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01/08/2021

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A statement from Chancellor Kumble R. Subbaswamy on yesterday's incidents:

"What we witnessed yesterday in Washington, D.C. was shocking and deeply disturbing. The storming of the U.S. Capitol by a mob incited by lies and anti-democratic propaganda is something that most of us could never have imagined. It was a boiling-over of a dangerous, truth-denying movement that has been simmering unchecked for far too long.

The impulses of the mob that attacked the Capitol are antithetical to our most deeply held American values. By every objective measure, and as adjudicated by courts in more than 60 cases around the country, the presidential election was free, fair and devoid of any significant voter fraud. Attempts to disrupt the peaceful transition of presidential power, long a hallmark of our democracy, are un-American and seditious. The escalation to violence in the building that represents the heart of American democracy made yesterday one of our country’s darkest days.

Another deeply distressing aspect of the day’s events was the striking contrast between law enforcement’s apparent lack of preparation for and reaction to this violent attack on one of our most cherished institutions and the show of force and aggressive response we witnessed during last summer’s peaceful Black Lives Matter protests. This juxtaposition is suggestive of the deep-seated institutional racism that our country must acknowledge and strive to overcome, as we have rededicated ourselves to do on our campus."

Read the statement in its entirety below.

01/07/2021

This past semester, College of Information and Computer Sciences UMass Amherst international student Thao Trinh completed a highly competitive mentorship through the Cybersecurity Mentorship Pilot Program sponsored by MassCyberCenter.

Learn more: https://www.umass.edu/newsoffice/article/international-cics-student-lands

01/06/2021

Applying to college is one of the most stressful and important times in your life. As a junior at UMass Amherst I asked some of my friends to look back at their time as seniors in high school applying to college. We hope we are able to ease some stress about the application process and get everyone excited about applying to UMass!
http://ow.ly/w5DT50D1sIr

01/05/2021

Working on your Regular Decision application essay for UMass Amherst? We’ve got tips that can help you get it into shape before the January 15 deadline! Read what advice admissions counselor Juan & student Avani have to say on writing the common app below: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/student-vs-counselor-writing-common-application-essay

01/04/2021

We're approaching the UMass Amherst Regular Decision deadline on January 15, and our events are a great way to get insight into the application process. Register here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/visits/visit-campus

01/02/2021

Interested in learning about how finals went this past semester with remote classes? Our senior intern Michaela recounts her experience: “With all the help of my teachers via Zoom office hours, and the power of sticking to a schedule, I feel very confident that I did well on them."

Read more: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/look-back-finals

12/30/2020

A blog from our intern Maddie: Although this year have brought challenges to all students, UMass Amherst helped us get through it, and I have learned a lot about myself as a student and person. Read about my life in Amherst as a remote college student:
http://ow.ly/YoGV50CULcP

12/28/2020

The college decision process can be stressful, and just two years ago our intern Jessie was feeling the same mix of emotions many are feeling! She's sharing her five favorite ways to unwind:
http://ow.ly/NC9p50CUL6N

12/24/2020

The entire UMass Amherst campus, including the offices of admissions and financial aid, will be closed from December 25, 2020 - January 3, 2021. Happy New Year, and Go UMass!

12/23/2020

This fall the The Massachusetts Daily Collegian, our student-run campus newspaper, hosted a virtual career panel featuring a diverse group of women leaders. All of them were alumni, who shared invaluable gems about their experiences at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and in their careers in communications. Read more about the panel here:
http://ow.ly/fIf950CTbkt

12/22/2020

Today and tomorrow, UMass Amherst is releasing our next batch of Early Action admission decisions for first-year admission to the Class of 2025. Read more about the release process here:
http://ow.ly/ke4750CREzB

12/21/2020

Questions about your regular decision application for UMass Amherst? We have a shortened schedule this week for our events. Register here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/visits/visit-campus

12/20/2020

Have a question about being an international student? Katniss' takeover is going on now until 1030 am ET. Ask a question: instagram.com/umassadmissions

12/19/2020

Are you an international student interested in UMass Amherst? Tomorrow, December 20, we will be hosting a takeover by Katniss, a finance and theater major from China, from 8:30am to 10:30 am ET. Swing by Instagram and learn more: instagram.com/umassadmissions

12/18/2020

Wonder what it was like taking UMass Amherst classes remotely from Amherst? Our student intern, Michaela, recaps her experience this semester while living in an apartment five minutes off campus.

Learn more about her experience: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/looking-back-remote-semester

12/17/2020

Our intern Lizette explores the Academic Fellows Program at UMass Amherst, which provides opportunities and programs for students who are BIPOC, first-generation, and other historically-underrepresented students in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences UMass Amherst.

Read more: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/academic-fellows-program-umass-amherst

12/16/2020

Want tips from students about your Regular Decision application for UMass Amherst? Tomorrow we are hosting URep Real Talks, with students from diverse racial, ethnic, & socioeconomic backgrounds, including first generation & LGBTQ+ students! Register here: https://yes.umass.edu/register/?id=858c23a7-e1fe-4cec-a04d-8079f83a9866

12/15/2020

UMass Spotlight: Financial Aid

Although it seems far away, the March 1 priority deadline for the FAFSA will be here before you know it. Today we have tips for your from our Financial Aid Office, recorded during one of our UMass Spotlight seminars this fall.

12/14/2020

Tomorrow marks one month until our Regular Decision deadline! Want to find out about applying to UMass Amherst? We have events for you this week. Register here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/visits/visit-campus

12/12/2020

Marie, an operations and information management (OIM) major from Medway, MA, will be taking over our Instagram this afternoon from 3-5 pm. She will be answering your questions about being a student at UMass Amherst. Swing by our Instagram stories for her takeover: instagram.com/umassadmissions

12/11/2020

Yesterday UMass Amherst released the first batch of Early Action admission decisions for first-year admission to the Class of 2025. Over 7,600 international and domestic students were admitted from the record 21,153 applications

Read more: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/admissions-psa-early-action-decisions

12/10/2020

As one of the majors from the College of Humanities & Fine Arts at UMass Amherst, the theater undergraduate program focuses on cultivating complete theater artists with worldwide theater knowledge and skills.

Interested in learning more? Read here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/meet-major-umass-theater-department

12/09/2020

As UMass Amherst senior Aaliyah wraps up her time here at UMass, she shares her final thoughts and advice as a senior below:
http://ow.ly/6gkb50CH2cN

12/08/2020

While life on campus at UMass Amherst may have been much quieter than normal this semester, we all look forward to a day soon when we can return to campus. Read what student blogger Jessie is looking forwards to when returning to campus here: http://ow.ly/JEVh50CFKCG

12/07/2020

Working on your UMass Amherst application for the regular decision deadline? Check out a virtual event to hear from our students, or get tips on your application in a workshop! Register here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/visits/visit-campus

12/05/2020

Thank you so much for your questions today! I will be signing off for the day now. Have a great night everyone!

12/05/2020

Jacob's Takeover

Jacob is taking questions NOW about life as a @UMass Amherst student. Head over to Instagram: instagram.com/umassadmissions

12/05/2020

Tomorrow, Dec. 5, from 1 - 3 pm ET, UMass Amherst student Jacob will be hosting a takeover! A sophomore majoring in sport management & psychology, he is a member of the UMass Dynamics, an on-campus a capella singing group. Ask your questions about being a student: instagram.com/umassadmissions

12/04/2020

UMass Amherst senior Kolby Silva shares her advice for high school seniors preparing to embark on their college journeys. “UMass Amherst is a place that is focused on providing a community for their students,” she said.

Read more of her advice here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/one-senior-another-kolby-silva-psychology

12/03/2020

Student intern, Avani, reflects on her semester as she’s been at home taking remote classes in the Isenberg School of Management. “It has offered me so much space for growth especially within my academics,” she said.

Learn more about her experience: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/remote-classes-umass

12/02/2020

Senior year, for both high school and college students alike, is a time of change and reflection. Read below for Allison’s advice for high school seniors preparing to embark on their college journeys, from one senior to another.
http://ow.ly/d2GG50CAArE

12/01/2020

Fraternities and sororities collectively make up a significant number student body groups here at UMass Amherst. UMass Kappas is one of several sororities here on campus to choose from.
Learn more about the Kappa's here: http://ow.ly/Dfms50CznFn

11/30/2020

Curious about UMass Amherst? Our virtual events are a great way to learn more and hear why so many students choose to come here! Register here: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/visits/visit-campus

11/29/2020

Working on your regular decision application? Come to Real Talks tomorrow night, and get insight with current students from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds, including first-generation and LGBTQ+ students. Register here: https://yes.umass.edu/register/?id=cc0ce6b1-f580-4a47-9f45-41fe5829f224

11/27/2020

Our intern, Aaliyah, a UMassEnglish & UMass Communication Department major, shares her experience working virtually for the internal communications team at for General Motors this past summer. Her advice for students is to "not be scared about exploring virtual internships."

Read about her experience: https://www.umass.edu/admissions/student-blog/2020/virtual-internship-experience-internal-communications-general-motors