The University has established an anonymous reporting hotline, independently administered by a third-party provider NAVEX EthicsPoint, to allow for anonymous and confidential reporting of activities that may involve improper conduct or violations of Boston University policies. All reports will be investigated promptly and discreetly by the University, receiving careful consideration with the objective of addressing any improper conduct or violation of University policy. This hotline is not a substitute for, nor does it supersede, any existing reporting methods or protocols for handling concerns and complaints. If you would like to report your concern to Boston University directly and are uncertain how to begin, contact Compliance Services (comply@bu.edu; 617-358-8090) for assistance.

If you would like to discuss your concerns confidentially, contact the Office of the Ombuds or submit an anonymous complaint through the BU Ethics and Compliance Hotline.

All complaints or incidents related to a person’s characteristics that are protected by law – such as shared ancestry, ethnicity, race, national origin, religion, gender, and others – must be reported through the University’s Equal Opportunity Office. Once the EOO receives those reports, a Bias Review Team will address those that that fall outside of EOO’s purview. 

Reports of sexual misconduct, harassment, or discrimination must be reported to the Equal Opportunity Office using their Incident Report Form.

You are encouraged to discuss any concerns directly with your supervisor, unit or department head, dean or senior leader responsible for your area.

Consider contacting the individuals responsible for specific areas of compliance, which are identified in the Compliance Matrix.

Office/Source – For Specific Issue(s)

• Equal Opportunity Office – Harassment, discrimination, sexual misconduct, and any bias concerns or incidents
  Email: eoo@bu.edu; EOO’s Incident report Form 
• Global Programs – Academic programs, research or travel abroad
  Email: global@bu.edu; Refer to Global Programs website for specific contact information
• Human Resources – Employment issues
  Email: hr@bu.edu; Phone: 617-353-2380
• Internal Audit – Financial, fraud, compliance or ethical issues
  All general inquiries for Internal Audit & Advisory Services, under Financial Affairs, should be submitted through our Customer Service Portal. If you would prefer to connect by phone, please call Internal Audit & Advisory Services at  617-353-2215. If you are unable to reach someone at that number, please contact Financial Affairs Administration at 617-353-2290 during normal business hours (Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm).
• Office of the General Counsel – Legal or ethical issues or questions
  Email: buogc@bu.edu Phone: 617-353-2326
  Boston University’s Office of the General Counsel represents the University. University attorneys cannot provide personal legal advice. Resources for personal legal advice and resources for students are available. If you need legal assistance in connection with University business, please submit a request for assistance.
• Office of the Provost – Academic affairs, faculty issues, or student issues
  Email: provost@bu.edu; Phone: 617-353-2230
• Office of Research Compliance – Research activities, including scientific misconduct, research safety, animal welfare, or other safety or research compliance matters
  Resources to report concerns are detailed on the Research Support website.
• Debt & Treasury Management – Financial issues
  Phone: 617-353-2290 or 617-353-2272; Email: treasury@bu.edu
• Director Health Privacy and Compliance – Privacy of Health Information
  Phone: 617-358-3124; Email: jcaptain@bu.edu
• Compliance Services – Any compliance or ethics issues or concerns
  Email: Comply@bu.edu; Phone: 617-358-8090