The last month in the Baha’i calendar, ‘Alá’ (Loftiness), is dedicated to the Baha’i Fast. Bahá’ís from the age of 15 abstain from food and drink between sunrise and sunset. There are exemptions, including for those who are ill, elderly, traveling, pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Vaisakhi – sometimes spelled Baisakhi – has long been celebrated as a harvest festival across South Asia and especially in the Punjab region of India, where it is also observed by Hindus. In Sikhism, Vaisakhi is one of the most important dates in the Sikh calendar. It honors a pivotal moment in the evolution of the religion more than 300 years ago, when the tenth in a line of Gurus — or spiritual…
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It is an ancient and widespread custom for the firstborn to fast on the day before Passover. This commemorates the miracle which spared the firstborn Jewish sons from the plague which struck down the firstborn sons of the Egyptians. If there are no children, then the oldest member of the household must fast. They base this on the fact that there was no Egyptian household that was spared from the…
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New Hires, Name Hire Date Title Department Alexander Isely 2/26/24 Compliance Auditor Internal Audit Evanthia Tully 2/29/24 Strategic Sourcing Specialist UPST, Promotions, Name Title Department Rob Hyde Senior Accounts Payable Manager UPST Kelsey McCauley Procurement and Bank Card Manager UPST Joseph Skrzek Assistant VP of Budget & Planning Management & Fiscal Affairs, Departures, Name Departure Date Title Department Sumera Bhatti 3/16/24 Business Associate UPST
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The University is required to follow guidelines from the Government Accounting Standards Board (GASB). However, GASB is most focused on state and local governments because public colleges and universities only represent a small fraction of government entities. The National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO) fills the gap by issuing guidance on how public colleges and…
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March 12th marked a significant milestone for UMPO as the UPST Interns took center stage at the UMass Club at One Beacon Street in Boston to deliver a stellar presentation to the EMT (Executive Management Team). Divided into two groups, each group completed a deep dive into the operations of two significant companies, Flywire and Nelnet. Throughout months of research, one group focused on the…, Flywire, , while the other delved into the world of, Nelnet, . Flywire, currently servicing Dartmouth, Lowell, and Boston, and Nelnet, exclusively serving Amherst, play vital roles in the student tuition payment process. The presentations not only showcased the companies but also highlighted the interns' diverse skill set. From practical data modeling to campus outreach, brand compliance, and team collaboration, they demonstrated their skills from both the…
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Watch President Meehan's recent 2024 SOTU address, in which he highlights the University's growing early college programs, which boast nearly 600 high school students across eleven high schools, and related strategies to ensure that the greatest tool for social and economic mobility, a four-year college degree, remains achievable for students from all backgrounds in Massachusetts.
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On March 6th, the President’s Office proudly hosted an empowering event in honor of International Women's Day, featuring UMass Lowell’s Chancellor Julie Chen as the distinguished guest speaker. The event aimed to celebrate the achievements of women, foster discussions on gender equality, and inspire meaningful action within our organization. Throughout the event, Chancellor Chen delivered an…
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On March 13th, in anticipation of the upcoming Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024, the UMPO hosted a special in person "Tell Your Story” event featuring Peter Hughes from UITS. Peter took us on a journey through the history and types of eclipses, unraveling the mysteries behind these celestial phenomena. Peter shared his personal adventure during the 2017 Eclipse, including the epic family road trip…
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