2013-14 Student Handbook discriminatory behavior. 7. Have open discussions on controversial subject matters as they relate to the various forms of bigotry, prejudice, and discrimination that exist in society. 8. Join clubs or organizations to become better informed and to help reduce discriminatory behavior.
26. Sexual Harassment Jamestown College depends on the cooperative effort of its staff and employees to achieve its mission. An atmosphere of professionalism, marked by mutual trust and respect, is essential for cooperation to exist. It is imperative that members of this community be able to pursue their endeavors on behalf of the College in reliance on those common attributes. That atmosphere is damaged whenever the expectation of trust and common interest is abused in pursuit of personal interests not in concert with the interest of the College or the best interest of the individual members of the College community. Sexual and interpersonal harassment is conduct which violates these common expectations, and is unprofessional, illegal and unethical. The College prohibits such conduct by any member of the staff, or by any person, organization or entity which partakes of the benefits or privileges of this College. Jamestown College policy defines sexual harassment as sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when (1) submission to such conduct is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual’s employment or receipt of services, (2) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment, educational advancement, or other decisions affecting such individual, or (3) such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or performance, or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working or educational environment. Sexual harassment is considered a form of discrimination. Jamestown College policy defines
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interpersonal harassment as verbal or physical behavior which is derogatory, abusive, bullying, threatening or disrespectful based on what a reasonable person would judge to be unacceptable behavior. The behavior results in psychological, economic or physical harm. Individuals who believe they have been the subject of sexual or interpersonal harassment may obtain redress through the established informal and formal procedures of the College. Complaints about sexual or interpersonal harassment will be responded to promptly. Confidentiality will be provided to the extent possible. Any person who, or entity which, engages in sexual or interpersonal harassment will be subject to discipline or debarment in accordance with the policies and procedures of this College. Employees and students have the right to be free from sexual harassment during the course and scope of their employment or engagement in activities at the College. Supervisory employees and instructional personnel are required, as a condition of their employment, to enforce this policy statement by seeking to eliminate sexual harassment in the work and educational environment under their jurisdiction, by reporting incidents of sexual harassment to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dean of Students or Vice President for Business Affairs, and by periodically informing supervised employees and students about this policy statement and their rights and obligations hereunder. All employees are prohibited from engaging in acts of sexual harassment directed toward other employees, or individuals associated with the College. Employees and students are encouraged to remind other employees and students of the policy of the College prohibiting sexual harassment and to report incidents of sexual harassment to their supervisor and / or the Vice President for Business Affairs. Students have the right to be free from sexual harassment during the pursuit of their activities at the College. Students are encouraged to report incidents of sexual harassment to the Dean of Students or Vice