Tipping the Scales—PHENOM Speak Out

Thursday, November 19 12 noon — 1:00 p.m. Cape Cod Room, Student Union This year marks the tipping point for funding public higher education in the state of Massachusetts.  Previously more than half of UMass’ budget came from the state.  This year marks the first year that the majority of the University’s funding is coming from student fees and tuition.  This is a clear trend … Continue reading

Health Care Forum & Rally!!

Tuesday, November 17 1:00 p.m. Campus Center 101 Press conference and rally to discuss the changes to the Student Health Insurance Plan and the closing of UHS from midnight to 8:00 a.m.  The changes to UHS hours and the SHIP, implemented over the summer, together represent a significant burden for UMass students and the larger community.  For example, during the second weekend of the school … Continue reading