Offices and Policies
Non-Discrimination Policy
The Tufts Non-Discrimination Policy establishes uniform guidelines in order to promote a work and educational environment at Tufts University that is free of discrimination and harassment and to affirm the University's commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action. This policy applies to faculty, staff and applicants for employment, students, and third parties (including visitors, patients and community members).
Bias Education and Resource Team (BERT)
The BERT focuses on community understanding, education, support, and engagement and differs from other University processes concerning reporting, investigating, adjudicating, and/or sanctioning incidents, including violations of Tufts' Non-Discrimination Policy and/or hate crimes. Members of the BERT will convene as soon as possible after a report of an incident of bias. They will develop and recommend educational programming and resources for the community in collaboration with other offices; and, if determined appropriate, develop dialogue or healing spaces.
Bias Education and Resource Team
Counseling and Mental Health Services
Counseling and Mental Health Services is a diverse team of clinicians who are passionate about college mental health. They offer a range of free and confidential services to all undergraduate and graduate students who have paid a Health and Wellness fee.
Counseling and Mental Health Services
Office of Equal Opportunity
The Office of Equal Opportunity ensures that the University maintains compliance with all federal, state, and local laws pertaining to anti-discrimination, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title IX, and affirmative action. It resolves complaints of discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual misconduct.
Office of the Dean of Student Affairs
Student Affairs is a central resource and can help you out when you’re not sure where to start. We support an inclusive and safe community for all students and promote leadership development in partnership with many other campus offices. Our mission is to help all Tufts thrive in our living and learning community.
Additional Policies For Faculty and Staff
Responding to Students
The Office of Equal Opportunity provides resources for students, faculty, and staff to navigate concerns both inside and outside of the classroom. Quick reference guides are available to address emergencies and misconduct.
Office of the Secretary of the Faculty
The Office of the Secretary of the Faculty serves as a resource for faculty members, staff, and administrators across Arts, Sciences, and Engineering (AS&E). The office provides administrative and logistical support to faculty members in the School of Arts and Sciences and the School of Engineering. Along with the Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences and the Dean of the School of Engineering, the Secretary of the Faculty is also an officer of the faculty, according to the bylaws, and maintains the bylaws of AS&E and the associated schools.
Visit the Secretary of the Faculty Website AS&E Faculty Handbook