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diff --git a/handbook.md b/handbook.md index 4a2d2e7..f34609c 100644 --- a/handbook.md +++ b/handbook.md @@ -4841,9 +4841,9 @@ independent confidential evaluation of the materials submitted by the candidate for the promotion dossier (see [Section 3.b.i](chapter-4.html#chapter-4-section-3bi)). -In cases of promotion to (full) Professor and (full) Professor of -Teaching, the Joint Promotion Committee will add a fifth source of -information: + In cases of promotion to (full) Professor and (full) Professor of + Teaching, the Joint Promotion Committee will add a fifth source of + information: 5. Letters of appraisal solicited by the Joint Promotion Committee (see [Section 3.a.v](chapter-4.html#chapter-4-section-3av)) from @@ -4854,15 +4854,15 @@ confidential evaluation of the materials submitted by the candidate for the promotion dossier (see [Section 3.b.i](chapter-4.html#chapter-4-section-3bi)). -Solely for cases of promotion to (full) Professor, only, the Joint -Promotion Committee will add a sixth source of information: + Solely for cases of promotion to (full) Professor, only, the Joint + Promotion Committee will add a sixth source of information: 6. Sponsored research activity data for the last five years when available. -The Joint Promotion Committee also collects other materials in the -summer or the fall, as necessary, to arrive at a fair and equitable -evaluation of the candidate. + The Joint Promotion Committee also collects other materials in the + summer or the fall, as necessary, to arrive at a fair and + equitable evaluation of the candidate. #### v. Selection and Solicitation of Peer Reviewers {#chapter-4-section-3av} @@ -9837,7 +9837,7 @@ committed by persons of any gender identity, and it can occur between people of the same or different sex. Use of alcohol or other drugs will not excuse any behavior that violates this policy. -1. *Sexual Harassment* +##### 1. Sexual Harassment Sexual Harassment is unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature, including sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, @@ -9881,12 +9881,12 @@ include: > intimidating manner; or delivering unwanted letters, gifts, or > other items of a sexual nature. -2. *Sexual Assault* +##### 2. Sexual Assault Sexual assault is any intentional sexual contact or activity that occurs without the consent of any individual involved. -3. *Sexual Exploitation* +##### 3. Sexual Exploitation Sexual Exploitation is purposefully taking sexual advantage of another person without consent. Examples of sexual exploitation include: @@ -9907,7 +9907,7 @@ person without consent. Examples of sexual exploitation include: + Administering alcohol or drugs (such as "date rape" drugs) to another person without their knowledge or consent. -4. *Gender-motivated Stalking* +##### 4. Gender-motivated Stalking Stalking is defined as a pattern of actions or course of conduct directed at a specific person over time that would cause a reasonable @@ -9934,7 +9934,7 @@ may include, but is not limited to, non-consensual communication, telephone calls, voice messages, emails, texts, letters, notes, gifts, or any other communication that are repeated and undesired. -5. *Relationship Abuse* +##### 5. Relationship Abuse Relationship abuse is defined as behavior that serves to exercise control and power in an intimate relationship. The behaviors can be @@ -9954,7 +9954,7 @@ period of time; controlling or monitoring behavior; being verbally and/or emotionally abusive; and exhibiting extreme possessiveness or jealousy. -6. *Sexual or Romantic Relationships in the Workplace or Academic Environment* +##### 6. Sexual or Romantic Relationships in the Workplace or Academic Environment *With undergraduate students.* Except in rare and unusual circumstances involving preexisting relationships, sexual and romantic relationships @@ -9984,7 +9984,7 @@ romantic relationship with one of the enrolled students, he or she is obligated to inform the instructor of the course so that alternative arrangements can be made. -7. *Retaliation* +##### 7. Retaliation Retaliation means any materially adverse action or threat taken or made against an individual, including through third parties and/or @@ -10005,7 +10005,7 @@ determined not to be accurate. #### ii. Consent -1. *What is Consent?* +##### 1. What is Consent? Consent is the positive, unambiguous, and voluntary agreement to engage in specific sexual activity throughout a sexual encounter. @@ -10034,7 +10034,7 @@ important to remember: + Consent can be withdrawn at any time before or during sexual activity. -2. *What is Not Consent?* +##### 2. What is Not Consent? Consent may not be inferred from silence, passivity or a lack of objection. The absence of a negative response, such as silence or a @@ -10049,7 +10049,7 @@ to: + Not fighting back + A verbal "no" that may sound indecisive or insincere -3. *Consent Can Never Be Given By:* +##### 3. Consent Can Never Be Given By: + *Someone who is incapacitated.* It is a violation of this Policy to engage in sexual activity with a person who an individual knew or @@ -10067,7 +10067,7 @@ whose mental disability or cognitive impairment renders them incapable of giving consent and the disability/impairment is known or should have been known to the non-disabled sexual partner. -4. *Consent and the Use of Alcohol or Drugs* +##### 4. Consent and the Use of Alcohol or Drugs The use of alcohol or drugs does not relieve an individual of the obligation to obtain consent before initiating and/or engaging in @@ -10137,37 +10137,41 @@ you or someone you know has recently been assaulted: b. Reporting Sexual Misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator and or Deputy Title IX Coordinators -The Title IX Coordinator plays an integral role in carrying out the -University's commitment to provide a positive learning, teaching and -working environment free from sexual misconduct and -discrimination. Any student, faculty member, or staff member who has -concerns about sexual misconduct is encouraged to seek the assistance -of those listed below. They will provide information on resources for -assistance and options to address concerns. Those options may vary -depending on the nature of the situation, whether the individuals -involved are students, faculty, or staff members, the wishes of the -individuals involved regarding confidentiality, and whether the -individuals involved prefer to proceed formally or informally. - -During business hours, anyone who has experienced sexual misconduct or -is aware of someone who may have been the victim of sexual misconduct -may contact the Title IX Coordinator or any Deputy Title IX -Coordinator. Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and -Deputy Coordinators can be found [HERE](https://www.wpi.edu/offices/equal-opportunity-outreach). + The Title IX Coordinator plays an integral role in carrying out + the University's commitment to provide a positive learning, + teaching and working environment free from sexual misconduct and + discrimination. Any student, faculty member, or staff member who + has concerns about sexual misconduct is encouraged to seek the + assistance of those listed below. They will provide information on + resources for assistance and options to address concerns. Those + options may vary depending on the nature of the situation, whether + the individuals involved are students, faculty, or staff members, + the wishes of the individuals involved regarding confidentiality, + and whether the individuals involved prefer to proceed formally or + informally. + + During business hours, anyone who has experienced sexual + misconduct or is aware of someone who may have been the victim of + sexual misconduct may contact the Title IX Coordinator or any + Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Contact information for the Title IX + Coordinator and Deputy Coordinators can be found + [HERE](https://www.wpi.edu/offices/equal-opportunity-outreach). c. Reporting Sexual Misconduct Anonymously -If you are concerned about a visitor, student, faculty, or staff -member who may have experienced a Title IX violation or may have -committed a Title IX violation, you may report the situation -anonymously by clicking [HERE](https://fs28.formsite.com/webteamwpiedu/report-your-concern/index.html?_gl=1*h08ddl*_gcl_au*MTg0Mzk1NzA3Ni4xNzM1ODM4NDQ3*_ga*MjA5MDQ5NjMxNi4xNzM5Mjg3Njg2*_ga_RE35PKQB7J*MTc0MDA2ODkzNi42LjEuMTc0MDA2OTExMi4xNi4wLjA.). In that case, you will not be -contacted and will remain anonymous. If you wish, you may include -your contact information, so we may contact you if we have additional -questions. - -NOTE: This is not a system to use for emergencies. In case of an -emergency, regardless of time of day, in which someone's well-being is -in jeopardy, please contact Campus Police at +1-508-831-5555. + If you are concerned about a visitor, student, faculty, or staff + member who may have experienced a Title IX violation or may have + committed a Title IX violation, you may report the situation + anonymously by clicking + [HERE](https://fs28.formsite.com/webteamwpiedu/report-your-concern/index.html?_gl=1*h08ddl*_gcl_au*MTg0Mzk1NzA3Ni4xNzM1ODM4NDQ3*_ga*MjA5MDQ5NjMxNi4xNzM5Mjg3Njg2*_ga_RE35PKQB7J*MTc0MDA2ODkzNi42LjEuMTc0MDA2OTExMi4xNi4wLjA.). + In that case, you will not be contacted and will remain anonymous. + If you wish, you may include your contact information, so we may + contact you if we have additional questions. + + NOTE: This is not a system to use for emergencies. In case of an + emergency, regardless of time of day, in which someone's + well-being is in jeopardy, please contact Campus Police at + +1-508-831-5555. ### f. Initial Steps and Investigation of Reports of Sexual Misconduct