The policy of the University of Nevada, Reno states that sexual harassment of students, employees, and users of university facilities is unacceptable and prohibited. This stance is consistent with the university's efforts to maintain equal employment opportunity, equal educational opportunity, non-discrimination in programs, services, and use of facilities, and the affirmative action program. Sexual harassment is the introduction of sexual activities or comments into the work place or learning situation. However, sexual harassment may also involve relationships among equals. Repeated sexual advances or demeaning verbal behavior have a harmful effect on a person's ability to study or work.
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Any problems encountered concerning your contract, salary, or term of appointment should first be taken to the head of your department or other person responsible for your employment. You should first take any complaints regarding grades or academic standards directly to the professor involved. If the outcome is unsatisfactory, take the complaint in writing to the department chairman, and finally to the dean of the appropriate college if necessary. If disciplinary action is taken against you by the university, you will be notified in writing immediately, and the proper steps will be taken. Any complaints involving your students should first be handled by you.