The University鈥檚 requirement not to discriminate on the basis of sex extends to admission and employment. Inquiries or complaints regarding sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX, including Sex Discrimination should be directed immediately to the Title IX coordinator, Tiwana Barnes.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (鈥淭itle IX鈥�), is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination and provides, "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." This federal law is observed and upheld by the University as one of it's many non-discrimination policies. Other policies in accordance to State and Federal laws prohibiting discrimination on these bases include, but are not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and Title 20 of the State Government Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland.
Have questions about Title IX at UBalt? Our FAQ section is here to help you better understand your rights, the reporting process, available support resources, and the University's responsibilities under federal law. Whether you're looking for confidential support, details about training, or how to file a report, these FAQs are a great place to start.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)
We welcome the entire UBalt community to join in bringing awareness of sexual assault. We have a host of upcoming events. Registration is not required.
Thursday, April 10, 2025, 3 鈥� 5 PM
Student Center Game Room - Meet & Greet with Title IX Coordinator and Dir of DEI, Tiwana Barnes, and Decorate T-shirts for SAAM.
Thursday, April 17, 2025, 4 - 6 PM
Student Center Lobby and, 12 - 2 PM Law Center Lobby - T-Shirt Giveaway - all day tabling event to raise awareness about resources and distribute and decorate t-shirts.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 11:30 AM 鈥� 1:30 PM
Law Center, 5th Floor - Meet & Greet with new Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging for the Law School, Stephen Cirino and Title IX Coordinator and Director of DEI, Tiwana Barnes
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 12 PM - 1:00 PM
Virtual Shattering Silence: An Exploration of Sexual Assault Awareness Programs ()
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 12 PM
Gordon Plaza - Denim Day - All students and staff are encouraged to wear their denim and t-shirts they decorated and teal pins and take a large group photo in Plaza (with Marketing).
All Month - Students who did not make it to events can stop into DIS to get a t-shirt and decorate it.
