All four undergraduate UMass campuses announced plans to make a UMass education free for Massachusetts students who demonstrate the greatest financial need. Starting next Fall, tuition and mandatory…, UMass Amherst, Drawing upon existing federal support and additional resources from the legislatively funded Mass Grant Plus program, which was expanded by the Healey-Driscoll Administration in 2023, UMass Amherst…, UMass Boston, The Beacon Pledge Program offers high-need students the ability to earn a bachelor’s degree for free. It will use federal, state, and institutional aid to cover total tuition and mandatory fees. In-…, UMass Dartmouth, Beginning Fall 2025, UMass Dartmouth’s tuition-free program “The UMass Dartmouth Deal,” will be available to in-state undergraduate students with an annual family income of $75,000 or less by…, UMass Lowell, Eligible Massachusetts students whose family income is $75,000 or less will pay no undergraduate tuition or fees when they enroll at UMass Lowell. “UMass Lowell is committed to making clear that…
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UMass President Marty Meehan today announced that Justice David A. Lowy, the first UMass graduate to serve on the state’s Supreme Judicial Court, will become the next General Counsel of the 74,000-…
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The University of Massachusetts today announced that the top 10 percent of the Commonwealth’s future community college graduates will receive a minimum of $5,000 per year above federal and private…, UMass President Marty Meehan, said. “We believe this initiative will lead to more community college graduates choosing to finish their four-year degree at UMass, which will accelerate their upward economic trajectory and…, Bunker Hill Community College President Pam Eddinger, . “The Community College Advantage Scholarship will help more of them realize their dreams for a high-quality education that will prepare them for meaningful careers in the Commonwealth." Starting in…, , To be eligible for the Fall 2024 CCAS, students must: Complete their degree in the top 10 percent of their graduating class at their college. This will be calculated as of the end of the semester…
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Since its earliest days, the University of Massachusetts has been about the future – creating better futures for our students, the Commonwealth and the world. We are an institution of education and…, A look back at 2023, UMass enjoyed success on every front, thanks to the work of our faculty, staff and campus leaders – and the diligence of our 74,000 students. We are also fueled by the support of our partners in…
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The UMass Amherst Springfield Center will soon be named for former UMass Trustee and Springfield Urban League President, Henry M. Thomas III, , a leading advocate for establishing the center in his hometown, and the first person of color to lead the UMass Board of Trustees. “Henry’s belief in the ability of young people to change the world…, UMass President Marty Meehan, , who announced the naming at a recent gathering of friends and family celebrating Thomas’s retirement. “His dedication to the UMass mission fit perfectly with his lifelong avocation of creating…, UMass Amherst Chancellor Javier Reyes, said, “Chairman Thomas was a transformational leader at the University of Massachusetts, a son of Springfield and the first person of color to lead the UMass Board of Trustees. The center will be a…, Congressman Richard E. Neal, . “Through his leadership with the Urban League of Springfield and the UMass Board Trustees, Henry has given back to the city that made him who he is today. His unwavering commitment to uplifting…
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BOSTON – Five outstanding University of Massachusetts faculty have been awarded the 2023 Manning Prize for Excellence in Teaching for their exceptional dedication to students and the university. The…, UMass Lowell alumni Rob and Donna Manning, established the Manning Prize in 2016, to honor UMass professors who excel in teaching and service. “Dedicated teaching and service and mentorship are all hallmarks of UMass faculty excellence,” said Rob Manning, a 1984 graduate of UMass…, UMass President Marty Meehan, . “We are deeply grateful to them for their incredible generosity to UMass and for recognizing the talents of our outstanding faculty members.” In 2021, the Mannings donated $50 million to the…
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“University system officials are working with the Provosts and Admissions Directors on the five UMass campuses to assess how the University’s admissions processes may be influenced by these changes…
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UMass President Marty Meehan issued the following statement on the passing of Daniel Ellsberg, who was a recent recipient of a UMass Amherst honorary degree and whose papers are housed at UMass…
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BOSTON – The James J. Karam Scholarship Fund has awarded scholarships to a total of twelve current and incoming University of Massachusetts students from the SouthCoast Region, including Greater Fall…, University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees Chairman James Karam and his wife, Janis Karam, , established the James J. Karam Scholarship Fund in 2013 to recognize distinguished SouthCoast students. Jim’s daughter, Alyssa Karam, has been actively involved in the process and will lead this…, UMass President Marty Meehan, praised the Karams’ dedication to access and affordability at UMass. “These scholarships are creating new opportunities for deserving students and expanding access to a world-class UMass education…, Lucas Bastista, - Lucas is a junior at UMass Boston studying economics and anthropology and is a graduate of Dartmouth High School. • , Brayden Bergeron, ,, Fall River, – Brayden is a senior at UMass Amherst studying computer engineering and is a graduate of BMC Durfee High School. • , Sarai Benitez, ,, Fall River, – Sarai is a sophomore at UMass Lowell studying engineering and is a graduate of BMC Durfee High School. • , Tiago Boia, ,, South Dartmouth, – Tiago is a senior at UMass Dartmouth studying marketing and is a graduate of New Bedford High School. • , Heather Cachia, Dartmouth, – Heather is a sophomore at UMass Dartmouth studying interior architecture and design and is a graduate of Dartmouth High School. • , Madeline Cisneros, New Bedford, – Madeline is a sophomore at UMass Dartmouth studying crime and justice studies and is a graduate of New Bedford High School. • , Joshua Correia, Westport, – Joshua is a senior at UMass Amherst studying psychology and English and is a graduate of New Bedford High School. • , Damaris Fratus, Fall River, – Damaris is a junior at UMass Dartmouth studying nursing and is a graduate of BMC Durfee High School. • , Nathaniel Klein, Fall River, – Nathaniel is a senior at UMass Lowell studying pharmaceutical science and is a graduate of Bishop Connolly High School. • , Savanha Laroche, Fall River, – Savanha is a senior at UMass Dartmouth studying nursing and is a graduate of BMC Durfee High School. • , Adam Souza, Fall River, – Adam is a sophomore at UMass Amherst studying managerial economics and is a graduate of BMC Durfee High School. • , Athena Xifaras, Fairhaven, – Athena is a senior at UMass Amherst studying psychology and art and is a graduate of Fairhaven High School. Originally from Fall River, James Karam graduated from UMass Dartmouth in 1971 before…, Caption for photo:, Left to right: Adam Souza ’26, Tiago Boia ’24, Nathan Klein ’25, (James & Alyssa Karam), Heather Cachia ’26, Joshua Correia ‘23, Kyle Neves ’23, Lucas Batista ’25. Missing from photo: Athena…
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(BOSTON) —, Mass General Brigham and UMass Boston’s Manning College of Nursing and Health Sciences today announced an expanded collaboration to enhance the college’s Clinical Leadership Collaborative for…, Dr. Anne Klibanski, president and CEO of Mass General Brigham, . “There is an immense need to increase the pipeline of trained nurses, with a concerted focus on increasing diversity among our trainees. This initiative is a powerful example of how collaboration…, UMass President Marty Meehan, . “Building on the inspiring generosity of Rob and Donna Manning, the federal investment supported by Congressman Steve Lynch, and the work of the UMass Foundation team, this initiative will result…, Chancellor Marcelo Suárez-Orozco, . “We are grateful to Mass General Brigham for this renewed commitment, which builds on our long-term partnership to diversify the career pipeline for nurses and opens opportunities for many more…, Rose Sheehan, ,, chief human resources officer at Mass General Brigham, . “This expanded nursing education program underscores our commitment to supporting the healthcare workforce needs of the state.” The Clinical Leadership Collaborative for Diversity in Nursing is a…, Governor Maura Healey, . “At a time when we are facing a shortage of nurses and a mental health crisis, this is an important step that our schools, workforce, and health care system all will benefit from.” "This latest…, Donna Manning, . “Our top priority is to keep our students on track to graduate and excited about the career opportunities that await them across our communities.” In 2021, Robert J. and Donna Manning donated $50…, Robert J. Manning, . “By strengthening this program, they are investing in the top talent of tomorrow and ensuring a stronger future for the entire health care ecosystem in our state, region, and beyond.” "UMass Boston…, U.S. Representative Stephen Lynch (MA-08), . “Our nurses are the backbone of our health care system, and this collaboration between UMass Boston and Mass General Brigham offers an amazing opportunity for growing a diverse and professional…, Mayor Michelle Wu, . “For Boston to remain the health care capital of the world, we need to ensure a pipeline of talented and diverse nurses that reflects our city, and UMass Boston and Mass General Brigham are leading…, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, . “UMass Boston is the only public research university in Greater Boston and is therefore uniquely positioned to execute a program such as this one." UMass Boston is the most diverse university in…, Gaurdia Banister, executive director of the Institute for Patient Care at Mass General Hospital, , a founding member of Mass General Brigham. “We hope that this relationship not only offers students valuable, on-site clinical learning opportunities but also leads to a sustainable pipeline of…, Secretary of Health and Human Services Kate Walsh, . “Having a diverse health care workforce that truly represents the population they serve leads to better understanding, better decision making, and better health outcomes for patients.” ---, About UMass Boston, The University of Massachusetts Boston is deeply rooted in the city's history yet poised to address the challenges of the future. Recognized for innovative research, metropolitan Boston’s public…, About Mass General Brigham, Mass General Brigham is an integrated academic health care system, uniting great minds to solve the hardest problems in medicine for our communities and the world. Mass General Brigham connects a…, About the UMass Foundation, Founded in 1950, The University of Massachusetts Foundation, Inc., is a private, independent nonprofit that is overseen by a board of directors and has been a trusted steward of UMass endowments for…, Contacts, : Emma Sconyers, Mass General Brigham, esconyers@mgb.org ; 401-835-3596 DeWayne Lehman, UMass Boston, dewayne.lehman@umb.edu , 617-291-7258
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