This page is a resource for students, faculty, and staff summarizing federal news and policy changes and updates.
Latest Updates
- February 6, 2025 —The Office of General Counsel has provided an FAQ for faculty and staff related to visits or requests from local, state, and federal law enforcement or government representatives on University of Massachusetts property.
- February 2, 2025 - The UMass President’s Office has issued guidance regarding grant-funded operations.
- January 31, 2025— AG Campbell Issues Joint Statement On President Trump's Executive Orders Dismantling DEIA Initiatives.
- January 31, 2025 - US Dept of Education’s Office for Civil Rights will enforce Title IX under the provisions of the 2020 Title IX Rule, rather than the recently invalidated 2024 Title IX Rule.
- January 30, 2025 - Information for immigrant students and Massachusetts colleges and universities on immigration enforcement from Mass Attorney General.
- January 29, 2025— The White House has rescinded the order freezing federal assistance, including research funding.
- January 29, 2025—The Office of General Counsel has issued employee guidance on responding to visits or inquiries by government agents or law enforcement officers.
- January 28, 2025— The Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General has shared guidance to public colleges and universities related to immigration, including advice on responding to immigration officers.