Dispute, Grievance, and Complaint Submission Process

Endicott College is committed to maintaining an inclusive, equitable, and respectful learning and working environment. The College encourages students, employees, and members of the community to raise concerns so they can be addressed promptly and fairly.

Endicott College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment and complies with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations advancing equal employment. The College's objective is to employ individuals qualified and/or trainable for open positions by virtue of job-related education, training, experience, and qualifications without regard to sex, race, religion, color, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin or citizenship, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable non-discrimination laws, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, age, marital status, national origin, ethnicity or veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by federal or state law, in the employment or in the application, admission, operation, participation, access and treatment of employees and students in any of the College’s programs and activities.

Report Discrimination, Harassment, or Sexual Misconduct

Members of the Endicott community who have concerns related to discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual misconduct should review the applicable policies and reporting procedures below:

Other Complaint, Grievance, and Appeal Processes

Depending on the nature of your concern, the following College procedures may apply:

Individuals with concerns regarding academic quality, academic integrity, institutional policies, institutional procedures, or other College matters that do not involve discrimination or harassment may submit a complaint in writing, by phone, or in person to any manager-level employee or College official with whom they feel comfortable. Concerns may also be directed to the Office of Human Resources at humanresrouces@endicott.edu or 978-232-2086.

Filing a Complaint with External Agencies

Individuals also have the right to file complaints with the appropriate state or federal agencies. In many cases, complaints must be filed within 300 days of the alleged violation.

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
JFK Federal Building, Room 475
Boston, MA 02203
617-565-3200

Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD)
1 Ashburton Place, Room 601
Boston, MA 02108
617-727-3990