Following two successful supplier roadshows,, UPST is headed to Amherst!, In collaboration with the, Massachusetts Higher Education Consortium, and campus leadership, we’re bringing together UMass buyers and preferred, Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) suppliers, to strengthen connections, showcase resources, and enhance procurement processes across the UMass system. The event is open to UMass faculty, staff, and students but will have a special focus on our MRO approved suppliers and their usual buyers. , MRO Roadshow – UMass Amherst , 📅 Date: Monday, March 3, 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 📍 Location: Campus Center Auditorium, UMass Amherst 🔗 Learn more: https://www.umassp.edu/node/30306 Stay connected—, follow, share, and engage with UPST on LinkedIn, to stay updated on upcoming events and initiatives!
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Internships provide students with valuable hands-on experience, the opportunity to collaborate with professionals in a dynamic and supportive environment, and a deeper understanding of organizational operations. UPST is looking to expand its internship program and welcome new talent! We are currently offering two paid, 20-hour-per-week internships for current UMass undergraduate students. These…
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The following enhancements that were made to the non-unit dental plan effective March 1, 2025. Orthodontia maximum increased to $2,500. The $25 deductible for Type B and C services was eliminated. Legal expense coverage was added at no additional cost-MetLife Legal plan available for all non-unit dental plan enrollees. Pet insurance now available-MetLife Pet Insurance plan available as a…
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Open enrollment for GIC benefits (health insurance, life insurance, long-term disability and flexible spending accounts) as well as the GIC health insurance buyout will begin on Wednesday, April 2 and continue through Thursday, May 1 for an effective date of July 1, 2025. All the same health insurance plans will be offered. There will be some enhancements to the plans. The basic life insurance…
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 DEIA Lunar New Year celebration on February 11th at Westborough! This year marks the Year of the Snake in the Chinese Zodiac. The holiday officially began on January 29th, followed by a 15-day celebration that concluded on February 12th. During the event, we enjoyed delicious meals and gained insight into the holiday’s significance from our…
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Your Go-To Resource for Responsible AI Integration, We’re committed to empowering individuals and business units with the knowledge and tools necessary for the responsible and effective integration of artificial intelligence. We believe AI has the potential to transform our work and drive significant value, and we're excited to launch the UMPO AI Hub to guide us on this journey. This hub is designed to be the central resource for all things AI,…
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New Hires, Name Hire Date Title Department Some Sudheer Bollam 4/14/25 Senior Applications Specilaist EST, Promotions, Name Promotion Date Title Department Dexter LaPlant 3/31/25 Systems Administrator II UITS YinYin Hon 4/7/25 Information Tech Audit Manager Audit Michael Pinault 4/20/25 IT Operations Supervisor UITS, Departures, Name Departure Date Title Department John Healey 5/15/25 Contracts & Strategic Sourcing Manager UPST
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