected to be finished in fall, 2020. During construction, pedestrian routes have changed and Student Union offices have moved. Get updates (and see what the finished building will look like!) on the project page.

Introducing eCampus @ UMass

eCampus.com is UMass Amherst's new virtual bookstore for textbooks and other course materials. Learn how to order from eCampus @ UMass via SPIRE.

Use or Donate to Student Care Supply Closets

Student Care Supply Closets provide free toiletries and household items to students facing economic insecurity and/or an unexpected financial emergency. Find out how to donate or receive supplies.