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December, 2014
Dear Students,
It's hard to believe the fall semester is coming to an end!
While everyone works on projects, papers and exams this month, our second semester seniors are preparing for another important undertaking graduation! We congratulate each of you on your achievements, thank you for your contributions to the campus community and encourage you to stay connected.
To all our students, we wish each of you the best of luck in your end-of-semester efforts. Read on for important end-of-semester schedules and for information about available resources, should you need support over the next couple of weeks.
Best wishes,
The Office of the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Campus Life
319 Whitmore
Phone: 413-545-2300
Email:sacl@umass.edu
Student Affairs and Campus Life Website
 Information
Schedules, important dates and more
Final exam schedules, spring class information, academic calendars and much more is available at the Registrar's website.
Dining and late night dining hours
From Friday, Dec. 5 through Thursday, Dec. 11, Berkshire and Worcester DCs are open until 2 a.m. daily. All DCs will be open until 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. The final day of exams, Saturday, Dec. 13, Worcester and Franklin close at 2 p.m. and Hampshire closes at 6 p.m.; Berkshire will be closed all day. Visit the Dining Services website for this month's special events.
Work out your stress
Exercise is a great stress reliever! Take a break from your work and stop by the Recreation Center it's open from noon 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 6 and 7; from 6 a.m. midnight Monday, Dec. 8 Thursday, Dec. 11; and 6 a.m. 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 12. Go to the Recreation website for pool and handball/squash court schedules.
Residence hall closings
All residence halls except break housing and the North apartments close at noon on Saturday, Dec. 13. Students who have not left by this time will be charged a $150 unauthorized occupancy fee. Visit the Residential Life website or call (413) 545-2100 for more information. Click here for a helpful video on closing up your room for break.
Bills and planning ahead
Although you may not be in classes during most of January, you still need to be thinking about school. Spring tuition bills are due; check SPIRE around the 10th of the month. January's also the time to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the next academic year. Use estimated income if necessary. UMass Amherst's federal school code is 002221. Learn more at the Financial Aid Services website.
Resources
Library hours
Chances are you'll be spending quite a bit of time in the library and Learning Commons in the coming days. Before you head out, check the library's website for current operating hours.
Learning Resource Center
In need of a tutor or supplemental instruction? Want to fine-tune your research skills for that final paper? Stop by the Learning Resource Center (LRC) on the 10th floor of the library. Hours are posted on the center's home page; find information on research, time management, note-taking and more under the "study skills" tab.
Writing Center
Find the Writing Center in the Learning Commons, on the library's lower level. Staff members consult with you individually, in person or online, at any point in the writing process. The center gets busy; go online today to make an appointment.
Peer mentors in first-year residence halls
For first-year students, peer mentors and your halls Residential Academic Success Center means help is only a few steps away. Check in with your mentor for study tips, help with test-taking skills, academic referrals, stress relief suggestions and more!
Health and wellness
Taking good care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do, especially when things are stressful. University Health Services (UHS) provides comprehensive health and wellness services, including walk-in care, a pharmacy, X-Ray and lab services, eye care and more. Check the UHS website for hours and important information. Mental health services at the Center for Counseling and Psychological Health (CCPH) include therapy, crisis intervention, behavioral medicine, support groups and more.
More ways to find help
- Staff at the Dean of Students Office can help with academic, personal or administrative problems. Come to 227 Whitmore weekdays, 8:30 a.m. 5 p.m. or call (413) 545-2684.
- If you live on campus, you can talk with your Resident Assistant or Residence Director about any issues, or to help direct you to the best resources for more help.
- The Off-Campus Student Center, in Room 314 of the Student Union, can connect you with resources on campus and in the community.
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