The cover of the book "Older and Wiser" by Jean E. Rhodes Jean Rhodes, the Frank L. Boyden Professor of Psychology and Director of the Center for Evidence-Based Mentoring, has been named the 2023…
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BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration today awarded more than $2 million to high schools and colleges, including the University of Massachusetts, that are developing new early college pilot…, said Governor Charlie Baker., “We are pleased that UMass will now be among the higher education institution partners, and we are grateful for their commitment to expanding access to college courses for high school students across…, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito said., “Congratulations to each of the grant recipients for proposing ways in which we can make Early College opportunities more widely available.” “We’re proud to make these grants available to programs…, said Education Secretary James Peyser., “All students, and particularly those who have been historically underrepresented in higher education, deserve the opportunity to prepare for postsecondary education. These early college models will…, said UMass President Marty Meehan., “UMass is grateful for the confidence that the Baker-Polito Administration is showing in our initiatives on the South Coast and in the Merrimack Valley. With our colleagues at UMass Dartmouth and…
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BOSTON – , UMass President Marty Meehan, was honored Monday by the Massachusetts Association for Mental Health (MAMH) for his deep commitment to mental health advocacy and education among college students and for his leadership in creating…, Lauren Baker, , First Lady of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Friend and Leader Award winners, Susan and Steve Pollock, ,, Joseph D. Feaster, Jr, ., an attorney and co-chair of the MBK Boston Advisory Council, and state Representative, Sean Garballey, . President Meehan was introduced by his stepdaughter, Caroline Hanson, a high school student who has been active in mental health advocacy and peer education and plans to study child psychology in…
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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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