To honor the dignity and inherent worth of every individual student, employee, or applicant for employment or admission is a goal to which every member of the university community should aspire and to which officials of the university should direct attention and resources. Employees who believe this policy has been violated in their employment relationship with the university may use the staff grievance procedure. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance or alcohol is prohibited on all University-owned or controlled property and at University sponsored or supervised activities. The University has an obligation to provide a healthy and safe environment for all students, employees and visitors to its campuses. The University of Missouri, in accord with providing a positive discrimination-free environment, mandates that sexual harassment in the workplace or the educational environment is unacceptable conduct.
Sexual harassment is subject to discipline, up to and including separation from the institution.
The University prohibits retaliation against any person who brings an accusation of discrimination or sexual harassment, or who assists with the investigation or resolution of sexual harassment. The University may discipline an employee or student who has been determined to bring an accusation of sexual harassment in bad faith. To determine suitability for employment or continued employment, the University of Missouri has the right to check the criminal conviction records of any employee or applicant for employment. Consideration will be given to the relationship between the conviction and the responsibilities of the position that is or will be held. Conviction is defined as including all felonies and misdemeanors except minor traffic violations in relation to any position which does not require driving.