Campus Safety
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Over 115 emergency "HELP" phones are located at strategic points on campus. See our Help Phone Location Map [PDF].
These phones are easily identified by their yellow boxes topped with blue lights. When the red emergency button is pushed, the caller is in immediate contact with the UMPD. In addition to providing voice contact with a police dispatcher, HELP phone use also enables a dispatcher to pinpoint the caller's location.
Help Phone Locations as of September 2022
- 358 N Pleasant St.
- Baker House
- Bartlett – West Side
- Berkshire DC – South Side- Malcom X
- Berkshire House – South Side
- Birch
- Boyden Field – Tunnel Entrance
- Brett House
- Brooks House
- Brown House
- Burma Trail – Orchard Hill
- Bus Shelter B – Stadium Rd.
- Bus Shelter C – Olympia Dr.
- Bus Shelter D – Lot 12 behind Parking Services
- Bus Shelter E – Mass Ave / Sunset
- Butterfield House
- Campus Center Parking Garage – Loading Dock
- Campus Center Parking Garage – Exit (4th Level)
- Campus Pond – West Side
- Cance House – Front (North Side)
- Cashin House
- Chadbourne House
- Champions Center S. West – Back Door
- Chenoweth
- Computer Science – North Entrance
- Computer Science – Southwest Corner
- Conte Loading Dock
- Coolidge Tower
- Crabtree House
- Crampton House
- Curry Hicks
- Dickinson House
- Draper Annex – East Side
- Durfee – North Side
- Dwight House
- ELAB II – North End
- ELAB II – South End
- Elm East
- Elm West
- Emerson House
- Field House
- Franklin DC ATM
- Furcolo
- Gordon Hall
- Goodell – Upper Entrance
- Gorman House
- Grayson House
- Greenough House
- Hamden DC ATM
- Hamlin House
- Health Services – Main Entrance
- Herter – Haigis Mall @ Bus Stop
- ILC East – Second Floor
- ILC North – First Floor
- ILC West – Second Floor
- ISB East
- ISB East – Second Floor
- ISB West
- James House
- John Adams Tower
- John Q Adams Tower – East Side
- John Q Adams Tower – West Side
- Johnson House
- Kennedy Tower
- Knowlton House
- Leach House
- Lewis House
- Life Science Lab – East Side
- Life Science Lab – West Side
- Linden
- Lot 22 East Side – University Dr.
- Lot 44 – South of Cashin
- Lot 44 to Lot 49 Pathway
- Lot 66 – North Side of Furcolo
- Lot 71 – Entrance to Whitmore
- Mackimmie House – Front (East Side)
- Mackimmie House – Rear (West Side)
- Mahar Auditorium
- Maple
- Mary Lyon House
- Mather Admissions Building
- McGuirk Stadium – Lot 11
- McGuirk NE Bathroom’s – Mens
- McGuirk NE Bathroom’s – Womens
- McGuirk NW Bathroom’s – Mens
- McGuirk NW Bathroom’s – Womens
- McGuirk Practice Bubble
- McNamara – On Path to Lot 44
- McNamara House
- Memorial Hall/Herter – On Pathway Between
- Melville House
- Moore House
- Morrill – Between IV &II
- Mullins Center – Northwest Team Entrance
- Mullins Center – Southwest Media Entrance
- Mullins Practice Rink – Southeast Side
- Nelson House
- North A
- North B
- North C
- North D
- North Pleasant St. Bus Stop
- Oak
- Observatory
- Olympia Drive – Lot 13
- Orchard Hill Walkway
- Orchard Hill – Lot 49
- Patterson House – Front (East Side)
- Patterson House – Rear (West Side)
- Photo Lab
- Pierpont House
- Prince House
- Rec Center East
- Rec Center West
- Robsham Visitors’ Center – (Currently Unavailable During Construction)
- South College
- Skinner Hall East
- Skinner Hall West
- Southwest Tunnel – North End
- Student Union – Southwest Corner
- Thoreau House
- Totman – Lot 27
- University Drive – Bike Path near Dallas Mall
- University Drive – Bike Path near James
- Van Meter House – East Side
- Van Meter House – West Side
- Washington Tower
- Webster House
- Wheeler House – East
- Wheeler House – West
- Whitmore – East Side Main Entrance
- Wilder – East Side
- Windmill Lane - North Side
- Windmill Lane – South Side
- Worcester DC ATM
The UMPD works in partnership with the staff of Residential Life to ensure that our 45 residence halls are safe places to live.
Residence Hall Safety Features
UMass Amherst uses a variety of systems to keep the residence halls safe. The doors are locked 24/7 and residents must use their UCards to enter. A student’s UCard will only work at his or her residence hall. All exterior doors are connected to a silent alarm system, which is monitored remotely by the Housing and Residence Life staff as well as the police.
Additionally, 350 security cameras monitor the residence halls. The cameras are focused on the main entrances and areas of high pedestrian traffic. Residence hall security monitors staff the lobbies from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. on weekdays and from 8:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m. on weekends, checking IDs and registering guests. On the weekends, police cadets join them for added support.
Help Keep Your Residence Halls Safe
- Follow residence hall guidelines.
- Do not share your keys and UCards.
- Report lost keys or UCards immediately.
- Lock your door, even if you are leaving the room for just a moment.
- Always use main entrances and exits–except during a fire alarm.
- Do not prop any exterior doors.
- Don’t let anyone “tailgate” you—don’t let a stranger follow you into the residence hall as you enter.
- Show proper ID to the security staff and keep your UCard hall stickers valid.
- Always register your guests.
- Notify staff of broken doors and security equipment.
- Tell police or security if you see any attempts to tamper with safety equipment or undermine security.
- Report suspicious activity to the police.
Click here for information about lock-outs, lost keys, and more.
Safe Celebrations is a campus-wide collaborative policy designed to educate students about the rules, policies, and laws surrounding parties, sporting events, and large gatherings. The intent is to give students an understanding of what is permitted, what actions will prompt a police response, and how they should behave if there is a police response.
UMPD has found that educated students have a greater tendency to “police” themselves so that a police response is not necessary. If a police response is needed, the students understand the reason for the response, and behave in an appropriate fashion. UMPD and the university educate students and parents regarding safe celebrations through posters, handouts, table tents, emails, and newspaper articles.
Questions? Refer to Student Affairs and Campus Life's Acceptable Fan Behavior FAQs or contact us.
UMass/Amherst is a very safe, walkable, and well illuminated campus, however it is also a large campus. It's ok to feel uncertain walking around, especially at night.
The Watch for Me Campaign is a University-wide initiative to encourage everyone commuting the University’s sidewalks, roadways and other public areas to be alert, limit distractions, and be aware of everyone around them in order to create a safer environment for everyone on campus. The University wants everyone to be aware of the rules and laws that govern these areas and encourage its community members and visitors to take an active role in keeping themselves and others safe on campus.
Pedestrians
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Walk on the sidewalk.
- Walk facing traffic if there is no sidewalk.
- Make eye contact with drivers when crossing the street (be sure that they see you).
- When crossing multiple lanes of traffic, be sure to stop and look at each lane to be sure another vehicle isn't passing one that has already stopped.
Bicycles
- Travel with vehicle traffic if possible (abide by the same rules that vehicles do).
- If traveling on the sidewalks yield to pedestrians (they have the right of way)
- Travel at a safe speed and always leave room to react.
- Walk your bike through crosswalks.
- When traveling the roads always slow down when approaching intersecting streets, driveways, and crosswalks.
Vehicles
- Observe the speed limits (the fastest speed limit on campus is 35mph).
- Do not be a distracted driver, don't text and drive, it's against the law!
- Wearing earbuds/headphones while driving is also against the law!
- Yield to pedestrians in the crosswalks.
- Always be aware, campus is a busy place and pedestrians and bicycles can come out of nowhere.
- Leave yourself extra time to commute to campus...don't be in a hurry.
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Personal Safety
Student Guide to Frauds and Scams
Please click here for the Students Guide to Frauds and Scams, as published by IAFCI (International Association of FInancial Crimes Investigators). This guide provides useful information regarding online fraud including social media, ride-share, student loan scams, and much more!
IAFCI Student Guide to Frauds and Scams (pdf)
Latest Fraud/Scam Alerts
For information regarding the latest scam and fraud alerts use the link below:
http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/scam-alerts
IRS Fraud
The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information. This includes requests for PIN numbers, passwords or similar access information for credit cards, banks or other financial accounts.
If you receive an email that you feel is fraudulent, do not open any attachments or respond in any way. Visit the following websites to find out what steps you can take:
https://www.irs.gov/uac/IRS-Urges-Public-to-Stay-Alert-for-Scam-Phone-Calls
ICE Your Cell
UMPD recommends pre-programming of cell phones with the UMPD dispatch number (413) 545-2121. Dispatchers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer your call. Enter ICE (In Case of Emergency) UMPD (413) 545-2121 into your cell phone contacts.
Identity Theft
If you are the victim of identity theft or fraud, report it using Online Incident Reporting. In addition, keep all papers, receipts, cancelled checks, mail from companies, etc. related to this crime. We may contact you to get these items if needed. Keep copies for your records.
Groups To Contact
Get in touch with these groups if you are a victim of identity theft or fraud. You may need to provide the report number you receive at the end of the online incident report.
- Equifax http://www.equifax.com/ 1-800-525-6285
- Experian http://www.experian.com/ 1-888-397-3742
- Trans Union http://www.transunion.com/ 1-800-680-7289
- U.S. Federal Trade Commission http://www.ftc.gov/ 1-877-438-4338
- Registry of Motor Vehicles https://www.mass.gov/info-details/ask-the-rmv (617) 351-4500
Identify Theft Prevention Tips:
- Protect your social security number and only give it out when required by law.
- No bank, auction site or other business should send you an email asking you to enter credit card information, passwords, social security numbers or other personal information. Often these fake emails will contain links to pages that look real but are not. If you suspect you are being directed to a fake site please go to the actual home web site of the company and inform them of what has happened.
- Avoid mail theft by obtaining a locked mailbox and dropping off outgoing mail at the local post office or postal mailbox.
- Do not give out your personal information or credit card number over the phone unless you initiated the call.
- Shred credit card offers and bank statements before you throw them away if you do not plan on using them.
IRS Fraud
The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information. This includes requests for PIN numbers, passwords or similar access information for credit cards, banks or other financial accounts.
If you receive an email that you feel is fraudulent, do not open any attachments or respond in any way. Visit the following websites to find out what steps you can take:
https://www.mass.gov/protecting-yourself-if-your-identity-is-stolen
https://www.irs.gov/uac/IRS-Urges-Public-to-Stay-Alert-for-Scam-Phone-Calls
Like It. Lock It. Keep It.
Don’t become one of this year’s statistics. If you leave your room—even for a minute—lock your door to protect your belongings. You are visiting this website most likely because you received a post-it note indicating that your door was found unlocked. Below you will find useful tips that will aid you in securing your valuables. Analysis of data pertaining to larcenies from offices and dorm rooms shows that most items are stolen from locations that are left unsecured.
Office Security
Your protection and protection of your property starts with your willingness to take a few simple steps:
- Keep your purse, wallet, or other valuables with you at all times or lock them in a drawer or closet.
- Lock your office door whenever you leave. Cash left on your desk or in an unlocked drawer is a great temptation to thieves.
- Request authorization from persons asking for confidential information or from delivery or repair people who want to enter an area restricted to employees.
- If you are responsible for office keys, don't leave them on your desk or in the top drawer where they could be taken or copied easily.
- Give keys only to those who have a legitimate need and make sure they are returned.
- If keys are lost or stolen notify the Police Department immediately at (413) 545-2121.
Secure Your Laptop
Secure your laptop with a security cable to a desk. We have not had a reported theft of a laptop with a security cable attached.
- Never leave your laptop unattended, even for a moment.
- Be certain to back up all important data daily. Remember the hardest thing to replace when a laptop is stolen is the data.
- Protect your data and access to your computer with strong passwords.
- Do not leave your laptop in your vehicle. If you must, secure it in the trunk.
- Secure your laptop in your office or work area in a locked closet or cabinet.
- Consider installing a theft recovery tracking device on your PC. If it is lost or stolen you will have a greater chance of recovery.
- Register Your Laptop with Project Protect.
Phone and Phishing Scams
Every year there are students and employees that are (or almost are) frauded by phone or phishing scams. These scams can be easy to fall for if you dont know what to look for. Here are some tips.
Phone Scams
If you get a call from someone you don’t know who is trying to sell you something you hadn’t planned to buy, say "No thanks." And, if they pressure you about giving up personal information — like your credit card or Social Security number — it’s likely a scam. Hang up and report it to the Federal Trade Commission.
Often, scammers who operate by phone don’t want to give you time to think about their pitch; they just want you to say "yes." But some are so cunning that, even if you ask for more information, they seem happy to comply. They may direct you to a website or otherwise send information featuring “satisfied customers.” These customers, known as shills, are likely as fake as their praise for the company.
Here are a few red flags to help you spot telemarketing scams. If you hear a line that sounds like this, say "no, thank you," hang up, and file a complaint with the FTC:
- You've been specially selected (for this offer).
- You'll get a free bonus if you buy our product.
- You've won one of five valuable prizes.
- You've won big money in a foreign lottery.
- This investment is low risk and provides a higher return than you can get anywhere else.
- You have to make up your mind right away.
- You trust me, right?
- You don't need to check our company with anyone.
- We'll just put the shipping and handling charges on your credit card.
IRS Fraud
The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information. This includes requests for PIN numbers, passwords or similar access information for credit cards, banks or other financial accounts.
If you receive an email that you feel is fraudulent, do not open any attachments or respond in any way. Visit the following websites to find out what steps you can take:
- Avoiding Scams & Fraud: Mass.gov
- Protecting Yourself If Your Identity Is Stolen: Mass.gov
- IRS Urges Public to Stay Alert for Scam Phone Calls
- Report phishing and online scams: IRS.gov
How to Handle Unexpected Calls
Questions to Ask
When you get a call from a telemarketer, ask yourself:
- Who’s calling…and why? The law says telemarketers must tell you it’s a sales call, the name of the seller and what they’re selling before they make their pitch. If you don’t hear this information, say “no thanks,” and get off the phone.
- What’s the hurry? Fast talkers who use high pressure tactics could be hiding something. Take your time. Most legitimate businesses will give you time and written information about an offer before asking you to commit to a purchase.
- If it’s free, why are they asking me to pay? Question fees you need to pay to redeem a prize or gift. Free is free. If you have to pay, it's a purchase — not a prize or a gift.
- Why am I “confirming” my account information — or giving it out? Some callers have your billing information before they call you. They’re trying to get you to say “okay” so they can claim you approved a charge.
- What time is it? The law allows telemarketers to call only between 8 am and 9 pm. A seller calling earlier or later is ignoring the law.
- Do I want more calls like this one? If you don’t want a business to call you again, say so and register your phone number on the National Do Not Call Registry. If they call back, they’re breaking the law.
Some Additional Guidelines
- Resist pressure to make a decision immediately.
- Keep your credit card, checking account, or Social Security numbers to yourself. Don't tell them to callers you don't know — even if they ask you to “confirm” this information. That's a trick.
- Don’t pay for something just because you’ll get a “free gift.”
- Get all information in writing before you agree to buy.
- Check out a charity before you give. Ask how much of your donation actually goes to the charity. Ask the caller to send you written information so you can make an informed decision without being pressured, rushed, or guilted into it.
- If the offer is an investment, check with your state securities regulator to see if the offer — and the offeror — are properly registered.
- Don’t send cash by messenger, overnight mail, or money transfer. If you use cash or a money transfer — rather than a credit card — you may lose your right to dispute fraudulent charges. The money will be gone.
- Don’t agree to any offer for which you have to pay a “registration” or “shipping” fee to get a prize or a gift.
- Research offers with your consumer protection agency or state Attorney General’s office before you agree to send money.
- Beware of offers to “help” you recover money you have already lost. Callers that say they are law enforcement officers who will help you get your money back “for a fee” are scammers.
- Report any caller who is rude or abusive, even if you already sent them money. They'll want more. Call 1-877-FTC-HELP or visit ftc.gov/complaint.
Phishing Scams
When internet fraudsters impersonate a business to trick you into giving out your personal information, it’s called phishing. Don't reply to email, text, or pop-up messages that ask for your personal or financial information. Don’t click on links within them either – even if the message seems to be from an organization you trust. It isn’t. Legitimate businesses don’t ask you to send sensitive information through insecure channels.
Examples of Phishing Messages
You open an email or text, and see a message like this:
"We suspect an unauthorized transaction on your account. To ensure that your account is not compromised, please click the link below and confirm your identity."
"During our regular verification of accounts, we couldn't verify your information. Please click here to update and verify your information."
“Our records indicate that your account was overcharged. You must call us within 7 days to receive your refund.”
The senders are phishing for your information so they can use it to commit fraud.
How to Deal with Phishing Scams
Delete email and text messages that ask you to confirm or provide personal information (credit card and bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, passwords, etc.). Legitimate companies don't ask for this information via email or text.
The messages may appear to be from organizations you do business with – banks, for example. They might threaten to close your account or take other action if you don’t respond.
Don’t reply, and don’t click on links or call phone numbers provided in the message, either. These messages direct you to spoof sites – sites that look real but whose purpose is to steal your information so a scammer can run up bills or commit crimes in your name.
Area codes can mislead, too. Some scammers ask you to call a phone number to update your account or access a "refund." But a local area code doesn’t guarantee that the caller is local.
If you’re concerned about your account or need to reach an organization you do business with, call the number on your financial statements or on the back of your credit card.
Action Steps
You can take steps to avoid a phishing attack:
- Use trusted security software and set it to update automatically.
- Don't email personal or financial information. Email is not a secure method of transmitting personal information.
- Only provide personal or financial information through an organization's website if you typed in the web address yourself and you see signals that the site is secure, like a URL that begins https (the "s" stands for secure). Unfortunately, no indicator is foolproof; some phishers have forged security icons.
- Review credit card and bank account statements as soon as you receive them to check for unauthorized charges. If your statement is late by more than a couple of days, call to confirm your billing address and account balances.
- Be cautious about opening attachments and downloading files from emails, regardless of who sent them. These files can contain viruses or other malware that can weaken your computer's security.
If you might have been tricked by a phishing email:
- File a report with the Federal Trade Commission at www.ftc.gov/complaint.
- Visit the FTC’s Identity Theft website. Victims of phishing could become victims of identity theft; there are steps you can take to minimize your risk.
- Report the incident to your local Police Department.
Most of the information on this page was obtained from the FTC website.
Restraining Orders
In order to get a restraining order, a judge must recognize that you are being abused or afraid of the person you are getting the order against.
Your UCard is your student ID card and provides access to your residence hall. As a debit card, the UCard helps protect you financially. You do not need to carry cash or a checkbook, or use an ATM. The funds in a UCard account are as secure as those of any bankcard. If it is lost or stolen, you can deactivate it immediately. In addition, federal regulations limit your exposure to theft if the loss is reported promptly. Visit the UCard site for complete information.
Public Safety
Bomb Threat
If you see a suspicious package or object or are alerted to a bomb threat:
- Do not touch or disturb the object.
- Call UMass Amherst Police Department (UMPD) Emergency Number: 413-545-3111
- Relay as much information as possible.
Be Prepared to Evacuate
If you are told to evacuate, as you leave, look around for anything suspicious to report to the authorities.
Bomb Threat Check List: Guidance for Bomb Threats by Phone
If you receive a bomb threat by phone, be prepared. Read the Bomb Threat Call Taker Check List Procedure [PDF] developed by UMPD and Emergency Management Services. It offers guidance to those people who may be in the position to receive a bomb threat via telephone. If a threat is received, either by telephone, email, or other means, always contact UMPD immediately ar 413-545-3111.
Emergency Preparedness
Familiarize yourself with our guidelines for what to do in an emergency situation.
Active Threat Program
While much has been focused on shooting incidents, threats to your physical safety come in many forms. It is an unfortunate reality that we must even consider the possibility. Individuals may be armed with firearms, knives, or personal weapons. Other individuals may verbally threaten violence or be in mental health crisis. The term "Active Threat" is used to describe the threat as immediate and ongoing. These situations evolve quickly and require immediate action on your part.
Read more about the Active Threat Program.
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The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) along with the UMPD and Housing and Residence Life, oversees fire safety at UMass Amherst with a full-time staff of fire prevention...
The Department of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) along with the UMPD and Housing and Residence Life, oversees fire safety at UMass Amherst with a full-time staff of fire prevention professionals. The staff inspects buildings, tests and recharges fire extinguishers, investigates fires and fire alarms, checks fire alarm systems, tests laboratory safety showers, and insures that all fire hydrants, fire pumps, standpipes, and sprinkler systems are in good working order. They also work with residence hall staff to run programs for the campus community on fire safety, evacuation, and reporting.
Fire Drills
Fire safety staff and residence hall staff regularly conduct fire drills. For everyone’s safety, students must take these drills seriously and evacuate whenever a fire alarm sounds. The residence hall staff runs programs with students to teach the safe and proper ways to exit buildings. Students should remember to lock their doors when they leave, as thefts during fire alarms are a common problem. Residents who do not leave during a fire alarm are subject to Housing and Residence Life sanctions and possible legal action.
Students should identify the closest fire exit as soon as they move in (wall plaques in the halls show the safest route).
Suspicious Package: Common Characteristics
A suspicious object may come in the form of a package or envelope. Some common characteristics include:
- Package or envelope with suspicious leaks, stains, or powdered substances
- Package is rigid, bulky, or has excessive tape/string
- Poor handwriting, misspellings, improperly addressed
- Excessive postage, no postage, or no/strange return address
- Ticking, vibration, abnormal sounds, strange odors
- Generic addressee and restrictive markings
- Unexpected and from someone unfamiliar
- Irregular placement of object
If You Find a Suspicious Package
If you find a suspicious package, call UMPD at 413-545-3111.
- Provide a detailed description of the item and its location.
- Do not move, alter, open, examine, or disturb the item.
If you already handled the item:
If you already handled the suspicious package item, gently put it down in a secluded area and step away from the area. Leave the package where it is. Clear the immediate area until the police arrive. Wait in a safe place until police arrive. Emergency personnel will provide additional guidance after their assessment.
Weapons Advisory
The UMass Amherst Police Department would like members of the campus community to be informed about the state laws that apply on campus that may differ from what was acceptable at your previous residence. One such area of concern involves firearms and dangerous weapons. The presence of firearms in a college setting can be disruptive and frightening to the members of the community. While most people immediately recognize the hazards, some may be unaware or naïve about the laws of the Commonwealth regarding firearms and other weapons.
It is a violation of Massachusetts General Law to possess a firearm on school grounds (this includes your residence hall room). It does not matter if you are properly licensed to carry a firearm in the State of Massachusetts; it is still a crime to bring it to UMass Amherst. (Unlicensed possession is an additional and more serious crime.) The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court has recently ruled that even a “BB gun” is a firearm for purpose of this statute. The more obvious firearms include pistols, rifles, and shotguns. If it is determined that you have a firearm or other dangerous weapon at this university, you are subject to criminal prosecution in State Court and/or suspension or expulsion from UMass Amherst.
MGL Chapter 269 s 10(j)
“Whoever, not being a law enforcement officer…carries on his person a firearm…loaded or unloaded or other dangerous weapon in any building or on any grounds of any elementary or secondary school, college or university… shall be punished by a fine of not more than one thousand dollars or by imprisonment for not more than one year, or both.”
MGL Chapter 269 s10 (felony) also prohibits possession of “dangerous weapons” and lists many types of weapons that are considered inherently dangerous, including but not limited to: several types of knives, metallic knuckles, nunchaku (two sticks attached to each other by a rope, chain…), shuriken or similar pointed star like throwing object, any armband, made with leather which has metallic spikes, points or pointed studs, or other dangerous weapon.
If you unwittingly brought any dangerous weapon to UMass Amherst it is in your best interest to remove it from the premises immediately. If you are found to have a dangerous weapon in your possession, the consequences may affect your future ability to obtain or maintain a firearms license, in addition to the penalties listed above.
If you have knowledge of someone in possession of a firearm or dangerous weapon, or if you have other concerns about this issue please contact the UMPD at 413-545-2121 (5-2121 from campus phones), the UMPD Detective Unit at 413-545-0893, or through the anonymous tip line (413-577-8477, 7-8477 from campus phones).
This notice is intended for informational purposes only and is not the result of any investigation or specific knowledge about the existence of illegal items.
Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence
No one deserves to be abused or assaulted. Combating physical and sexual violence is a priority at the UMass Police Department. We believe in the right of all persons to live without fear, abuse, oppression and violence.