Recommendation for approval will be presented via administrative channels to the President by March 1. The objective of the University is to provide an environment in which faculty, staff, and students may pursue their careers and studies with a maximum of productivity and enjoyment. Behavior or conduct which interferes with this goal will not be tolerated. It is the policy of the University to maintain a work place and a learning environment free of sexual harassment and intimidation.
Sexual harassment is illegal.
Legal Basis Harassment of students on the basis of sex is a violation of Section 106.31 of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. 39.03 Texas Penal Code, as stipulated in House Bill 370 passed in the 71st Legislative Session, and the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act of 1983. If a complaint of sexual harassment is filed in good faith, any faculty member, staff member or student may pursue a grievance as set forth in the procedures outlined below without fear of reprisal. The willful and unnecessary disclosure of confidential information by anyone, including the alleged victim, regarding a sexual harassment complaint to any person without a need to know will result in appropriate disciplinary measures against the offending party. If the complaint involves the DOS, the complaint should be filed with the EEO Office.