Full and engaged participation in trainings and education can help prevent sexual harassment and sexual violence. It can also equip you with knowledge of reporting options, resources and UMass Lowell's processes.

Training Materials

The Title IX team at UMass Lowell has received training from the Association of Title IX Administrators (atIXa) including the following. For the training dates, please refer to the dates below, rather than the dates within the linked downloadable materials. The presenters may also differ.

Employee Training

Preventing Harassment and Discrimination, with Title IX and Clery training for all employees provides interactive exercises that enhance skills to respond and prevent harassment on our campus; and practical tips on creating a safe, inclusive environment for learning and work. To request enrollment, please contact Equal Opportunity and Outreach at 978-934-3565 or Equal_Opportunity@uml.edu.

If you have been sexually assaulted:

  1. Get to a safe place.
  2. Don’t change your clothes, shower or go to the bathroom. To find out how to preserve evidence, contact the UMass Lowell Police Department (see Contacts) or any local police department.
  3. You are strongly encouraged to talk to a UMass Lowell professional staff member or contact UMass Lowell Police, 978-934-4911 or ext. 44911.
  4. You are strongly encouraged to go to Lowell General Hospital to be examined. Seeking medical attention at a SANE Hospital also is strongly encouraged. Lowell General Hospital is the closest SANE hospital in this area. The University Police will provide transportation in an unmarked car if you need assistance.

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 at 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 at 978-934-4911. Officials with Authority must report concerns of which they learn within 24 hours.