Courtesy of the Office of UniversityCommunications & External Relations.

Friday 24

Today is the last date Financial Aid Services can certify a Federal Stafford Loan for the 2001-2002 academic year. For more information, call 617-287-6300.

After Finals Bash8 p.m. – 12 a.m., Wheatley, 3rd floor, Wheatley Cafeteria. Presented by the Black Student Union. Come join us as we party the night away to release the stress of this academic year and the anxiety of finals. Featuring Blak-X-Clusive sound system from New York City, and a fun and promising date auction (dinner and a movie goes to the highest bidders). Tickets are $6.00 for students w/UMB ID, and $8.00 for students without UMB ID. For more information, call 617-287-7982 or e-mail [email protected].

Monday 27

Memorial Day holiday.

Tuesday 28

12th Annual McNair Program Graduation Ceremony/Dinner6 – 10 p.m., JFK Library, Smith Hall. In recognition of our graduating McNair Fellows. For more information, call 617-287-5780.

JUNESaturday 1

2002 Commencement10:30 a.m., Bayside Exposition Center. You must have a ticket in order to attend. For more information, call 617-287-5313

Sunday 2

Public Affairs M.S. Program Graduation and Awards Ceremony 12 noon, Healey Library, 11th Floor, Faculty Club. For more information, call 617-287-5543

Wednesday 5

Massachusetts Education Computing Conference (MECC) Cape Cod Community College, June 5-7. This conference is open to faculty and staff in both public and private higher education. It is not designed just for those who work in technology, but anyone who utilizes computers and networks in their academic, administrative and educational role. The Conference promises to hold innumerable opportunities to share information with peers from other educational institutions. Register online today at http://www.cite.mass.edu/mecc.

Musical Showcase Concert Series12:30 p.m., McCormack and Wheatley. Featuring Raymond Gonzalez, solo guitarist and UMass Boston Music Department faculty member. There will be tables and chairs set up for concert “goers,” to eat their lunches or simply enjoy the harbor breezes and UMass Boston music. Sponsored by the Chancellor’s Office with the cooperation of the Music Department and the Office of University Communications and Community Relations.

Friday 7

Massage Therapy9 a.m. – 5 p.m., McCormack, 1st floor, Beacon Fitness Center. Amy Aransky will conduct professional massage therapy by appointment. Cost is $20 per 20-minute session. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to avoid being charged. For more information, e-mail [email protected] or call 781-354-3450 to make an appointment.

Wednesday 12

Meet the Candidate for Governor: Shannon O’Brien10:00 – 11:30. Wheatley, 1st floor, Snowden Auditorium. Sponsored by the LETS Program of the Gerontology Institute. Each candidate has been invited to address three to four priority issues facing older people in Massachusetts. Public is invited. For more information, call 617-287-7308 or e-mail [email protected].

Musical Showcase Concert Series12:30 p.m., McCormack and Wheatley. Featuring Klezperanto, a six-piece Klezmer band. There will be tables and chairs set up for concert “goers,” to eat their lunches or simply enjoy the harbor breezes and UMass Boston music. Sponsored by the Chancellor’s Office with the cooperation of the Music Department and the Office of University Communications and Community Relations.

Monday 17

Bunker Hill Day. University Closed.

16th Annual Golf Classic 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Franklin Park Golf Course, Boston. All students, faculty, staff & friends are invited to join the fun and tee it up at this year’s golf classic. Golfers get goodie bags, apparel, continental breakfast, awards luncheon, on course contests, hole in one prizes & raffle including round trip airfare. Hosted by the Athletic Department. For more information, call 7-7801 or e-mail [email protected].

Employee Trip to Foxwoods Casino 8 a .m. – 6 p.m. $15 includes transportation with movies, luncheon buffet, $10 in match play and $5 in keno chips. Bus will depart Lower Level busway. Sign up early as space is limited. Call 617-287-5100 for more information.

Wednesday 19

Musical Showcase Concert Series 12:30 p.m., McCormack and Wheatley. Featuring Peter Patterson, solo guitarist and UMass Boston Music Department faculty member. There will be tables and chairs set up for concert “goers,” to eat their lunches or simply enjoy the harbor breezes and UMass Boston music. Sponsored by the Chancellor’s Office with the cooperation of the Music Department and the Office of University Communications and Community Relations.

Thursday 27

Welcoming of all New and Old Beacon Fitness Center membersDay-long event, McCormack, 1st floor, Beacon Fitness Center. Staff Memberships are discontinued on June 30, so the Beacon Fitness Center is offering an opportunity for all members to sign up again as well obtain additional information regarding BFC programming and events. For more information, call 617-287-6786 or e-mail [email protected].