Phased Faculty Retirement Listening Session

  • On Thursday, May 16, 2024, the Provost Office, along with representatives from Human Resources and the Age Friendly University initiative, sought feedback from faculty members on how to discuss phased retirement options as a way for faculty to transition through a reduced commitment over time, typically over a two-year period. 

Annual Healthy Aging - Living Well Forum Events

Past Forum Events

  • The 2019 Forum featured keynote speaker Janet Barnes-Farrell, PhD, Professor of Psychological Sciences, Associate Department Head for Research & Resources, University of Connecticut. She spoke about “Aging and Work – Advancing Workplace Health Protection and Promotion for an Aging Workforce."
  • The 2018 Forum featured keynote speaker Michael E. Festa, Esq., director of the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Massachusetts. He discussed “The CARE Act: It’s the Law,” which was adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in November 2017.
  • The 2017 Forum featured keynote speaker Alice Bonner, Secretary of the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs.
  • The 2016 Forum featured six keynote researchers, including Assoc. Prof. Deborah D’Avolia of UMass Lowell, who discussed “Unmet Healthcare Needs of Older Adults.” 
  • The 2015 Forum featured keynote speaker Rob Schreiber, M.D., who discussed "Challenges for Healthy Aging: Balancing Living Well with the Reality of Multiple Chronic Conditions."