What Should I Do?

Learn about your options, rights and resources if you have been impacted by sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence or stalking: Learn more.

UMass Lowell recognizes that sexual assault, sexual violence, and sexual harassment can happen to anyone, anywhere. The university is committed to:
  • prevention
  • addressing all concerns with fairness
  • supporting anyone impacted
UMass Lowell has the obligation to review and respond to complaints of sexual harassment of all forms, and prevent its recurrence. 
All employees who are NOT considered Confidential Employees as defined in the Equal Opportunity Nondiscrimination and Harassment Plan and Case Processing Manual (pdf) (p. 13) are required to report incidents of Sexual Harassment a form of Sex Discrimination under Title IX, as defined in these Guidelines, to the Title IX Coordinator. 
Reports may be submitted via the online reporting tool on the UMass Lowell Equal Opportunity website, via email at equal_opportunity@uml.edu, or by calling (978) 934-3565.
If someone asks you for help or wishes to discuss a concern with you, please let the person know that there are confidential resources available on campus. Please ensure that they understand that if they speak with you, you must report their concerns. When the university learns of concerns, it can also inform the individuals involved of their rights, and offer resources and other assistance.
During meetings regarding sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking, all persons have the right to be accompanied by an advisor. 

Reporting sexual violence or sexual harassment to the Title IX Coordinator, an Official with Authority, or the UMass Lowell Police Department will give the opportunity of providing resources to you. Or, you may report a concern online. When doing so, providing your identifying information is optional.

Report a Concern Online

There are multiple ways for faculty, staff, students and visitors to share concerns regarding inappropriate behavior or actions. You can do so online, by phone, in person or anonymously. For all your reporting options, visit the Report a Concern page.

If you have a disability or limited English proficiency and need reasonable accommodations or language services to file a complaint or to access the university’s programs or activities, please contact the office of Equal Opportunity and Outreach by phone: 978-934-3565.

Our office reviews online and phone reports between 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. If this is an emergency, please contact the UMass Lowell Police Department by phone: 978-934-4911. Officials with Authority must report concerns of which they learn within 24 hours.