UMass changes fall 2020 schedule, classes set to start two weeks sooner than expected
By Chris McLaughlin, Assistant News Editor
June 17, 2020
An email from the Office of the Provost to UMass community states an anticipated first day of classes on Aug. 24 and last day of classes on Nov. 20 before Thanksgiving this year. Classes will be held on three fall holidays and final exams will be conducted remotely and end by Dec. 4.
UMass on target for goal number of incoming students
By Maria Elena Little Endara, Collegian Staff
June 16, 2020
Despite the pandemic, UMass will see a larger freshmen class than last year.
Analysis: What we learned from UMass’ open forum on the fall semester
By Will Katcher, Assistant News Editor
June 11, 2020
While no decisions have been finalized, the forum did reveal some realities about the fall semester.
UMass lays out detailed Fall 2020 proposal
By Will Katcher and Ana Pietrewicz
June 8, 2020
The school is considering on-campus classes for those in “essential face-to-face courses,” freshmen and possibly seniors, in addition to an earlier start date and no return after Thanksgiving.
Upcoming protests around Massachusetts
By Claire Healy, Assistant News Editor
June 6, 2020
A list of upcoming protests throughout Massachusetts.
UMass Amherst Civic Engagement Spanish class translates COVID-19 health information
By Maria Elena Little Endara, Assistant Social Media Editor
June 3, 2020
Students make information on quarantining and self-isolation more accessible for Hispanic populations in Massachusetts.
UMass 2020 graduates react to online commencement
By Sophia Gardner, Assistant News Editor
June 3, 2020
UMass’ graduates share their thoughts on virtual commencement.
New Latinx Defined Residential Community announced to open in fall
By Irina Costache, Assistant News Editor
June 2, 2020
The new Latinx Defined Residential Community, El Barrio, is set to open in the fall and aims to create community and unity for students on campus.
Northampton joins nationwide protests demanding racial justice
By Saliha Bayrak, Collegian Correspondent
June 2, 2020
On Monday, protestors in Northampton joined the call for racial justice with a demonstration in the downtown area, ending in front of the Northampton Police Department.
Unfair labor practice charges filed against University
By Irina Costache, Assistant News Editor
May 27, 2020
The Graduate Employment Organization has filed Unfair Labor Practice charges against the University alleging attempted union busting by administrators
UMass President Marty Meehan to propose tuition freeze
By Claire Healy, Assistant News Editor
May 22, 2020
Citing the financial hardships many families are facing during the coronavirus pandemic, Meehan said that this proposal was “the appropriate course and the right thing to do.”
Town Council approves outdoor dining, zoning amendment for local restaurants
By Matt Berg, Managing Editor
May 22, 2020
Under the zoning amendment, businesses would forgo the lengthy process that is usually required to make adjustments such as outdoor dining.
