Keeping parents and families connected to UMass Amherst with Tuesday Tips, Photos of the Week, and timely updates.
The W. E. B. Du Bois Library provides critical virtual support services to students including access to digital materials, expert help, and live chat/text with librarians? Encourage your student to reach out if they haven’t already.
The W. E. B. Du Bois Library provides critical virtual support services to students including access to digital materials, expert help, and live chat/text with librarians? Encourage your student to reach out if they haven’t already.
Paws Program is back! Encourage your student to join in!
Paws Program is back! Encourage your student to join in!
Activities for students! Please share
Activities for students! Please share
PLEASE SHARE THIS MESSAGE WITH YOUR STUDENT!
On April 7, 2021, a new fraudulent phishing message with the subject “You have a faculty message from your Department” began targeting UMass Amherst email users.
The email notifies the recipient “You have a Faculty E-Learning message notification file from your Department” and contains a link to “SIGN IN HERE”. The links in the message direct the recipient to a fraudulent version of a UMASS login page.
Caution: This email did not come from the University of Massachusetts. It is a phishing scam designed to trick you into providing your NetID password to get access to your personal information and/or UMASS information technology resources for fraudulent purposes.
Do not respond to the fraudulent message or click the link! Responding or clicking the link in the message may put your information and the university's information and systems at risk.
If you have already responded to the message, change your UMass Amherst IT Account password in SPIRE immediately.
For more information about this phishing scam or to learn more about what you can do to protect yourself, see the News section of the UMass Amherst IT website. Please report suspicious messages to [email protected].
If your student is planning to live off campus in the summer or fall, encourage them to meet with Student Legal Services Office to have their rental agreement/contract reviewed before they sign a lease for off campus housing. https://www.umass.edu/slso/. April 14 is our second Wellbeing Wednesday. So, no classes for students but again lots off wellbeing activities to participate in!
If your student is planning to live off campus in the summer or fall, encourage them to meet with Student Legal Services Office to have their rental agreement/contract reviewed before they sign a lease for off campus housing. https://www.umass.edu/slso/. April 14 is our second Wellbeing Wednesday. So, no classes for students but again lots off wellbeing activities to participate in!
COVID-19 Update: Encouraging Trends Continue, Operational Posture Changed to Guarded Risk. Please read more here!
https://www.umass.edu/parents/sites/default/files/COVID-19%20Update%20-%20Operational%20Posture%20Changed%20to%20Guarded%20Risk.pdf
Fall 2021 registration begins April 5. Have a conversation with your student about their summer and fall plans and encourage them to discuss their options with their academic advisor prior to registering for courses. This is also the time when students begin signing up for summer internships and jobs, study abroad opportunities, and much more.
Did you know that the Dean of Students office provides financial assistance, short-term emergency loans to students in need, and access to Student Care Supply Closets? Visit the following websites for more information.
http://www.umass.edu/dean_students/student-care-supply-closets
http://www.umass.edu/dean_students/support/loan-program
Whether your student needs to improve on a subject or their writing and research projects, staff at the Learning Resource and Writing Centers along with our Librarians are here to help. Visit their website for virtual offerings and hours of operation. https://www.umass.edu/lrc/
At UMass Amherst, there are a variety of academic support services available to students. The services are run by the Learning Resource Center (LRC) – the academic and research support department.
Some photos from Wellbeing Wednesdays!
https://www.facebook.com/UMassAmherst/posts/10157858850068671
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who celebrated Wellbeing Wednesday at the Pondfire with us yesterday and connected in a positive and safe way. More than 360 students showed up to safely socialize with a small group of friends at one of 10 bonfires around the Campus Pond with music, s’mores, and food trucks. And, thankfully, the weather was nice for us, too.
It was such a treat to be able to host something that felt like a slice of normalcy, and we hope to offer more events like this in the future!
Some photos from Wellbeing Wednesdays.
https://www.facebook.com/UMassAmherst/posts/10157858850068671
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who celebrated Wellbeing Wednesday at the Pondfire with us yesterday and connected in a positive and safe way. More than 360 students showed up to safely socialize with a small group of friends at one of 10 bonfires around the Campus Pond with music, s’mores, and food trucks. And, thankfully, the weather was nice for us, too.
It was such a treat to be able to host something that felt like a slice of normalcy, and we hope to offer more events like this in the future!
February 28 is the deadline for students to waive the Student Health Insurance Benefits Plan for the Spring semester should they decide to stay on a family plan. Waiver instructions is available at https://www.umass.edu/uhs/waiving-shbp . Tomorrow is Wellbeing Wednesdays, so no classes for students but lot’s off wellness activities to participate in.
COVID-19 Call Center: Need help finding answers about UMass services and policies in the pandemic? Call 413-577-2999 to speak with staff Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., or write to [email protected]. For concerns about student conduct, use the Dean of Students online reporting tool.
We hope your student’s first day of classes went smoothly if they had one yesterday. Encourage them to mark all important dates in a planner/calendar. Being well organized and paying attention to details can help them be more successful in their classes and in life.
Spring semester classes start February 1. Remind your student to follow the Interim Pandemic Policy and get tested for COVID-19 twice a week. Be sure to pack a Go Kit in case your student needs to self-isolate or quarantine. For more information on COVID-19 testing and how to schedule appointments, please visit https://www.umass.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-testing
UMass Amherst Parents Advisory Council member Amy Bronson is excited to welcome all the families of students entering Spring 2021 to the UMass Amherst community.
‘Eating Disorders on College Campuses’ - Join us on Monday, January 25 via Zoom Webinar at 6:30 p.m. to learn how to identify eating disorder behaviors and support students managing an eating disorder while in
college. Register using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EGYk16TmTNy_9RKPnZZicg
Here's the first OPS E-Newsletter for the Spring 2021 'Happy New Year & Welcome Back' which includes students' email updates, weather policy, many reminders, wellbeing services, career fairs, OPS webinar series, and much more.
https://www.umass.edu/parents/sites/default/files/Happy%20New%20Year%20%26%20Welcome%20Back_0.pdf
Depending on the course, students can order textbooks with Books by eCampus via SPIRE and take advantage of free shipping. Ucard debit can be used as a form of payment. Encourage your student to order their books on time For eCampus @ UMass, visit here - https://umass.ecampus.com/
A discussion about alcohol/drug use and student safety with staff from the UMass Police Department, Student Conduct and Compliance, Off Campus Student Center, and the Center for Health Promotion. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMsdeuprjwjGdXHbDWmaB-FlrE_5xc_WMpl
Your student’s health and wellbeing is a priority at UMass Amherst. University Health Services (UHS), the Center for Counseling and Psychological Health (CCPH), and Disability Services give an overview of the services they provide and talk about wellbeing and resilience and what you should know to keep your student healthy. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/97010509210?pwd=ZzRvSnBJNytSSHc2RG9oRE82NWJ1dz09
In this presentation the Environmental Health and Safety department will discuss the university’s COVID-19 safety protocol, travel, quarantine and isolation requirements, and all you need to know to help your student stay safe during the spring semester and beyond. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpcO-rrTgjHNL1r1iVk92xyCCTSVaUfK7N
Spring 2021 Move-In: Everything You Need to Know
The Spring 2021 semester will be different than any semester on campus in recent memory and that starts with Move-In. This presentation will discuss what students should bring to campus, the steps they need to take prior to Move-In, and what to expect on Move-In Day. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtdOCoqTsoEtb_rKayS-S4j23JhXNoXv3y
Read this important information that students received from the Dean of Students Office regarding updates, and resources related to Spring opening,https://www.umass.edu/parents/sites/default/files/Spring%20Semester%20Information%20from%20Dean%20of%20Students.pdf
University staff partner with you to guide and assist your student in their educational journey. Representatives from Residence Education and Residential Life Student Services outline campus resources and community expectations and discuss support for you and your student as they settle into their new living environment. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJModeqhpj4vE9xTZiTvcy26nrRKh_uhG_HZ
Award-Winning UMass Dining discusses meal plan options, special diets, students' jobs/internships, and a look into our modified spring 2021 operation. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcu-pqz4iGtKLv1_KBSSlaooCyG060Uyh
One of the best ways to support your student is to be aware of what is involved in the process of paying for school. After reviewing this session, you will better understand the billing cycle, payment options, financial aid options, and important deadlines. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcuduCqrjkiEtOZ0WsflRE4XuhpbpbSBJfd.
A faculty member discusses what students need to do to succeed academically at UMass. To join this session, please sign up using the link https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlduqtrTkjHdzfacAYJi-LVraDCj3yStAS
Tuesday Tip: The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available at studentaid.gov. UMass Amherst's priority deadline for filing the FAFSA is March 1. The form must be completed and filed each year a student attends the university to apply for any financial aid, scholarships, or grants. For instructions, review the 2020-2021 Guide to Understanding Financial Aid:
https://www.umass.edu/umfa/sites/default/files/Forms/2020-21%20Guide%20to%20Understanding%20Financial%20Aid.pdf
To families of new students entering UMass Amherst in February, this is just a reminder to sign up for our free online family orientation sessions. More information is found on the New Students Orientation website: https://www.umass.edu/newstudent/welcome-parents-and-families.
January 11 @ 11 a.m. EST - Academic Perspective - https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwlduqtrTkjHdzfacAYJi-LVraDCj3yStAS
January 13 @ 11 a.m. EST - Money Matters - https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcuduCqrjkiEtOZ0WsflRE4XuhpbpbSBJfd
January 13 @ 2 p.m. EST - Eating at UMass - https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMkcu-pqz4iGtKLv1_KBSSlaooCyG060Uyh
January 15 @ 11 a.m. EST - Living at UMass Amherst – https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJModeqhpj4vE9xTZiTvcy26nrRKh_uhG_HZ
January 15 @ 2 p.m. EST - The Move-in Process - https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtdOCoqTsoEtb_rKayS-S4j23JhXNoXv3y
January 19 @ 2 p.m. EST - Environmental Health and Safety - https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpcO-rrTgjHNL1r1iVk92xyCCTSVaUfK7N
January 20 @ 11 a.m. EST - Campus Health and Wellbeing - https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/j/97010509210?pwd=ZzRvSnBJNytSSHc2RG9oRE82NWJ1dz09
January 20 @ 2 p.m. EST - Safety – https://umass-amherst.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMsdeuprjwjGdXHbDWmaB-FlrE_5xc_WMpl
Welcome Parents, Families, Guardians, and Supporters! While we’ll miss seeing you in person for the Parent and Family Orientation program this winter, there will be some opportunities to connect virtually this year. We hope you’ll be able to participate as much as possible in our online program ...
The Office of Parent Services wishes you a Happy New Year. We hope the New Year brings your family much needed joy, happiness, and good health. We look forward to welcome your student back in February.
Tuesday Tip: Did you know that the Peer Health Educators from the Center for Health Promotion offer Peer Wellness Coaching to help students maintain and improve their wellness techniques?
https://www.umass.edu/studentlife/health-safety/chp/peer-health-education
Tuesday Tip: UMass Amherst values diversity and equity and strives for inclusive excellence in classrooms, research labs, and beyond. Students can learn more about our various identities and cultures by affiliating with the following advocacy, inclusion, and support centers/offices: Office of Inclusion and Equity, Center for Multicultural Advancement and Student Success, Stonewall Center, Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, Veteran Student Resource Center, Men and Masculinities Center, International Program Office, Women of Color Leadership Network, Center for Women and Community, and Disability Services.
UMass Amherst students and families received the information regarding travel plans for Spring 2021. It is also available on the Office of Parent Services E-Newsletter archive -https://www.umass.edu/parents/sites/default/files/Spring%202021%20Travel%20Guidance.pdf
A video message from Chancellor Subbaswamy about some of the exciting things happening on campus - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QY6lJqVMdmk&feature=youtu.be
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