Emergency Contact Information
- If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, call the Center for Counseling and Mental Health’s 24/7 phone number at 413-542-2354 or reach the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741 (in the U.S.).
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is easier than ever to access; simply dial 988.
- If you are on campus or in Massachusetts and can wait a few hours for help, we offer urgent mental health care for Amherst College students from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. by calling the CCMH at 413-542-2354.
- In the event of an immediate, life-threatening emergency on campus, call the Amherst College Police emergency line at 413-542-2111. For students off campus or out of state, call 9-1-1.
For Issues Related to Bias
For issues related to bias (i.e., any acts directed against a person on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, national origin, mental or physical disability, political belief or affiliation, veteran status, or genetic information), use the link below for resource information, or contact Maureen Holland, Interim Director of Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator, at crtixoffice@amherst.edu, or 413-542-5707. If urgent and on campus, contact ACPD at 413 542-2111. If urgent and off campus, call 9-1-1.
For Issues Related to Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Stalking, Sexual Assault, Rape, or Physical Abuse
For issues related to harassment, sexual harassment, stalking, sexual assault, rape, or physical abuse, use the link below for resource information, or contact Maureen Holland, Interim Director of Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator, at crtixoffice@amherst.edu, or 413-542-5707. If urgent and on campus, contact ACPD at 413 542-2111. If urgent and off campus, call 9-1-1.