Or a third party might take exception to pejorative comments, and, based on the discussion server's location on the University network, institute legal action against the University. Because the discussion group is an ancillary use of information technology, its consumption of University resources makes it an unacceptable use of University information technology. In keeping with its long-standing tradition and policies, the University of Chicago, in admissions, employment, and access to programs, considers students and employees on the basis of individual merit and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, or other factors irrelevant to study or work at the University. The Affirmative Action Officer is the University official responsible for coordinating its adherence to this policy and the related federal and state laws and regulations. The University is committed to preventing, correcting, and disciplining sexual harassment.
Sexual harassment can take many forms.
Without feeling constrained by specific definitions, any person who believes that his or her educational or work experience is compromised by sexual harassment should feel free to discuss the problem with Dean Cosgrove or any Sexual Harassment Complaint Advisor. The Complaint Advisors are administrators located throughout the University who are available to assist you in addressing these issues. Complaint Advisors are listed in Student Manual of Univeristy Policies and Regulations , in the University's sexual harassment brochure, and on the website. A complete description of the Alcohol Policy is available in the Student Manual of Policies and Regulations . Such functions must comply with all applicable University guidelines.