Honoring a Professor’s Legacy at UMass

Inspired by a group of students who created a scholarship in her late husband’s honor, a former UMass Amherst employee joined their efforts to ensure the professor’s enduring legacy at UMass.

Accelerate Surpasses $600 Million

Thanks to the generosity of the UMass Amherst community, the campaign has reached an important milestone, 18 months ahead of schedule.

Catalyzing Educational Innovation

In the wake of shrinking federal support for research, competition for grants from private foundations has skyrocketed. With two successful grant applications to the Spencer Foundation, the UMass College of…

From UMass to the Quiet Zone

UMass Amherst shaped an astronomer’s career. Today, he maintains a strong connection with the Department of Astronomy and gives back to the university he loves.

Dressing for Success at No Cost

The UMass Professional Wardrobe Closet provides free work clothing to students, empowering them to pursue internships, interviews, and career opportunities with confidence.

Alumna's Gratitude Uplifts Nursing Students

Her nursing career took her across the country—and around the globe. Today, she supports the university she credits with giving her the foundation for success.

Giving Back as a Family

The Castañeda, Paredes, Krupczynski Family Scholarship Endowment was created by a multigenerational, Latino family of UMass Amherst faculty and alumni to expand access, opportunity, and belonging for first…

Building Cyber Resilience

Arvind Nithrakashyap ’97 MS has used the knowledge he gained in software engineering, database management, and machine learning during his master’s program at UMass Amherst to establish and shape a globally…

Opening Doors to the Arts

Nearly 800 elementary, middle, and high school students visit UMass Amherst to experience Latin culture, history, and dance through the Fine Arts Center’s Global Arts program.