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After a number of years serving as Chair and member of the Friends of UWW, Katy Abel has stepped down to focus on new projects. We at UWW deeply appreciate all that Katy has done for the Friends of UWW and wish her well. While we're on the subject -- the Friends of UWW is seeking new members! The Read More…
On May 11th, under sunny skies, thousands gathered at McGuirk Stadium on the UMass Amherst campus to celebrate the university’s 5,500 graduating seniors. The keynote speech was delivered by CNN Anchor Jake Tapper who stressed the importance of integrity and independent thinking saying “I urge you Read More…
Choosing the right online bachelor's degree completion program is a big decision. Our free in-person information sessions and webinars can help by providing you with information and guidance, and giving you the opportunity to ask questions and get advice. Led by an experienced UWW staff member who Read More…
UWW has been featured in a Boston Herald article about higher education for adult students. In Colleges make higher ed easier for older students, reporter Kathleen McKiernan focuses on the increasing number of adult college students and efforts by Massachusetts college and universities to better Read More…
Watch the 2018 UMass Amherst Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony LIVE on Friday, May 11 at 4:30pm (eastern time). Watch the 2018 UWW Senior Recognition Ceremony LIVE on UWW's Facebook page on Saturday, May 12 at 9am (eastern time). If you are a UWW graduate or visitor who needs more information Read More…
Class of 2018 UWW commencement speaker Todd Poelstra is the Advanced Program Coordinator for the Theatre Arts Program at Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ. Originally from Michigan, 57 year old Poelstra has lived in the Sonoran Desert since 1976. Having earned his B.A. with a focus in Arts Read More…
2018 UWW commencement speaker Kiara Williams is an owner and program director for TGA Premier Sports in Torrance, CA where she runs youth sports programs for kids in the Los Angeles Beach Cities area. Born and raised in Los Angeles, 25 year old Williams is celebrating with her family and friends as Read More…
We are excited to announce the 2018 UWW Commencement Speakers. Todd Poelstra is the Advanced Program Coordinator for the Theatre Arts Program at Pima Community College in Tucson, AZ. Originally from Michigan, 57 year old Poelstra has lived in the Sonoran Desert since 1976. Having earned his B.A. Read More…
The University of Massachusetts Amherst’s University Without Walls (UWW) program will hold an information session at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at the UMass Center at Springfield, located in Tower Square, 1500 Main St. in Springfield. The information session is geared toward adults interested in Read More…