UMass Amherst Jewish Affairs

Office of Jewish Affairs

University Policies


Certain policies of the University of Massachusetts Amherst
are particularly relevant for Jewish students, staff, and faculty
(and for members of other minority groups).

Here are the most important such policies:


Class Absence for Religious Observance

Religious Symbols, Decorations, and Displays

Residential Candle Policy

Holiday Fire Safety Guidelines

Freedom of Speech

Guidelines for Classroom Civility and Respect

Hate Graffiti Response Protocol



Other University policies can be found on the following websites:

UMass Amherst Policies & Procedures

Code of Student Conduct