Fraud Alert for International Students

Some UMass international students have reported receiving phone calls that spoof UMPD’s number, with the caller impersonating either UMPD or other government officials. They know where you are from, and may speak to you in your home language. One student …

By Carol Sharick
Carol Sharick Exec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
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How to Work in the UK as an International Student

Students from around the world go to the United Kingdom (UK) to study at its top-tier universities. Many international students also take part in internships or other work opportunities as part of their studies to gain real-world career experience before …

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Unemployment Benefits for Green Card Holders: Who Qualifies and What to Know

Losing a job is stressful. For immigrants, it can also raise serious questions about status and future plans. The good news is that unemployment benefits for green card holders are often available, as long as you meet state eligibility rules.

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Women Driving Change in STEM

Pictured left Carla Harris/ MARLA AUFMUTH/GETTY IMAGES and Thasunda Brown Duckett/PARAS GRIFFIN/GETTY IMAGES

In boardrooms and business units across finance and STEM, a distinct leadership style is rising—one marked by empathy, innovation and built-in mentorship, especially toward underrepresented groups. Two …

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UMass Amherst Get Hired 2026! Career Fair April 1

Are you still looking for a job or an internship? 60+ employers have registered to attend today’s Get Hired! career fair, Wednesday, April 1 from 12:00-4:00 pm in the Campus Center lower level.

40 of the employers attending are open …

By Carol Sharick
Carol Sharick Exec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
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Work in the SBS Pathways Center next year!

We’re hiring, and we’re looking for SBS majors like you to join our team for the fall and spring. These jobs are posted in Handshake. Click the links below for more information about the positions. Come join our SBS Pathways …

By Carol Sharick
Carol Sharick Exec. Director of Career and Professional Development, SBS
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Why First Gen Women of Color Need Rest

Rest is a vital, revolutionary act for Latinas, women of color, and children of immigrants. In this episode, I explain why you might be resistant to rest and how you can start a rest and self-care practice that will actually …

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All About the Campus Food Pantry

New to the University of Massachusetts community this year, the Campus Pantry has been a life changing addition to the resources that the university provides. While being a student is already a huge time commitment, many have to also balance …

By Emilio Moore
Emilio Moore
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Worcester Common

I lived in Knowlton Residential during my freshman semester at UMass. It was situated in a nice location, not far from my classes, right by the bus stop, and just a couple of steps from Worcester Dining. UMass constantly boasts …

By Jenilyn Dang
Jenilyn Dang
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Studying Abroad in Florence: Balancing Classes and Travel

One of the best decisions I’ve made in my time at UMass was to study abroad. During the spring semester of my junior year, I studied in Florence, Italy at Istituto Lorenzo de’ Medici (LdM) through API. I knew I …

By Anna Fortier
Anna Fortier
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