Location

The reunion will be will be held at a variety of buildings at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Events will take place in Morrill (rooms 129 and 254), the Campus Center (11th floor Marriott Center and 10th floor Amherst Room) and the Integrated Sciences Building (auditorium 135). Campus may have changed since the last time you were here - click here to take a look at the latest campus map!

Parking

On weekdays before 5PM parking is limited and strictly enforced on campus. If you arrive before 5PM on a weekday, please park in the Campus Center Parking Garage, located at 1 Campus Center Way, Amherst, MA, 01003. Parking in the Campus Center Parking Garage is free for Hotel UMass guests. Attendees not staying at the hotel can park for a discounted rate of $6.50/day (pick up a coupon at registration!).

If you arrive after 5PM or attend events throughout the weekend, many surface lots around campus are free: avoid any lot marked as 24-hour reserved and any spots marked as reserved for certain staff/campus guests. For those attending the event in Morrill on Thursday night from 6 - 8PM the closest parking lot is Lot 62. Friday attendees should park in the Campus Center Parking Garage. Weekend guests can park in a surface lot near the ISB or Campus Center that is not marked as 24-hour reserved.

Note: those staying at Hotel UMass will be provided with complimentary parking to the Campus Center Parking Garage at hotel check-in, located on the 3rd floor of the Campus Center.

Accessible Parking
Attendees with a valid state-issued reserved accessible license plate or placard may park in any marked Handicap Space or any nonrestricted, nonreserved space or lot, at no charge, as long as your plate or placard is clearly displayed at all times during your stay. To locate reserved accessible parking visit the UMass Parking Map, select the blue parking icon on the right, and check off the "Handicapped Parking" option. All vehicles, regardless of disabled placards or plates, must pay when utilizing the Campus Center Parking Garage.

Click here to view an interactive parking guide of campus. 

Driving to Campus

From the North: From I-91 South, take exit 25 in Deerfield. At the end of the ramp, turn left and follow the road to the intersection. Turn right onto Routes 5 & 10 South. Go 1 mile, then turn left onto Route 116 South. Follow Route 116 South for 8 miles to the UMass exit.

From the East: Take Route 2 West to Exit 16 (Belchertown/Amherst). From Route 2 take Route 202 South for about 15 miles to a blinking yellow light at Amherst Road. You will see signs "to Route 9/Route 116". Turn right and follow Amherst Road (which becomes Pelham Road) for 7 miles to Amherst center. Follow signs to UMass.

From the South: From I-91 North, take Exit 19 in Northampton. From the exit ramp, turn right onto Route 9. Travel approximately 4.5 miles to Route 116 North. Turn left at the traffic lights to merge onto Route 116 North. Take the UMass exit in 1 mile.

From the West: Take Route 2 East to the Greenfield/I-91 exit. Take I-91 South to Exit 25, Deerfield. At the end of the ramp turn left and follow the road to the intersection. Turn right onto Routes 5 & 10 South. Go 1 mile, then turn left onto Route 116 South. Follow Route 116 South for 8 miles to the UMass exit.

From I-90 (Mass Pike): Take Exit 4 (West Springfield). Follow I-91 North to Exit 19. From the exit ramp, turn right onto Route 9. Travel approximately 4.5 miles to Route 116 North (turn left at traffic lights). The UMass exit is 1 mile up.

On-Campus Dining

UMass Dining provides more than sustenance: we serve a variety of healthy and flavorful meals featuring local, regional and world cuisine in a sustainable and environmentally-conscious manner. Our program is founded upon four core values: health, world flavors, sustainability, and community. We source locally year-round, serve sustainable seafood, and employ a “small plate, big flavor philosophy,” all in the aim of supporting the New England Food System. We now offer SPE-certified dishes to ensure maximum nutrition and great taste - the first university in the nation to do so. 

We invite reunion guests to visit one of the many on-campus dining establishments open during your visit. Nationally ranked Best Campus Food by The Princeton Review, UMass Dining is sure to have something to satisfy every palate!  

Campus Center Eateries
The Blue Wall, located in the Campus Center, is one of the most popular and convenient dining options on campus. The Blue Wall has 10 different stations served a-la-carte, including pizza, salads, wraps, deli sandwiches, sushi, burgers, burritos, gelato, and more. Harvest Market, located on the main concourse of the Campus Center, is a full service market serving healthy, sustainable, and delicious fare for our on the go customers. The hot bar features Indian, Ethiopian, traditional American, and many other world cuisines, and the salad bar is always stocked with in-season ingredients and freshly prepared composed salads. Additional highlights include a Chobani yogurt bar, all natural and organic snacks, local cheeses and deli meats, grab-and-go salads and sandwiches, and a made-to-order juice and smoothie bar. Need a quick pick-me-up or caffeine fix? People's Organic Coffee, located on the main concourse of the Campus Center across from Harvest Market, serves People's Organic Fair Trade coffees, as well as a variety of specialty coffee beverages, organic teas, locally baked pastries, fresh cookies, salads and paninis.

Dining Commons
Served all-you-care-to-eat style, award-winning Berkshire Dining Commons will be open during your stay. Meal options often include sushi, a salad bar, pho noodles, pizza, deli sandwiches, create-your-own stir-fry, a pasta bar and a range of desserts and ice cream. Vegan, vegetarian and Halal options are available. Interested guests can pay by cash or card right at the door. Click here to learn more. 

University Club and Restaurant
The University Club and Restaurant, more fondly referred to as The UClub, is the eminent fine dining establishment at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Housed in two colonial era New England farmhouses, the University Club and Restaurant offers a contemporary dining experience steeped in historic charm. Long established as a private faculty and alumni club, the University Club offers the public and campus community a full-service restaurant & lounge featuring local beer, wine, and farm-fresh ingredients. Call 413-545-2551 to make your reservation. 

Hotel UMass

Rated the best hotel in Amherst and seated in the center of our picturesque campus, Hotel UMass blends a tranquil countryside escape with the bustling energy of campus life, making it your ideal destination when staying in the area. During your stay you will have access to the distinctive cultural atmosphere of one of the nation's top universities, while remaining only minutes away from historic downtown Amherst, allowing you to enjoy the magic of the Pioneer Valley. The breathtaking views from your guestroom alone will allow you to appreciate the natural beauty of scenic New England. We recently completed our lobby renovation - we're sure you'll love our new look!  

A block of rooms is reserved for reunion attendees for a discounted rate of $169.00/night (plus applicable fees). Please contact the hotel directly at 877-822-2110 or www.hotelumass.com, and reference Group Code GAR17C to complete your reservation. Space is limited so early reservations are encouraged. 

Area Lodging

Registration does not include lodging, so attendees must be sure to make their own arrangements! A variety of large chain hotels are located a 5 - 10 minute drive from the UMass Campus in neighboring Hadley, including the Holiday Inn, Comfort Inn, Econo Lodge, Howard Johnson, and Courtyard by Marriott. Looking for something a little different? Amherst, Northampton, and the surrounding area are home to many lovely inns and bed & breakfasts, including the Black Walnut Inn and the Lord Jeffrey Inn, among others, all located within a 10 - 20 minute drive of campus. Some popular lodging options are below, and a full listing is available here.

Allen House: 599 Main Street, Amherst MA 01002. 413-253-5000.
The Black Walnut Inn: 1184 North Pleasant Street, Amherst MA. 413-549-5649. 
Comfort Inn: 237 Russell Street (Route 9), Hadley MA 01035. 413-586-7512.
Courtyard by Marriott : 423 Russell Street (Route 9), Hadley MA 01035. 413-256-5454.
Econo-Lodge: 329 Russell Street (Route 9), Hadley MA 01035.
Emily's Amherst Bed & Breakfast: 71 North Prospect Street, Amherst MA 01002. 413-549-0733.
Hampton Inn : 24 Bay Road, Hadley MA 01035. 413-586-4851.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites : 400 Russell Street (Route 9), Hadley MA 01035. 413-582-0002.
Hotel UMass: 1 Campus Center Way, Amherst MA 01003. 877-822-2110.
Howard Johnson: 401 Russell Street (Route 9), Hadley MA 01035. 413-586-0114.
The Lord Jeffery Inn: 30 Boltwood Avenue, Amherst MA 01002. 413-256-8200.
University Lodge: 345 N. Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002. 413-256-8111.

For Registration or Payment Related Questions

Contact the UMass Registration Office at 413-577-8102 or registration@umass.edu.

For Hotel UMass Related Questions

Contact Hotel UMass at 877-822-2110 or hotel@umass.edu, or visit www.hotelumass.com.