Employee Policy Information and Volunteer Opportunities

The Office of Institutional Compliance and Title IX (OIC) will host informational and training programs for staff and faculty.

Two sessions will be offered to provide overviews of the Non-discrimination and Anti-harassment (Title VI-VII) Policy, and the Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct (Title IX) Policy, and policies related to employee accommodations requests for disabilities, pregnancy or religious reasons. Become acquainted with University policy and handling of matters related to reports of harassment and discrimination based upon the protected classes, and learn what constitutes sexual harassment/misconduct and how to report incidents to the University.

• Wednesday, Feb.18, 3:30 p.m., in-person, Brennan 228, Pearn Auditorium
  Scheduled to accommodate both day and evening employees.

• Friday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. virtual, via Zoom
  Please register here for a Zoom link for University Policy Virtual Session.

Also, consider volunteering to support students, faculty, and staff participating in the Title IX process by learning more about the policies and procedures related to reports of sexual harassment and misconduct.

• Title IX-Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Grievance/Hearing Process Training for Volunteers

OIC offers online training for faculty and staff interested in learning more about the Title IX adjudication process. This important training is for individuals willing to serve the University community in Title IX (sexual harassment and sexual misconduct)-related matters, supporting students, faculty and staff. Title IX process roles may include party advisors, hearing panelists and informal process facilitators. This video may be completed at your convenience.

Register here to receive the link for Title IX Process Volunteer Training.

Please contact the OIC at [email protected] or 570-941-6645 with any questions related to trainings, topics and reporting options.