Title IX
Title IX
At MassBay, we affirm the inherent worth of every member of our community. Our commitment is to provide a learning and working environment built on fairness, respect, and equal opportunity.
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Title IX and Affirmative Action
We welcome the variety of people and ideas that strengthen our College, and we strive to ensure that all students, faculty, and staff are treated with dignity and have equitable access to participate fully in our programs and activities.
MassBay is committed to providing a learning, working, and living environment for students, employees, and other members of the College community, which values the backgrounds of all people. In addition, MassBay is in full compliance with all federal and state laws mandating universal access and equal treatment for all.
The Board of Higher Education and the Boards of Trustees of the Massachusetts community colleges maintain and promote a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of protected class(es)/classification(s) as follows:
- Race
- Creed
- Religion
- Color
- Gender
- Gender Identity
- Sexual Orientation
- Age
- Disability
- Genetic Information
- Maternity Leave
- Military Service
- National Origin
MassBay strictly prohibits all forms of sexual-based harassment.
The Policy of Affirmative Action (PAA) outlines the College’s policies and procedures on sex-based harassment, sex discrimination, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, sexual exploitation, and retaliation towards those who report such incidents
For more information on the definitions of each of these violations, please visit Definitions in the PAA.
We want to make it clear to all community members that all forms of sex discrimination have no place on our campus and prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972:
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
—Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities such as:
- Admissions
- Coursework
- School-sponsored extracurricular activities
- Athletics
- Financial aid and scholarships
- Career Counseling
- Lab and Clinical work
MassBay is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal and effective access to all programs provided by the College in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Per the College's non-discrimination and accommodation for persons with disabilities section of the Affirmative Action Policy, it is illegal to discriminate against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability.
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Lisa MacDonald
Associate Dean of Equity Assurance Title IX Coordinator
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Dan Pace
Assistant Vice President for Human Resources Deputy Title IX Coordinator
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Josh Cheney
Associate Dean of Students Deputy Title IX Coordinator
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Get Help Now for Sex-Based Harassment
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, including assault or harassment, get to a safe place and seek help immediately.
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Pregnant & Parenting Student Rights
Title IX forbids discrimination against students due to pregnancy or related conditions, ensuring equal participation, excused absences, and comparable special services.
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What is Consent?
Consent is informed, voluntary, mutual, and can be given through clear words or actions. It cannot be given under coercion, intoxication, or incapacitation, and may be withdrawn anytime.
Reporting: Harassment and/or Discrimination Complaints
Reporting to the College is personal and difficult. The College supports individuals experiencing harassment or discrimination, offering resources and options regardless of when or where it occurs.