Get connected. Get involved. Get ahead. 

You’re a student for a few years, but you’re a part of a global UMass community for life! Now more than ever, we want you to feel supported and to know that there is a place where you can ask questions, get advice, and make connections that matter to you.

Connect UMass is the virtual community that links you to alumni for personal and professional conversations. On Connect UMass, you can:

  • Find alumni working in your field or living in specific areas
  • Chat with industry professionals
  • Take part in discussions
  • Join a group, and more



Sign Up

1. Sign in or sign up

It’s easy for students to log in using your Net ID. Once you’ve created an account, you can continue to log in with your email or sign in with LinkedIn.

Easy Profile Builder

2. Set up your account

Build your profile or connect to LinkedIn to import additional information.

Search

3. Search

Navigate to “Explore the Community” and use the search and filter options to find alumni who are ready to chat, offer advice, and share their experiences.

Connect

4. Connect

After you’ve found someone to reach out to, click the “Let’s Connect” or “Chat Now” button to message them through the Connect UMass platform.

5. Explore

Browse through the many other features of Connect UMass to continue learning, connecting, and contributing to your community!