L. Faculty Member Seeking Advanced Degree at Florida State University. M. Faculty Absences. N. Academic Year. The academic year, as defined in University policy, runs from the Saturday before the beginning of the orientation and registration period in the fall semester until the day specified for the turning in of final grades at the end of the spring semester. O. Sexual Harassment Policy.
Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination based on a person s gender.
Sexual harassment is contrary to the University s values and moral standards, which recognize the dignity and worth of each person, as well as a violation of federal and state laws and University rules and policies. Sexual harassment cannot and will not be tolerated at The Florida State University, whether by faculty, students, or staff, or by others while on property owned by or under the control of the University. Employees and students who engage in sexual harassment will be subject to applicable disciplinary processes. Acts of sexual harassment which also constitute sexual battery or other violation of criminal law will be referred to the appropriate authorities for prosecution. Under the University s sexual harassment policies and procedures, the Office of the University s Coordinator of Sexual Harassment Complaints within the Office of the Inspector General is designated to receive and investigate sexual harassment complaints as set forth in the University policy and to maintain records pertaining thereto.