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University of Massachusets Athletics
Nondiscrimination Statement
UMass Athletics will continue to provide annual diversity and inclusion education and programming for all student-athletes and staff through UMass Aspires and Real Talks. The Athletic Department will also continue to partner with the Stonewall Center at UMass, encouraging student-athletes and staff to attend gender and sexuality education workshops.
To report harassment or gender inequity in Athletics contact Kirsten Britton, Senior Associate AD/Sport Administration/SWAD/Deputy Title IX Coordinator, and “Stonewall Center allyship training participant”: Kirsten Britton | britton@umass.edu | 413-545-4086
Title IX Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Reporting (Resources)
The University of Massachusetts, Amherst and UMass Athletics are committed to fostering an environment in which all members of our campus community are safe, secure, and free from misconduct and harassment of any form, including but not limited to, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, sexual assault, dating and intimate partner violence, stalking, and retaliation. Our community expects that all interpersonal relationships and interactions – especially those of an intimate nature – be grounded upon mutual respect, open communication, and clear consent.
The University encourages all members of our community to promptly report allegations or concerns involving the above-mentioned conduct. Prompt reporting allows the university to carefully assess the allegations and undertake any necessary steps to eliminate the conduct, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects.
Athletics staff including coaches, administrators, trainers, and others are required to report actual or perceived disclosures of prohibited misconduct and harassment to the University’s Title IX Coordinator. Reporting allows the university to provide appropriate support to the victim, and other necessary support to address the situation.
Reports should be made to the Title IX Coordinator. The University’s Title IX Coordinator is Kerri Thompson Tillett, J.D. who also serves as the Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access (“EOA”).
Reports may be submitted to Ms. Tillett via the following:
· In-person at the EOA office located at 225 Bartlett Hall, 130 Hicks Way, Amherst, Massachusetts 01003
· Phone: (413) 545-3464 · Email: TitleIXCoordinator@umass.edu
· Web Submission: https://www.umass.edu/equalopportunity/report-concern
Reports can also be made to Kirsten Britton - Senior Associate AD/SWA, who serves as the designated Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Athletics. Reports can be directed to Ms. Britton at via email (britton@umass.edu), phone (860-771-0403), or in person (Boyden RM 221). Any report filed with Ms. Britton will be shared with the Title IX Coordinator. Together, they will coordinate the university’s response. The Equal Opportunity and Access office is responsible for investigating complaints arising out of the Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment, and Related Interpersonal Violence and the Title IX Policy & Procedures. EOA is tasked with coordinating the university’s response to reports of prohibited conduct, as well as provides advice, assistance, and training on all issues related to harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct, sexual harassment under Title IX, and retaliation.
Other campus offices can provide support, resources, and reporting options (either private or confidential). An up-to-date list of these offices, as well as external resources, can be found here: https://www.umass.edu/equalopportunity/resources.
The safety of our campus and community is paramount. If the report or concern is an emergency, contact the Umass Police Department (cell phone users dial (413) 545-3111 for the UMPD emergency line, all campus landlines call 9-1-1) for the quickest response. If the emergency is off-campus, please contact local law enforcement immediately.
For support or to report incidents you can also contact:UMass Police Department: 413-545-3111
Dean of Students Office: 413-545-2684
Center for Women & Community Rape Crisis Hotline: 413-545-0800
Center for Women & Community: 413-545-0883
Center for Counseling & Psychological Health: 413-545-2337
Student Conduct & Community Standards: 413-545-6281
Student Legal Services Office: 413-545-1995
Fan Code of Conduct
UMass Athletics hopes to provide a memorable gameday experience for all guests. Please help us enhance the fan experience by demonstrating sportsmanship at all times. If you encounter unruly behavior, please contact a game management representative. Spectators shall refrain from using foul, abusive, offensive or discriminatory language or gestures on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, race, national origin, religion, military status, disability status, or any other characteristic. Spectators must remain off the playing surfaces at all times. UMass reserves the right to remove, without refund, any individuals disrupting other guests, team representatives, or officials.
LGBTQ+ Educational Resources
Stonewall Center at UMass
UMass Athletics supports the Stonewall Center at UMass and its mission to provide support, resources, programming, and advocacy for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual (LGBTQIA) and allied students, staff, and faculty at UMass Amherst and for the larger Pioneer Valley. The Stonewall Center works with other campus departments and offices and local organizations to foster student-learning, development, and leadership; promote academic excellence; build LGBTQIA communities; and enhance the lives of people of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Click HERE for more information about the Stonewall Center at UMass.
UMass Sport Psychology Services
Dr. Nicole Gabana: Licensed Psychologist and Director of Sport Psychology, UMass Athletics
Office: Boyden 38
UMass Sport Psychology provides a confidential space for all student-athletes to express and address concerns related to mental health, adjustment/transition, sexual orientation, gender identity, discrimination, family issues, relationships, and a range of other topics related to sport and personal life.
Student-athletes are encouraged to contact Dr. Gabana via email to set up an appointment: ngabana@umass.edu.
Center for Counseling and Psychological Health (CCPH)
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.: (413) 545-2337
Emergency on-call services: (877) 831-7421
Location: Middlesex House, 111 County Circle, Amherst, Mass. 01003
Services Offered:
• Crisis Intervention
• Individual Therapy
• Workshops and Group Therapy
• Mind / Body Medicine
• Mindfulness
• Psychiatric Consultation
• Assessment Services
• Consultation and Education
• Athletic Health Enhancement
• Eating Disorder Consultation
• Sexual Assault Services
• Substance Abuse
• Suicide Prevention
NCAA Resources
UMass Athletics supports the NCAA’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and gender equity. As a core value, the NCAA believes in and is committed to diversity, inclusion, and gender equity among its student-athletes, coaches, and administrators. It seeks to establish and maintain an inclusive culture that fosters equitable participation for student-athletes and career opportunities for coaches and administrators from diverse backgrounds. The NCAA recognizes that diversity and inclusion improve the learning environment for all student-athletes, and enhances excellence within the Association. Click HERE for more information about NCAA Resources.