Discrimination and Harassment
Policy 110
Introduction
1.1 This policy prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment based on protected class status. This policy also prohibits all forms of retaliation against any individual because of their participation in the reporting, investigation, or adjudication of alleged violations of this policy.
Scope
Individuals Covered by this Policy
2.1.1 This policy applies to all members of the Appalachian State University community including students, faculty, and staff, as well as visitors and contractors.
Jurisdiction
2.2.1 The University has authority to address any prohibited conduct, as outlined in this policy, that occurs on university premises. The University also reserves the right to address off-campus behavior prohibited by this policy when it is determined that the off-campus behavior is detrimental to the University and its educational mission. In making the determination of whether to address off-campus behavior pursuant to this policy, the Associate Vice Chancellor for Equity, Diversity and Compliance will consider the seriousness of the allegation, the risk of harm, whether those involved are members of the University community, whether alleged misconduct is part of a series of actions that occurred both on and/or off campus and other factors relevant to the impact of the alleged misconduct on the University community.
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