Do you have extra toiletries or household products?

UMass has Student Care Supply Closets that provide free toiletries and household items to students who are facing economic insecurity and/or an unexpected financial emergency. 

The Student Care Supply Closets inventory is sustained through donations from the campus and local community, as well as the Student Care Emergency Response Fund.

Contribute by donating new, full-size items to the Student Care Supply Closets. Donations can be delivered to the Dean of Students Office (227 Whitmore Administration Building) Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Contact us if your group would like to host a donation drive, or to learn more about our current needs.

A long-time member of UWN is sharing what she learned about the Sassafras Tree.   Attached is a description of the many advantages of this North American tree.  Also, Plant & Care instructions.  Good information!

The UMass Police Department & Parking Services have reminded employees of the solar glare dangers on campus during this time of year.  Solar glare can temporarily blind drivers and can be a significant safety concern for bicyclists and pedestrians.  Solar glare is especially strong during the morning commute hours while driving eastbound and while driving westbound for the evening commute. Here are some safety tips for drivers:

• Use polarized sunglasses
• Slow down
• Wash windshield inside and out
• Use visor
• Use headlights to help so others can see you.
• Follow road markings and pull over if needed, to wait until you can see.

Thank you and drive safely!