I'm pleased to see GBH News highlight the appointment of Chancellor-elect Dr. David McManus as the next Chancellor of
UMass Chan Medical School.

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Massachusetts families are looking for a college education that is both high-quality & within reach. Our UMass campuses are delivering on that, expanding access, driving groundbreaking research & preparing students for careers that power our economy.

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UMass Amherst Receives $1.5 Million Gift from Estate of Late Classics Lecturer Caroline Hill Horvitz to Endow Professorship in Her Honor | UMass Amherst Jeffrey Horvitz, father of Caroline H. Horovitz and executor of her estate, has pledged $1.5 million to establish the Caroline H. Horvitz Professorship in Mediterranean Archaeology in the College of H...

We're honored to share a powerful legacy moment for UMass Amherst: a $1.5 million estate gift to establish the Caroline H. Horvitz Professorship in Mediterranean Archaeology. @umassamherst.bsky.social

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UMass Amherst Receives $1.5 Million Gift from Estate of Late Classics Lecturer Caroline Hill Horvitz to Endow Professorship in Her Honor | UMass Amherst Jeffrey Horvitz, father of Caroline H. Horovitz and executor of her estate, has pledged $1.5 million to establish the Caroline H. Horvitz Professorship in Mediterranean Archaeology in the College of H...

I'm proud to share that UMass Amherst has received a $1.5M gift from the estate of Caroline Hill Horvitz to endow a professorship in her honor—strengthening the humanities, supporting exceptional faculty, and expanding student opportunity. @umassamherst.bsky.social

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As President Marty Meehan noted, Chancellor-elect Dr. McManus' collaborative leadership & impact across clinical care & research make him the right person to guide UMass Chan through a time of transformation in medicine & education. (3/3) @martymeehan.bsky.social

Chancellor-elect Dr. McManus has helped shape the institution from within—advancing groundbreaking research, leading innovation in digital health and AI, and training the next generation of physicians and scientists. Now, he becomes the first alumnus to lead UMass Chan. (2/3)

Dr. David D. McManus ’02MD, ’12ScM appointed chancellor of UMass Chan Medical School BOSTON – Dr. David D. McManus, MD, ScM, EMBA, FACP, FAHA, FHRS, a UMass Chan alumnus, renowned clinical and research cardiologist and expert in digital medicine, who has served as the Richard M. Haida...

A proud alumnus. A dedicated physician-researcher. A proven leader. Dr. David McManus has been named the next chancellor of UMass Chan Medical School. (1/3) @umasschan.bsky.social

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UMass Chan Medical School Chancellor-elect Dr. David McManus

I'm very proud to announce that Dr. David McManus will be the next chancellor of UMass Chan Medical School. Chancellor-elect Dr. McManus is the right leader to guide UMass Chan Medical School into the future. (1/6) @umasschan.bsky.social

Research is the engine of the Massachusetts economy Earlier this week, the UMass Donahue Institute released an insightful new report on the Commonwealth’s Research & Development (R&D) ecosystem, and its impact on the broader Massachusetts economy that ...

At a time when the future of federal research funding is uncertain, a new report from UMass Donahue Institute makes clear what’s at stake if we fail to act. In my latest article, I highlight key findings from the report on Massachusetts’ R&D ecosystem: www.linkedin.com/pulse/resear...

Lowell Bicentennial: A Lowellian of Substance — Edith Nourse Rogers First Massachusetts woman elected to Congress won husband’s post after he died.

This Women's History Month, I was honored to help UMass Lowell Professor Robert Forrant recognize Edith Nourse Rogers, a trailblazer from Lowell and the first woman elected to Congress from Massachusetts, whose legacy continues to shape our nation.

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It’s One of the Hottest Tables in America—and It’s a College Dining Hall UMass Amherst ranks No. 1 in the U.S. for campus food. To locals, it’s the No. 1 buffet in town.

What if one of the hottest dining experiences in America wasn't a restaurant? It's on campus at UMass Amherst. Featured in The Wall Street Journal, UMass Amherst dining continues to set the standard--ranked No. 1 in the country for nine consecutive years.

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UMass Innovates AI is everywhere and constantly evolving. This year, we’re excited to go beyond the buzzword and highlight practical, evidence-based approaches that enrich teaching and learning, and advance research.Register NowDate & Location Information:Tuesday, April 7, 20269:00 am - 3:00 pm, Doors open at 8:30…

AI is everywhere, but how can it improve teaching, learning, and research? We invite you to attend UMass Innovates on April 7 at UMass Boston for a conversation on how AI and emerging technologies are transforming higher education.

Secure your spot: https://www.massachusetts.edu/UMass-Innovates

Reflecting on 2025 Dear members of the UMass community, As we mark the end of another semester and another calendar year, there is plenty to be proud of at the University of Massachusetts. While we faced many challenges...

As we welcome 2026, I’m grateful to reflect on the remarkable milestones our UMass community achieved — and there’s so much to celebrate. The future ahead for UMass is bright & I’m excited to see what the UMass community will accomplish together in 2026!

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Wishing everyone a safe and joyful #NewYear filled with new opportunities, meaningful moments, and unforgettable memories. #HappyNewYear

From groundbreaking research & industry partnerships to student achievements & campus milestones, 2025 was a year of momentum for UMass Lowell. Together, our River Hawk community continued to drive innovation, expand opportunity & make a meaningful impact in Lowell & beyond.

To all members of the UMass community, I'm deeply grateful to you for your many contributions to our university throughout the year. Your hard work and dedication is what makes UMass the special place that it is. I wish you a wonderful holiday season and a bright New Year!

Watch: 2025 year in review at UMass Chan In 2025, UMass Chan dedicated the Paul J. DiMare Center, made national headlines and celebrated families who are transforming the world of rare diseases.

In 2025, UMass Chan Medical School dedicated the Paul J. DiMare Center, made national headlines and celebrated families who are transforming the world of rare diseases: direc.to/oggE

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Warmest wishes to our UMass community as we wrap up another remarkable year! ⭐️ No matter how you celebrate, we hope this season brings you joy, rest, and meaningful moments with the people who matter most.

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Take a look back through the top stories that defined 2025 at UMass Chan Medical School.

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UMass showed up in force at the 2025 Massachusetts Conference for Women in Boston! We were grateful to be a sponsor at this year’s event. To the remarkable women who work across UMass — THANK YOU for your leadership, passion, perspective & heart. You make UMass better.

President's Report - Fall 2025 Strength in our Community: UMass Leads Through Challenge and Change As we are more than halfway through our Fall semester, I want to extend my sincere appreciation to our students, faculty, and staff ...

As we are more than halfway through our Fall semester, I’m pleased to share my latest quarterly report — a look at the resiliency of our community across the five UMass campuses and the challenges we’re navigating together.

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Graphic says Advancing science together Applications open for Biomedical Sciences PhD program

Join a collaborative home of Nobel Prize-winning biomedical research. Advance discoveries of the treatment and prevention of diseases. The Morningside Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is accepting applications for the Biomedical Sciences PhD program: direc.to/nEHU

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The UMass panel included testimony from President Meehan, UMass Chan Chancellor Michael Collins, UMass Amherst Professor Bethany Bradley, UMass Boston Provost Joe Berger, UMass Dartmouth Professor Steve Cadrin and UMass Lowell Professor Neil Shortland. (4/4)

According to a report released by the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce last week, the Massachusetts "Eds and Meds" sector generates $156 billion in economic research every year and supports 856,000 jobs in Massachusetts, or roughly one in five. (3/4)

The DRIVE Act would provide bridge funding to Massachusetts research universities and hospitals that have been impacted by federal funding cuts in order to maintain the state's economic competitiveness in key fields. (2./4)

Last week, President Meehan, Chancellor Collins, and researchers from across the UMass system joined with a broad coalition of advocates to testify in support of Governor Healey's DRIVE Act. (1/4)

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UMass Boston Secures $3.8M for Collaborative Expanding Quantum Hardware Development, Commercialization MassTech Builds on its Support of UMass Boston, Western New England University-led Initiative

At UMass, we’ve worked hard to build a research enterprise that not only advances knowledge but also strengthens our economy. UMass Boston's new collaboration represents an exciting step forward in the development of quantum computing: www.umb.edu/news/recent-...

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UMass Chan to host Ugandan scholars for gene and cell therapy trainings for HIV cure Jennifer E. Adair, PhD, received a $1.27 million National Institutes of Health Fogarty International Center Global Infectious Disease research grant.

Jennifer E. Adair, PhD, will use a $1.27M National Institutes of Health Fogarty International Center Global Infectious Disease research grant to expand the global cell and gene therapy network and build capacity for an international response to the HIV epidemic: direc.to/nH78

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HBCUs for $2,000, Ken!💡 UMass showed up on Jeopardy! last night — think you could have gotten the answer? 🎓 @jeopardyofficial.bsky.social

UMass Chan to lead $4M national scientific instrument cyberinfrastructure project Caterina Strambio De Castillia, PhD, received a four-year, $4 million National Science Foundation grant to support her project, Imaging-PHD.

UMass Chan Medical School is the central hub for Imaging-PHD, a program aimed at providing more transparent and reusable science by creating standardized records of research equipment: direc.to/nKvu

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