News & Events
Feature articles, media, and Lectures highlighting the work of UMass Amherst public interest technologists.
Eight UMass Students Participate in PIT-NE Impact Technology Fellowship
It was a busy start to the summer for eight UMass Amherst undergraduates who participated in Public Interest Technology New England’s (PIT-NE) innovative Impact Technology Fellowship. The full-time, six-week fellowship combined experiential learning, public interest technology skill building, mentoring, and professional development to empower a new generation of public interest technologists
Public Interest Technology New England Recognized During White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Event
On July 16, 2024, the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy convened leaders from across the technology ecosystem to celebrate nearly $100 Million in commitments to advance Public Interest Technology. The event included speakers and panels to highlight the importance advancing technology that protects our safety, security, democratic values, and human rights.
PIT-NE Celebrates Inaugural Impact Technology Fellowship Cohort During Community Showcase
The event celebrated the culmination of Public Interest Technology-New England’s innovative full-time, six-week pilot fellowship that combined experiential learning, PIT skill building, mentoring, and professional development to empower a new generation of public interest technologists.
Fran Berman to be Honored with NCWIT’s Pioneer in Tech Award
PIT@UMass Director, Fran Berman will be celebrated as she receives NCWIT’s Pioneer in Tech Award during NCWIT’s Summit in Kansas City, Missouri on May 20th. Congratulations Fran!
The PIT@UMass Leadership Team is Growing!
It takes a village to create an impactful initiative and this year is an exciting time of much needed growth for Public Interest Technology at UMass! Read more about our amazing new leadership team members.
Exhibit Celebrates UMass Faculty and Student Public Interest Technology Research
On April 2, 2024 the UMass Libraries hosted an opening reception for an exhibit celebrating public interest technology related research and works of art by UMass faculty and students.