Policies, Procedures and Complaints
The University of Massachusetts Boston is part of the University of Massachusetts system. As such, the campus is generally governed by a set of policies and standards that are adopted by the University Board of Trustees. The policies listed below are those related to equal opportunity and affirmative action.
- Statement in Support of Pluralism [PDF]
- Policy Against Intolerance [PDF]
- Sexual Harassment Policy [PDF]
- Code of Student Conduct [PDF]
For addtional informaiton on the policies above contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.
UMass Policies, Standards, and Procedures
UMass Boston is governed by a set of policies and standards that define proper procedures in areas that affect faculty, staff, students, and, in some cases, others affiliated with the university, such as consultants. The full text of all the university's policies may be found at: www.massachusetts.edu/policy/index.html.
Confidentiality in Higher Education
Students with disabilities are enrolling in institutions of higher education in increasing numbers. These students are protected from discrimination under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Recognizing that discrimination often occurs as a result of attitudinal barriers and misconceptions regarding the potential of persons with disabilities, these government mandates for nondiscrimination carry within them rules regarding the confidential treatment of disability related information. The intent of this document is to provide information about how these rules impact day-to-day activities in postsecondary institutions and to suggest appropriate practices to follow (Please click here for the entire policy)
