European-American University™

I. The University asserts and endorses the right of all students and staff to work in an atmosphere free from sexual harassment. It does not tolerate sexual harassment and takes steps to ensure that working relationships are defined by mutual respect.

II. The University defines sexual harassment as any conduct of a sexual nature that is unwelcome to the recipient. An act must be unwelcome in order to be considered sexual harassment.

III. Victims of sexual harassment may be of the same or the opposite sex to the harasser.

Complaints of sexual harassment
IV. A person who believes him or herself to be the victim of sexual harassment should contact his or her University Mentor immediately. If the complaint concerns the University Mentor, it should be made via the University's general administration, where it will be dealt with by a senior University officer. If the complaint is made by a member of staff concerning a student, it should be addressed to the President. Complaints can only be considered concerning personnel who are on the staff of the University.

V. The member of staff who is dealing with the case will initiate an investigation. An independently-witnessed statement will be sought  from each of the parties involved. The parties will be required to suspend all contact, whether electronic, by telephone, in writing or in person for the duration of the investigation, and breach of this will be treated as non-co-operation with the investigation. The aim will be to conclude the investigation within two weeks.

VI. The University will endeavour to maintain confidentiality, but cannot guarantee this. However, it is University policy that information will be shared on a strictly need-to-know basis.

Consequences of the investigation
VII. If the accusation of sexual harassment is found to be true after investigation, action may be taken against the person concerned including, but not limited to, verbal/written reprimand, suspension with or without pay, expulsion and dismissal. In considering disciplinary action, the seriousness of the case, as well as the wishes of the accuser, will be taken into account.

VIII. Retaliation against any party concerned will not be tolerated and individuals taking such action will face disciplinary charges.

IX. If the complaint is found to be false after investigation, disciplinary action will be taken against the accuser.

X. If the complaint is unresolved, no action will be taken against either accused or accuser.

XI. Refusal to co-operate with the investigation, for example the refusal of a witness to give a statement, shall be subject to disciplinary action.

XII. If the case merits it, the University may recommend that the accuser report it to the police in the jurisdiction concerned, or the University may do so itself.