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All alumni are entitled to the benefits listed below. Life and Legacy members are entitled to additional benefits. Your benefits grow as you invest in new membership levels. Invest today!
@UMASS eNewsletter
Alumni news, profiles, and event listings are delivered each month through the Alumni Association’s electronic newsletter, @UMASS. To stay connected and hear about the full range of benefits available to you as an alumnus/na, send us your preferred email address.
UMass Amherst magazine
Read about news, research, campus life, and more from your alma mater. This glossy print publication is mailed to alumni in the United States and available online.
Program & Event Invitations
Alumni receive email notifications of upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and special promotions. Make sure we have your preferred email address for delivery and login into MaroonCentral to set your email preferences.
MaroonCentral
The Alumni Association’s exclusive online community for students and alumni is a portal for communications and connection. Update your personal profile and contact information, search the online Directory, submit a class note, volunteer as a Minuteman Mentor, and access a host of career development resources. Don’t wait, login to MaroonCentral!
If you’re not registered on MaroonCentral, you must complete a short, online registration to verify that you’re a part of the UMass Amherst community. Contact the Alumni Association at alumni@admin.umass.edu or 800.456.UMASS for your alumni ID# and registration instructions.
Regional Alumni Clubs
Through a network of over 60 Clubs, Groups, and International Contacts, alumni can connect with other fellow UMass graduates living in the same region. Alumni Clubs present a unique opportunity to maintain the connection to your alma mater through social, networking, volunteer, athletic, and family events.
Lifetime Email Forwarding
Create an email forwarding address, such as abc@alumni.umass.edu, that will never have to change and will forward correspondence to your personal or business email, without disclosing that address. Email forwarding is a free service, only available to students and alumni of UMass Amherst, and can be set up through our password-protected online community, MaroonCentral.
Volunteer Opportunities
Help shape the future of the Alumni Association and UMass Amherst by sharing some of your time and expertise. Let us help match your interests and skills to volunteer opportunities that best suit you! Fill out the volunteer interest form today.
UMass Amherst Catering
Alumni receive discounted food, beverage and wait services from the Valley's premier catering service. Call 413.577.1234 or visit www.umass.edu/catering for more information.
UMass Amherst Conference Services
Alumni are entitled to on-campus rates (10% - 20% discounts depending on party size) for parties of 12 to 20,000 people. Call 413.545.2591 or click here for more information.
The University Club, Amherst, MA
The University Club is located in a historic building on campus, dating back to 1728. Alumni (who are not employees of the university) receive a 10% discount on dinners. Life and Legacy members are eligible for a discounted $75 membership (regular price $200), and may reserve meeting space at no charge, as available. Make reservations in advance by calling 413-545-2551.
UMass Hotel at the Campus Center
Ideally located at the heart of the UMass Amherst campus, the UMass Hotel now has 116 newly renovated rooms and suites. The hotel offers a convenient and affordable place to stay while visiting the campus and the Amherst area. Amherst area. Alumni Association General Members receive a 5-10% discount, Life Members receive a 10-15% discount, and Legacy Members receive a 20% discount depending on date of arrival. Call 877.822.2110 for more information and availability. Some restrictions apply.
UMass Amherst Recreation Center, UMass Amherst Campus
Life and Legacy members receive a 10% membership discount during the summer and academic year until October, after which time the membership fee is pro-rated. For more information contact member services in the Recreation Center at 413.545.0022.
UMass Amherst Campus Store
Alumni receive a 10% discount on clothing and gift items purchased at the UStore on the Campus Center concourse: just show your membership card to get the discount!
UMass Athletics Ticket Discounts
Alumni can take advantage of a special allotment of discounted reserved tickets for home Athletic events. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Mullins Center or by calling 866.UMASS.TIX.*
Please have your alumni ID # ready when purchasing tickets by phone. You must present your Alumni Association Member Card to pick up tickets at Will Call.
If purchasing tickets at the stadium, you must pay with cash. You may print out your Member Card at any time through our free alumni online community, MaroonCentral. If you're not registered on MaroonCentral, contact the Alumni Association at alumni@admin.umass.edu or 800.456.UMASS for your alumni ID# to complete a one-time registration.
UMass Football tickets | General Members | Life & Legacy Members |
9/17/11 vs. Rhode Island |
$11 | $6/$8 |
10/8/11 vs. Central Connecticut - Band Day |
$15 | $7/$12 |
10/22/11 vs. UNH Wildcats - Colonial Clash |
$30 Club seats/ | |
11/5/11 vs. Villanova - Homecoming |
$15 | $7/$12 |
11/19/11 vs. James Madison |
$11 | $6/$8 |
UMass Hockey tickets | General Members | Life & Legacy Members |
BU and BC games |
$12 | $8 |
Intersession: UVM 1/20/12 |
$8 | $6 |
All other home games |
$10 | $6 |
UMass Men's Basketball tickets | General Members | Life & Legacy Members |
Cage Game 11/11/11 |
$15 | $8 |
Leaman Legacy Game 1/28/12 |
$15 | $6 |
All other Mullins games |
$10 | $6 |
UMass Women's Basketball tickets | General Members | Life & Legacy Members |
All home games |
$3 |
$2 |
*Discounts based on UMass Athletics adult general admission prices.
UMass Fine Arts Center Discounts
Alumni receive 10% off the regular ticket price of Fine Arts Center productions. Call the Fine Arts Center Box Office at 800.999.UMASS, with your MemberCard ID number. View a complete listing of upcoming performances
Music & Dance Department Events
Buy one ticket, get one free. It's easy. Check out our calendar at www.umass.edu/music/eventcalendar, choose one or more events and call the Box Office to buy your tickets, 413-545-2511. Be sure to say that you read about the discount on the Alumni Association website. (Offer not valid for Multiband Pops, New Orleans @ Amherst, String Day & Saxophone Symposium.)
Discounted Insurance Products
Auto, home and renters insurance are offered at group rates through Liberty Mutual. Safe driver and multi-policy rates apply. For a free, no-obligation quote, call 1-800-459-3168 or request a free quote online!
*Group discounts, other discounts, and credits are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary state by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only. To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten; not all applicants may qualify. Coverage provided and underwritten by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company and its affiliates, 175 Berkeley Street, Boston, MA.
Life & Health Insurance
Short term medical, catastrophe major medical, long-term care insurance, disability income plan, term life and pet insurance are offered to UMass Amherst alumni through Marsh Affinity Group at discounted rates (health insurance is not available in all states). Call 800.503.9230 for further details or click here to learn more .
Travel Insurance
You've planned your trip: act today to protect it and yourself! Travel Insurance Select is one of the most complete travel insurance plans offered anywhere - it is a flexible plan giving youa choice of benefits and services. Protect your travel investment from trip cancellation or interruption; have worldwide medical expense and medical evacuation coverage; and insure your baggage for loss or delay. Enroll early for maximum benefits.
TD Banknorth Garden Ticket Discounts
Alumni can take advantage of special discounts to events held at the TD Banknorth Garden in Boston, MA. Enjoy sports events such as the Boston Bruins Hockey games, basketball, and more! In order to view upcoming events and purchase available discounted tickets, use the Member Discount Code and then visit the TD Banknorth Garden's eReservation system.
The University of Massachusetts Club, Boston
High above the Boston skyline, a culture of academic, business, and social exchange characteristic of the University of Massachusetts and its notable history is taking shape, and like the University itself, the University of Massachusetts Club is distinctive, dynamic … and growing every day.
Club members are entitled to exclusive opportunities – an outstanding private club for meetings and social events, engaging networking opportunities among Boston’s professional community and a place to connect with University colleagues and classmates that have shaped their lives. Membership in the University of Massachusetts Club also grants access to more than 200 country clubs, business clubs, sports clubs, and resorts within the ClubCorp family, both domestic and internationally.
To request information about becoming a member of the University of Massachusetts Club, please send an email to Cheryl Hoffman, Membership Director, or call the Membership Department at 617.287.3023. Life and Legacy Members are entitled to a $50 discount to the initial enrollment fee.
Working Advantage Entertainment Partners
Working Advantage is the premier source for discounted tickets to theme parks, theaters, broadway shows, and more! Using Working Advantage is easy—simply login to MaroonCentral to access the Member Discount Code. Next go to Working Advantage at workingadvantage.com and click on "Register". You will use the Discount Code to complete your one-time registration for free and create your own personal account with a password of your choice.
UMass Amherst Alumni Store
The online Alumni Store offers a full range of merchandise, from Minuteman fan clothing and accessories to gift items and novelties. Shop from the convenience of your desktop and have your purchase delivered to your door!
HP Academy
HP Academy is Hewlett-Packard's exclusive online store for education discounts on computing and printing products. Students, faculty and parents can receive discounts up to 10% off starting prices on all HP and Compaq consumer products. HP offers a broad line of products, from configure-to-order notebooks and desktops to printers, handhelds, calculators, home servers and more! Shop securely online, anytime through the Alumni Association portal. If you prefer to pay in monthly installments, instant HP Home & Home Office Store financing may be available.
T-Mobile: Be more connected for less
Save on the hottest phones and the 4G network that lets you connect, browse and chat faster than ever. Visit the T-Mobile website.
Working Advantage Online Shopping
Working Advantage is the premier source for discounted online shopping! Using Working Advantage is easy—simply login to MaroonCentral to access the Member Discount Code. Next go to Working Advantage at http://www.workingadvantage.com and click on "Register". You will use the Discount Code to complete your one-time registration for free and create your own personal account with a password of your choice.
Beautorium.com*
Natural and organic beauty emporium. Take the guesswork out of hunting for the truly natural, truly organic, good-for-you skin care products. Offering the most ethical and effective beauty brands on the market.
Current Catalog*
CurrentCatalog.com is “where staying in touch is affordable and fun”®. Current helps you celebrate holidays, special & everyday occasions with value-priced greeting cards, gift wrap and gifts for everyone on your list. Current is your trusted source for personalized checks, address labels and stationery in a wide variety of exclusive designs.
Fanzz.com*
Fanzz.com offers licensed sports apparel and gifts from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAA, NHL, and MLS including top brands such as Nike, Adidas, New Era, Armour, Wilson, Wincraft and more.
Magazineline.com*
Your direct line to subscription savings, offering over 900 magazine subscriptions at great discount prices. Categories include: Women's Magazines, General Fashion Health & Fitness, Ethnic Celebrity News, Popular Hobbies, Bridal & Wedding, Men's Magazines, General Adult Sports Health & Fitness, African American Fashion, Popular Hobbies, Children's Magazines, Teen Magazines, Entertainment, Celebrity News, Cooking & Food, Education, News & Politics and much more! Save up to 85% off cover prices in stores!
The North Face*
Inspiring outdoor enthusiasts to Never Stop Exploring™, The North Face has been the home of innovative, technically advanced apparel, footwear, and equipment for 40 years. Get ready for a real adventure!
PetSmart.com*
PetSmart, the nation's largest pet supply retailer, offers over 12,000 competitively priced products for all your pet’s needs.
Sierra Trading Post*
Sierra Trading Post’s value proposition to customers is famous name brand clothing, footwear and gear at 35-70% savings off retail prices.
SkyMall, Inc. *
SkyMall is more than just cool and unique items! You can shop from over 50 stores with just one delivery fee. SkyMall will ship internationally, allows customers to shop in English or Spanish, pay in one of four currencies, and offers a 30-day price match and a 60-day return policy. Aqualite®, Bausch & Lomb, Biomedics®, CIBA Vision®, CooperVision®, FreshLook®, Focus DAILIES®, PureVision & many, many more.
The Alumni Association is proud to partner with UMassFive College Federal Credit Union. Members can save hundreds of dollars on average with better rates and lower fees. A full service financial institution, UMassFive’s membership can qualify you for great new and used auto rates, free checking accounts, and access to over 4,300 shared branching locations nationwide! Download your new membership application today.
Kaplan Test Preparation Courses
Find out how your Alumni Association can help you earn a higher score, and a brighter future, when you connect with Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions. Learn about the options available including courses for PSAT, SAT, LSAT, GMAT, GRE, MCAT and DAT. Register for courses or obtain more details!
T-Mobile: Be more connected for less
Save on the hottest phones and the 4G network that lets you connect, browse and chat faster than ever. Visit the T-Mobile website.
Chemistry.com*
The online connection for individuals who come from a wide range of backgrounds, lifestyles and geographic areas and share the desire to find a meaningful, long-lasting relationship.
cMarket Inc. *
Bid on tickets, dining, designer clothing and accessories, travel, electronics, collectibles, toys, entertainment, gift cards, wine, gourmet food, unique experiences and much more. Purchasing products through this link benefits charitable organizations.
TV Silencer*
TV-Silencer automatically mutes the TV and/or stereo TV and pauses your DVD/VCR player when the phone rings, enabling you to clearly hear the phone. Ideal gift for the elderly, hearing impaired, parents with home theater, home office and busy moms. Stop worrying – because the world doesn’t stop for TV!
VisionDirect.com*
Order contacts online at Vision Direct and find great discounts and bargains. With online rebates and volume discounts, www.visiondirect.com allows you to save more when you buy more. Also, all orders over $99 get free shipping! Offering name brand contacts for less including Acuvue®,
PrintMyThing.com*
PrintMyThing.com provides superior rated, custom printed products. Excellent for company branding, product promotion, weddings, event planning and so much more!
Linkshare Affiliate Marketing Program*
Need help funding your business? Join the Linkshare Affiliate Marketing Program through this site and help your alma mater and yourself! It’s a win, win.
*By purchasing through the links above you provide significant income to the UMass Amherst Alumni Association. The UMass Amherst Alumni Association and its business partners respect your privacy and make it the highest priority to safeguard your personal information. The information you provide to purchase goods and/or services through these links is never sold or given away to third parties. Click here to view our privacy policy.
We appreciate your feedback! The UMass Amherst Alumni Association is always seeking to enhance the benefits and discounts made available to alumni. If you have suggestions for additional benefits you'd like the Alumni Association to consider, please contact us at alumni@admin.umass.edu.
Discounts associated with membership in the Alumni Association are intended for alumni of UMass Amherst. Please read more about non-alumni investments.