I know we have the day off, but are the buildings gonna be closed as well (ie, ilc, south college, student union)

I've been getting into urbex and heard about this. All I know is it's somewhere in or under the basement below LL. Does anyone know anything about it?

I've also heard about other bunkers around campus, haven't looked for them yet though.

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I've heard good things about the quality and this is a pretty good price for the quantity and the convenience of not cooking for a crowd. I have heard it sells out pretty quickly though so don't delay if you want to order.

I'm trying to use the common room tv to play a movie but just cannot figure it out. I have an HP computer and I'm trying to connect it to the TV so I can play a movie from there onto the TV, I've only been able to get as far as attaching the HDMI cable. Any instructions would be appreciated, thanks!

I am looking to start taking Bio 200-300 level electives next Spring, and am trying to pick between professors.

I see a lot have questionable reviews, though have heard good things about Akiko Okusu and Caleb Rounds.

Do you have a favorite bio professor? Or bio elective?

Thank you in advance!

Hi! I’ll be a first year grad student in Astronomy starting Fall 2025. I’m coming from Madison, WI, and I’m looking for roommates for next year. The catch is, my main hobby is drumming. So, I’m looking to rent a house with a few other folks where I can keep and use my kit. If you’re a musician (or anyone!) interested in renting together, please comment below or reach out.

I’m also wondering if UMass/the Amherst area has a centralized DIY music community. Here in Madison, we’ve got a discord that all the local bands and musicians are a part of that helps us connect, find people to play with, and can even help find housing. Is there some equivalent at UMass? Any other tips or advice on finding folks to jam with around UMass?

I’ve been experimenting and ordering from random places to get a roster going but most have been misses.

Yes, I have looked at the academic calendar but it makes no sense and doesn’t specify when it starts.

Does it start on “Last day of classes”? “Last day of examinations/semester ends”?

It was after 10PM when it happened, I heard glass smashing while sitting 5 feet or less away from it, right next to the wall of the bathroom and where it happened. It wasn't that loud, and I thought it was just another Friday night, it's normal to see several cans of alcohol laying on the stairways and bathrooms (including tonight), and puddles of booze or vomit aren't out of the ordinary.

At 1:52, a cop knocked on my door and I was scared as shit, I thought I was in big trouble. No, they just asked me about the glass smashing. Later my RD said it was after 10PM and not between 12-1 like I said (I actually forgot the exact time it happened), and asked why I didn't report it.

It's very easy to get desensitized to all the rowdiness in Southwest but you really should report anything suspicious.

I go to a vocational school where shop is weighted as 5 classes and the teacher always gives low grades so it drags my gpa down from 3.9 to 3.6 because it's like having 5 80's

I know umass recalculates gpa so they'll see it anyway but is this worth mentioning in additional info?

How bad is it? With Hans meltzen

let's say i am trying to switch residence halls, i know if we do that, we have to have our stuff moved out but when do the housing application begins for spring 2025?

I am filing an academic grievance with this professor over unclear, unreasonable grading practices, and i encourage anyone that is dealing with her to do the same. I have no faith that UMass will consider my grievance, but if there are multiple grievances perhaps it would make a difference. This professor is sincerely punitive and unreasonable in her grading and its so fucking unfair UMass can just let her just ruin students' academic trajectories wantonly.

https://www.ratemyprofessors.com/professor/756689

Hi everyone

I’m heading to UMass Amherst for an exchange semester this spring, and I have a couple of questions about campus life!

First, I’d love to play some soccer while I’m there, but I’m wondering how club sports work. Is it possible to join a soccer club just for fun, or are most teams super competitive? I’m not looking to play only in the first team or not at all—are there any more casual teams or “B” teams?

Also, I’ve noticed that most shared housing listings seem to be for girls only, and as a guy, it’s been tough to find something. Is it typical for Shared flats in the U.S. to be separated by gender? Would love any tips or advice on this.

Thanks in advance, looking forward to experiencing UMass!

How difficult are these? Do you just sit and listen, or is there homework, projects, assignments? Does this depend on the professor? Lmk.

I've always heard such positive things about the MS in Computer Science program at UMass Amherst, so when I was admitted and confirmed my spot, I was genuinely excited. Recently, though, I've come across some mixed reviews, with some people suggesting that the program accepts 'just anyone' and primarily exists to support the PhD program financially. I’d really appreciate some honest feedback from current students or alumni who have been through it. Is this true? How was your experience? Did you find the program valuable and worthwhile? And has it been helpful in your career? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!

There aren’t too many reviews on her on RMP.

Why??

this profs rmp is horrible... why? (recall stories pls)

Could yall help me out with a good history gen ed

Can I use my meal plan for food at the concessions stands during basketball and hockey games?

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Looking for people to make tonight less lonely. Idk what to do. Everyone looks like they’re having so much fun but I’m just here in my room rotting away. ):

Please dm me

Hi, I am an international prospective PhD student and I have had some undiagnosed physical health complications that I am in the process of trying to figure out and require a lot of mental health support. I still want to apply to grad school but I am worried. How is the UMass- Amherst healthcare system in terms of mental healthcare? Is there a team of psychologists- do they handle socially progressive issues? Are there doctors available to act as primary care practitioners at the school? I am not sure if there is some form of link or website that I am missing but any input from students would be of great assistance.

Anyone know if he does anything historical like extra credit later in semester or scaling the exam if average low?

I've completed my application for phd in civil engineering for spring 2025 intake in mid september. The status is 'Awaiting decision: under program review' till now. Does anyone applied for same or any other phd program and got any updates? Please share...

i was at the dining hall and the soda machine sprayed soda allllll over my cloths (it was coca cola and water). Can I get a reimbursement from umass for the clothing they ruined?

Edit: Obviously I’m going to wash my cloths but it’s a white shirt and light jeans so a soda stain isn’t coming out just by washing it with stain remover. Besides, they know it’s not working a lady working there stared at me as it was happening and did nothing. There wasn’t a sign or anything saying it was broken.

Im trying to take CS535 (Computer Architecture) without taking CS335 (the prereq class) before. For anyone who has taken CS535 here, what are your thoughts on the class? Will I struggle a lot in CS535 without taking the prereq class? Was it a good class? How much time commitment was needed per week? Was it a very difficult class?