This is the official Facebook for Commonwealth Honors College at UMass Amherst. www.umass.edu/honors
Characterized by small classes and close interaction with faculty, the Honors College provides a diverse community of academically talented students with extensive opportunities for analysis, research, leadership and community engagement within a nationally recognized research university.
06/17/2026
Leila's 2025-2026 by the numbers
31 credits earned
460 dining hall visits
25 races run
9 states explored
Endless memories made
Read Leila's action-packed and unforgettable Sophomore Year in Review: https://www.umass.edu/honors/news/leilas-2025-2026-wrapped
Curious about first-year housing? 👀 Join Martina as she takes us through a triple in Oak Hall! 🌻✨ See how she turned her dorm into a home away from home! 🏠🤍❤️
Video by Martina García Raya Radonic
06/11/2026
🎓 Meet our 2026 College Outstanding Teaching Awardee: Madalina Akli! 🌟 Her exceptional leadership in ONSA and ISP has transformed how our students view their role as global citizens. 🌍✨ Congratulations to an inspiring educator! 💐🎉 Read more about Madalina and this prestigious award at this link: https://www.umass.edu/honors/news/madalina-akli-2026-cota
Graphics by Lyrique Agorbia
06/09/2026
Join Leila as she takes us through her publishing journey at UMass and the joy of seeing her work in print at The Scribe and Jabberwocky! 📚✍️ Whether you're a poet, essayist, or artist, there's a platform waiting for your work. Read more at this link: https://www.umass.edu/honors/news/getting-published-umass
Graphics by Piper Bo
Spend a day with Leia in Madrid as she studies abroad: ✨ Smoothie bowls → El Rostro flea market → Bagels → Cafe → El Retiro run → Cheesecake. Who's coming?
Video: Leia Tag
06/02/2026
Grace Chai, a recent UMass grad 🎓, came here uncertain about many things, but one thing was clear: she wanted to be a storyteller 📖✨. Through her work at CHC, classes, clubs, and countless activities, Grace honed her storytelling ability and is ready to share her stories with the world as an alum 🎬. Read Grace's reflections on a time well spent at UMass at this link: https://www.umass.edu/honors/news/letter-graduate
Graphics: Lyrique Agorbia
05/29/2026
Summertime is the best time for stargazing. 🌠🌙 Jack, a CHC astronomy major who just finished his first year at UMass, went out and explored to find us the best spots on campus to lay down and enjoy the night sky.🌃🔭 If you're around over the summer, check them out during Milky Way season, and if not, be sure to in the fall. Swipe for Jack's guide to stargazing at UMass!
05/27/2026
Worried about grad school? Honors alum Sam was too. But Sam credits CHC with providing him the tools and skills necessary to succeed in his journey through Honors to a master's in public policy from UMass. Swipe to learn more and read the full story at this link: https://www.umass.edu/honors/news/chc-and-grad-school 🎓✨
05/22/2026
We just can't stop thinking about this great year we just finished! One of our favorite events was the Zine Making Workshop during CHC Wellness Week! Students gathered to connect, create, and better their wellbeing. 🕊️🌷 Swipe to see more highlights from the Zine Making Workshop!📝🎨
Graphics: Piper Bo
Photos: Jack Bertling and Theo Nims
05/21/2026
Look back on CHCRC's Block Party! 🎉 Painted tees, blooming flowers, Baby Berk, and great people made this event special. 💐🚚 Swipe to see some highlights from this afternoon full of community and celebration in the Honors Community!🌼🎨
📷 Photo Credit: Lynne Graves Lifestyle Photography