The UMass Amherst Black Alumni Network is an affinity network supported by the UMass Amherst Foundation.
The UMass Black Alumni Network is one of the sponsored affinity networks of the UMass Amherst Alumni Association. Network Goals:
- Engage constituents (Black Alumni) in support of university and Alumni Association initiatives
- Advance UMass Amherst through philanthropy and volunteerism.
- Provide educational, networking and professional development opportunities
- Create opportunities for interaction between alumni and students.
11/21/2025
The next alum we want to spotlight is Tiffany!β¨She is one of our incredible members of the Black Alumni Steering Committee from the class of '08. She's making an impact in the biotech industry and brings that same drive, passion, and leadership back to our UMass Black Alumni community. We're grateful for the light she shines and the work she puts in to keep us connected.ππΎππΎππΎ
09/26/2025
If youβre around campus during homecoming weekend check this open house out! οΏΌ
09/17/2025
UPDATE: GIVEAWAY CLOSED!
π GIVEAWAY π
The best part of ? Coming back to campus and reliving your UMass Amherst days. π« Share a favorite memory from your time at UMass for a chance to win a Homecoming Celebration Packβincluding (4) UMass Football tickets, a parking pass, and a $100 gift card to experience the award-winning UMass Dining!
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Giveaway ends 9/22/2025 at noon. Full terms and conditions: https://bit.ly/46a3poq
09/17/2025
Meet Wari, a 2024 Communications graduate now working in biotech as an HR professional.β¨π©πΎβπΌ
Starting college during the COVID era meant navigating uncertainty, but Wari and her classmates still got to experience some fun during their time at UMass. A highlight for her was Blackout Weekend 2022! After about two years of virtual events and limited gatherings, we're glad Wari and her friends finally got to experience such a fun and exciting time on campus!ππΎ
09/05/2025
π₯π HOMECOMING 2025 π₯
Weβre bringing more alumni together like never before at this yearβs Homecoming tailgate! Kick back in our alumni lounge made just for you, enjoy the BBQ, good vibes, music by the DJ, and connect with fellow alumni like never before.
π Saturday, October 4
β° 12PM β 2:30PM (football kicks off at 2:30)
π Lot 22
Show up, show out, and preregister for your chance to win exclusive UMASS gear π
π https://www.umasshomecoming.com/website/78645/
Black alumni, this is the Homecoming experience youβve been waiting for! See you there! ππ₯π₯
08/19/2025
Alumni Spotlight! Gary Forbes β08 π
Our former UMass Minuteman went on to play in the NBA with the Denver Nuggets and Toronto Raptors.
As a passionate health advocate, heβs now the founder and author of Sole Survivors, a series that inspires, educates, and raises awareness about the daily challenges faced by children and others living with chronic conditions.