Sexual Harassment, including sexual violence and other Covered Conduct, is a violation of both law and University policy and will not be tolerated in the University community. The University is committed to fostering an environment that encourages prompt reporting of all types of Sexual Harassment; a timely response to reports; the provision of equitable support services and resources; and a fair, impartial, and equitable investigation and resolution process.
The University treats Complainants and Respondents equitably throughout the proceedings outlined in this Policy. Respondents are presumed not responsible for any alleged conduct until a determination regarding responsibility is made at the conclusion of the proceedings outlined in this Policy.
The expectations and procedures outlined in this Policy apply to all members of the University community, including faculty, staff, and students.
Alleged sexual harassment or interpersonal misconduct that is not Covered Conduct is addressed under University Policy , Sexual Misconduct and Interpersonal Violence. The University strives to complete the proceedings outlined in this Policy within sixty 60 Days, excluding any appeals, of a Formal Complaint. If the proceedings outlined in this Policy take longer than one hundred twenty Days, the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX will provide a written explanation to all Parties as to the reason s for the delay.
The procedures in this Policy differ from the criminal justice system in scope, purpose, procedure, and outcome, and are not designed to replace state or federal criminal laws or procedures. Faculty, staff, and students may be accountable to both civil authorities and to the University for acts that constitute violations of law and this Policy.
