UMass Summer Programs

🧬 Research starts with the fundamentals.

Our Research Intensive students kicked off the summer with Boot Camp, where they built essential laboratory skills through hands-on training in molecular biology techniques. From DNA purification and genotyping to running PCR reactions, students gained valuable experience and confidence that they’ll carry into their research projects throughout the program.

Here’s to the beginning of an exciting summer of discovery! 🔬

Register for the 2026 GELI Summit! - Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women About the Girls Empowerment Leadership Initiative (GELI) Welcome to the Girls Empowerment Leadership Initiative – also known as GELI! Here…

Session 3 has been bringing the energy! From dancing it out in Zumba, to screaming on roller coasters at Six Flags, getting creative with custom tote bag painting, and cooling off with a surprise visit from Ice Cream Emergency it’s been a week packed with fun, laughs, and summer vibes 🍦🎨🎢💃