BOSTON, , Massachusetts (September 16, 2022) – More than 1,000 unemployed and underemployed individuals, including current Mass General Brigham workers , will be offered training and education opportunities…, Mayor Wu, said about the $23 million Good Jobs grant . “ This grant will accelerate our work to make Boston a city for everyone and connect our residents with opportunities in healthcare, childcare and clean…, Marty Meehan, , President of the University of Massachusetts. “ UMass-educated doctors, nurses, and many others are contributing to Mass General Brigham's world-class treatment of patients, and now, with UMass…, David Andrews, . “ The mayor ’ s Good Jobs initiative will bolster our ability to help even more Boston area residents gain the skills they need to qualify for these important career opportunities We congratulate…, Rosemary Sheehan, , Chief Human Resources Officer, Mass General Brigham. ### , About the City of Boston, ’, s $23 million grant, The City of Boston has been awarded a $23 million American Rescue Plan Good Jobs Challenge grant by the U.S. Department of Commerce ’ s Economic Development Administration . This grant will establish…, About the Good Jobs Challenge, The Good Jobs Challenge is administered by the Commerce Department ’ s Economic Development Administration (EDA) and will enable communities across the country to invest in new approaches to…, About, UMass Global, University of Massachusetts Global is a private, nonprofit online institution affiliated with University of Massachusetts and accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission. The…, About Mass General Brigham, Mass General Brigham is an integrated academic healthcare system, uniting great minds in medicine to make a life-changing impact on patients in our communities and people around the world. Mass…
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The University of Massachusetts Amherst has been named to this year’s list of campuses creating a safe, welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ students, faculty and staff, according to Campus Pride, the…
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UMass Dartmouth recently opened its newest state-of-the-art research, learning and product development laboratory in the School for Marine Science & Technology. The Biodegradability Laboratory…, Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, . "The research conducted and the products developed within the lab will offer industry and academia opportunities for growth." "UMass Dartmouth is committed to supporting the rapidly growing Blue…, Chancellor Mark Fuller, . "I am grateful to the Baker-Polito Administration and alum Mike Joyce for allowing our students to learn alongside faculty doing groundbreaking research in the biodegradability lab." The laboratory…, Pat Larkin, Deputy Director, Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, . “Our thanks to the many corporate and research partners on this project, including PrimaLoft, that will power this critically important research partnership.” "This new laboratory is a true…, Jean VanderGheynst, Dean of Engineering and interim Dean of SMAST, . “Ultimately, this is a wonderful opportunity to bring together a business with a specific need, and a university with the ability to bring it to life," said, Mike Joyce '85, PrimaLoft CEO, . “This lab is positioned to be one of the premier biodegradation labs in the United States and our hope that this lab will be the nucleus of an expanding center for sustainable innovation and…
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BOSTON – To kick off National Voter Education Week, the five UMass student trustees called on their 72,000-plus peers across the UMass system to make sure they are registered and have a plan to vote…, Adam Lechowicz, (UMass Amherst),, Michael Dooley, (UMass Boston),, Maxwell White, (UMass Dartmouth),, Mina Lam, (UMass Lowell), and, Bethany Berry, (UMass Chan Medical) – issued the following statement: “Young people have been the catalysts for real change here in America and around the world, and the most effective way that we can create change…, UMass President Marty Meehan, . “Preparing our students for lives of active, informed citizenship is a cornerstone of the UMass mission,” President Meehan said. “Informed voting remains the purest, most powerful form of…, About the #UMassVotes Campaign, The #UMassVotes initiative was first launched in 2020, following President Meehan signing onto the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge , a nonpartisan campaign aimed at registering 100 percent of…
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BOSTON, –, UMass Lowell alumna and small business owner Mary Burns, has been elected chair of the 11-member UMass Building Authority (UMBA), which oversees the multibillion dollar facility construction and renovation activities across the five campuses of the…, UMass President Marty Meehan, said. “Her service to UMass is driven by her commitment to student success, and I have no doubt that mission will be reflected in her leadership as chair of the UMass Building Authority and as vice…, Lowell City Manager Tom Golden, . “Her perspective, grounded in real-life experience, will be incredibly valuable as she takes on these new leadership roles.” “I have witnessed first-hand Mary Burns’ dedication to the UMass mission…, Jerry Colella (UMass Lowell ’78), chairman of MKS Instruments, , who co-chaired the search with Burns that resulted in Julie Chen being appointed UMass Lowell Chancellor. “The skill, energy, and knowledge she will bring to her role as chair of the UMass Building…, About the University of Massachusetts, The University of Massachusetts is a world-class public research university system committed to advancing knowledge and transforming lives. UMass is renowned for the quality of its academic programs…
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UMass Board Chair Steve Karam BOSTON, – Fall River business and civic leader Stephen Karam, has been appointed chair of the 22-member University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees by Governor Charlie Baker, succeeding Robert Manning, who completed his trusteeship at the September 22 board…, UMass President Marty Meehan, said, “Steve Karam’s leadership of the Administration and Finance Committee, especially the guidance he provided through the COVID-19 crisis, has prepared him especially well for the chair position…, State Senate Committee on Ways and Means Chairman Michael Rodrigues, ,, D-Westport, , said, “Steve Karam’s belief in education as a catalyst for economic mobility, combined with his business acumen, made him an excellent chair of the Trustees’ Administration and Finance Committee…, State Rep. Patricia Haddad, D-Somerset., “Steve has demonstrated, time and time again, an exemplary commitment to serving the community through volunteer leadership,”, said, State Rep. Carole Fiola, D-Fall River., “His service as chair of the Bristol Community College Board, as a member of the UMass Board, and now as UMass Board Chair is evidence of that dedication.” “This is an excellent appointment by…, Nick Christ, President and CEO of BayCoast Bank., “Steve’s laser-like focus on preserving the long-term fiscal health of the university will be absolutely critical at this moment as we try to expand educational access that spreads economic…, About the University of Massachusetts, The University of Massachusetts is a world-class public research university system committed to advancing knowledge and transforming lives. UMass is renowned for the quality of its academic programs…
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The University of Massachusetts continued its ascent as one of the top colleges and universities in the nation in the, 2023 Times Higher Education (THE)’ s World University Rankings, released on Oct. 25. Rising two spots over THE ’s 2022 rankings, UMass is now 56th among U.S. higher ed institutions and ranks 28th among all U.S. public universities. UMass remains the top public…, UMass President Marty Meehan, said. “Our world class faculty and staff are delivering academic programs that prepare our students to excel in the global economy while driving innovation to confront the world’s most complex…, About the University of Massachusetts:, The University of Massachusetts is a world-class public research university system committed to advancing knowledge and transforming lives. UMass is renowned for the quality of its academic programs…
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2022 President's Report As I reflect on the past year, I am especially proud of the University of Massachusetts, its mission, and the impact UMass has had on hundreds of thousands of lives – my own,…, ., While Massachusetts is blessed with many fine colleges and universities, no other higher education institution drives the Commonwealth like UMass. Of our 530,000 alumni, 330,000 live right here in…
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Candidates will visit campus soon Following a comprehensive screening process that was launched on July 15, 2022, the UMass Amherst Chancellor Search Committee voted unanimously today to forward the…, Search Committee Chair Victor Woolridge, a 1980 graduate of UMass Amherst, . “We have met that challenge thanks to the stellar service of our committee members and the feedback received from the UMass Amherst community during listening sessions.” For more information on the…
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Governor Maura Healey, “Javier Reyes is an innovative and dynamic leader who will harness the full potential of UMass Amherst. I’m confident that he will inspire students and faculty alike to continue growing the school’s…, Tim Killeen, President, University of Illinois System President , “Javier Reyes has shown himself to be a rising star in higher education leadership and this opportunity at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is well-deserved,” “It is always bittersweet to see…, Gordon Gee, President, West Virginia University, “Javier has a proven record of cultivating important relationships through energetic engagement with the academic and business communities to create experiential learning opportunities which are…, Robert L. Reynolds, president and chief executive officer of Putnam Investments , “I want to commend President Meehan and the UMass Board of Trustees for having the vision to appoint Javier Reyes to the UMass Amherst chancellorship. Dr. Reyes, in my opinion, is one of the most…, Amanda Fernandez, CEO and Founder, Latinos for Education, “We at Latinos for Education are thrilled for the recommendation of Dr. Reyes as the next Chancellor of UMass Amherst. Seeing Latino leadership at the highest levels of education is an important…, Eneida Román, President and CEO of Amplify Latinx , "I applaud UMass on the selection of Dr. Javier Reyes as the first Latino to lead this prestigious academic institution. He brings strong leadership from the University of Illinois Chicago, where he…, Steven A. Tolman, President, Massachusetts AFL, UMass Trustee , “Dr. Javier Reyes is a distinguished academic, published in scholarly journals, who understands that universities exist to expand the boundaries of human knowledge. At the same time, Dr. Reyes is…, Dr. Laura Haas, Dean of the UMass Amherst Manning College of Computer and Information Science and Vice Chair of the UMass Amherst Chancellor Search Committee, “Dr. Reyes’ vision of a great public university as the engine of economic mobility fits perfectly with our mission as a land-grant institution dedicated to advancing the common good. His excitement…, Dan Rivera, CEO, MassDevelopment, Via Twitter: As a @UMassAmherst alumni & former Trustee, I'm excited by the appt. of Dr. Reyes as Chancellor. It's critical to have a leader of his accomplishment experience & commitment to…, Dr. Barbara Krauthamer, Dean of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts, member of the UMass Amherst Chancellor Search Committee, “Dr. Javier Reyes brings a keen appreciation of the value of the humanities and arts at a leading research university and in the wider community. He has the leadership experience to continue…, Jo Comerford, State Senator, D-Amherst, "Dr. Javier Reyes is a strong successor to Chancellor Subbaswamy. Both care deeply about the promise and potential of public higher education and both are committed to breaking down barriers for an…, Mindy Domb, State Representative, D-Amherst, Via Twitter: Excellent choice for @UMassAmherst @JavierReyesUIC will bring expertise, leadership and a commitment to access & affordability, social justice, student support, community engagement…, Natalie M. Blais, State Representative, D-Sunderland, Via Twitter: @UMassAmherst has been transformed under the leadership of @KSubbaswamy I am excited about the future of the Commonwealth’s flagship campus with Dr. Javier Reyes at the helm., Shayan Raza, President, UMass Amherst Student Government Association and member of the UMass Amherst Chancellor Search Committee, As a senior undergraduate in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, member of the Chancellor Search Committee, and the President of the Student Government Association at the University of…, Samalid Hogan, Western Mass Latina Entrepreneur and UMass Amherst graduate, "As a UMass Amherst alumni this is a huge deal. This selection sends a clear message that UMass Amherst is committed to recruiting Latino students who have been the fastest growing demographic in…, Xiomara Albán DeLobato, VP and Chief of Staff for the Western Massachusetts Economic Development Council, “Dr. Reyes will be an incredible asset to the Western Mass community. In addition to his skill set, background and credentials, he will bring diverse representation at the university level, which is…
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