Equal Opportunity

The University of Massachusetts Medical School (UMMS) does not discriminate in education or employment and strives to maintain an educational and work environment that is safe, civil, respectful, humane, and free of all forms of harassment and discrimination.  These efforts are guided by policies and procedures that reflect the culture of the institution as well as all applicable Federal and State laws.  All members of the UMMS community have responsibility for upholding University policies and related procedures, which are aligned with the goals of affirmative action, inclusion, and equal opportunity.  

Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW. Screen Reader optimized EEO is the LAW PDF here. 
For printing/posting in the workplace: In English as well as other languages.

The Diversity and Inclusion Office has primary responsibility for the administration of civil rights-related policies. These policies cover race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions) sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, covered veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law in admission, treatment, employment, programs, services, and activities.

University students, faculty, staff, residents, and post-docs can become familiar with these policies through the links at the right of this page or the drop-down menu from the main DIO home page.  Information about the laws related to each policy is also provided. 

Special resources and information designed to prevent or address sexual misconduct are provided on the DIO CARE website: Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education (for sex discrimination and violence).   

Questions, concerns, or complaints related to any policy under Diversity Office oversight may be directed to the DIO office email at 508-856-2179. 

Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

UMMS Community Civility Statement

Appropriate Treatment of Learners   -  Procedure for reporting and addressing mistreatment of students and learners in educational programs

Class Show Guidelines 

Consensual Amorous Relationships  -  UMMS expectations on relationships between faculty and students/ managers and employees

Responding to  Protected Class Discrimination: Policy and Procedure

Holiday Guidelines – Creating an inclusive and respectful work environment during the Holiday season

Responding to  a  Hostile Work Environment

Responding to Sexual Harassment:  Policy and Procedure

Social Media Guidelines -  Respectful use of social media

Responding to  Sex Discrimination in Education: Title IX Policy and Procedures

 

Other  Information and Resources

Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education - CARE Site for UMMS/DIO 

Affirmative Action Plan

Disciplinary Action Appeals Process

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the Law Poster (external PDF)

EEO is the Law website (has alternate language options)

Retaliation  - What it is.  How to avoid it.

Link to other DIO Resources