display: inline-block; UMass Amherst, the flagship campus of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, is the largest public research university in New England, distinguished by the excellence and breadth of its academic, research and community programs. 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. Students are encouraged to wear their caps and gowns or their favorite UMass gear and to post photos and videos using #UMassTogether and #UMass2020. The UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester will celebrate the 263-member Class of 2022 from the T.H. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. 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. It is held outdoors, rain or shine, and includes graduates from all majors on campus. And you know what? Questions or comments about upcoming events? Candidates for doctoral and masters degrees, certificates of advanced graduate study (CAGS and EDS), and post-masters certificates will be invited to participate in this program with the chancellor, deans and faculty. I worked hard, but As and Bs eluded me. 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. I'm so proud of you all! The border of the hood represents the academic discipline in which the degree is earned: apricot for nursing, blue for philosophy and green for medicine. 2, according to UMass. Guests should plan to arrive on campus by that time and will be directed to free campus parking and to shuttle buses that will take them from parking lots to the stadium. Amherst, Massachusetts, United States . rebecca.white@umass.edu. We are excited to celebrate with our recent graduates! 334 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<489E20B50003904E9E415C8518550C52>]/Index[311 39]/Info 310 0 R/Length 112/Prev 178200/Root 312 0 R/Size 350/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream 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. Education: Isenberg School of Management - University of Massachusetts, Amherst Master of Business Administration, May 2001 o David Gaunt Scholar But at the same timeIm asking you not to forget that part of living a meaningful life is about being part of a community. And Im asking you to believe in democracy, because I believe. The current 3-week winter session was seen as too condensed for student learning and not as pedagogically sound. More details will be released during the Spring 2023 semester. Its not easy work. 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 And giving back to that community, McGovern said. I dont think they thought it was as funny as I did. These are huge problems, but they are solvable problems. Quality vision care. And in a democracy, the power of the people will always be stronger than the people in power. } Amherst regional schools budget limit could cut 15 positions, 14staff positions in jeopardy at Amhersts 3 elementary schools, Amherst readies to send designs for new school to state, Amherst School Committee postpones moving sixth graders to middle school until at least 2025, Psst, check out this hidden Amherst bar: The Archives is quietly making a name for itself, New nightclub in the works in downtown Amherst, Could junior high, high school merge? A group of University of Massachusetts Amherst graduates toss their caps in the air to celebrate at the commencement on Friday, May 14, 2021. And two years later, I won. Opposes oppressionor bans books. The presentation of honorary degrees to "persons of great accomplishment and high ethical standards who exemplify the ideals of the University of Massachusetts" sets the stage for the Commencement address. Grads, you must apply to graduate on WISER by March 10, 2023. No tickets are required for those who wish to attend UMass Amhersts Commencement ceremonies and there is no limit on the number of guests a graduate can invite, according to the school. Commencement at the UMass Chan Medical School is characterized by traditional ceremonial splendor. The earlier commencement has also been welcomed by public safety officials, in part because it means fewer warm weather weekends suitable for large gatherings and neighborhood disturbances. So Im asking each of youall of younot to give up on democracy. I cared about the issues, I cared about fighting for people, but a majority of voters picked someone else. I talked to new people, came up with new ideas, learned things about myself and about my community. 23 Service Center Road, McGovern, a Democrat who represents Amherst as part of the Massachusetts Second District, spoke to about 7,000 graduating students and 20,000 guests at McGuirk Alumni Stadium, according to a news release from the university. 311 0 obj <> endobj But our democracy has been so chipped away at and distorted that the makeup of our government no longer reflects the majority of people. Remarks by Congressman Jim McGovern at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst's 2022 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony McGuirk Stadium. 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. Speakers, Honorary Degrees, and Faculty & Student Awards. Weve watched in horror at what is happening in Ukraine as people stand up for the right to make decisions about their own future. The idyllic college town of Amherst is home to hiking, biking, museums, music, theater, history, food, farms and much more. I still believeeven though, like you I can see that democracy is in crisis. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Copyright 2018 | BusinessWest | Website Developed by: U.S. When: May 13, 2022 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am. To your family and friendsyour parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, everybodyI want to congratulate all of you, too. Northampton, MA 01060 Read More, 2023 University of Massachusetts Boston, 100 William T. Morrissey Blvd. There will be two ceremonies: one for candidates of undergraduate degrees and one for candidates of graduate degrees on May 27th. 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. Its going to work for fewer and fewer people. After all, too often and for too many in this country, change has come either not at all, or not soon enough. So as I got up to the podium and looked out at all my old teachers, I just said, surprise!. Losing forces people and political parties to change and grow. 21st Century Leader Awards Next spring, college graduations would be spread over two weekends, with Smith, Mount Holyoke and Hampshire college commencements taking place on May 21, followed the next weekend by UMass and Amherst College. And Ill be the first to tell you, Im a lifelong Democrat, and Im proud of it. Now I have a confession to make. The lining of the hood represents the university by its colors; maroon and white signify the University of Massachusetts. We are living through dangerous times. When you fail, you learn from what happened, get back up, and try again. That doesnt have to mean taking on the biggest challenges. Both events will also be live-streamed for those unable to attend or who wish to celebrate from a distance, UMass added. I wont tell you what to believebut I will tell you that you have been given an incredible gifta world class education. margin-right: 20px; Follow him on Twitter @huffakingit. Honorary degrees were conferred to scientist and entrepreneur Jerome Paros, South African democracy activist Albie Sachs and former UMass Amherst chancellor Marcellette G. Williams. With hotels fully booked and reservations sold out at restaurants for several weekends, Gould said she worries that this will mean graduations all concentrated in a shorter time frame. They crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge on a chilly Sunday morning when a group of Alabama state troopers attacked them. endstream endobj startxref Katie Couric, award-winning journalist and trailblazing advocate and fundraiser for cancer research and care, will deliver the Commencement address. The lead up to the event will kick-off with the Commonwealth Honors College video on Thursday, May 7 at 6:30 pm. 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. We are all citizens of this world. I couldnt figure out a good way to start my speech. Even when you lose, and you want to throw up your hands and screamtrust me, Ive been there. The undergraduate commencement ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. 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. Phone: 413-584-5000. The secret to increased productivity at work? Information will be available on school and college websites. 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. Democracy is a processa way of solving problems to create a more just, inclusive, peaceful, prosperous, free and fair future. Thats how the system is supposed to work. Over the past four years you have experienced many triumphsand too much trauma. I was born when segregation was the law of the land and abortion was still illegal in many places. At both ceremonies, graduates will have their names called and receive diploma covers. And in that lesson, we learned more about politics than any degree could have taughtno offense to the political science department. 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. Commencement will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 14, for undergraduates from the schools College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences as well as its Manning School of Business, UMass Lowell added. Its going to take courage, grit, and imagination to solve these problems. Its gut-wrenching. Congressman McGovern has been a champion for human rights, an influential legislator in the fight to end food insecurity in America, and a tireless advocate for the people of Massachusetts, said UMass Amherst Chancellor Kumble Subbaswamy. UMass Boston is fortunate to have such an impressive list of recipients which include government officials, journalists, authors, artists, and athletes. And guess whatmost Americans agree with us. hbbd```b``f3@$dUuA$S)mfk % LJIG0 Vf_ Chancellor Subbaswamy, thank you for that incredibly kind introduction. 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. And we have politicians cynically spreading dangerous conspiracy theories, radicalizing people into believing lies while they fundraise off the hate and anger they create. In recent years, graduations at Smith, Mount Holyoke, Hampshire and Amherst colleges have been held in the two weeks after the UMass commencement. 349 0 obj <>stream So I know exactly how proud you are today, and I also know that no matter how many degrees your kids earn, youll always be smarter. I came face to face with the people who were breaking down the glass doors to hurt us and prevent the certification of a free and fair election. Faculty Recruiting Support CICS Im asking you not to forget that part of living a meaningful life is about being part of a community. And not just halfway around the world, but halfway down the block. Event Website. We all know that wasn't easy, but the fact that each of you endured and persisted simply makes your accomplishment all the more inspiring. } Candidates for honorary degrees shall be persons of great accomplishment and high ethical standards who exemplify the ideals of the University of Massachusetts Boston. CONGRESSMAN McGOVERN: Go UMass! }Customer Service. The graduation ceremony for the undergraduate Class of 2022 is the 152ndUMass Amherst Commencement. 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.* Isnt this a wonderful afternoon to be out here celebrating? What are you going to do for democracy? STAFF PHOTO/KEVIN GUTTING color: black; It will be tempting to let someone else do the work. Top 25 small employers in Massachusetts for 2022 In the presence of royalty, Celtics' Jayson Tatum holds court with 49 points to beat the Heat Christine McVie, soulful Fleetwood Mac singer and. And most importantly, to the class of 2022congratulations on reaching this milestone, and on a job well done! 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. Im so proud of you all! Twice in recent history, the candidate who got fewer votes in the election became President of the United States. It was an awful day. When you lose an election, it doesnt just hurtit aches. Copyright 2021 by H.S. Graduation. /*-->*/. 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.. 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. I tell you these things because I want you to believe deep down in your bones, like I do, that everything worth fighting for in this country happened because everyday people stood up for what they believed in. The graduation ceremony for the undergraduate Class of 2022 is the 152nd UMass Amherst Commencement. This celebration recognizes fall 2022, spring 2023 and summer 2023 graduates. The ceremony will be held rain or shine beginning at 4:30 p.m. and is scheduled to conclude at approximately 6:30 p.m. Search for "umasspbs" in your Instagram story and customize your graduation pics with funny icons from PBS! CNS Commencement takes place from 9:00-11:00AM in Mullins Center. Approximately 7,000 graduates are expected to receive their degrees at McGuirk Alumni Stadium on the UMass Amherst campus. I was one of the last people out of the House of Representatives as we evacuated. Amherst, Massachusetts, May 13, 2022 Tags: Education , Local Issues AS PREPARED FOR DELIVERY CONGRESSMAN McGOVERN: Go UMass! This ceremony will take place at the University of Massachusetts Boston, Campus Center Lawn, 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125. Approximately 7,000 graduates are expected to receive their degrees at McGuirk Alumni Stadium on the UMass Amherst campus. 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.. I was a bad student, especially in high school. 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. For restaurants and hotels, in particular, the UMass commencement in early May has meant that families dont have to compete with graduations taking place at the other area colleges later in the month. Im not here to tell you that everything will be all sunshine and rainbows if we believe in democracy. Tania Semaan, leader of a global investment firm as well as co-founder and director of the Semaan Foundation, established by her late husband, Maroun Semaan, to provide philanthropic support to the fields of education, health care and social welfare; Luke ONeill, PhD, chair and professor of biochemistry and immunology at Trinity College Dublin and a leading public health voice in Ireland; and Couric will receive honorary degrees as accomplishments of the Classes of 2023 are celebrated. I want you to live a meaningful life, travel to interesting places, make new friends, fall in love and find your purpose. Beginning in 2010, and in normal years not affected by the pandemic, UMass undergraduate commencement has been in early to mid-May, and since 2011 the main ceremony has been on Friday afternoons. Doctoral, masters and intercampus program graduates will celebrate their Commencement on May 13 starting at 9 a.m., according to UMass. Graduates, give another round of applause to your family and friends. The 2020 Commencement Celebration is the culminating virtual event honoring the achievement of this year's graduating class and will be . The 2023 Commencement Ceremony will take place on the campus green in front of the Lazare Research Building, with more than 300 students from the T.H. They were beaten, bloodied, and barely escaped with their lives because they demanded change. I came to appreciate that politics is about addition and not subtraction. w01x1`| 6Ci.4ff`X 7ie D 1k AMHERST The University of Massachusetts is pushing back its commencement ceremony to late May beginning next year, the result of a revised academic calendar that features a new six-week winter session. AMHERST U.S. UMass spokesman Edward Blaguszewski said academic reasons were paramount for having a new winter session and making the calendar adjustments. Bockelman said the town will speak to UMass officials to apprise them of the worries. 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. 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. The choices you make in the coming days, weeks, and months will decide if we are a country that demands truthor fears power. The answer is more democracy, not less. Like evil and hate are winning out over love and kindness. Let me give you an example. And giving back to that community. The undergraduate Commencement will be held on Friday, May 27, at 9:30 a.m., while the graduate Commencement will be held the same day, but later at 3 p.m. both at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center at 415 Summer St. in the city, according to UMass. 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. Representative Jim McGovern called on graduates not to give up on democracy at the UMass Amherst graduation ceremony Friday. Submission Deadline: March 1, 2023 at midnight. But a while back, I actually got invited to give the keynote speech at the high school I graduated from in Worcester. Other plans include musical performances and some very special surprise guests you won't want to miss. This ceremony will take place at the University of Massachusetts Boston, Campus Center Lawn, 100 Morrissey Boulevard, Boston, MA 02125. Oct 2021 - Sep 2022 1 year. Yet they believed in the power of community. Where: McGuirk Alumni Stadium, UMass Amherst. This simply from an economic standpoint makes zero (sense).. Democracies are resilient, but they are also fragile. He knew that for all its shortcomings, democracy is the best way to solve big problems, defend human dignity, and make a difference. Services are available for guests with limited mobility and other disabilities. U.S. 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.
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