The office of the Department of Public Safety
Quinn Administration Building
Plaza Level

Phone Numbers:
Campus phone call 911
c: 617-287-1212

UMB Alert System

When reporting an emergency, be prepared to provide the following information:

Enrollment in UMB Alert System will provide you with critical information regarding emergencies and public information in the most efficient manner possible.

What is the UMB Alert System?

The UMB Alert System is a software program that allows UMB officials to notify the campus community of emergencies and public information in a timely and concise manner. This is just one of a number of means to convey this information, but one that can provide information directly to you.

What means of communication does the system use?

The UMB Alert System will initially send emergency alerts to all UMB subscribers via e-mail. This is the default mode by which all UMB subscribers will receive messages In order to receive text and voicemail alerts, users must provide a contact phone number by visiting the system's website. While participation in the text and voice message notification is optional, enrolling is strongly encouraged.

When will the UMB Alert System be used?

The system will be used to convey information related to emergencies with the potential to adversely affect our campus community, as well as public information that may also need to be conveyed in a timely and concise manner.

How to Enroll:

Read the UMB Alert System FAQ's

Access UMB Alert System at: https://umb.ecoporte.com/emergency/jsp/home/home.jsp
Provide the email addresses that you use most frequently.
Provide your cell phone number to receive text messages.
You can change, update, or remove your contact information anytime you wish.