University of Massachusetts

09/09/2026

The path to a career in biomedical engineering is expanding at UMass Lowell.

With more than $400,000 in new funding from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center, UMass Lowell is developing a new tissue engineering training lab for college students and launching an intensive summer program that will give high school students hands-on experience in biomedical engineering.

By connecting students with cutting-edge research, lab experience, and industry-relevant skills, UMass Lowell is helping prepare the next generation of life sciences leaders.

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Massachusetts Life Sciences Center Funding Supports New Engineering Facility and Summer Program Image by Ed Brennen Pathways to biomedical engineering careers are expanding at UMass Lowell through a new training laboratory and a high school summer program, both funded by grants from the Massachusett...

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the people behind UMass.

We’re especially proud to celebrate the dedicated team in the President’s Office. While much of their work happens behind the scenes, they’re helping move UMass forward every day, supporting our campuses, advancing important initiatives, and working to make a difference for our students and communities.

To every UMass employee whose hard work, dedication, and passion make a difference for our students, campuses, and communities: thank you.

Happy Labor Day to the entire UMass community!

UMass Amherst | UMass Boston | UMass Dartmouth | UMass Lowell | UMass Chan Medical School | UMass Law

09/03/2026

A $15 million National Science Foundation (NSF) grant is helping to bring new technology to New England's commercial fishing industry — with the goal of making fishing more sustainable while protecting the livelihoods that depend on it.

One of the projects supported by the grant will tackle a major challenge for fishermen: they often don't know what's in their nets until they bring them on deck.

Researchers at the UMass Dartmouth School for Marine Science & Technology will develop a "third eye" camera system to give fishermen a look inside their nets underwater, helping them avoid unwanted bycatch and make more informed decisions about what they bring to shore.

It’s just another example of how UMass Dartmouth is using its leadership in marine science to advance innovation and strengthen New England’s blue economy.

The grant will fund a “third eye” camera system for fishing nets and autonomous robots for lobstermen.

09/02/2026

Boston’s waterways could play a major role in how we heat and cool buildings, and UMass Boston is helping explore that possibility.

The Boston Green Ribbon Commission has launched the Boston Area Thermal Energy Network (BosTEN) feasibility project to study how Boston Harbor, the Fort Point Channel, the Charles and Mystic Rivers, and the bedrock beneath them could provide thermal energy for heating and cooling universities, hospitals, and other large buildings.

UMass Boston brings decades of experience to the effort. Since 1974, the university has used a pumped-seawater cooling system to cool campus facilities, drawing water from nearby Savin Hill Cove.

Backed by a $500,000 Massachusetts Clean Energy Center grant, the year-long project will examine how thermal energy networks can lower emissions and energy costs, reduce strain on electric and gas infrastructure, and advance a more climate-resilient energy future for Boston.

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Mayor Wu, Secretary Tepper, Mass CEC CEO Downing, UMass Boston Chancellor Suárez-Orozco join for tour and launch event

08/31/2026

TIME has named UMass Dartmouth one of America’s Best Colleges.

The university ranks No. 3 among Massachusetts public universities and No. 8 among public universities in New England. The recognition places a strong emphasis on student outcomes, including graduation rates, earnings, and return on education.

Congratulations to the entire UMass Dartmouth community on this well-deserved recognition!

University ranks No. 3 among Massachusetts public universities and No. 8 among public universities in New England

08/28/2026

The University of Massachusetts Amherst's first state-designated early college program will begin Wednesday at Mount Everett Regional High School, giving students access to UMass courses from their high school classroom.

08/27/2026

President Trump’s cuts to research funding threaten to shrink the pipeline of highly educated graduates that has long given Massachusetts a competitive edge over other states.

08/27/2026

A $36,000 bid for a tour of Jay Leno’s famous garage became something much more meaningful for Terry Atamian.

The Jay Leno Garage Tour winner made the bid in honor of his late brother, Robbie, and he’s bringing Robbie’s son, Benjamin, along for the once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The proceeds from the bid will benefit the Professor Joseph Dorsey Memorial Scholarship at UMass Lowell, supporting physical therapy students.

It’s a story about family, generosity and a lasting commitment to UMass Lowell students.

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Terry Atamian, president of Atamian Honda, submitted a bid of $36,000 to win a tour of Jay Leno’s famed car collection in a fundraiser to support physical therapy scholarships.

08/26/2026

A decade at No. 1? We’ll eat to that.

UMass Amherst has been named No. 1 for Best Campus Dining in the nation by The Princeton Review for the 10th year in a row!

From globally inspired dishes to fresh, sustainable ingredients sourced from 100+ local producers, UMass Dining is the largest collegiate dining program in the country, serving more than 50,000 meals daily, nearly 9 million annually.

Here’s to 10 years at the top.

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The university also surges up 16 spots to No. 9 on The Princeton Review’s Top 50 Green Colleges list.