Courtesy Accounts for Non-Employees, Non-Students (NENS)

Courtesy accounts are provided to certain individuals who have a special relationship with the University, usually for a limited time. For example:

• Adjunct faculty
• 5-College department faculty and staff (e.g., Astronomy and Dance)
• Retired UMass Amherst faculty and staff
• Visiting scholars or faculty
• Faculty or staff from other UMass campuses, by special arrangement
• Individuals with part-time teaching contracts (for the period of their contract only)
• Other individuals formally associated with the University, upon verification of status

Request a Courtesy (NENS) Account

To request a Courtesy (NENS) Account, fill out the NENS form below and have it signed by your Dean, Director, or Department Head. Return the form in person to OIT Account Management (A113 LGRC Lowrise, M - F, 8:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.). Be sure to bring a picture ID and any other supporting documentation (appointment papers, orders, contract, etc.).

Notes:

• If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must go to the International Programs Office (467 Hills South) before you return this form to OIT.
• This form is not designed to help you obtain a UCard. Not all NENS account owners are eligible for a UCard.

If you have any questions about qualifying for NENS status or the NENS form, contact Yvette Mushenski, 545-1829, yvette@oit.umass.edu.

UCard & NENS Accounts

NENS applicants and account owners may not be eligible for a UCard. UCards are only issued to active students recognized by the University Registrar, or staff and faculty acknowledged by the University Human Resources Department.

• For Library services, NENS account holders can complete a Library Borrower's Card application.
• For on-campus buildings with restricted access, contact the Physical Plant Department for a building badge. A UCard is not necessary.