Policy Against Retaliation

The University is committed to prohibiting retaliation against those who, in good faith, based upon reasonable belief, report or may report, oppose, or participate in an investigation of alleged wrongdoing in the workplace. By way of example only, participating in an investigation of alleged wrongdoing in the workplace includes, but is not limited to:

• • Filing a complaint with a federal, state, or local enforcement or administrative agency;
  • Participating in or cooperating with a federal, state, or local enforcement agency that is conducting an investigation of the University regarding alleged unlawful activity;
  • Testifying as a party, witness, or accused regarding alleged unlawful activity;
  • Associating with another Employee who is engaged in any of these activities;
  • Making or filing an internal complaint with the University, to a person with authority over the Employee or to a person with authority to investigate, regarding alleged unlawful activity; and
  • Providing notice to the University regarding alleged unlawful activity.

The University strictly prohibits any adverse action/retaliation against an Employee or non-employee for participating in an investigation of any alleged wrongdoing in the workplace. Any Employee determined to be responsible for violating this Policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including separation of employment. Moreover, any Employee, including any Supervisor or Manager, who condones or ignores potential violations of this Policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including separation of employment.