Candidates for honorary degrees shall be persons of great accomplishment and high ethical standards who exemplify the ideals of the University of Massachusetts Boston. The ceremony will be held rain or shine on the medical schools campus, under a tent on Campus Green No. Contact Us, This is an official page of UMass Chan Medical School, Office of University Events 333 South St. Shrewsbury, MA 01545, Questions or Comments? Im someone who believes we should cancel your student loan debt. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2023 Master's Celebration 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mullin Center THURSDAY, MAY 25, 2023 Commonwealth Honors College Celebration of Excellence 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Mullins Center FRIDAY, MAY 26, 2023 Class of 2023 Commencement (Main Graduation Ceremony) Graduate and Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony Its not easy work. We are honored to have him as our featured speaker.. The first time I ran for Congress, I lost. This ceremony will take place at the University of Massachusetts Boston, Campus Center Lawn, 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125. Contact: Event website. Featured speakers include UMass President Marty Meehan; the 2020 student speaker, Grace Jung, a biochemistry and molecular biology major from Wakefield, Massachusetts; and the keynote speaker for our on-campus ceremony, UMass alumnus John Jacobs '90, co-founder and chief creative optimist of Life Is Good. Anyways, I really mean it when I say congratulations on a job well done to those of you who got such wonderful honors and awards. CNS Commencement takes place from 9:00-11:00AM in Mullins Center. Graduates, give another round of applause to your family and friends. Chan School of Medicine, the Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing and the Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences expected to receive degrees. UMass Boston will celebrate its 4,000-member Class of 2022 across two in-person Commencement ceremonies one designated for undergraduate degree recipients and one designated for graduate degree recipients, according to UMass. Any student who has fulfilled their requirements during the fall 2022 semester or anticipates fulfilling requirements in the spring 2023 or summer 2023 semesters is invited to participate in the 2023 Commencement. All trademarks, service marks and trade names (e.g., the UMass Boston name, the lighthouse, and B insignia) are owned, registered and/or licensed by the University of Massachusetts Boston. The BID is quite taken aback by this decision and really wonders at the thought process behind it, Gould said. endstream endobj 312 0 obj <. Visit our 2022 Graduation Celebration page for a full list of graduates. From a pandemic that has left too many empty seats in this stadium, to the profound outrages of racial, social, and economic injustices this country is reckoning with, to the generations of pain and suffering caused by choices made long before usand I want to acknowledge in that spirit that we are here today on stolen Pocumtuc land. To take action, and take chances. This is your moment. margin-right: 20px; This online event does not replace the traditional campus ceremony, which will be rescheduled for an appropriate date after restrictions on large gatherings are lifted. These are not new fights, but they are new again. Losing forces people and political parties to change and grow. By Christopher Huffaker Globe Staff, Updated May 13, 2022, 8:54 p.m. Engineering graduate Ethan Williams of Leominster wears a mortarboard displaying his desire for completion as he sits among. The idyllic college town of Amherst is home to hiking, biking, museums, music, theater, history, food, farms and much more. I want to talk to you about how we can solve these problems. Two ceremonies will then be held on Saturday, May 14 for the Class of 2022 undergraduates, which will feature Commencement addresses and other honors, UMass said. The academic processionone of the oldest university traditionsis led by the faculty recipient of the Chancellor's Medal for Distinguished Service carrying the University mace. Chris McLaughlin | cmclaughlin@masslive.com, Rep. Jim McGovern to speak at UMass Amherst commencement, Julie Chen named new chancellor of UMass Lowell, UMass Amherst to run on 100% renewable energy by 2032, schools says in laying out $500 million project. Room N352, Amherst, MA 01003 . And I know its easy to just put things on autopilotto tune in when you need to vote, and tune out until the next election. Bockelman said the town will speak to UMass officials to apprise them of the worries. Over the past four years you have experienced many triumphsand too much trauma. All undergraduate seniors are invited to submit a speech proposal for consideration as the UMass Amherst Undergraduate Student Commencement Speaker for the Class of 2023. rebecca.white@umass.edu. Other plans include musical performances and some very special surprise guests you won't want to miss. Even though students will be in town for more warm-weather days, Blaguszewski said the hope is the universitys extensive efforts to keep the peace over the years will surmount any problems. They rolled up their sleeves and tried to help however they could. (WWLP)- The University of Massachusetts-Amherst has announced that U.S. Representative Jim McGovern has been invited to be the featured speaker at this year's 152nd. The 2020 Commencement Celebration is the culminating virtual event honoring the achievement of this year's graduating class and will be . So Im asking each of youall of younot to give up on democracy. We are all citizens of this world. And to those of you who got Cs and DsIm living proof that you, too, can one day be Members of the United States Congress. Piercing partisan division and a rigged economy that too often rewards wealth instead of work. Weve watched in horror at what is happening in Ukraine as people stand up for the right to make decisions about their own future. And you know what? color: black; Im grateful to be here not just as your commencement speaker, but as the husband of a UMass Amherst alumna who fell in love with this school, then fell in love with Massachusetts, and then, somehow, shockingly, fell in love with me. A separate Doctoral Hooding Ceremony will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Boston, MA 02125-3393 | Tel: 617.287.5000. But the decision by the Faculty Senate, causing the 2023 commencement to be nearly two weeks later than this year, could mean increased costs related to public safety, and potentially hurt local businesses, Town Manager Paul Bockelman said. I talked to new people, came up with new ideas, learned things about myself and about my community. But a while back, I actually got invited to give the keynote speech at the high school I graduated from in Worcester. UMass spokesman Edward Blaguszewski said academic reasons were paramount for having a new winter session and making the calendar adjustments. In a statement announcing McGovern as the speaker, UMass Amherst Chancellor Kumble Subbaswamy called the congressman "a champion for human rights, an influential legislator in the fight to. To step back, throw up your hands and say, not my problem. But if democracy just means leaving it to someone else, then our country is not going to work for you. Northampton, MA 01060 E-Mail: clowry@isenberg.umass.edu, Phone: 413-577-2409 . The UMass Amherst undergraduate commencement will take place May 13 at McGuirk Stadium. 23 Service Center Road, Christopher Huffaker can be reached at christopher.huffaker@globe.com. color: #881c1c; } Engineering graduate Ethan Williams of Leominster wears a mortarboard displaying his desire for completion as he sits among approximately 7,000 undergraduates who graduated Friday evening from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. CONGRESSMAN McGOVERN: Go UMass! Twice in recent history, the candidate who got fewer votes in the election became President of the United States. Bockelman said if the local business community had been consulted, the university would have heard that retail establishments will struggle to meet demand if multiple graduation ceremonies and alumni weekends are held at the same time. Chancellor Subbaswamy, thank you for that incredibly kind introduction. Chan School of Medicine, the Tan Chingfen Graduate School of Nursing and the Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences on Sunday, June 5 at noon, according to UMass. University of Massachusetts Lowell I want you to live a meaningful life, travel to interesting places, make new friends, fall in love and find your purpose. Greetings from the University Board of Trustees, the University president and the chancellor open the ceremony. For questions about the university's commencement event, contactcommencement@umass.edu. Progress doesnt come only in moments of victory or triumphit comes through the hard moments of disappointment and defeat, too. But heres the deal: its no longer safe to assume your right to vote will be around the next time you want to use it. Blaguszewski elaborated that research by the university found that student demand for a six-week winter session is high because it gives students the ability to catch up or stay on track for their degrees. University Commencement Friday, May 13, 2022 McGuirk Alumni Stadium, UMass Amherst 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m., rain or shine The University Commencement is UMass Amherst's official, large graduation ceremony. Im not talking about some pie-in-the-sky, cookie-cutter idea of democracynot just about winning or losing, or about something you learned about in political science class Im talking about giving everyone a seat at the table, and the power to demand a say in what kind of future they have. So to the class of 2022, here is my challenge to you: We face big problems. Its going to work for fewer and fewer people., Its going to work for those who are willing to rig the system to overturn elections, the congressman said. Share your graduation pics on social media . Restaurants cant simply add capacity and staff, and hotels cant add rooms. It is held outdoors, rain or shine, and includes graduates from all majors on campus. This celebration recognizes fall 2022, spring 2023 and summer 2023 graduates. I want you to know that Im honored to be in the presence of such an amazing group of students who earned your degrees during an unprecedented, once-in-a-century global pandemic. 311 0 obj <> endobj Grads, you must apply to graduate on WISER by March 10, 2023. Depending on your eligibility and filing date,the conferral date of your degree and the date stated on your diploma will be: December 2022 graduate and undergraduate students: December 31, 2022, May 2023 graduate and undergraduate students: May 31, 2023, August 2023 graduate and undergraduate students: August 31, 2023. What are you going to do for democracy? Commencement will be held at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, for undergraduates of the schools Francis College of Engineering, Kennedy College of Sciences and Zuckerburg College of Health Sciences, according to UMass Lowell. The lead up to the event will kick-off with the Commonwealth Honors College video on Thursday, May 7 at 6:30 pm. I promptly responded to emails and . Students are encouraged to wear their caps and gowns or their favorite UMass gear and to post photos and videos using #UMassTogether and #UMass2020. Isnt this a wonderful afternoon to be out here celebrating? I think thats just wrong. And we have politicians cynically spreading dangerous conspiracy theories, radicalizing people into believing lies while they fundraise off the hate and anger they create. 2, according to UMass. E-mail:UniversityEvents@umassmed.edu The lining of the hood represents the university by its colors; maroon and white signify the University of Massachusetts. My question to you now is, what are you going to do with it? /*-->*/. It added that of the over half-million UMass undergraduate and graduate alumni worldwide, that 330,000 live or continue to live in Massachusetts building their lives and careers, fueling the workforce, and transforming communities through service.. They were beaten, bloodied, and barely escaped with their lives because they demanded change. Even when its hard. Im asking you not to forget that part of living a meaningful life is about being part of a community. display: none; These are huge problems, but they are solvable problems. Remarks by Congressman Jim McGovern at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst's 2022 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony McGuirk Stadium. AMHERST U.S. I couldnt figure out a good way to start my speech. Its going to work for those who are willing to rig the system, or overturn elections. The core of it is the opportunity to help students to fulfill their requirements, Blaguszewski said. The long history of the world has shown us that democracy is worth it. SiteContact, to common UMass Amherst services and features, Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Research Assistants, Teaching Assistants & Independent Studies, Professional Organizations and Career Development. The public university systems flagship campus, UMass Amherst, will host its Commencement and senior recognition ceremonies for the schools 9,000-member Class of 2022 during the second full weekend of May, according the UMass in a release. hbbd```b``f3@$dUuA$S)mfk % LJIG0 Vf_ Diplomas will be mailed at a later date. McGovern, who represents the 2nd district of Massachusetts, has served as the Chairman of the House Rules Committee since 2019. Just like all of us, they contain within themselves the possibility to self-correct, and to self-destruct. When you fail, you learn from what happened, get back up, and try again. The academic regalia worn by students and faculty originated at universities in the Middle Ages. What are you going to do for democracy?. He played an important role in securing direct funding for UMass and our students through three COVID-19 relief bills during the pandemic. Sometimes, it feels like ignorance and lies are winning out over wisdom and truth. After that, they got back up and did it again a few weeks later, and they forced Congress to finally pass the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Its going to work for fewer and fewer people. Chancellor Kumble Subbaswamy invites graduating seniors of the University of Massachusetts Amherst and their families and friends to an online celebration of the Class of 2020 on Friday, May 8 at 4:30 pm. font-size: .9em; AMHERST, Mass. At Umass: Isenberg School of Management, 121 Presidents drive . Click here for the 2022 UMass Chan School of Medicine Commencement Ceremony - June 5, 2022 University Events Commencement The 50th Annual Commencement Exercises for the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School will be held on campus on Sunday, June 4, 2023 . In recent years, graduations at Smith, Mount Holyoke, Hampshire and Amherst colleges have been held in the two weeks after the UMass commencement. When implemented, the earlier commencement was viewed as beneficial to graduating seniors, who could start their careers, as well as to students competing for summer work. We are excited to celebrate with our recent graduates! Congressman Jim McGovern, who represents the 2ndDistrict of Massachusetts, will be the featured speaker at theUMass Amherst undergraduate commencement ceremonyon May 13 at McGuirk Alumni Stadium. McGovern was one of the last people who evacuated the U.S. House during the Jan. 6 capitol insurrection. The following graduates are welcome to join us in all 2023 commencement related activities: September 2022, February 2023, and May 2023 Thursday, May 25, 2023 Isenberg Oath Ceremony (for MBA) Check-in: 5:00-5:30 p.m.* Program Start: 5:30 p.m.* UMass. All three ceremonies will be streamed live online from the Tsongas Center starting 30 minutes before each Commencement, UMass said. After all, too often and for too many in this country, change has come either not at all, or not soon enough. Commencement at the UMass Chan Medical School is characterized by traditional ceremonial splendor. When: May 13, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am. I think when I got my diploma, it said magna-cum-lousy. The ceremony culminates with the awarding of academic degrees. The change in commencement at UMass could mean a significant negative impact that will lead to frustration for parents and friends of graduates, Amherst Business Improvement District Executive Director Gabrielle Gould said. And Ill be the first to tell you, Im a lifelong Democrat, and Im proud of it. Chancellor Kumble Subbaswamy invites graduating seniors of the University of Massachusetts Amherst and their families and friends to an online celebration of the Class of 2020 on Friday, May 8 at 4:30 pm. Doctoral, masters and intercampus program graduates will celebrate their Commencement on May 13 starting at 9 a.m., according to UMass. You are encouraged to attend both the doctoral hooding ceremony and the graduate commencement ceremony, as you are invited to participate in both! He knew that for all its shortcomings, democracy is the best way to solve big problems, defend human dignity, and make a difference. w01x1`| 6Ci.4ff`X 7ie D 1k During the fifteen-minute streaming video celebration, Chancellor Subbaswamy will lead us through a tribute that honors the graduating class. Thats what we saw on January 6th. Building on the successful collaborations weve had in recent years with our many on-campus and off-campus partners in Amherst, we anticipate working together to address any concerns about student behavior, Blaguszewski said. So Im asking each of youall of younot to give up on democracy.. According to the Faculty Senate, the new winter session, starting Dec. 21 this year and running until Feb. 3, 2023, will enable students to take for-credit courses outside of the traditional fall and spring semesters providing increased learning opportunities, decreased time to graduation and lighter Fall/Spring semester loads.. These are not imaginary problems. Im someone who grew up in a family that wasnt involved in politics. Under the adopted calendar, the spring semester would start Feb. 6 and run until May 25, with commencement weekend happening May 26 to May 28, 2023. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. And Blaguszewski said that the expanded winter session, and the nicer weather later in the spring, should mean more students patronizing local businesses and enhancing their economic impact. Climate change, intergenerational poverty, systemic racism, hunger, war. I dont think they thought it was as funny as I did. Graduation. And I know democracy might seem like it cant solve these problems. A group of University of Massachusetts Amherst graduates toss their caps in the air to celebrate at the commencement on Friday, May 14, 2021. Congressman Jim McGovern, who represents the 2ndDistrict of Massachusetts, will be the featured speaker at the, UMass Amherst undergraduate commencement ceremony, Greenfield Company Rebrands, Expands as NE-XT Technologies, West of the River Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Wood-n-Tap to West Springfield, Opportunity to Help Teens Build A Prom Ends Tomorrow, MDRT Foundation Awards Grant to Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts, LEDC Provides Grants, and Much More, to Small Businesses. That came six years to the day after a similar event at the same location, where 50 arrests were made, six students were injured and responders were struck by mudballs thrown from a co-ed mud wrestling pit. I cared about the issues, I cared about fighting for people, but a majority of voters picked someone else. From getting answers from government agencies to cutting through red tape to get you results, my office is here to help. Quality vision care. I was there that day, when a violent mob attacked the Capitol because they didnt like losingand because they had been fed lies about the election being stolen. Gere & Sons, Inc. Part of the Newspapers of New England family: Editorial:Passing the torch at the Amherst Survival Center, When Charlie met Joanie: South Hadley couple celebrates platinum anniversary at Soldiers Home, Feeling helpless at the helpline: UMass student operators faced barriers assisting others with financial aid, Amherst College alum played key role in Ultimate Frisbeesrise on the world stage, Police called on black UMass employee walking to work, Brothers keeping it simple with Deerfield diner, Guest columnist Jeff Lee: Amherst and Hadley far apart in property tax burden. On the morning of Friday, May 8, schools and colleges will release video tributes honoring their students and will celebrate their graduates on social media. It was an attack on the basic idea that if you lose, you give up power peacefullyyou dont stage a violent attack because you didnt like the results. 1739 South East Street, Amherst, MA 01002 . Information will be available on school and college websites. UMass Amherst 2022 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony 721 views Jun 10, 2022 UMass Amherst, the flagship campus of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is the largest public research. .faculty-hiring-btn:hover { Approximately 7,000 graduates are expected to receive their degrees at McGuirk Alumni Stadium on the UMass Amherst campus. For questions about the CICS SR Celebration event, contact commencement@cics.umass.edu. It was an awful day. UMass said that more than 82% of the 55,000 undergraduates students in the UMass system are Massachusetts residents. 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