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COVID Agreements & Resources

FAQ’s updated August 17, 2022: https://www.umass.edu/coronavirus/faqs

Vaccine and Booster Clinics: https://www.umass.edu/coronavirus/vaccine

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Furlough FAQs and Re-Opening Agreements (searchable): https://www.umass.edu/humres/labor-relations-1

Steps when requesting flexible schedules

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Parking FAQ’s for Fall 2020 discounted parking: https://www.umass.edu/transportation/employee-fall-discount-permit-faqs

Fall 2022 Covid Information for Faculty & Staff: https://www.umass.edu/coronavirus/

UMASS Employee FAQ’s: https://www.umass.edu/coronavirus/faq

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Main Office Contact Information

University Staff Association Office hours: Monday-Friday 9:00am – 4:30pm

Can’t stop by during office hours? That is ok, we can set up an appointment before or after work!

Email: usa@umass.edu.

Office main line: 413-545-0165

Address: 131 County Circle, 110 Hampshire House, UMass Amherst, MA.  01003

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