A summary of the most important U.S. immigration news from the past few weeks, updated weekly. This roundup highlights policy changes, USCIS updates, court rulings, and other developments that may affect immigrants and their …
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By Koni Denham
Koni DenhamDirector of Student Success & Dir. of First Year Seminars - SBS
Are you exploring or have you been hired for unpaid or underpaid internship for the Fall 2026 semester? Don’t let that stop you from engaging in that important and exciting professional development opportunity. SBS is offering scholarship awards to help …
By Koni Denham
Koni DenhamDirector of Student Success & Dir. of First Year Seminars - SBS
Join us on Friday, September 4, 2026 from 1:00-3:00pm on the Thompson lawn, and “Come Home to your College”. Come connect with your fellow SBS community! Enjoy some ice cream and lemonade while playing yard games with your SBS staff, …
By Carol Sharick
Carol SharickExec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
Have you considered a career in public service? Are you interested in learning more about leadership? Do you want to gain hands-on experience, expand your professional network, and jump-start your career? Apply now to join UMass Women into Leadership (UWiL)!
The Propel program of the UMass Office of Undergraduate Research (OURS) has opened the applications for fall semester research assistantships. Sunday, August 23rd is the deadline to apply for this cycle of opportunities. Listed below are a variety of research …
By Carol Sharick
Carol SharickExec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
Updated April 2026 | Originally published July 2022
International students are among the most targeted groups for scams in the United States. Being new to a country, unfamiliar with how its government and institutions communicate, and under pressure to maintain visa …
For many years, grades have been treated as the main indicator of academic success. High GPAs, strong test scores, and advanced coursework remain important in college admissions. However, colleges and employers now look beyond academic performance when evaluating a student’s …
By Martina Merashi
Martina MerashiBeyond Grades: Skills Colleges and Employers Both Value
The “easy apply” function on job search sites like LinkedIn, Indeed, ZipRecruiter, and Handshake is a feature designed to streamline the job application process. It allows candidates to apply for jobs quickly, often with just a few clicks, without the …