This page is a resource for students, faculty, and staff summarizing federal news and policy changes and updates.
Latest Updates
- February 2, 2025 - The UMass President’s Office has issued guidance regarding grant-funded operations.
- January 31, 2025 - US Dept of Education’s Office for Civil Rights will enforce Title IX under the provisions of the 2020 Title IX Rule, rather than the recently invalidated 2024 Title IX Rule.
- January 30, 2025 - Information for immigrant students and Massachusetts colleges and universities on immigration enforcement from Mass Attorney General.
- January 29, 2025— The White House has rescinded the order freezing federal assistance, including research funding.
- January 29, 2025—The Office of General Counsel has issued employee guidance on responding to visits or inquiries by government agents or law enforcement officers.
- January 28, 2025— The Massachusetts Office of the Attorney General has shared guidance to public colleges and universities related to immigration, including advice on responding to immigration officers.