Illuminating the Health Effects of ‘Forever Chemicals’

UMass Amherst researchers are studying the myriad ways PFAS chemicals affect human health—and pursuing strategies to mitigate their harm.

Chemistry Doctoral Student Wins 2025 Three-Minute Thesis Competition

Cristina Hirschbiegel, a doctoral student in chemistry, was named the winner of the 2025 Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition for her presentation, “Nanozymes for Smarter Cancer Treatment”.

Accelerate in the Nation’s Capital

The Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum hosted the UMass D.C. community for a night of bold ideas and meaningful connections.

Seeing Ghosts

Eva Lin Fahey's latest exhibit reflects on her experience as a transracial adoptee and explores her feelings of loss and connection.

Building a Lifelong Community

Peter ’78 and Denise ’79 Bloom established the Kenneth L. O’Brien (KOB) Scholarship, which provides both support and enduring camaraderie for student-athletes.

Turning Sorrow into Support

When College of Education alumnus Don Davis ’74 lost his daughter to a rare genetic disorder, he chose to keep her memory alive through the gift of scholarship.

Championing Chemical Engineering

Crediting his time on campus as the start of the personal and professional successes in his life, Edward S. Price ’90 speaks to the reasons for his support of the Department of Chemical Engineering.

UMass Amherst Connection Yields Invaluable Experience

A student’s internship with two UMass Amherst alumni provided on-the-job experience and mentoring opportunities.

UMass Students Preserve, Amplify Black Women’s Stories

Graduate students working in the Irma McClaurin Black Feminist Archive gain more than archival experience through their work—they learn to give voices to those history overlooks.