2016 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

The University of Cincinnati (UC) is a community of more than 55,000 students, faculty, and staff who work, live, and study at a variety of campuses inside and outside the city of Cincinnati. The Annual Security and Fire Safety report is written to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Ace (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act passed by Congress. This report is provided annually on or before October 1. Since the last report, UC’s Department of Public Safety has made significant improvements in the safety, security and fire services provided to the UC community. It is our hope that these innovations and improvements will enhance provided safety and security services. Public Safety collaborates with many community partners, from within the university and City of Cincinnati, to share information, solve problems and enhance safety in order to maintain a high level of preparedness. In the report you can learn about UC’s institutional policies concerning campus security, including sexual assault and other matters, how UC educates the community about safety through UC Aware email notifications and other educational outreach initiatives, and how UC issues timely warnings (UC Safety Alerts) for emergencies and crimes that present a serious or continuing safety threat. Additionally, the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report include crime statistics that occurred during the 2013-2015 calendar years:   

On campus Off-campus in buildings or property owned or controlled by the university or university recognized student organizations On public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from UC’s campuses

As required by the 2008 amendments to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report also contains fire prevention policies and information about fire safety equipment within university owned and/or operated on-campus residence halls. Additionally, the report includes statistics for all fire events that occurred in campus residence halls during the 2013-2015 calendar years. Please familiarize yourself with the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. For more information about the programs and policies outlined in the report, or to request a paper copy, call 513-556-4900 or email [email protected]. Please join us in these efforts by reading this report, enhancing your safety knowledge and utilizing available safety resources. Sincerely,

Chief Anthony G. Carter Chief of Police University of Cincinnati

POLICY ON REPORTING THE ANNUAL DISCLOSURE OF CRIME STATISTICS The safety and well-being of all members of our community are of great concern to the University of Cincinnati (UC). Many departments and employees are dedicated to making the campus a safer place to live and work. A safe environment depends on the cooperation and involvement of individuals like you. We encourage all members of the UC community to use this report as a guide for safe practices on and off campus. To comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Public Safety prepares this report and works with several university offices and public agencies—such as the Office of the Dean of Students, General Council, Student Affairs, and multiple local police departments—to gather the information herein. Each entity provides updated data on its educational efforts and programs. Campus crime, arrest, and referral statistics include those reported to Public Safety, designated campus officials (including but not limited to directors, deans, department heads, designated resident life staff, student conduct staff, advisors to students and student organizations, and athletic administrators), and local law enforcement agencies. This publication contains information to aid in the cooperative effort of creating a safer campus. It contains specific information on safety and security, crime prevention, patrol operations and breadth of authority, policies relating to reporting crime, campus disciplinary procedures, and crime statistics for the three previous calendar years. These statistics reflect reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University of Cincinnati, and on public property that is immediately adjacent to and accessible from each of our campuses the campus. This publication is posted on the University of Cincinnati’s website by October 1 each year. We notify all students, staff, and faculty of the website via email and informational postings within the campus. A copy of this report can be obtained online at http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety/annual-security-report.html All current or prospective faculty, staff, and students can obtain a paper copy by calling 513-556-1111, or by mailing this request or visiting Public Safety at: Three Edwards Center 51 West Corry Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45221-0215 Additional information about security, crime prevention programs, and crime statistics is available by contacting Public Safety at 513-556-4900.

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University of Cincinnati University of Cincinnati Department of Public Safety Divisions within the Department of Public Safety Services provided by the Department of Public Safety Uptown Campus Department of Education Clery Definitions Uptown Campus Crime Statistics Chart Uptown Campus Arrests & Disciplinary Referrals Blue Ash Campus Blue Ash Campus Crime Statistics Chart Blue Ash Campus Arrests & Disciplinary Referrals Clermont Campus UC East Campus Clermont/UC East Campus Crime Statistics Chart Clermont/UC East Campus Arrests & Disciplinary Referrals Victory Parkway Campus Crime Statistics Chart Victory Parkway Campus Arrests & Disciplinary Referrals 2016 Annual Fire Safety Report Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Safety Policy Appendix A: Title IX Contacts Appendix B: University and Off-Campus VAWA Resources Appendix C: Campus Security Authority (CSA) General Contact Information Appendix D: UC Title IX Grievance Procedure for Students and Third Parties Appendix E: Student Code of Conduct Suicide Prevention and Resources

University of Cincinnati

Mission Statement The University of Cincinnati serves the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world as a premier, public, urban research university dedicated to undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, experience-based learning, and research. We are committed to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive environment where innovation and freedom of intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, service, partnerships, and leadership, we create opportunity, develop educated and engaged citizens, enhance the economy and enrich our University, city, state and global community. About UC The University of Cincinnati offers students a balance of educational excellence and real-world experience. UC is a public research university with an enrollment of more than 55,000 students and has been named "Among the top tier of the Best National Universities," according to U.S. News & World Report. Today, more than a quarter-million living alumni count themselves as Bearcats — united not just by their loyalty to our nationally known sports teams, but by their common love of the place, the people and the ideas that make up the University of Cincinnati. The Place Of course, nothing beats walking our campus and seeing it for yourself. Come and see why Forbes Magazine says UC is among the world's most beautiful campuses. Schedule a visit, and we think you'll agree with the New York Times that UC has the "most ambitious campus-design program in the country." The People UC is so much more than inspiring architecture and a stunning campus. We are a premier academic institution and a public research powerhouse where more than 55,000 undergraduate and graduate students are empowered daily to challenge and change the world through some serious real-world learning opportunities. Learn about student life 1

The Impact As the largest employer in the region, UC’s economic impact is $4 billion. But it’s our connection to the community that truly makes a difference. From medical students volunteering their time in local clinics to undergrads participating in service learning to faculty and staff working side by side as part of UC Serves, we are everything but an ivory tower. The Ideas Founded in 1819, our urban university has inspired countless transformative ideas. Over the years, UC people have defeated polio, invented Benadryl and even dreamed up the very idea of cooperative education. And it is that sort of innovation that drives hundreds of programs here, dozens of which are ranked in the Top 50 by U.S. News and World Report.

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University of Cincinnati Department of Public Safety

The University Of Cincinnati Department Of Public Safety operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Ensuring a safe environment on and around campus is our highest priority. Public Safety provides all public safety and emergency response resources for the University of Cincinnati including our regional campuses UC Blue Ash and UC Clermont. Our Mission is, in partnership with the community, to provide services that promote a safe, secure and accommodating environment in order to enhance the University’s Mission. Public Safety has established key values that are used to guide our decision making process and collaborative partnerships within the university and Cincinnati communities. Our core values are: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, and Dedication. University of Cincinnati Department of Public Safety Three Edwards Center 51 West Corry Blvd. Cincinnati Ohio 45221-0215 Office: 513-556-4900 Non-Emergency number: 513-556-1111 Emergency number: 911 Email: [email protected] Website: www.uc.edu/publicsafety

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Divisions within the Department of Public Safety Police Officers The UC Police Department (UCPD) is a fully empowered law enforcement agency that has a compliment of 74 police officers. All police officers are certified by the state of Ohio (OPOTA) and have full police authority. All police officers participate in mandated and supplemental training to develop a strong acumen for varying fields within Law Enforcement such as investigations, K-9, crime prevention and community engagement among others. Patrol beats include main campus, medical campus, Victory Parkway campus, Blue Ash campus, Clermont campus and the neighborhoods surrounding UC’s main campus. Security Officers UCPD has a compliment of 26 non-sworn security officers to provide additional security support. Security officers are responsible for building unlocks and locks, motorist assistance, security for Langsam Library and the 24 hour computer lab and patrol. Patrol beats include main campus, medical campus, Blue Ash campus, Clermont campus and UC East campus. Emergency Communications Dispatchers UC Public Safety’s 911 Communication Center is the first point of contact by telephone that most students and employees have with Public Safety. The dispatch center operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. All dispatchers are certified by the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials, and are trained to answer 911 emergency and non-emergency calls. The dispatch center provides the following services:  Answering non-emergency lines, blue help phones, elevator phones, as well as calls for work control after hours  Radio dispatch for police, security, fire, alarm techs, parking, emergency maintenance, and Cincinnati State Police Officers  Monitor intrusion alarms, hold-up alarms, panic alarms, fire alarms across the campuses  Monitor Hamilton County and CPD District 4 and 5 radio traffic for any crimes that may lead towards campus  Monitor all the cameras on campus The UC community can use any UC phone to contact the dispatch center by dialing 6-1111 or 911. If you are not near a UC phone, you can use your cell phone by dialing 556-1111 for nonemergencies. If you have an emergency and a cell phone is used to call 911, the call will be routed to the nearest cell phone tower, to CPD dispatch. The City dispatcher will transfer the call to UC dispatch for a UC officer to respond or the City dispatcher will take the information and notify UC Dispatch themselves. Fire Prevention and Protection Unit

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The fire prevention and protection units are responsible for the inspection, maintenance and testing of all fire protection systems and alarms on UC’s campuses. Our team performs testing and maintenance as specified by the Ohio Fire Code and the National Fire Protection Association code (NFPA 25 & NFPA 96). The fire units partner with Facilities Management to ensure all water-based fire protection systems, such as fire sprinklers and kitchen ventilation systems, are maintained, tested and correctly reporting to the fire alarm network. The Fire Prevention unit has a compliment of 4 inspectors. Inspectors are state certified and trained in arson investigation. Inspectors are responsible for inspecting all campus buildings and facilities for compliance with fire and life safety codes, as well as providing training and education for students and employees. Inspectors conduct fire safety training and fire drills, investigate the causes of fires and fire alarms, serves as liaisons with CFD, and coordinate permits for campus events that include open flame, outdoor grilling, tents and canopies. The Fire Protection Unit, also known as alarm technicians, has a compliment of 7 technicians. This unit is responsible for overseeing the testing, maintenance and repair of over 15,000 fire alarm devices located throughout the University of Cincinnati as specified by the Ohio Fire Code and the National Fire Prevention Association code (NFPA72). The fire alarm system also serves as the backbone of UC’s Emergency Alert System which provides voice warnings and instructions throughout the buildings in an emergency. K-9 Unit Public Safety established a K-9 Unit to conduct explosive-detection sweeps. Two canine dogs, who joined the department in the fall of 2015, can detect 26 different explosives. The K-9 unit responds to any reported bomb threat on campus, conducts sweeps of buildings and outdoor areas prior to large events or dignitary speakers. The dogs also engage with the University community and support the educational outreach activities of the Public Safety department.

Investigative Section The University of Cincinnati Police Department’s Investigative Section is comprised of a Lieutenant, a Sergeant and three (3) investigators. Members of the Investigative Section conduct criminal investigations for both misdemeanor and felony crimes and investigations of unusual incidents. Responsibilities include responding to crime scenes, case follow-ups, investigations, presenting cases for prosecution and participating in the court process. Reports with investigative leads are assigned for follow-up. The vast majority of offenses are considered opportunistic in nature related to theft offenses. 5

Sensitive Crimes UC Police encourage students, faculty and staff to promptly report if they or someone they know is a victim of a criminal act including sexual assault and sexual harassment. Sexual assault includes sexual conduct or contact, as well as other activity of a sexual nature, without the consent of the other person or when knowing the other person is unable to consent because of age, or impaired mental or physical condition (e.g. impairment due to drugs or alcohol). All forms of sexual assault deserve to be taken seriously. Unwelcomed sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when:  Submission to such conduct determines one’s employment or academic success  Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment or academic decisions affecting such individual  Such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive working or studying environment The University of Cincinnati has designated the following individual to coordinate compliance with Title IX and handle inquiries regarding the university’s policies that prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex: Title IX Coordinator: Karla Phillips Interim Title IX Coordinator Edwards 1, suite 3115 45 Corry Blvd. Cincinnati Oh 45221 513-556-6315 [email protected] Deputy Title IX Coordinators: Matthew Olovson Executive Director Equal Opportunity & Access 513-556-5508 [email protected] Donna Bowman Assistant Director Equal Opportunity & Access 513-556-5606 [email protected] Gregory Metz UC Blue Ash-Academic Affairs 513-936-1641 [email protected] Jennifer Radt, MSW Clermont-Disability Svcs Office: 513-732-8964 Fax: 513-732-8972 [email protected]

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Special Investigations Unit The Special Investigations Unit operates from and is managed by a Victim Centered -Trauma Informed Approach. The University of Cincinnati Police recognizes that sexual assaults are personal violent crimes that can cause psychological or physical trauma. . It is the policy of this department to assist sexual assault victims in a supportive manner during an investigation, using appropriate crisis intervention, interview, and other investigative skills. The Special Investigation Detective works collaboratively with the Victim Services Coordinator and the university’s Title IX Office to fully support victims in a coordinated manner. Reducing recidivism through the apprehension and prosecution of the assailants is a department priority. Victim Services Coordinator (VSC) The UC Police Department’s Victim Services Coordinators’ (VSC) mission is to help victims of crime prevail over the trauma of their victimization by supporting and educating them about their rights, options and resources. The VSC seeks to ensure that any UC faculty, staff or student, who has been victimized, either on or off campus, is treated in a supportive and, respectful manner throughout their association with the criminal justice and university judicial processes. The VSC will reach out to victims to offer support and guidance, as well as answer any questions they may have. Students, staff and faculty can come to the attention of the VSC either through police reports, referrals from other university departments or self-referrals. The filing of a police report is not a requirement to work with the VSC. Through education of the rights and services available to UC crime victims, collaboration with UC Department of Public Safety, Title IX, on-campus and off-campus supportive services, and the court system, the VSC believes crime victims will feel safe and encouraged to report and follow the process through in a way that is comfortable for them. It is the policy of the VSC to aid in reducing trauma to the crime victim; reduce the level of secondary injury associated with the aftermath of crime, to connect the victim to eligible resources, and ensure that crime victims and witnesses are provided with the entitlements and services mandated by the Crime Victims' Bill of Rights. The VSC works with victims of all crimes, providing victim centered support for those affected by theft, burglary, assault, etc. For example, after meeting with a student whose home was burglarized, we may find that besides understanding the court process, the student may also need help replacing an ID or a referral for counseling due to the trauma of having their privacy invaded. They may also need help in working with their professors when they have to miss class to go to court, etc. Additionally, the VSC is able to arrange transportation and accompany students, staff or faculty to court, meetings with prosecutors and filing of protection orders. We want to ensure the victim’s experience with the judicial process is as easy and stress-free as possible.

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Apart from working with victims of any crime, the VSC is also part of the UCPD Special Investigations Unit, providing support to survivors of sexual assault and other personal crimes. In these cases, we can make contact with survivors at the hospital or at the police department. The goal is to provide victim-centered, trauma informed support throughout the process, from first report through the court process. The VSC will meet with and keep in contact with the survivors to ensure they are aware of their rights and are connected to all available resources. Records and Reports The University of Cincinnati’s Department of Public Safety supports and adheres to all Ohio Public Records Laws. All public records requests, such as auto accident and crime reports, informational incident reports, traffic tickets, warrants and court paperwork, can be submitted by US mail, phone, and fax or in person to our Records Management Officer. Please note, all police reports are reviewed and approved by the police chain of command. It takes approximately two business days for police reports to be entered into the records system. Reports may be obtained, free of charge, in person or via email Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Three Edwards Center Office: 513-556-4996 Fax: 513-556-4940 Email: [email protected] Technical Services Technical Services is responsible for the physical security of the university including the production and issuance of keys and photo ID’s, mechanical and electronic access systems, intrusion alarms, background checks, lost and found, and fingerprinting services. The unit is responsible for all aspects of managing and maintaining the university’s card access system, intrusion alarm system, and video monitoring and recording system. Our team works closely with Planning Design and Construction and outside contractors to reviews plans and coordinate work for all new construction and renovation to ensure security and safety. Technical Services also works closely with departments and colleges to provide additional access, alarm, and camera systems as needed. Our team also schedules all lock and unlock times of buildings for normal operations and special events. Public Safety Information Technology The Information Technology (IT) unit is responsible for selecting, configuring, ordering, and maintaining laptops, desktops, servers, printers and portable devices; and maintaining all systematic-virus software and security updates. IT also maintains the computer systems’ physical and logical security administration; user access permissions, administers the department’s intranet, and internal applications. Additionally, IT provides end user training and support for department personnel, and offers support on projectors, web cams, and equipment 8

in conference and training rooms. The IT unit facilitates network connectivity, account activation and data exchanges, with UCIT, to maintain data integrity for badging records and updates to systems which utilize the UCID card. IT creates backup scripts, manages offsite backups, and restores files, coordinates with outside vendors for testing, product support, system maintenance and upgrades.

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Services Provided by the Department of Public Safety Special Event Permits Special events held on UC campuses often require a permit and the presence of police or security officers. Public Safety reviews special event requests and grants special event permits. Crime Prevention Education The safety and well-being of each individual within the UC community is of the utmost importance. The UC Police Department’s Community Engagement Unit works with members of the UC community, through education and outreach, to bring people together to improve the quality of life and safety on and around UC’s campuses, as well as promote safety tools and resources available at the university. Although UC Police play a major role in the prevention of crime, students, faculty, staff, and community residents must work together to maintain a safe place to live, work and study. Blue Help Phones

UC has more than 320 blue help phones strategically placed around UC’s campuses and in campus garages. The phones connect to dispatchers in UCPD’s 911 Communications Center. They can be used for emergency and non-emergency needs. For more information please visit here for more personal safety resources. Bicycle Registration All students, staff and faculty at the University of Cincinnati are asked to register their bicycle with the Department of Public Safety. Information collected during the registration process is entered into a database and used to identify the bicycle in case of a theft. You may register your bike here or in person at: Three Edwards Center 51 West Corry Blvd. Cincinnati Ohio 45221-0215

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Safe Zone Parking As part of a campus-wide safety initiative, UC Parking Services provides Safe Zone Parking Hours in both Woodside and Eden garages from 8 p.m. - 5:59 a.m. Anyone without a UC parking can park for $1 in Woodside and Eden garages during that time frame. For more information click here. Background Checks/Finger Prints UC Public Safety provides background checks and fingerprinting services for licensing and other needs. We use an electronic system called “WebCheck” which electronically scans an applicant’s fingerprints and sends them to the Ohio Bureau of Identification for a check of the applicant’s state record. The prints can also be forwarded to the FBI, if necessary, for a national background check. Applicants in need of ink fingerprinting for licensing must bring their blank fingerprint card with them during the hours listed below. The cost for State Background Check (Ohio Bureau of Identification) is $32.00, $34.00 for the National Background Check (FBI) and $10.00 for the Fingerprinting card. Four Edwards Center 51 West Corry Blvd. Cincinnati Oh 45221 Office: 513-556-4925 Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Lost and Found Lost and Found is located with the Keys & IDs. If you believe you have lost something you can report to Four Edwards Center, call them at the number listed below or submit a lost property ticket at Lost & Found. Keys & IDs is located at: Four Edwards Center 51 West Corry Blvd. Cincinnati Oh 45221 Office: 513-556-4925 Hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Keys and IDs You may pick up your UC ID and requested keys from Four Edwards Center. Hours: Monday-Thursday 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday 7 a.m.- 5 p.m. Summer Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Hours are subject to change 11

Emergency Preparedness The University of Cincinnati, like any other community, is vulnerable to a wide range of natural and man-made hazards. UC has programs in place to help prevent and respond to emergencies. The Department of Public Safety, through the Emergency Preparedness Task Force, coordinates these plans. To view emergency response plans click here (or visit www.uc.edu/publicsafety) when an emergency occurs, we utilize several tools to communicate with members of our community in a quick and coordinated manner. These tools include: voice notification system, text message, email, electronic signage boards, website, social media (Facebook and Twitter) and Campus Safety Network (Nixle).  To stay abreast of critical information regarding campus safety, sign up for alert messages through the Campus Safety Network at www.nixle.com.  Use our LiveSafe app to connect with UC Police. Friends or family members can also monitor users, in real-time, as they walk to a destination. Download LiveSafe from iTunes or Google Play.

NightRide NightRide, which is operated by UC students, is a free nighttime transportation service. It provides students, faculty and staff safe and reliable transportation to and from locations within a one mile radius of the UC campus. A UC ID is required and users may take one non-UC person as a guest.

Five vans were added in the 2014-2015 academic year bringing the total number of shuttles to ten. The expansion was needed to meet growing demands and reduce wait times. Additional personnel and new software, including the app, NightRide, has also been added to handle incoming requests. NightRide employs over 50 students who serve as drivers, navigators and dispatchers. Four students are given the responsibility of being a team leader to give briefings, handle scheduling and provide supervision.

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Limited Services are available Sunday-Wednesday midnight to 5 a.m. and Saturday-Sunday 2 a.m.-5 a.m. Limited services mean only two vans in operation instead of the regular six to ten vans.

Operating Hours: Sunday -Wednesday: 8 p.m. to midnight Thursday- Saturday: 8 p.m. - 2 a.m. Limited service is available: Sunday - Wednesday: midnight to 5 a.m. Saturday - Sunday: 2 - 5 a.m.

Campus Watch Campus Watch, also operated by students, is a student patrol organization which functions within the University Police Department. They provide an additional set of eyes on the campus for the police. They assist in many areas by providing patrol on the campus via foot, providing escorts when asked or needed, assisting at Langsam Library, and extra patrol of bike racks. They are only given authority to report crimes; they do not intervene or help to apprehend suspects. Campus Watch is composed of mostly criminal justice majors and employs 25 students, with two students serving as team leaders. The team leaders provide briefings to their team for any issues which the police may need assistance and to familiarize themselves with the daily activities similar to a police patrol officer. Campus watch students are also involved in assisting with special events such as basketball and football games. Members of Campus Watch wear red reflective vests for easy identification. They work a minimum of one day per week as well as a minimum of 4 hours per week. Campus Watch runs primarily between 4pm and midnight, however, some may work 10 am to 2 pm or 8 pm to midnight up until 2 am.

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Uptown Campus

Students At UC, our students define our success. Through our engagement with students, they progress academically, discover their values, develop their identity and realize their full potential. The University of Cincinnati attracts students from all 50 of the United States and from 110 countries outside the U.S. Student Life Recent research indicates that, for college students, life and learning go hand in hand. To that end, UC has created an incredible student life district in the center of the UC campus. And we support hundreds of student organizations and activities for every possible interest.  Bearcat Campus Card (UC ID)  Disability services  Childcare  Police & safety  Counseling  Diversity & Inclusion  Ethnic programs & services  Graduate students  International students  Health Academic Services At UC, you make a connection between learning and doing. We invented the co-op system and added even more ways for students to get real-world experience so they become smarter, more experienced, and better prepared for a professional career.  Division of Student Affairs  Academic Advising  Canopy / Blackboard  Registrar  Career services  Learning Assistance Center (LAC) o Free academic support services for all students  Center for Exploratory Studies  Testing Services 14

CAMPUS RESOURCES: Know Your Rights: Read the UC Student Rights as listed in the official UC Handbook. Housing and Financial Assistance: Read information on Housing and Financial Services for those no longer residing at home. The Office of the Registrar: This office handles class registration, advising, and records management for students. They can also facilitate sex marker changes. Click here for more information. LGBTQ Center: The Center is an inclusive campus community that welcomes people of all sexual orientations and gender identities and provides support, resources and advocacy. The Center facilitates LGBTQ visibility by promoting and enhancing understanding, acceptance, and awareness regarding LGBTQ issues. For more details about the Center’s broad range of programming as well as campus, local, state and national resources, visit www.uc.edu/lgbtq. 565 Steger Student Life Center Phone: 513-556-0009 Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Gender Neutral Restrooms: There are many single-user restrooms throughout campus. Some are gendered and some are non-gendered or gender neutral. UC's Department of Planning, Designing, and Construction is committed to meeting the diverse needs of UC students and has created a policy that requires any new building at UC to have at least one gender neutral restroom. They also plan to change the signage on all single-user restrooms to make them gender neutral by fall 2010. Some of these restrooms can be a bit tricky to find, so check out the list of them all below. Gender Neutral Bathroom Map Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): CAPS is a professional counseling office within Student Affairs. We provide counseling, outreach programs, and related services for UC students and those concerned about their welfare. CAPS is located at 225 Calhoun Street, Ste. 200, and can be reached via phone at 513-556-0648. This is a confidential resource. Title IX: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in the university’s programs and activities. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence and retaliation are forms of discrimination prohibited by Title IX. The University of Cincinnati does not tolerate sex discrimination, sexual harassment, or retaliation and takes steps to ensure that students, employees, and third parties are not subject to a hostile environment in university programs, activities or in the workplace. The University responds promptly and effectively to allegations of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and retaliation. It promptly conducts investigations and takes appropriate action, 15

including disciplinary action, against individuals found to have violated its policies, as well as provides appropriate remedies to complainants and the campus community. The university takes immediate action to end a hostile environment if one has been created, prevent its recurrence, and remedy the effects of any hostile environment on affected members of the campus community. UC's Title IX office is located in 3115 Edwards 1, and can be reached via phone at 513-556-6315.‬‬For more information about Title IX at UC, including how to make a report, confidentiality and resources visit, www.uc.edu/titleix Ombuds: The Office of the University Ombuds is a safe place for all members of the UC community to talk about university related conflicts, issues or concerns. The Office engages in a variety of informational conflict resolution methods including mediation, negotiation, consultation and coaching. The Office of the University Ombuds is not a confidential resource for matters mandated by federal or state law to be reported, such as sexual assault or harassment. Office staff will listen to concerns and help identify options for a successful resolution. Location: 607 Swift Hall Phone: 513-556-5956 Student Wellness Center: UC’s Student Wellness Center prevents and reduces health risks and illnesses that interfere with student academic and personal success. The Center provides information and education on topics such as general health and wellness, alcohol, sexual health, financial wellness, stress management, gender-based violence, and more. Students can stop by the Student Wellness Center for free products including: condoms and other safer sex products, Band-Aids, dental floss, hand sanitizer and more. For more information, visit http://www.uc.edu/wellness. Free health products Student Wellness Center Contact Information 675 Steger Student Life Center Phone: 513-556-6124 www.uc.edu/wellness Hours: Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm Facebook: UC SWC Twitter: UC_Wellness

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U.S. Air Force ROTC Detachment 665

Forging Air Force Leaders Since 1946 The Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corp at the University of Cincinnati is an educational program designed to give students an opportunity to become an Air Force officer while completing a degree. Whether you want to fly the most advanced aircraft in the world, work on the cutting edge of computing technology, design and operate the latest space systems or take on any one of the over 100 officer career fields the Air Force has to offer we’re here to get you started. The mission of Detachment 665 is to develop quality leaders for the Air Force. Through our intense leadership instruction, aerospace coursework, and focused training environment that instills the values of integrity, service, and excellence we will prepare you to assume positions of increasing responsibility and importance in the Air Force. We also offer scholarships for a range of academic programs, open to both high school and college students who excel in academics and display the leadership potential that the Air Force is looking for. We welcome you to Air Force ROTC Detachment 665 and look forward to assisting you on your flight into the U.S. Air Force. African American Cultural & Resource Center (AACRC) The African American Cultural & Resource Center (AACRC) supports the mission of the university by recruiting, retaining, encouraging the successful matriculation and enhancing the growth and development of students at the University of Cincinnati. However, the center’s main mission is to address the academic, social, spiritual and cultural needs of the Black student population. The AACRC hosts signature programs in its space which unites students, alumni, faculty, staff, and community members. These programs include but are not limited to: Akwaaba (Black student welcome), Black Graduate Student Welcome, Transitions (first-year student rites of passage program), Annual Tribute to MLK, Kuamka (week-long leadership Page | 17

pageant), Kujifunza (academic awards ceremonies), Ushindi Weekend (academic achievement acknowledgements), AACRC Choir Concerts, and Tyehimba (Afrocentric graduation). The center also offers various student leadership positions such as Habari Gani Ambassadors, Sister Impacting Sisters, and Brothers and Sisters Excelling. Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m. Phone: 513-556-1177 Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter: @ucAACRC Facebook: African American Cultural and Resource Center. Learning Assistance Center The Learning Assistance Center (LAC) offers academic support programming for students across the University of Cincinnati. Our primary academic supports include Academic Coaching, the Academic Writing Center, the Math and Science Support (MASS) Center, Peer Tutoring, and Supplemental Instruction. These programs and centers also run some subsidiary services within them. For instance, we collaborate with academic units to provide Academic Coaching and Tutoring Services to students on Academic Alert or Probation. The MASS Center works with the Mathematics Department to coordinate Supplemental Review Sessions (SRSs) that are attached to calculus series courses. To provide these services, the LAC is also a major student employer on campus. Each year, we hire more than 250 student staff members. This allows us to provide a large volume of resources, in addition to the diversity described above. During the 2014-2015 Academic Year, LAC staff completed nearly 58,000 student contact hours over more than 43,000 visits. Overall, across all programs, the LAC supported 5,116 unique students. Offices are located in French Hall West and Langsam Library. UC Women’s Center UC Women’s Center is committed to evolving to meet the needs and interests of UC’s women students, staff and faculty. The University of Cincinnati Women’s Center is one of the oldest continually operating university women’s centers in the United States. Established in 1978 as Women's Programs and Services, the office first served as a referral center for female students connecting students and staff to resources and events that were off-campus. Over the years, the Center's staff, and the programs they offered, grew to offer new resources for students. Today we continue to offer an array of programs and services that promote intersectional feminism, social justice, and student leadership. Location: Steger Student Life Center, Suite 571 Phone: 513-556-4401 Page | 18

Department of Education Clery Geography Definitions On Campus 1. Any building or property owned or controlled by an institution within the same reasonable contiguous geographic area and used by the institution in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the institution’s educational purposes, including residence halls; 2. And any building or property that is within or reasonable contiguous to paragraph (1) of this definition, that is owned by the institution but controlled by another person, is frequently used by students, and supports institutional purposes (such as a food or other retail vendor). Residence Hall 1. Any student housing facility that is owned or controlled by the institution, or is located on property that is owned or controlled by the institution, and is within the reasonably contiguous geographic area that makes up the campus is considered an on-campus student housing facility. Non Campus 1. Any building or property owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by the institution; or 2. Any building or property owned or controlled by an institution that is used in direct support of, or in relation to, the institution’s educational purposes, is frequently used by students, and is not within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of the institution. Public Property 1. All public property, including thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks and parking facilities, that is within the campus, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

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UPTOWN CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS CHART Campus

Crime Reported Homicide/Non Negligent Manslaughter

Forcible Sex Offense Non-Forcible Sex Offense

Robbery

Aggravated Assault

Burglary

Motor Vehicle Theft

Arson

Domestic Violence

Dating Violence

Stalking Simple Assault-HATE CRIME

Larceny- HATE CRIME Defacing PropertyHATE CRIME Intimidation- HATE CRIME Page | 20

Year 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013

(not including residence halls)

(residence hall only)

0 0 0 7 2 1 0 0 0 5 2 4 0 4 2 30 27 4 5 3 0 0 0 2 4 2 1 5 3 0 40 5 2 1* 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1* 1 0

0 0 0 3 8 2 0 0 0 0 2 0 3 0 1 6 14 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 5 4 0 8 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1* 0 0

Campus Campus Total 0 0 0 10 10 3 0 0 0 5 4 4 3 4 3 36 41 6 5 3 0 0 0 2 4 2 2 10 7 0 48 11 2 1* 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 2* 1 0

NonCampus 0 0 0 7 1 4 0 0 0 1 2 2 2 4 1 12 4 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 4 1 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Public Property 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 7 8 2 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1* 0 0 0 0 0 1* 0 0 1* 0 0

*Hate Crimes: 2015: There were six (6) reportable hate crimes  One (1) incident of Simple Assault based on religion occurred on campus  One (1) incident of Intimidation based on race occurred on campus in a residence hall  One (1) incident of Simple Assault based on sexual orientation occurred on public property  One (1) incident of Defacing Property based on sexual orientation occurred on public property  One (1) incident of Ethnic Intimidation occurred on public property  One (1) incident of Intimidation based on gender occurred on campus Unfounded Crimes: 2015: There was one (1) unfounded crime  one (1) incident of sexual assault Unknown Locations: 2015: There were ten (10) reportable crimes  Five (5) sexual assault reports  One (1) robbery report  One (1) aggravated assault  Two (2) dating violence reports  One (1) stalking report

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UPTOWN CAMPUS ARRESTS & DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS Campus

Crime Reported Alcohol Law Violations

Drug Law Violations Weapon Law Violations

Year 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013

DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS 2015 Alcohol Law 2014 Violations 2013 2015 2014 Drug Law Violations 2013 2015 Weapon Law 2014 Violations 2013

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Campus

(not including residence

(residence hall only)

20 8 5 18 26 0 0 1 1

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

6 4 3 15 31 13 0 0 0

Campus Total 26 12 8 33 57 13 0 1 1

NonCampus 0 3 28 0 3 85 0 2 7

Public Property 4 10 4 15 5 15 0 0 5

528 194 176 1 63 24 0 1 0

528 194 176 1 63 24 0 1 0

0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

UC Blue Ash College

Core Values The faculty, staff, and students of the University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College work together to carry out the college’s mission and vision, guided by a special set of core values that are the foundation of who we are and what we want to become. UC Blue Ash Values:  The individual talents of our students, faculty, and staff.  Student-centered teaching that challenges and inspires.  Comprehensive education that develops critical thinking and an engaged citizenry.  Rigorous, accredited programs of study.  Accessible and affordable education.  Diversity in experiences and perspectives.  Innovative scholarship and creative works.  Service to the broader community. UC Blue Ash College is a regional college within the University of Cincinnati, located on a scenic 135-acre campus in the heart of Blue Ash, Ohio. It combines affordability, rigorous academics, and a nationally recognized UC degree to provide one of the best values in higher education. At UC Blue Ash there are nearly 50 academic degree and certificate programs, including bachelor degrees, along with an aligned curriculum that allows students to access hundreds of programs at UC Uptown. Outside the classroom, students can grow through internship, study abroad and service learning opportunities. The college features small class sizes, free academic Page | 23

support services, and a dedicated commitment to providing exceptional teaching. Mission Statement The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College provides an excellent and accessible education for students from a wide array of educational and cultural backgrounds. Our student-centered approach to teaching and comprehensive services engages students so that they can acquire the knowledge and skills needed to succeed academically, personally, and professionally. We promote innovative scholarship and creative works, free inquiry, lifelong learning, and service beyond the classroom. Vision Statement The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College will be a recognized leader in providing exceptional teaching that inspires students to unlock their potential and contribute to the local and global communities. Student Academic Policies There are many policies involving students’ academic performance that all students should understand. Academic policies include the requirements and procedures for those on academic probation, course repeat, freshman credit, and more. Learn more about our student academic policies General Student Policies These are general policies that are enforced at UC Blue Ash College. Please review and be aware of some of the important policies in place. Review General Student Policies Faculty & Staff Handbooks UC Blue Ash Faculty & Staff can refer to their handbooks for a detailed breakdown of policies, procedures, services, contact directory, and other important resources that are designed to assist and inform. Review Handbook University Policies The University of Cincinnati has provided a single source for university-wide administrative policies, procedures and manuals. University of Cincinnati policies and procedures include UC Blue Ash College and must be followed unless otherwise stated. Review University Policies Resources Academic Policies University Policies Contact Information Page | 24

Academic Affairs - Greg Metz Muntz Hall • Room 140 Phone: (513) 745-5670 Email: [email protected] UC Blue Ash 9555 Plainfield Road Blue Ash, Ohio 45236 Phone: 513-745-5600 Email: [email protected] UC Blue Ash: Multicultural Affairs Multicultural Affairs recognizes and supports the racial and cultural diversity that exists on UCBA’s campus. Specifically this office addressed the academic, cultural, educational, and social needs of diverse student populations and encourages respect and appreciation for all cultures. In addition to planning cultural and diversity education programs and events, MCA advises the Black Student Union, Brother2Brother, Multicultural Club, Sister Circle and the Diversity Scholars Mentor Program Office email: [email protected] Website: http://www.ucblueash.edu/about/diversity.html UC Blue Ash: Student Life & Engagement Who We Are: The UC Blue Ash Student Life & Engagement Office strives to be recognized as a campus leader in creating, cultivating, and supporting transformative co-curricular educational experiences for students at UC Blue Ash College. What We Do: Access & Inclusion · Hispanic & Latino Affairs · Multicultural Affairs · Veteran Student Affairs · New Student Programs Events & Activities · Student Organizations · Campus programs and events Leadership & Engagement · Diversity Scholars Peer Mentors · Student Ambassadors Page | 25

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Student Leader Development Institute Student Orientation Leaders UC Blue Ash College Student Life & Engagement Office 513-745-5773 www.ucblueash.edu/studentlife [email protected]

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BLUE ASH CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS CHART Campus

Crime Reported Homicide/Non Negligent Manslaughter

Forcible Sex Offense Non-Forcible Sex Offense

Robbery

Aggravated Assault

Burglary

Motor Vehicle Theft

Arson

Domestic Violence

Dating Violence

Stalking Simple Assault-HATE CRIME

Larceny- HATE CRIME Defacing PropertyHATE CRIME Intimidation- HATE CRIME Page | 27

(not including residence halls)

Campus

Campus Total Year 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 1 NA 1 2014 1 NA 1 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 1 NA 1 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 1 NA 1 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 3 NA 3 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 * No Hate Crimes were reported for 2015 (residence hall only)

NonCampus 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Public Property 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

BLUE ASH CAMPUS ARRESTS & DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS Campus

Year

(not including residence halls)

(residence hall only)

Campus Total

NonCampus

Public Property

2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS 2015 Alcohol Law 2014 Violations 2013 2015 2014 Drug Law Violations 2013 2015 Weapon Law 2014 Violations 2013

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Crime Reported

Campus

ARRESTS Alcohol Law Violations

Drug Law Violations Weapon Law Violations

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UC Clermont College

Mission UC Clermont College provides student-centered undergraduate education and life-long learning in an open-access, regional college environment. We foster diversity as well as intellectual, cultural, and social development in our community. Vision UC Clermont College will become the first choice for students who seek quality undergraduate degree opportunities which are accessible and affordable. We endeavor to respond to community needs and to foster lifestyles which are sustainable, culturally rich and rewarding. Core Values SCHOLARSHIP OF TEACHING AND LEARNING is central to our success. We promote teaching and learning based on effective student-faculty interactions in small class settings. Our faculty is committed to the highest quality instruction and embrace professional development and continuous improvement of teaching techniques. OPEN ACCESS provides an educational opportunity to unlock the potential of all students. Its success is based upon effective assessment, appropriate class placement, and strong academic support. We provide a nurturing environment for students at all levels to develop self-discipline which allows them to reach their educational goals. LIFELONG EXPLORATION is the result of finding joy in intellectual curiosity and learning. We nurture a hunger for various life-enriching experiences including further appreciation of the arts and sciences. Our students, able to adapt to a rapidly changing world, will be contributing members of our society. COMMUNITY results from developing relationships between the members of the college and our extended service area. We encourage citizen involvement and responsibility to society. We promote a positive environment, which fosters social progress through collaborative Page | 29

interactions. LEADERSHIP is provided by UC Clermont College in partnership with the broader community. We serve as a regional resource offering guidance to address opportunities and challenges within the community. DIVERSITY in our students, faculty and staff enriches and strengthens our college community. We value diverse viewpoints, treat all individuals with respect, and seek out unique contributions. SUSTAINABILITY is the maintenance and renewal of environmental, institutional, and human resources of our College. We value the location, beauty, and functionality of our campus, all of which enhance the quality of the college experience. We explore and promote sustainable lifestyles and economics to meet the future needs of students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding community. About UC Clermont College is located in the center of Clermont County on 91 beautiful wooded acres in Batavia Township. Opened in 1972, Clermont College is an accredited, open-access college offering more than 50 associate degrees and certificate programs. The college began offering a technical bachelor’s degree in the fall of 2011 – the Bachelor of Technical and Applied Studies (BTAS) in Applied Administration. The Applied Administration program is designed for people who already hold a technical associate degree, such as an Associate of Applied Science or an Associate of Applied Business (from a regionally accredited institution). UC East, a Clermont County expansion in the former Ford plant in Batavia Township, opened in the fall of 2010. It is home to UC Clermont College's Allied Health programs, including Surgical Assisting, Respiratory Therapy, Physical Therapist Assistant, EMS-Paramedic Certificate, Medical Assisting, and Multi-Skilled Health Technician; BTAS; the Manufacturing Center which houses the Manufacturing Engineering Technology program; and Business and Educational Outreach. On the second floor of UC East, UC’s College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program; the College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services offers Bachelor Degree completion programs in criminal justice and paralegal studies; and the College of Allied Health Sciences offers a Bachelor Degree completion program in Social Work. The college is a regional college of the nationally recognized University of Cincinnati. Students who attend UC Clermont College have full access to UC's Uptown campus libraries, student support services, student clubs, fraternities, sororities, intramural sports and athletic events. Affordable Education UC Clermont has some of the most affordable tuition in the state of Ohio – less than half the cost of most other colleges and universities. Scholarships and financial aid help make the cost your college education that much more affordable at UC Clermont.

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Power of UC Close to Home UC Clermont students are a part of the Bearcats family. That means they have access to all of the same perks available at UC’s Clifton Campus, with the advantages of attending a regional college. Our small class sizes, convenient location and flexible schedule provide you with all the support you need to earn your degree without turning your life upside down. Academics that Take You Places Whether you plan to transfer with your associate’s degree, get ahead with your certificate or increase your earning potential with your bachelor's degree, UC Clermont has more than 50 academic programs to help get you there. Our students travel around the world through study abroad programs and network with professionals in their field from all over the United States through experiential learning opportunities. Our award-winning faculty holds advance degrees, conduct research and provide one-on-one student support. Get Involved Student organizations and employment, events, workshops and athletics give you the chance to get involved during your time at UC Clermont. Members of the community are also invited to take part in all UC Clermont has to offer -whether it's attending a Calico Children's Theatre performance or earning continuing education credits! When you can, we also invite you support our fundraising events and make donations to support student scholarships. UC Clermont by the Numbers 3,099 Students 56 Programs of Study 14:1 Student/Faculty Ratio Get more UC Clermont Data & Statistics. UC Clermont 4200 Clermont College Drive Batavia, OH 45103 Phone: 513-732-5200

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UC East

UC East is a campus of the University of Cincinnati with programs from four colleges:    

Clermont College College of Nursing College of Education, Criminal Justice and Human Services College of Allied Health Sciences

Our 100,156 square foot space is located in a repurposed Ford plant in Batavia Township. The facility allows us to provide students with access to state-of-the-art health and manufacturing laboratories and equipment. UC students can pursue a number of opportunities at UC East, including allied health, nursing, applied administration, criminal justice, paralegal studies, and social work. Programs are established to seamlessly transition from UC Clermont’s campus to UC main, making it easy to pursue advanced degrees. The nursing program at UC East is the same program as is offered at UC College of Nursing’s uptown campus. View our Program Information to see a complete list of programs offered at UC East. Resources UC East has many of the same resources as other university campuses including wireless access, open computer labs, vending and food in our cybercafé. You won’t need a decal to park in the student designated areas on campus. You can access your schedule and other UC tools using the information kiosks in our student lounges. Our information desk in the west lobby has general UC information, campus maps, as well as, Scantrons, Blue Books, and $5 Bearcat cards for purchase. You can also find information about Bearcat Bike Share, UC Fit, and GoBus, a motor coach service between Cincinnati and Athens that stops at UC East. Altogether, this makes UC East a high-quality, convenient location to access university programs close to home.

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Hours Building hours are 7am – 10:30pm, Monday through Friday and Saturday when classes are in session. The information desk is staffed 7:30am – 7pm, Monday through Thursday and 7:30am – 5pm, Friday. Staffed hours in the summer are 7:30am – 5pm, Monday through Thursday and 7:30am – 4pm, Friday. Program Information The following UC Clermont programs host classes at UC East:  Bachelor of Applied Administration  Casting/Splinting  CPR  Emergency Medical Services  EMT-Basic  First Responder  Manufacturing Engineering Technology  Medical Assisting  Multi-Skilled Health Technician  Nurse Aide Training  Pharmacy Technician  Phlebotomy  Physical Therapy Assistant  Respiratory Care  Surgical Technology  Paramedic Education  Surgical Assisting The College of Nursing (http://nursing.uc.edu/) has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The College of Education, Criminal Justice & Human Services (http://cech.uc.edu/.html) has bachelor’s completion programs in Criminal Justice and Paralegal Studies. The College of Allied Health Sciences (http://www.cahs.uc.edu/Home.aspx) has a bachelor’s completion program in Social Work. UC East 1981 James Sauls Sr. Dr. (formerly Front Wheel Dr.) Batavia, OH 45103 Phone: 513-558-3036 Fax: 513-732-1149

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School of Social Work The BSW program offered at UC-East is an extension of the BSW program offered at UC Main Campus. UC-East, located in Clermont County, is uniquely positioned to serve students in rural communities throughout Clermont, Highland, Brown and Adams counties. Students enjoy the high quality education you would expect from UC, with the convenience of staying close to home. Our World Class instructors come to you. Students have the opportunity to achieve their first two years of the 4 year BSW program, and achieve an Associate’s degree in Social Work at the UC Clermont branch. The BSW courses offered at UC East start in the junior year where you will begin to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary for the achievement of the core competencies for generalist social work practice as defined by the Council on Social Work Education. In the senior year, you will have a year-long, two days per week field placement in a local social service agency, practicing the skills you have learned under the supervision of a professional social worker. For more information on the BSW program offered here at UC-East, or to get started on this adventure, please go to the BSW Program webpage in the School of Social Work, College of Allied Health, or contact us at: School of Social Work 1515 French Hall PO Box 210108 Cincinnati OH 45221-0108 Phone: 513-556-4615 Fax: 513-556-2077 Email: [email protected]

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CLERMONT/UC EAST CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS CHART Campus

Crime Reported Homicide/Non Negligent Manslaughter

Forcible Sex Offense Non-Forcible Sex Offense

Robbery

Aggravated Assault

Burglary

Motor Vehicle Theft

Arson

Domestic Violence

Dating Violence

Stalking Simple Assault-HATE CRIME

Larceny- HATE CRIME Defacing PropertyHATE CRIME Intimidation- HATE CRIME Page | 35

(not including residence

Campus

Campus Total Year 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 1 NA 1 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 3 NA 3 2014 0 NA 0 2013 1 NA 1 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 * No Hate Crimes were reported for 2015 (residence hall only)

NonCampus 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Public Property 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

CLERMONT/UC EAST CAMPUS ARRESTS & DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS Campus

Year

(not including residence halls)

(residence hall only)

Campus Total

NonCampus

Public Property

2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS 2015 Alcohol Law 2014 Violations 2013 2015 2014 Drug Law Violations 2013 2015 Weapon Law 2014 Violations 2013

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Crime Reported

Campus

ARRESTS Alcohol Law Violations

Drug Law Violations Weapon Law Violations

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VICTORY PARKWAY CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS CHART Campus

Crime Reported Homicide/Non Negligent Manslaughter

Forcible Sex Offense Non-Forcible Sex Offense

Robbery

Aggravated Assault

Burglary

Motor Vehicle Theft

Arson

Domestic Violence

Dating Violence

Stalking Simple Assault-HATE CRIME

Larceny- HATE CRIME Defacing PropertyHATE CRIME Intimidation- HATE CRIME Page | 37

(not including residence halls)

Campus

Campus Total Year 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 1 NA 1 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 2015 0 NA 0 2014 0 NA 0 2013 0 NA 0 * No Hate Crimes were reported for 2015 (residence hall only)

NonCampus 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Public Property 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

VICTORY PARKWAY CAMPUS ARRESTS & DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS Campus

Year

(not including residence halls)

(residence hall only)

Campus Total

NonCampus

Public Property

2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013 2015 2014 2013

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

DISCIPLINARY REFERRALS 2015 Alcohol Law 2014 Violations 2013 2015 2014 Drug Law Violations 2013 2015 Weapon Law 2014 Violations 2013

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Crime Reported

Campus

ARRESTS Alcohol Law Violations

Drug Law Violations Weapon Law Violations

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2016 Annual Fire Safety Report The Higher Education Opportunity Act, enacted on August 14, 2008, requires institutions that maintain on-campus student housing facilities to publish an annual fire safety report. The University of Cincinnati’s Public Safety Department is responsible for creating the annual fire report, submitting annual fire statistics and maintaining the fire log. The fire log can be viewed at http://www.uc.edu/webapps/publicsafety/firelog.aspx. All campus housing fires must be reported to the University’s 911 Communication’s Center who in turn notifies the Director of Public Safety, Director of Housing, UC Police, and UC Emergency Services. In the event of a fire activate the nearest pull station and call 911. If you find evidence or hear of a fire that has already been extinguished and are unsure whether the fire has been reported, please contact the University’s Communications Center at the nonemergency number 513.556.1111. When calling, please provide as much information as possible about the location, date, time and cause of the fire. If you have any questions or concerns regarding any of the statistics and information in this report please contact UC Fire Prevention at 513.556.4934.

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2015 Fire Statistics for On-campus Student Housing Facilities: 2015 Sta tistics a nd R e la te d Informa tion R e ga rding Fire s in R e side ntia l Fa cilitie s T ota l Fire s in Ea ch Prope rty R e side ntia l Fa cilitie s Addre ss Building Ca use Injurie s D e a ths D a ma ge Bellevue Gardens Apts

215 Martin Luther King

0

N/A

N/A

N/A

N/A

Bellevue Gardens Apts Bellevue Gardens Apts

223 Martin Luther King 231 Martin Luther King

0 0

N/A N/A

N/A N/A

N/A N/A

N/A N/A

Bellevue Gardens Apts 239 Martin Luther King Calhoun Hall 240 Calhoun Street *Campus Recreation Center 2800-2840 Bearcat Way Dabney Hall 101 West Daniels Street Daniels Hall 45 West Daniels Street Morgens Hall 2831 Scioto Lane Siddall Hall 2540 Corbett Drive Stratford Building 1 2657 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 2 2653 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 3 2661 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 4 2646 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 5 2650 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 6 2659 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 7 2649 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 8 2647 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 9 2645 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 10 2643 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 11 2641 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 12 2639 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 13 2637 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 14 2635 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 15 2633 Stratford Ave Stratford Building 17 2647 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 18 2643 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 19 2639 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 20 2629 Clifton Ave Stratford Building 21 2625 Clifton Ave Schneider Hall 60 West Daniels St

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*Campus Recreation Center went off-line in May 2014; brought back on line August 2016.

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2014 Fire Statistics for On-campus Student Housing Facilities: 2014 Sta tistics a nd R e la te d Informa tion R e ga rding Fire s in R e side ntia l Fa cilitie s T ota l Fire s in Ea ch Prope rty R e side ntia l Fa cilitie s Addre ss Building Ca use Injurie s D e a ths D a ma ge Bellevue Gardens Apts 215 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Bellevue Gardens Apts 223 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Bellevue Gardens Apts 231 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Bellevue Gardens Apts 239 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Calhoun Hall 240 Calhoun Street 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A *Campus Recreation Center 2800-2840 Bearcat Way 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Dabney Hall 101 West Daniels Street 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Daniels Hall 45 West Daniels Street 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Morgens Hall 2831 Scioto Lane 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Siddall Hall 2540 Corbett Drive 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 1 2657 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 2 2653 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 3 2661 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 4 2646 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 5 2650 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 6 2659 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 7 2649 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Fire in Stratford Building 8 2647 Stratford Ave 1 Microwave 0 0 $100.00 Stratford Building 9 2645 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 10 2643 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 11 2641 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 12 2639 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 13 2637 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 14 2635 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 15 2633 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 17 2647 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 18 2643 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 19 2639 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 20 2629 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 21 2625 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Schneider Hall 60 West Daniels St 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A Turner Hall 45 West University Avenue 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A University Park Apts. 2545 Dennis St 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A University Park Apts. 140 Calhoun St. 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A University Park Apts. 220 Calhoun St. 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A *Campus Recreation Center went off-line in May 2014.

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2013 Fire Statistics for On-campus Student Housing Facilities: 2013 Sta tistics a nd R e la te d Informa tion R e ga rding Fire s in R e side ntia l Fa cilitie s T ota l Fire s in Ea ch R e side ntia l Fa cilitie s Addre ss Building Ca use Injurie s D e a ths Bellevue Gardens Apts 215 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A Bellevue Gardens Apts 223 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A Bellevue Gardens Apts 231 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A Bellevue Gardens Apts 239 Martin Luther King 0 N/A N/A N/A Calhoun Hall 240 Calhoun Street 0 N/A N/A N/A Campus Recreation Center 2800-2840 Bearcat Way 0 N/A N/A N/A Dabney Hall 101 West Daniels Street 0 N/A N/A N/A Daniels Hall 45 West Daniels Street 0 N/A N/A N/A *Morgens Hall 2831 Scioto Lane 0 N/A N/A N/A Siddall Hall 2540 Corbett Drive 0 N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 1 2657 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 2 2653 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 3 2661 Clifton Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 4 2646 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 5 2650 Stratford Ave 0 N/A N/A N/A Stratford Building 6

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2649 Stratford Ave 2647 Stratford Ave 2645 Stratford Ave 2643 Stratford Ave 2641 Stratford Ave 2639 Stratford Ave 2637 Stratford Ave 2635 Stratford Ave 2633 Stratford Ave 2647 Clifton Ave 2643 Clifton Ave 2639 Clifton Ave 2629 Clifton Ave 2625 Clifton Ave 60 West Daniels St 45 West University Avenue 2545 Dennis St 140 Calhoun St. 220 Calhoun St.

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Current On-Campus Student Housing Fire Safety Systems: Current Fire Safety Systems in University of Cincinnati Residential Facilities

Residential Facilities Bellevue Gardens Apts Bellevue Gardens Apts Bellevue Gardens Apts Bellevue Gardens Apts Calhoun Hall *2 Campus Recreation Center Dabney Hall Daniels Hall Morgens Hall *3. Scioto Hall Siddall Hall *4. Stratford Building 1 *4 Stratford Building 10 *4 Stratford Building 11 *4 Stratford Building 12 *4 Stratford Building 13 *4 Stratford Building 14 *4 Stratford Building 15 *4 Stratford Building 17 *4 Stratford Building 18 *4 Stratford Building 19 *4 Stratford Building 2 *4 Stratford Building 20 *4 Stratford Building 21 *4 Stratford Building 3 *4 Stratford Building 4 *4 Stratford Building 5 *4 Stratford Building 6 *4 Stratford Building 7 *4 Stratford Building 8 *4 Stratford Building 9 Schneider Hall Turner Hall University Park Apts. University Park Apts. University Park Apts.

Address 215 Martin Luther King 223 Martin Luther King 231 Martin Luther King 239 Martin Luther King 240 Calhoun Street 2800-2840 Bearcat Way 101 West Daniels St 45 West Daniels St 2931 Scioto Lane 2921 Scioto Lane 2540 Corbett Drive 2657 Clifton Ave 2643 Stratford Ave 2641 Stratford Ave 2639 Stratford Ave 2637 Stratford Ave 2635 Stratford Ave 2633 Stratford Ave 2647 Clifton Ave 2643 Clifton Ave 2639 Clifton Ave 2653 Clifton Ave 2629 Clifton Ave 2625 Clifton Ave 2661 Clifton Ave 2646 Stratford Ave 2650 Stratford Ave 2659 Stratford Ave 2649 Stratford Ave 2647 Stratford Ave 2645 Stratford Ave 60 West Daniels St 45 West University Ave 2545 Dennis St 140 Calhoun St 220 Calhoun St

Fire Alarm Monitoring Done on Site (by UCPD) X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Fire Full Sprinkler Smoke Extinguisher Evacuation System *1 Detection Devices Plans X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

*1. Sprinkers both in common areas and individual rooms. *2. Campus Recreation Center brought back on-line August 2016. *3. Scioto Hall brought back on-line August 2016 following extensive renovations. *4. New fire alarm systems installed in the Stratford buildings in service August 2016 eliminating remote monitoring.

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Number of Regular Mandatory Supervised Fire Drills All campus housing facilities had four fire evacuation drills conducted by the University’s Fire Prevention Unit in 2015.

Policies on portable electrical appliances, smoking and open flames: The University’s practice is to provide at least one (1) small refrigerator in every room or suite. The type and number of units provided varies based on room capacity. Additional microwaves, refrigerators, or microfridges are prohibited in Calhoun, Dabney, Daniels, and Siddall Halls. Residents who, for medical circumstances, need to request an exception to this policy should direct their request, in writing, to the residence coordinator (RC). In Turner, Schneider, and Campus Recreation Center (CRC) halls, one (1) additional microwave per suite is permitted. No additional refrigerator may exceed 4.0 cubic feet and no additional microwave may exceed 600 watts. The following appliances/devices are prohibited. Exceptions for medical reasons will be considered in consultation with the Disability Services Office.            

Air Conditioners (all residence facilities are 100% air conditioned) Broilers Candles Electric skillets, indoor/outdoor grills, including George Foreman, non UC provided, griddles, sandwich makers and woks Fryers Halogen lamps Hot plates Hot oil popcorn poppers Laser sights/lasers Space heaters Toaster ovens Waffle irons/makers

Candles, incense, and any open flame are prohibited. Candles and incense may be used for religious rites only in the designated public areas scheduled in advance with the Residence Coordinator and Public Safety. Smoking is prohibited in or within 25 feet of any building or building opening as a window or door, including parking garages. Please refer to the Home Pages Handbook link at http://www.uc.edu/resed/policies.html for more information.

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extinguisher training is an annual requirement. Persons not needing hands on training will be able to access an interactive fire extinguisher web based training program. All members of the housing staff, including RA’s complete fire safety education annually prior to students’ arrival on campus. The housing staff participates in a smoke evacuation drill, hands on fire extinguisher program, a fire department ladder/rescue evacuation and a fire safety seminar. Students are required to complete on-line training. More information on web based and hands on training can be found at http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety/about/fire.html.

Procedures for student housing evacuation: In the event of any general fire alarm, evacuation is required. When a general alarm sounds, quickly get a coat, shoes, and your keys and ID. Look through the viewer of your room door to check the hall for smoke or fire. Feel your room door with the back of your hand. If the door is cool and you do not see any smoke or fire in the area, exit your room, lock your door, and leave the building using the nearest stairwell. Know two ways out. Never use elevators in a fire alarm. Proceed directly outside to the predetermined meeting location. Always evacuate for every fire alarm. Failing to evacuate or hiding is very dangerous, as a fire may not always be evident. Failing to evacuate may result in criminal and judicial charges. If you are unable to evacuate your room because of smoke or fire in the hallway or disability (permanent or temporary), close your room door. Call 911 and report your location. Follow any instructions from the dispatcher. Otherwise, stay in the room and low to the ground, where air is fresher. Block the gap under your door and vents with wet towels or other cloth type material. Open your room drapes or blinds. If you are on the ground floor, evacuate through the window. If you are on any other floor, hang an item like a sheet or towel from your window to draw attention to yourself and wait for further assistance from the fire department. In Campus Rec Center Hall, if you cannot evacuate the building due to disability you should, if you are able, evacuate to the nearest area of rescue assistance, typically marked on a stairwell landing. You should familiarize yourself with these locations in advance.

Plans for future improvements in fire safety: On February 4, 2010, The Division of Administration and Finance Planning + Design + Construction issued The Facilities Audit of the University’s Fire Alarm Systems which included upgrading smoke detectors and increasing audibility in on-campus housing buildings. The University Architect’s Office develops plans based on the report for additional housing fire alarm upgrade projects.

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Category: Administration

Policy Title: Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Safety Policy

Policy Number:

Effective Date: 9/30/2016

Policy Owner: Sr. V.P. for Safety and Reform

Enabling Acts: Policy applicable for: University Rule Faculty/Staff/Students/ Third Parties

1.8.7

Responsible Office(s): Department of Public Safety Office of General Counsel

Background This policy serves to meet the university’s compliance obligation under the “Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998” (commonly referred to as the “Clery Act”) at all University of Cincinnati (“UC”) locations. This policy, in combination with the University of Cincinnati Department of Public Safety (“Department of Public Safety”) policies, is intended to govern the preparation, publication, and distribution of the Annual Security and Fire Report, and ensure that all elements of the process are carried out in a manner that meets federal regulations. The Department of Public Safety encompasses, amongst other offices, the UC Police Department (“UCPD”), 911 communications, emergency management, and staff with administrative functions. For purposes of this policy and the Clery Act, individuals are often directed to UCPD within the Department of Public Safety. The Department of Public Safety, through its offices, implements portions of this directive based upon internal policies and procedures. The Clery Act requires institutions of higher education receiving federal financial aid to report specified crime statistics on college campuses and areas within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of college campuses, and to provide other safety and crime information to members of the campus community. The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 (“VAWA”), mandates additional requirements as to how colleges and universities are to provide information to the students, faculty, staff, prospective students and employees, and visitors. Scope of Clery Compliance Policy It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety and UCPD to comply with the Clery Act. Compliance with the Clery Act requires a joint effort between the UC Department of Public Safety and UCPD and the administration of the institution.

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Supervisors assigned areas of responsibility in the following policy sections are expected to be familiar with the Department of Education’s Handbook for Campus Safety and Security that are relevant to their responsibilities, and will be provided training annually and/or upon request by contacting the UC Clery Compliance Manager. This policy covers reports and complaints of a criminal nature, including sexual offenses. As such, this policy applies to situations in which either party is a UC student, UC employee, a third party (for purposes of this policy, a third party is anyone who visits UC’s campuses or participates in a university program or activity) or anyone within the university’s Clery geography. Further, the policy provides information for prospective students and employees. In the event that an allegation arises involving university faculty or staff, the university will apply the disciplinary measures and grievance policies and procedures as set forth in the university’s HR policies or the appropriate collective bargaining agreement to which the employee is subject. In all circumstances, the university provides a disciplinary proceeding that is a prompt, fair, and impartial process. Both Complainant and Respondent may have the advisor of their choice at all times during the process and procedures. I.

General Clery Act Policy

The Department of Public Safety and UCPD encourage accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes and take all such reports seriously. Reports will be accepted in any manner, including in person or in writing. Reports will be accepted anonymously, by phone at the EthicsPoint Hotline at 1-800-889-1547 or by email at http://www.uc.edu/af/intaudit/ethicshotline.html. In addition, anonymous reports can be made via email at [email protected] to the extent that the users email address does not provide identifying information. It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety and UCPD to comply with the Clery Act. Compliance with the Clery Act requires a joint effort between the UC Department of Public Safety and the UCPD and the administration of the institution. The University of Cincinnati takes seriously its obligation to comply with the Clery Act. All criminal incidents are classified in accordance with federal guidelines. All Clery crimes reported to the Department of Public Safety and Campus Security Authorities (CSAs), as defined herein, are recorded in the university's crime statistics, which are published in the campus’ Annual Security and Fire Report. The university’s compliance with the provisions of the Clery Act and VAWA does not constitute a violation of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. II.

Law Enforcement

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authority and have sworn an oath to uphold the laws of the State of Ohio. The jurisdiction of the UCPD includes each university campus and contiguous public property. The Department of Public Safety also employs non-sworn, security officers, who do not have arrest authority. The UC security officers report to the Chief of Police and provide non-law enforcement functions. UCPD is located in Three Edwards Center, 51 W. Corry Blvd. The UC police also maintain satellite offices at UC Blue Ash and UC Clermont. At UC Blue Ash, the satellite office is located at Muntz HallRoom 134. At UC Clermont, the satellite office is located at the Snyder Building room s-170. With its main campus being within the City of Cincinnati, and Hamilton County, Ohio, the university believes in the importance of working with local law enforcement agencies. Currently, the university is a part of the Hamilton County Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreement and has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of Cincinnati. The Hamilton County Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Agreements permits members of local law enforcement to assist in policing areas traditionally outside of their jurisdiction, when necessary. It also permits for use of specialized tactical units. The MOU with the City acknowledges the need of the City and the UCPD to work together, so that the university may ensure it meets the needs of its students, employees and visitors. In addition, the UCPD has a working mutual aid agreement and memorandum of understanding with the Blue Ash Police Department and the Clermont County Sheriff’s Office that allow the University of Cincinnati Police to act on criminal matters that occur within the neighboring areas around campus. These areas would include properties and addresses that are required to be included in the annual security report. In addition to the MOU and Mutual aid agreement, the University of Cincinnati Police work cooperatively with the investigative sections of the local law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal matters. UC encourages accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes to UCPD and appropriate police agencies, when the victim of a crime elects to, or is unable to, make such a report. Professional counselors are encouraged to inform the persons they are counseling of any procedures to report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis for inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics, if and when the counselors deem it appropriate. III.

Definitions

A. General Clery Definitions Advisor- Any individual who provides the Respondent or Complainant support, guidance, or advice. Awareness programs- Community-wide or audience specific programming, initiatives, and strategies that increase audience knowledge and share information and resources to prevent violence, promote safety, and reduce perpetration. Page | 48

Bystander intervention- Safe and positive options that may be carried out by an individual or individuals to prevent harm or intervene when there is a risk of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Bystander intervention includes:  

Recognizing situations of potential harm, and Understanding institutional structures and cultural conditions that facilitate violence, overcoming barriers to intervening, identifying safe and effective intervention options, and taking actions to intervene

Campus Security Authority (CSA) - Individuals at the university who, because of their function for the university, have an obligation under the Clery Act to notify the university of alleged Clery Crimes that are reported to them in good faith, or alleged Clery Crimes that they may have personally witnessed. These individuals, by virtue of their position due to official job duties, ad hoc responsibilities, or volunteer engagements, are required by federal law to "report" crime when it has been observed by, or reported to them by another individual. The individuals typically fall under one of the following categories: 1. 2.

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A member of a campus police/security department. Individuals having responsibility for campus security in some capacity, but are not members of a campus police/security department (e.g., an individual who is responsible for monitoring the entrance to university property). People or offices that are not members of a campus police/security department, but where policy directs individuals to report criminal offenses to them or their office. Officials having significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including but not limited to, student housing, student discipline and campus judicial proceedings.

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University President Provost and Assistant Provosts Vice Presidents and Assistant/Associate Vice Presidents Deans and Assistant Deans Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards Resident Education and Development staff (including hall directors, advisors, and resident assistants) Vice President for Student Affairs & Services Director of Education Abroad Academic Advisors Advisors to Recognized Student Organizations Director and Assistant Directors of Intercollegiate Athletics

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Coaches of Intercollegiate Athletic teams Office of Title IX personnel University of Cincinnati Public Safety personnel Human Resources

For a more complete list of CSA offices and the accompanying phone numbers, see Appendix C. Appendix C is reviewed and updated annually. Campus/On-Campus - Any building or property owned or controlled by an institution within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area and used by the institution in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the institution’s educational purposes, including residence halls; and any building or property that is within or reasonably contiguous to, that is owned by the institution but controlled by another person, is frequently used by students, and supports institutional purposes (such as a food or other retail vendor). Clery Act Crimes ("Clery Crimes") - Crimes required by the Clery Act to be reported annually to the university community, including: criminal homicide (murder and negligent/non-negligent manslaughter); sex offenses (forcible and non-forcible); robbery; aggravated assault; burglary; motor vehicle theft; arson; hate crimes (including previously listed crimes plus larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, or destruction/damage/vandalism of property that are motivated by bias); dating violence; domestic violence; stalking; and arrests and referrals for disciplinary action for any of the following: (a) liquor law violations, (b) drug law violations, and (c) weapons law violations. Clery Geography – Locations where Clery Crimes must be recorded: 1) on campus, 2) on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus, and 3) in or on non-campus buildings or property that the institution owns or controls. Department of Public Safety Clery Compliance Manager – University employee who works collaboratively with various offices at the university to develop, implement and oversee programs that ensure the university's overall compliance with the Clery Act and associated regulations at all university locations. Emergency Notification- Upon confirmation, an announcement to inform the relevant campus community about a “significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate and possibly imminent threat to the health or safety of students or employees occurring on the campus." An emergency response expands upon the definition of "timely warning" (see below), as it includes both Clery Act crimes and other types of emergencies (examples: a fire, infectious disease outbreak, terrorist attack, natural disaster, weather emergency). Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (“FERPA”) - A Federal law codified under 20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99 that protects the privacy of student education records. Page | 50

Non-Campus Property - Any building or property owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by the university; or any building or property owned or controlled by UC that is used in direct support of, or in relation to, the institution’s educational purposes, is frequently used by students, and is not within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of the institution. Ongoing prevention and awareness campaigns- Programming, initiatives, and strategies that are sustained over time and focus on increasing understanding of topics relevant to and skills for addressing dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, using a range of strategies with audiences throughout the university. Pastoral Counselors- Individuals who are associated with a religious order or denomination, recognized by that religious order or denomination as someone who provides confidential counseling, and is functioning within the scope of that recognition as a pastoral counselor. Pastoral Counselors, when acting within the scope of the official responsibilities are not CSAs. Physician-Client Confidentiality – Communications between a licensed, treating physician and his/her patient are typically considered confidential. Therefore, treating physicians are not considered CSAs. Primary prevention programs- Programming, initiatives, and strategies informed by research or assessed for value, effectiveness, or outcome that are intended to stop dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking before they occur through the promotion of positive and healthy behaviors that foster healthy, mutually respectful relationships and sexuality, encourage safe bystander intervention, and seek to change behavior and social norms in healthy and safe direction. Proceeding- All activities related to a non-criminal resolution of an institutional disciplinary complaint, including, but not limited to, fact finding investigations, formal or informal meetings, and hearings. Proceeding does not include communications and meetings between officials and victims concerning accommodations or protective measures to be provided to a victim. Professional Counselors- Individuals whose official responsibilities include providing mental health counseling to members of the institution's community and who are functioning within the scope of his or her license or certification. Professional Counselors, when acting within the scope of the official responsibilities are not CSAs. Programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking- Comprehensive, intentional, and integrated programming, initiatives, strategies, and campaigns intended to end dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking that:

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Are culturally relevant, inclusive of diverse communities and identities, sustainable, responsive to community needs, and informed by research or assessed for value, effectiveness, or outcome; and Consider environmental risk and protective factors as they occur on the individual, relationship, institutional, community, and societal levels

Prompt, fair, and impartial proceeding- A proceeding that is completed within reasonably prompt timeframes designated by an institution’s policy, including a process that allows for the extension of timeframes for good cause and with written notice to the accuser and the accused of the delay and the reason for the delay; Conducted in a manner that:    

Is consistent with the institution’s policies and transparent to the accuser and accused; Includes timely notice of meetings at which the accuser or accused, or both, may be present; Provides timely and equal access to the accuser, the accused, and appropriate officials to any information that will be used during informal and formal disciplinary meetings and hearings; and Is by officials who do not have a conflict of interest or bias for or against the accuser or the accused.

Public Property - All public property, including thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks, and parking facilities, that is within the campus, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. Reasonably Contiguous (as pertaining to a college campus)- Buildings or property owned or controlled by the institution, located in an area that is considered and treated as an integral part of campus and covered by the same security policies as the uptown campus. Residential Facility (Subset of “On-Campus” Statistics) - Any student housing facility that is owned or controlled by the institution, or is located on property that is owned or controlled by the institution, and is within the reasonably contiguous geographic area that makes up the campus is considered an on-campus student housing facility. Result- Any initial, interim, and final decision by any official or entity authorized to resolve disciplinary matters within the institution. The result includes any sanctions imposed by the university. Risk reduction- Options designed to decrease perpetration and bystander inaction, and to increase empowerment for victims in order to promote safety and to help individuals and communities address conditions that facilitate violence

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Timely Warning- An announcement made to alert the campus community about Clery Crimes and other serious incidents in the event that a reported crime may pose a serious or continuing threat to the campus and surrounding community in order to aid in the prevention of similar crimes. At the university, a timely warning is referred to as a “Safety Alert.” B. Clery Act Crime Definitions For purposes of this Policy, the University of Cincinnati utilizes the following definitions based upon federal regulations and Ohio state law, where applicable. Aggravated Assault - An unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury. This type of assault usually is accompanied by the use of a weapon or by means likely to produce death or great bodily harm. It is not necessary that injury result from an aggravated assault when a gun, knife or other weapon is used which could or probably would result in a serious potential injury if the crime were successfully completed. Arson - The willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, or personal property of another kind. Burglary - The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a theft. For reporting purposes this definition includes: unlawful entry with intent to commit a larceny or a felony; breaking and entering with intent to commit a larceny; housebreaking; safecracking; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. Complainant - The individual who files a report or on whose behalf a report is filed. Consent - The State of Ohio, through the Ohio Revised Code does not define consent. The university, for purposes of disciplinary proceedings, defines consent as informed, freely given, mutual, and can be withdrawn at any time. A person cannot give consent if they are mentally or physically incapacitated or impaired such that the person cannot understand the fact, nature or extent of the sexual situation; this includes impairment or incapacitation due to age, alcohol or drug consumption, or being asleep or unconscious. Similarly, a person cannot give consent if force, expressed or implied, duress, intimidation, threats or deception are used on the complainant. Silence or the absence of resistance does not necessarily imply consent. Consent to some sexual acts does not imply consent to other acts, nor does prior consent to sexual activities imply ongoing future consent with that person or consent to that same sexual activity with another person. Whether an individual has taken advantage of a position of influence or authority over an alleged victim may be a factor in determining consent. Dating Violence* - Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim. Page | 53

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The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on the reporting party’s statement and with consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship. For the purposes of this definition, dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse. Dating violence does not include acts covered under the definition of domestic violence. Any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act reporting.

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A current or former spouse or intimate partner of the victim; A person with whom the victim shares a child in common; A person who is cohabitating with, or has cohabitated with, the victim as a spouse or intimate partner; A person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction in which the crime of violence occurred; or Any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction in which the crime of violence occurred.

Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code § 2919.25 Domestic Violence*: a.

No person shall knowingly cause or attempt to cause physical harm to a family or household member. b. No person shall recklessly cause serious physical harm to a family or household member. c. No person, by threat of force, shall knowingly cause a family or household member to believe that the offender will cause imminent physical harm to the family or household member. * For the complete text of Ohio Revised Code §2919.25 see: http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2919.25 Drug Abuse Violations - Violations of state and local laws relating to the unlawful possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing, and making of narcotic drugs. The relevant substances include: opium or cocaine and their derivatives (morphine, heroin, codeine); marijuana; synthetic narcotics (Demerol, methadone’s); and dangerous nonnarcotic drugs (barbiturates, Benzedrine). Hate Crimes - Any Clery reportable offense and larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, destruction, damage or vandalism of property for which the evidence shows that the victim was intentionally selected because of the perpetrator’s bias or Page | 54

because the perpetrator perceived the victim to be a member of one of the bias categories. The bias categories include: race, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin and disability. Liquor Law Violations - Violations of state or local laws or ordinance prohibiting: the manufacture, sale, transportation, furnishing, possession of intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places; bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to minor or intemperate person; using a vehicle for illegal transportation of liquor; drinking on a train or public conveyance; all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. (Drunkenness and driving under the influence are not included in this definition.) Motor Vehicle Theft - Theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle, including mopeds, motorized scooters, and golf carts. (All cases where automobiles are taken by persons not having lawful access, even though the vehicles are later abandoned - including joy riding, will be classified as motor vehicle theft.) Murder/Non-Negligent Manslaughter - The willful (non-negligent) killing of one human being by another. NOTE: Deaths caused by negligence, attempts to kill, assaults to kill, suicides, accidental deaths, and justifiable homicides are excluded. Robbery - Taking or attempting to take anything from value of the care, custody or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear. Sexual Assault - An offense that meets the definition of rape, fondling, incest, or statutory rape as used in the FBI’s UCR program. Sex Offenses- Any sexual act directed against another person, without the consent of the victim, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent.  

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Course of conduct means two or more acts, including, but not limited to, acts in which the stalker directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, device, or means, follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or communicates to or about a person, or interferes with a person’s property. Reasonable person means a reasonable person under similar circumstances and with similar identities to the victim. Substantial emotional distress means significant mental suffering or anguish that may, but does not necessarily, require medical or other professional treatment or counseling. Any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purposes of Clery Act reporting.

Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §2903.211 Menacing by Stalking*: (A) (1) No person by engaging in a pattern of conduct shall knowingly cause another person to believe that the offender will cause physical harm to the other person or cause mental distress to the other person. In addition to any other basis for the other person's belief that the offender will cause physical harm to the other person or the other person's mental distress, the other person's belief or mental distress may be based on words or conduct of the offender that are directed at or identify a corporation, association, or other organization that employs the other person or to which the other person belongs. (2) No person, through the use of any electronic method of remotely transferring information, including, but not limited to, any computer, computer network, computer program, or computer system, shall post a message with purpose to urge or incite another to commit a violation of division (A)(1) of this section. (3) No person, with a sexual motivation, shall violate division (A) (1) or (2) of this section. *For the complete text of Ohio Revised Code §2902.211 see: http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2903.211 Unfounded Crimes A crime may be withheld or subsequently removed from the crime log and the statistics in the rare situation in which: 1) a sworn or commissioned law enforcement officer conducted a full investigation of the reported crime; and 2) based upon the full investigation and evidence, made a formal determination that the crime report is false or baseless and therefore, unfounded. VAWA Crimes – Sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Weapon Law Violations The violation of laws or ordinances dealing with weapon offenses, regulatory in nature, such as: manufacture, sale, or possession of deadly weapons; carrying deadly weapons, concealed or openly; furnishing deadly weapons to minors; aliens possessing deadly weapons; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. Page | 56

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Reporting Crimes and UCPD Collection of Crime Statistics

A. Reporting a Crime 1) UC encourages accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes to the UCPD. a. Reports can be made to the department by phone at 513-556-1111 or via email at [email protected]. 2) Reports will be accepted anonymously at EthicsPoint at http://www.uc.edu/af/intaudit/ethicshotline.html or by phone at 1-800-889-1547. 3) Mandatory Reporting - Ohio Revised Code Section 2921.22, “Failure to report a crime…” mandates that anyone, other than a pastoral or professional counselor, who is aware that a felony took place in the State of Ohio, must report the crime to the police. 4) A crime will be considered for purposes of Clery reporting and statistics when it is brought to the attention of a campus security authority or local law enforcement by: 1) the victim; 2) a witness; 3) a third party; or 4) the offender. 5) Reports made to any CSA as listed herein may be used for consideration for timely warnings, statistical disclosure & time logged entry provided enough information is obtained. B. Anonymous and De-Identified Reporting 1) Public Records Law - The university as a state-sponsored, public entity is subject to the Ohio Public Records Act in Section 149.43 of the Ohio Revised Code. As such, the UCPD cannot offer confidential incident reports. 2) Reports will be accepted anonymously at EthicsPoint at http://www.uc.edu/af/intaudit/ethicshotline.html, via the EthicsPoint anonymous reporting hotline at 1-800-889-1547, or by phone at 513-556-1111. C. Collection of Crime Statistics The Clery Compliance Manager is responsible for maintaining UC Department of Public Safety and University Police statistics and making reasonable good-faith efforts to obtain statistics from other law enforcement agencies as necessary to allow the institution to comply with its reporting requirements under the Clery Act. Use of the statistics for Clery related purposes is contingent upon the statistics being provided in a timely, accurate, and properly categorized manner. Local law enforcement agencies from which records are requested, include, but are not limited to Cincinnati Police Department, Batavia Police, Blue Ash Police, and Reading Police. Statistics in the Annual Security and Fire Report are based upon the allegations reported to the university through its Department of Public Safety and CSAs, and compiled by the Clery Compliance Manager based upon communications with local law enforcement and CSAs. These statistics shall be compiled using definitions from the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), VAWA, and the Ohio Revised Code, where applicable. Page | 57

1. Compilation of Crime Statistics The statistics shall be compiled as follows: (a) Statistics concerning the occurrence of Clery reportable crimes reported to the UCPD or to local police agencies that occurred on campus, in or on noncampus buildings or property, and on public property immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus; (b) Statistics for hate crimes; (c) Statistics will be included by the calendar year in which the crime was reported to the UCPD or CSA; (d) Statistics will be included for the three most recent calendar years; and (e) Statistics will not identify the victims of crimes or persons accused of crimes. 2. Categories of Crime Location The statistics will be categorized separately as offenses that occur in the following places: a. On-campus - On-campus buildings or property that are owned or controlled by the university, within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area, and are used by the university in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the university's educational purposes, or the building or property is within or reasonably contiguous and/or is owned by the university but controlled by another person, is frequently used by students, and supports institutional purposes; b. On-Campus Residence Halls - Dormitories or other on-campus, residential or student facilities. c. Non-campus - Buildings or property owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by the university; or any building or property owned or controlled by the university that is used in direct support of, or in relation to, the university's educational purposes, is frequently used by students, and is not within the same adjacent or contiguous geographic area of the university; and d. Public property – Public property including parks, thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks, and parking facilities, within the campus or immediately adjacent to, and accessible from the campus. e. Out of State and International Sites - The Department of Public Safety Clery Compliance Manager requests and gathers crime statistics from law enforcement as well as university program coordinators within the sites jurisdiction and reports the data to the Department of Public Safety. f. Contact Information – The Clery Compliance Manager can be reached by phone at 513-556-4900. 3. Hierarchy Rule Page | 58

For purposes of Clery crime statistics, the university will apply the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Hierarchy Rule, which indicates that in cases of multiple offenses occurring out of the same set of facts (i.e. same time and place, insignificant time interval between the offenses, unbroken time duration, or same or adjoining locations) the university will count only the most serious offense. This applies only to crime reporting and does not affect the number of charges filed against the defendant. The UCR hierarchy rule does not apply to arson, domestic violence, dating violence, hate crimes, stalking, or sex offenses; therefore, some instances of the aforementioned are counted in multiple categories. Hence, a singular criminal incident may be listed under a variety of Clery crime statistics, if facets of the incident meet criteria defined herein. As always, please refer to the Daily Crime Log for information regarding the most recent criminal occurrences. D. Campus Security Authorities Campus Security Authorities (CSAs), as defined herein, have the responsibility to report all allegations made to that CSA in good faith to the University Department of Public Safety or the UCPD via phone, in person or by emailing or mailing the complete Clery form. For extra copies of the form, please contact the Clery Compliance Manager. For purposes of the Clery Act, a crime is considered reported when it is brought to the attention of a CSA. Further, when a CSA has a reasonable basis for believing that the information related to a crime is true (i.e. not rumor or hearsay); the CSA has an obligation to report that crime to the UCPD, UC Department of Public Safety, or the Clery Compliance Manager. All CSAs at the university will be contacted and informed of this classification. UC Department of Public Safety provides CSAs with training on an annual and as needed basis. If a CSA would like to schedule a supplemental training, please contact the Clery Compliance Manager at 513-556-4900. E. Daily Crime Log The university shall maintain a daily crime log of all reported crimes. This log will be available for public inspection at the security desk of any UC campus, as defined herein, upon request. For a printed copy, please contact the Clery Compliance Manager at 513-556-4900. 

The daily crime log will record all crimes reported to UC Department of Public Safety, UCPD, and CSAs including the nature of the crime, date and time the crime occurred, date and time crime was reported, general location of each crime, and the disposition, if known. Crimes shall be entered in the crime log in the order that they are received.

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All entries shall be made within two business days of the initial report being made to the Department of Public Safety through the following sources: direct report to the department; campus security authorities; Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards ; and local law enforcement. If, within 60 days, new information becomes available about a reported crime, the crime log shall be updated. Information is not required to be disclosed in the daily crime log when: o Disclosure of the information is prohibited by law; o Disclosure would jeopardize the confidentiality of the victim; or o There is clear and convincing evidence that the release of such information would jeopardize an ongoing criminal investigation or the safety of an individual, may cause a suspect to flee or evade detection, or could result in the destruction of evidence. In any of these cases, the information may be withheld until that damage is no longer likely to occur from the release of the information. F. Unfounded Crimes

Crimes are considered to be “unfounded” in the very limited circumstances in which a sworn law enforcement officer investigated the reported crime, and based upon the results of the full investigation, determined that the investigation and evidence show that the crime report was false and baseless. Only in those circumstances will the crime considered to be “unfounded” and the crime may be withheld or removed from the university’s statistics. V.

Timely Warning Notice and Immediate Notification

A. Timely Warning Notice – Safety Alert The Clery Act requires that UC notify the campus community of certain crimes and other emergencies that occur within the core campus boundaries (which includes university owned or controlled property on campus and public property that is within or immediately adjacent to the campus) and in non-campus properties as defined by the Clery Act. These timely warnings at the University are referred to as “Safety Alert.” Although not required by Federal Law, additional notices may also be distributed for crimes that occur in areas outside of the Clery Act geographic areas, if the crime is deemed to pose an ongoing threat to the campus community. These distributed public safety advisories are referred to as “Safety Alerts” at the University. A timely warning/Safety Alert will be considered for distribution to the UC community for all Clery crimes that are 1) reported to a CSA, local police, or the UCPD; and 2) are determined by the university to represent a serious or continuing threat to the students and employees. The decision to issue a timely warning/Safety Alert notice for an off campus crime will be made on a case by case basis depending on an assessment of various factors, which include but are not limited to: the nature of the crime, the exact Page | 60

location, the time of the incident, the local police response and guidance to campus officials and the potential direct effect on the campus community. Timely warnings/Safety Alert must be issued as soon as the pertinent information is available. Timely warnings/Safety Alert are not necessarily limited to violent crimes or crimes against persons. A series of property crimes may also present a continuing threat to the campus community. The intent of the Timely warning/Safety Alert is to enable members of the campus community to protect themselves. 1. Crimes Requiring a Timely Warning/Safety Alert A Safety Alert notice will be distributed when it is determined that the incident may pose an ongoing or serious threat to members of the university community. These warnings will be distributed if the incident is reported either to UCPD directly or indirectly through a campus security authority or a local police agency.

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Murder/Non-Negligent Manslaughter; Aggravated assault (cases involving assaults among known parties, such as two roommates fighting which results in an aggravated injury, will be evaluated on a case by case basis to determine if the individual is believed to be an on-going threat to the larger UC community); Robbery involving force or violence (cases including pick pocketing and purse snatching will typically not result in the issuance of a Safety Alert, but will be assessed on a case-by-case basis); Sexual Assault (considered on a case-by-case basis depending on the facts of the case, when and where the incident occurred, when it was reported, and the amount of information known by the UCPD); Major incidents of arson; or Any Clery crime occurring in the university Clery geography that is determined to pose a threat by the Chief of Police, or designee.

2. Information Included in a Timely Warning/Safety Alert A timely warning/Safety Alert notice will typically include the following, unless issuing any of this information would risk compromising law enforcement efforts: a. Date and time or timeframe of the incident; b. A brief description of the incident; c. Information that will promote safety and potentially aid in the prevention of similar crimes (crime prevention or safety tips); d. Suspect description(s) when deemed appropriate and if there is sufficient detail; e. Police/Department of Public Safety agency contact information; and f. Other information as deemed appropriate by the Chief of Police or designee. Page | 61

The description of subjects in a case will only be included in the alert if there is a sufficient amount of detail to describe the individual. If the only known descriptors are sex and race, that will not be included in the alert. The name and identifying information of the victim will never be distributed in a timely warning/Safety Alert. 3. Issuing a Timely Warning/Safety Alert In addition to information reported to the UCPD, the following will occur to ensure that timely warnings/Safety Alerts are issued when appropriate: a. The Clery Compliance Manager or designee will review both UC crime reports as well as any reports shared by local law enforcement agencies on a daily basis to ascertain if any offenses require a Safety Alert. b. Every shift supervisor will monitor their shift, as well as external agency response, for offenses that may require a timely warning/safety alert. In the event that a response is made to an offense that may require a timely warning/safety alert, the shift supervisor will notify the Public Information Officer and Clery Compliance Manager. Upon determining that a timely warning/Safety Alert issuance is necessary, the Public Information Officer or designee, will prepare and issue the warning. a. A Safety Alert will be issued by blast email to all members of the campus community, utilizing the email list managed by UCIT for this purpose. b. Updates to the community about any particular case resulting in a safety alert may also be distributed electronically via blast email or posted on the university’s web site. c. Safety Alert may also be posted in campus buildings, when deemed necessary. When an alert is posted in campus buildings, it shall be printed on orange paper and be posted in the lobby/entrance area of the affected building(s) for seven (7) days. The department does not issue a Safety Alert for the above listed crimes if: a.

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The department apprehends the subject(s) and the threat of imminent danger for members of the UC community has been mitigated by the apprehension. If UCPD was not notified of the crime in a manner that would allow the department to post a “timely” warning for the community. A general guideline will include a report that is filed more than five days after the date of the alleged incident may not allow UCPD to post a “timely” warning to the community. This type of situation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. The event is not determined to be an ongoing threat by the Chief of Police or designee.

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Public Safety Advisories (also referred to as Safety Alert may be distributed for crimes (ex. a pattern of larcenies or vandalism cases) that do not rise to the level of causing a serious or continuing threat to the university community or for Clery crimes that occur outside of university’s Clery geography. In addition, they may be distributed for other safety concerns (mulch or cooking fires, etc.). B. Immediate Notifications/Emergency Notifications The Clery Act requires UC to have and disclose emergency response and evacuation procedures in response to a confirmed significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the health or safety of students or employees occurring on the campus. This includes both criminal and non-criminal issues. For an Emergency Notification to be issued there should be a confirmed report of the emergency or dangerous situation. This means that a UC official has verified a legitimate emergency or dangerous situation exists. It does not mean that all the details are known or even available. UC will consider an event to be a significant emergency or dangerous situation if there is imminent threat to life or safety of persons on the campus or UC property. This would include such things as a report of a shooting in progress, a warning of a tornado, a bomb threat, or a chemical spill. For purposes of an Emergency Notification, an event will be considered to be occurring on campus when the incident is occurring on, or threatening the campus. An incident may be occurring near the campus that threatens the campus. Issuing an Emergency Notification 1. Emergency Notifications are issued via the UC Emergency Alert System (EAS). A full description of the EAS and its component parts is contained in the UC Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), and should be referenced. The EAS utilizes multiple communications paths, including voice announcements, text messaging, and email. Other communications paths are used for follow up communication, and are outlined in the EOP. 2. The UC 911 dispatcher, the shift supervisor, and the on-call administrator are all authorized to initiate an Emergency Notification. a. The 911 dispatcher will normally initiate the Emergency Notification. If the shift supervisor or on-call administrator initiates the Emergency Notification, they will instruct the 911 dispatcher to begin the process. 3. The 911 dispatcher will make a voice announcement of the emergency, and give instructions to the building occupants as to what actions they need to take, using the pre-written scripts for the type of emergency. a. If the emergency affects only one building (such as a fire, or chemical spill), this announcement will be only to the involved building. The voice announcement is the only stage of the EAS activated in this case. Page | 63

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b. If the emergency affects multiple buildings or an entire campus, the announcement will be made to all buildings on the involved campus. The voice announcement is then followed by the rest of the EAS activation. The 911 dispatcher will send the Emergency Notification via text messaging (using Nixle system) to all user groups. a. The text messaging platform is limited to 140 characters. b. The dispatcher will use the pre-written scripts for the type of emergency to format the text message. The electronic message boards throughout the university will display the Emergency Notification information. If the emergency is ongoing in nature, follow up Emergency Notification messages will be sent every 15 minutes. a. The follow up messages will confirm that the emergency is still ongoing, and that members of the campus community still need to take an appropriate action, such as remain in shelter. b. b. The final follow up message will confirm that the emergency situation is resolved, and that the danger is past. Should the incident be of a longer term nature, the on-call administrator will send any necessary updates via email to all members of the campus community, utilizing the email list managed by UCit for this purpose. a. The email message will contain updates and more detailed information than can be sent via text message.

C. Emergency Preparedness Plan In the event of a campus-wide emergency, the university’s detailed emergency preparedness plan provides notification instructions and operating procedures at http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety/staying-safe/preparedness.html. This web page provides access links to emergency alerts and procedures, as well as university resources and policies relating to emergency preparedness. 1. Emergency Response Anyone who notices a forthcoming or ongoing emergency should contact the Department of Public Safety, emergency response line by calling 513-556-1111 or 911. Once such an emergency has occurred and has been confirmed by the Department of Public Safety and/or another law enforcement agency, the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will convene and determine the scope of the incident. Upon their determination, the president of UC or designee will activate the Emergency Management and Continuity of Operations Plan. Once the emergency preparedness plan has been activated, the EOC will oversee the response team in conducting recovery and restoration operations. The EOC will fulfill many operational functions during an emergency and is the primary vehicle for implementing and managing the emergency response, and works within the incident command system in the event it is necessary to work with additional city, county, state, or federal agencies. The on-duty Page | 64

public safety supervisor is responsible for confirming that there is a significant emergency or dangerous situation and may initiate the emergency notification systems upon such confirmation. UC will immediately notify the campus community upon the confirmation of a significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the health or safety of faculty, students, or staff occurring on the campus. In a campuswide emergency response, the EOC will, without delay and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate the notification system, unless the notification will, in the professional judgment of the EOC, compromise efforts to assist victims or to contain, respond to, or otherwise mitigate the emergency. The Department of Public Safety will work in concert with the EOC to provide a coordinated and effective response to the university community. 2. UC Alerts The university operates a campus notification system, UC Alerts, which will provide immediate text alerts and updates to students, faculty, and staff, with information and instructions, if there is an emergency. The Department of Public Safety will use these text alerts to notify the campus community of the nature of the emergency and procedures to follow. Because we can send the alerts to any cell phone or email address regardless of physical location, parents find them an invaluable resource for keeping informed if an emergency occurs on campus. UC Alerts work in conjunction with local alarm systems (such as fire alarms) and indoor / outdoor mass notification systems. In the event of an emergency, any or all of UC’s notification capabilities mentioned herein can be utilized simultaneously. All enrolled UC students are automatically enrolled in the UC Alert system. Faculty and staff are enrolled when they complete and/or update their directory listing by including their cell phone numbers. Visitors and other community members can sign up to receive the alerts through the Department of Public Safety’s Campus Safety Network, which is powered by Nixle. Access to the Campus Safety Network is available on the Department of Public Safety’s website under the Records and Reports tab. The UC Emergency Preparedness website, http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety/stayingsafe/preparedness.html, also contains numerous resources for emergency planning (e.g., shelter-in-place and mass-care procedures). 3. Shelter in Place In certain emergency situations, the campus community may be advised to “shelter in place” to avoid or minimize exposure to outside risks. Risks could include chemical or radioactive releases and some weather-related emergencies. If an incident occurs and the buildings or areas around you become unstable, or if the air outdoors becomes dangerous due to toxic or irritating substances, it is usually safer Page | 65

to stay indoors, because leaving the area may expose you to that danger. Thus, to “shelter in place” means to make a shelter of the building that you are in, and with a few adjustments this location can be made even safer and more comfortable until it is safe to go outside. Once shelter-in-place instructions have been communicated, students, faculty, and staff should stay in the same building they were in when they first received the message. If they are outside, they should go to the nearest building and await further instructions. While it may be advisable to shelter in place in certain situations, no one can be forced to do so. Campus community members who choose not to shelter in place should vacate the premises immediately, so the building can be secured as soon as possible. D. Emergency Notification for UC Students with Disabilities Students with disabilities are oriented to all procedures related to their safety in all university buildings, including residence halls and academic buildings, during an intake meeting with an academic counselor in the Disability Services Office. Students participate in a required intake meeting when they request reasonable accommodations. Information about the Disability Services Office can be found at http://www.uc.edu/aess/disability.html or by calling 513-556-6823. A member from the Disability Services Office (DSO) meets with students during their intake process and discusses the general emergency procedures. DSO and the housing department will discuss emergency procedures in further details with students who have mobility or sensory disabilities. The DSO, in coordination with Housing and Food Services, creates and updates an emergency evacuation list that includes the names of students with disabilities, their residence hall and room location, and type of disability. E. Emergency Notification for UC Guests Visitors to campus can prepare for emergency or dangerous situations on campus and the surrounding area before they happen, so they can access up-to-the-minute alerts and advisories, by taking the following proactive steps: 1) Follow the Department of Public Safety on Twitter @ucpublicsafety. (Anyone can create a free Twitter account at twitter.com or download the free Twitter mobile app.) 2) Register for text alerts and Twitter feeds from the following local and regional jurisdictions: a. City of Cincinnati Police@cincinnatipd b. Safer Ohio App - Ohio’s multi-function, mobile public safety tool for reporting suspicious activity, requesting emergency or roadside help, and monitoring traffic conditions. Get it at the App Store or on Google Play. Page | 66

3) Contact the Department of Public Safety directly at 513-556-4900 – For those UC guests who do not have access to a smartphone or are unable to join Twitter. 4) Visitors and other community members can sign up to receive UC alerts through the Department of Public Safety’s Campus Safety Network, which is powered by Nixle. Access to the Campus Safety Network is available on the Department of Public Safety’s website under the Records and Reports tab. VI. 1.

Campus Security and Access to Buildings Blue Light Help Phones

Blue light help phones are located throughout campus for safety purposes. Through this device, persons can be automatically connected with UC dispatch. UC has over 200 blue light help phones or emergency phones throughout campus. For assistance with locating the blue light help phones closest to your classes, college, job, etc. or along your path throughout campus, contact the Department of Public Safety at 513556-4900. 2.

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UC is a public institution and therefore has an open environment that allows individuals to move freely around the campus. This open environment makes all members of the university community responsible for immediately reporting suspicious activity to the Department of Public Safety. Report of suspicious incidents, activities, or persons to the UCPD (6-1111 on campus, 911 off campus) as soon as possible. Individual vigilance is essential in helping the Department of Public Safety promote campus safety and reduce campus crime. 3.

Outside Athletic Facilities

The outside athletic facilities and adjacent unlit areas are closed at dark, unless otherwise being utilized for a UC sporting event or practice. University police officers may question individuals observed using the field after hours, displaying suspicious behavior, or suspected of unlawful acts. The Department of Public Safety stresses that individuals should not hesitate to contact the department with any suspicion regarding their own or someone else’s safety. 4.

Academic and Administration Buildings

Typically, academic and administration buildings are open during regular business and class hours. Instructional facilities are generally open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Friday, with modified weekend hours. The functional usage of the building may necessitate the building being open 24-hours a day/ 7 days a week, such as medical facilities, computer labs, libraries, etc. Other areas may be open for 24-hour use during exam periods or for other special needs. UCPD officers lock and unlock exterior building entrances in accordance with the building’s schedule. They admit Page | 67

individuals to locked buildings and areas only if the individuals have valid identification and written authorization. Most university buildings are open during normal university business hours. For more information about the exact hours of a building, please contact the department that you wish to visit. 5.

Student Housing

On-campus student housing is locked 24 hours per day, with an electronic system controlling access. Residents and visitors must enter through the main entrance only. Residents use an access card to open the building door. Visitors must be escorted by a resident. While the university makes every effort to prevent access by uninvited visitors, residents must also take an active role in that effort. Residents should report strangers to the hall staff and avoid holding doors open for nonresidents to enter. Residents are held responsible for the actions of their guests. We encourage students to lock their room doors at all times. UC provides off-campus student housing at multiple locales around Cincinnati. While these buildings are not located on any UC campus (and may be only partially leased through UC), the university employs full-time Resident Assistants who reside in the building. Residents of the university-provided housing must comply with the university’s Student Conduct Code, including Drug and Alcohol Policies. All criminal activities at these locations should be reported to UCPD and Residence Hall staff, if there is student involvement. 6.

Students Living Off-Campus, Non-University Housing

When a UC student is involved in an off-campus offense, university police officers may assist with the investigation in cooperation with local, state, or federal law enforcement. University police may patrol off campus areas to assist local law enforcement agencies. Cincinnati Police and other agencies surrounding UC’s campuses routinely work with and communicate with university police regarding any serious incidents occurring in the immediate areas surrounding the campuses. Criminal activity reported to the UCPD by other police agencies may also be referred to the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards office for disciplinary action under the Student Code of Conduct. (The Student Code of conduct is attached hereto as Appendix E). Many students live in the neighborhood surrounding the Uptown campus, which is under the primary jurisdiction of the Cincinnati Police. VII.

Crime Prevention and Security Awareness Programs and Education

A. Crime Prevention Programs The university strives to educate students about the importance of preventing crime. Therefore, the university offers many programs throughout the year to reinforce the importance of crime prevention and security awareness. Some examples of programming and education includes: Page | 68

1. Student Safety Board (SSB) – A collaboration between the UCPD and approximately 30 undergraduate students. The group works together to implement safety related educational and outreach events during the school year. 2. Safety Week – Each year, UCPD develops and implements Safety Week to create awareness about staying safe, and educating students about safetyrelated resources. Each day of Safety Week is focused on a different safety topic such as personal safety, self-defense, mental health and fire safety. 3. Social Media Outreach – UCPD conducts outreach to the UC community via social media including Twitter and Facebook. UCPD can be followed on Twitter at @UCPublicSafety, and Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/pages/University-of-Cincinnati-PublicSafety/404082486012?fref=nf. 4. Door hangings & signs – Typically in fall, winter, and spring each academic year, UCPD puts out door hangers to educate students about crime prevention technics, including how to prevent thefts from autos, and burglary prevention. 5. Safety Talks – UCPD conducts many safety talks throughout the year, including to but not limited to talks for the following groups: Freshman Orientation; international student orientation; medical student orientation; English as second language students; sorority and fraternities; residence halls; and any other students groups or organizations who contact the UCPD and request a safety talk. These talks are offered numerous times throughout the year to students and employees. 6. Safety Tables - UCPD teams with Resident Education and Development (RED) to host safety tables in each residence hall in the early weeks of each academic year. Community Outreach Officers and members of SSB hand out safety information about available safety resources and talk to students about utilizing the resources to stay safe. 7. The NightRide Program – UCPD, through volunteers, operates a NightRide Program from 8:00 p.m. to midnight, Sunday through Wednesday and 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. Thursday through Saturday, for the safety of anyone that needs a ride on or around the Uptown Campus during the evenings. By calling 513-556RIDE, individuals will summon an escort team to your location that will provide a ride anywhere on campus or within a one mile radius around UC campus. 8. Campus Watch – UCPD trains and employs students to assist the police in patrolling campus parking lots and garages, residence halls, and other vital areas. These patrol teams report suspicious individuals and/or activities, via radio, to the police dispatcher. Campus Watch personnel can be identified by distinctive jackets and Campus Watch Student IDs. 9. Shuttle Bus Service - The Bearcats Transportation System and Campus Transit System provide students, faculty, staff, and visitors with safe and convenient transportation. B. Crime Prevention Tips

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Crime prevention incorporates the theory that crime can be reduced by lessening the opportunity for crime. Below are some suggestions promoted by UC Department of Public Safety: Residence Halls 1. Lock doors when leaving rooms. 2. Do not leave large sums of money or valuables in any room. Commuters 1. Lock valuables in the trunk or leave them at home. 2. Lock the vehicle and take the keys. 3. Park in well-lighted areas. General Information 1. Never leave personal items unattended (including libraries and study areas). 2. Report any suspicious people or unusual activities to the police. 3. Each individual should let someone – a parent, friend, or spouse – know their schedule in case of an emergency VIII.

Drug and Alcohol Awareness

The University of Cincinnati is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment for all our faculty, staff, and students. Our institution recognizes that the improper use of alcohol and drugs will interfere with the school’s mission and vision by negatively affecting the health and safety of our faculty, staff, and students. All faculty, staff, and students are governed by university rules, as well as by federal, state, and local laws, and will be held accountable for any illegal use or possession of alcohol or other drugs. It is the responsibility of all faculty, staff, and students to be aware of these laws. Employees, students, and campus visitors may not unlawfully manufacture, consume, possess, sell, distribute, transfer or be under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or other controlled substances on school property, while driving a university vehicle or while otherwise engaged in any university activity or business. A. Drug and Alcohol Abuse – Health Risks The abuse of alcohol and use of drugs increases the risk for a number of healthrelated and other medical, behavioral and social problems. Below is a general description of the health risks associated with alcohol and drug use. 1. Alcohol — Can cause short term effects such as loss of concentration and judgment, slowed reflexes, disorientation leading to higher risk of accidents, and problem behavior. Long term effects include risk of liver and heart damage, malnutrition, cancer and other illnesses. Alcohol can be highly addictive to some persons. 2. Amphetamines — Can cause short term effects such as rushed, careless behavior and pushing beyond your physical capacity, leading to exhaustion. Page | 70

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Tolerance to amphetamines increases rapidly. Long term effects include physical and psychological dependence, and continued high doses can cause heart problems, infections, malnutrition and death. Withdrawal can also lead to depression and suicidal ideations. Cannabis (marijuana) — Can cause short term effects such as slow reflexes, increase in forgetfulness, altered judgment of space and distance, and aggravation of pre-existing heart and/or mental health problems. Long term health effects include permanent damage to lungs, reproductive organs and brain function. Cannabis can interfere with physical, psychological, social development of young users. Cocaine(crack) — Can cause short terms effects such as impaired judgment, increased breathing, increased heart rate, heart palpitations, anxiety, restlessness, hostility, paranoia, and confusion. Long term effects may include damage to respiratory and immune systems, malnutrition, seizures and loss of brain function. This drug is highly addictive. Designer Drugs/Synthetic Cannabinoids (bath salts, K2, spice) - Can cause short term effects such as elevated heart rate, elevated blood pressure, chest pain, hallucinations, seizures, violent behavior and paranoia, lack of appetite, vomiting, and tremors. The long-term effects include kidney/liver failure, increased risk of suicide, and death. Hallucinogens (PCP, LSD, ecstasy, dextromethorphan) — Can cause extreme distortions of what a person sees and hears, induces sudden changes in behavior, results in a loss of concentration and memory, increases risk of birth defects in user’s children. Overdoses can cause psychosis, convulsions, coma and death. Frequent and long-term use can cause permanent loss of mental function. Inhalants (nitrous oxide, amyl nitrite, butyl nitrite, chlorohydrocarbons, and hydrocarbons) — Can cause short term effects such as nausea, dizziness, fatigue, slurred speech, hallucinations or delusions, rapid and irregular heart rhythms, heart failure, and death. Long-term use may result in loss of feeling, hearing and vision, and can result in permanent damage to the brain, heart, lungs, liver and kidneys. Sedatives (Valium, Benzodiazepine) — Can cause reduced reaction time and confusion. An overdose on sedatives can cause coma, respiratory arrest, convulsions and death. Withdrawal can be equally dangerous, because in combination with other controlled substances, it can quickly cause coma and death. The long-term use of sedatives can produce physical and psychological dependence, and a person’s tolerance to these drugs can develop quickly. Tobacco (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, hookah) — Can cause diseases of the cardiovascular system. In particular, smoking is a major risk factor for a myocardial infarction (heart attack), diseases of the respiratory tract such as Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and emphysema, and cancer, particularly lung cancer and cancers of the larynx and mouth. Nicotine is highly addictive.

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3361:10-17-07 Conduct and ethics: university alcohol policy. (A)

Introduction.

It is the goal of the University of Cincinnati to maintain an on campus environment that is conductive to intellectual, emotional, and social growth of all members of its community. The University of Cincinnati has established the following policy governing the possession, sale, and consumption of alcohol on its campuses. It is the university’s intention through these policies to be clear about university consequences attributed to irresponsible or illegal usage of alcohol on campus. (B)

Alcohol Policy

The university shall implement and enforce the laws of the state of Ohio as stated in the Ohio Revised Code. It is the responsibility of each student, staff, and faculty member to be familiar with the requirements of the Ohio Revised Code and the provisions of this policy and to conduct themselves accordingly. As permitted by law individual students, faculty and/or staff may purchase, possess and/or consume beer or intoxicating liquor on campus at certain campus events, in designated campus facilities and in campus facilities having permits issued by the Ohio department of liquor control. Restrictions in the Ohio Revised Code include the following: 1. It is unlawful for a person under 21 years of age to purchase, consume, possess, or transport any beer or intoxicating liquor. 2. It is unlawful to knowingly and falsely misrepresent one’s age to obtain alcoholic beverages and/or to misrepresent that another is of legal age for such purpose. 3. It is unlawful to have in one’s possession in a public place without a permit an open container of beer or intoxicating liquor. 4. It is unlawful to possess an open container and/or consume any beer or intoxicating liquor in a motor vehicle. 5. It is unlawful to serve, distribute beer and/or intoxicating liquor to a minor. These laws are contained in Chapter 4301 of the Ohio Revised Code. The complete test of the state liquor laws and administrative regulations may be obtained from the department of campus security, campus library, or the Ohio department of liquor control. Student organizations will be permitted to schedule and/or sponsor on-campus events at which alcohol would be available only at those locations having permits issued by the Ohio department of liquor control. Student organizations that sponsor off-campus events are expected to adhere to state law. Organizations found to have violated state law may be subjected to the loss of registered status. Page | 72

Administrative and academic units (colleges, departments) are permitted to schedule and/or sponsor on-campus student events at which beer or intoxicating liquor would be available only in designated areas within those units and only with the approval of the unit head. These events may not be all campus events and must adhere to regulations for on-campus events (C)

Policy for campus events.

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The events must be properly authorized by the administrative unit responsible for the facility(s) to be used. Consumption and/or sales are permitted only within the approved area for the event Non-alcoholic beverages must be available at the same place as alcoholic beverages and featured as prominently as the alcoholic beverages. The sponsors of the event will implement precautionary measures to ensure that alcoholic beverages are not accessible or served to persons under the legal drinking age or to persons who are intoxicated. The sponsors of the event must require proof of legal age for those individual in question as to legal age. Marketing, advertising and promotion of events with alcoholic beverages being served should not emphasize the serving of alcohol and/or have any drinking games there associated with the event. Management of licensed facilities on-campus reserve the right to limit consumption and/or sales at events in the designated facilities.

(D) Policy violations and sanctions Individuals and organizations found in violation of university regulations will be subject to disciplinary action and may be subject to action outlined in the Ohio Revised Code. To be enacted. Effective: March 29, 1993 Replaces: Rule 3361:40-5-06 (which was effective 2/15/91) Certification: Sally A. Clark signature Sally A. Clark Interim Clerk, Board of Trustees Date: March 9, 1993 Promulgated under R.C. Section 111.15 Rule Amplifies: R.C. 3345.21-25 R.C. 3361.03 R.C. 4301. Page | 73

C. University Policy on Illegal Drug Possession and Use In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989, the university maintains a drug-free campus for all university employees and students and prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of illicit drugs or alcohol on its campuses or as a part of any university activity. University police strictly enforce Ohio law in regard to illegal drugs. Students, faculty, and staff are also subject to university disciplinary action in relation to illegal drugs. D. Penalties The unlawful use of alcohol and drugs may result in disciplinary action by the university, as well as criminal charges and legal penalties. These may include, but are not limited to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.

Suspension or Dismissal from the university; Suspension or Termination from employment; Required attendance at substance abuse education or treatment program; Fines as determined under local, state, or federal laws; Loss of driving privileges; Imprisonment; Forfeiture of personal and real property; and/or Denial of federal benefits such as student financial aid

E. Drug and Alcohol Awareness Education 1. Be Wise Initiative - The Student Wellness Center works with a variety of offices on campus to conduct alcohol initiatives focusing on correcting misconceptions and providing tools and resources for off-campuses students hosting parties. Campus collaborators include the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards , Health Promotion and Education department, Student Government, UC Women’s Center, Counseling and Psychological Services, and Eta Sigma Gamma. The overall goal of the program is to reduce the harm resulting from high-risk drinking, increase student awareness of the consequences of high-risk drinking, and increase knowledge of how to drink responsibly. Be Wise initiative provides Party Smart Kits to students holding off-campus parties. 2. Greek Life Initiatives - Student Activities and Leadership Development (SALD) conducts a variety of alcohol education to fraternity and sorority members. The purpose of these initiatives are to deter Greek students from engaging in high risk behaviors. There are also environmental changes being made to address high-risk drinking among Greek students. The awareness initiatives conducted by SALD include: a. Joint Homecoming Policy – All chapters are expected to follow Fraternity Information Programming Group (FIPG) Guidelines for BYOB/third party Page | 74

vendors. In addition, all chapters must take part in a Safe Social Practices workshop. b. Risk Management Guidelines and Community Expectations – SALD partners with UCPD to provide officers with training to include an overview of risk management guidelines and community expectations. c. Ladder of Risk for Interfraternity Council (IFC) and College Panhellenic Council (CPH) Judicial Boards d. Safe Social Practices and FIPG workshops for all council executive officers and risk management officers. 3. Impact Solutions Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - The purpose of the University of Cincinnati EAP is to offer assessment, counseling and referral services that are confidential and professional, and which include services related to drug and alcohol prevention. Services are available to benefit-eligible employees, spouses/domestic partners, children and other individuals who live in the employee’s home. Impact’s services are provided 24/7/365 at no cost to employees. 4. Online Alcohol Screening - Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers an online alcohol screening to the university community. The goal of this screening is to provide a quick, confidential way to determine if you or someone you care about should connect with a mental health professional. The program is completely anonymous and confidential, and immediately following the brief questionnaire you will see your results, recommendations, and key resources. 5. Poster Program – The Student Wellness Center developed this initiative to offer health and wellness 11 x 17 posters to Resident Advisors (RA’s), Greek houses and advisors to hang in their halls, houses and offices. The posters are on a variety of health and wellness issues, including alcohol, and are created by peer educators. The purpose of this program is to bring awareness to these issues and create a culture of health and wellness across campus. 6. RA Bulletin Board Program - The Student Wellness Center peer educators develop a variety of bulletin boards on health and wellness topics that can be used in the residence halls by RA’s. They include all information for the board and a schematic to help with arrangement of the board. The purpose of this program is to increase awareness of health and wellness issues and make sure RA’s are putting up correct information about the topics. Topics have included alcohol, marijuana, and prescription drugs. 7. Residence Hall Alcohol and Drug Programming - A variety of educational programming is conducted in the residences halls for residents. Program content includes basic alcohol information, such as standard drink size and alcohol content, as well as low-risk drinking skills. These presentations also discussed residence hall expectation and open dialog about alcohol and other drugs. 8. Student Wellness Center Peer Education Workshops - The workshops are conducted by peer educators from the Student Wellness Center for a variety of groups and settings including: classrooms, residence halls, Greek houses, and student organizations. The peer educators conduct programming on alcohol Page | 75

and concentrate on basic alcohol facts and how to avoid the high-risk consequences of alcohol use. These programs also include providing students with campus resources to address these issues. 9. Substance Abuse Psycho Education Program - Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers a fee-based Substance Abuse Psycho Education Program with referrals from The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards and the court system Diversion Program. CAPS offers a two-part psycho-educational program about alcohol and other substance use. The screening segment of the program consists of a private, individual interview and completion of a questionnaire and other materials for gathering information. This component focuses on screening and personalized feedback about a person’s self-reported substance use, related consequences and risks, daily psychological and social functioning, and recommendations for follow up, including treatment when indicated. The second component consists of a discussion class that includes a brief video, review of the effects of substance use on the brain, and other topics to assist people in contemplating their use and change. 10. Alcohol and Drug Sanction Classes—The Student Wellness Center accepts referrals from The Office of Student Conducts and Community Standards for students who have violated the university alcohol and drug policy. Students are required to complete an alcohol or drug education class, which is facilitated by a graduate student. As part of the sanction process, if the student is under 21, parents will be notified of the violation. 11. “Think About It” Online Education Program—The Student Wellness Center coordinates an online education program called “Think About It,” which is a class for incoming undergraduate and graduate students. Students are expected to complete this class before arriving to campus. The online program is approximately two hours in length, and covers topics such as alcohol, healthy relationships, consent, and sexual assault. 12. 21st Birthday Card Program - The Student Wellness Center sends electronic 21st birthday cards to all students turning 21. The cards contain information about celebrating your 21st birthday safely. The card contains low-risk drinking tips for those that choose to use alcohol on their birthday. F. Drug Abuse, Liquor Law and Weapon Law Violations In compliance with the Clery Act, the university will count and disclose the number of arrests and the number of students referred to The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards for drug abuse, liquor law, and weapons law violations. If both an arrest and a disciplinary action referral occur for the same incident, the university will only count the arrest, even if the arrest and the referral are for different violations (i.e. arrested for drug offense, but referred to The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards for liquor offense). The Clery Compliance Manager will count violations of state and local laws for purposes of the drug, liquor and weapons law violations section of the Clery statistics. Ohio Revised Code (R.C.) Chapter 4301 regulates the he manufacture, sale, Page | 76

purchase, transportation, possession or use of alcoholic beverages. For purposes of Clery counting, driving under the influence or (public) drunkenness will not be included. (R.C. 4301 can be located in its entirety at http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/4301.) Drug abuse offenses are be located in both the state and local laws. R.C. Chapter 2925 regulates the possession, sale, use, growth, manufacturing and making of narcotics. (R.C. Chapter 2925 can be located in its entirety at http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2925.) Further, the Cincinnati Municipal Code (CMC) regulates the possession of drug paraphernalia and drugs in Chapter 601 and 879. (A complete version of the CMC is located at https://www.municode.com/library/oh/cincinnati/codes/code_of_ordinances.) Weapons offenses are located in both the R.C. and the CMC as well. The City, through the CMC, regulates the discharge of firearms in the City limits in Chapter 708. The state regulates all other aspects of weapons law through R.C. Chapter 2923. (R.C. 2923 can be located in its entirety at http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2923.) G. Hazing Prevention Through university rules, the student code of conduct, programming, and in accordance with state and federal laws, the university adamantly prohibits any form of hazing associated with university extracurricular activities. All student activities, including, but not limited to, student organization membership orientation and initiation, shall be expected to be unquestionable in their purpose and intention as related to hazing. The university defines hazing as participating in or allowing any or coercing another, including the victim, to do any act that creates a substantial risk of causing mental or physical harm to any person. A forced or coerced activity shall also be considered hazing when the initiation or admission into, or continued affiliation with, a university organization is directly or indirectly conditional upon performing that activity. In no event shall the willingness of an individual to participate in the activity serve as a defense in cases of hazing. For a complete copy of the university hazing policy, please visit http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/trustees/docs/rules_40/40-03-12.pdf Hazing Prevention Coalition The Hazing Prevention Coalition works to empower the University of Cincinnati community to prevent hazing through active education, prevention and intervention. We are committed to the cultivation of an environment that is safe and enjoyable, building relationships through the facilitation of activities which do not compromise principles or respect for individuals. In addition, the Coalition seeks to ensure that the environment is safe for those who are seeking support in developing hazing prevention strategies for themselves and their organizations. Page | 77

For updates on the Hazing Prevention Coalition, visit the hazing prevention section of the Student Activities and Leadership Development website at http://www.uc.edu/sald/about/hazing-prevention.html. IX.

Higher Education Opportunity Act

A. Drills, Exercises and Tests 1. Fire Drills - Consistent with Clery and the Ohio Fire Code, fire drills are conducted in the academic buildings as well as the resident halls. The university conducts fire drills in the academic buildings annually. In the residence halls, the university conducts four drills per academic school year, and at least one drill is conducted after sunset and before sunrise. 2. Severe Weather Notification – The severe weather notification system is tested the first Wednesday of every month, except when severe weather is determined to be imminent by the Department of Public Safety. These tests are audio, email and text messaging notifications. 3. Smoke Detector Tests - Smoke detectors are tested monthly in all our resident halls. These tests are conducted by UC Fire Inspectors. 4. Sprinkler and Suppression System Testing - These tests are conducted according to the NFPA standard which may be monthly, quarterly, or annually. These tests may be conducted by UC Alarm Technicians or by an outside agency. 5. Active Shooter Exercises – These exercises include tabletop and full-scale exercises and, in total, are conducted four times per year. B. Fire Safety Fire Safety Report The University of Cincinnati is required to comply with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). The 2008 HEOA Amendments require Title IV Institutions to collect and publish statistics related to fire and/or smoke events as well as fire prevention policies and fire safety equipment as these items pertain to residence halls owned and controlled by the institution. In accordance with the fire statistics, safety and prevention requirements of the HEOA, the University of Cincinnati’s Department of Public Safety prepares an Annual Fire Safety Report. This report is released annually on or before October 1 of each year. Paper copies of the Annual Fire Safety Report will be provided upon request at (513) 556-4300. Fire Log Page | 78

Being a university with on-campus student housing facilities, the University of Cincinnati will maintain a fire log. This log will only apply to the main, Uptown Campus, as the other UC campuses do not have residential student housing oncampus. 1. The log will record: the nature of the fire; the date and time of the fire; the date the fire was reported; and the general location of the fire. 2. The log will report any time that any fire occurs in an on-campus studenthousing facility. 3. All log entries shall be made within two business days of receipt of the information. 4. The 60 day, most recent fire log will be available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Department of Public Safety. Any portion older than 60 days, will be available within two business days from the request. 5. In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the university will also create and publish an annual fire safety report as part of its Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. C. University’s Missing Resident in Campus Housing Facilities Policy Policy Number: 4.1.2 Background The University of Cincinnati maintains campus residence hall facilities and is required by law to establish a policy for missing student notification. Policy Proactive measures 1. Each student living in any on-campus housing facility has the right to register a confidential contact person (CCP) to be notified in the event that the student is determined to be missing. A. Each student shall be provided a written notice of the availability of CCP registration.  Said notice will be communicated via email to the student’s individual UC email account. In addition, the option of this process shall be included on the Student Life web site.  These registrations shall be maintained by the lead administrator of the facility where the student lives.  Registration information will include the CCP’s full name and phone number.  Each student shall be provided the opportunity to register a CCP within 48 hours of keys being issued to the student.  If a student wishes to change his/her CCP registration, he or she must make written notice to the lead administrator of the facility where he/she lives.

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B. The process for access to registration information on all CCPs is restricted to designated employees of the university or the manager of the on-campus facility not operated by the university. The information on a CCP is confidential and shall be accessed only by authorized personnel and released to relevant law enforcement agencies only in furtherance of the missing person investigation. C. Procedures for reporting possible missing students shall be posted on the following web sites:  Resident Education and Development/Housing & Food Services  Student Life  Public Safety These reporting procedures will also be included in writing in the following publications or platforms:   

UC Student Handbook; Right to Know publication; Residence hall handbook;

Reporting missing residents 1. When a resident of on-campus student housing is believed to be missing, concerned persons should notify any of the following resources: A. University of Cincinnati Police Department (UCPD), 556-1111; and B. The residence coordinator (RC) or assistant residence coordinator (ARC) where the missing person lives; in University Park apartments these officials are referred to as the community manager or assistant community manager; in Bellevue Gardens the official is the property manager; or C. During university business hours,  Dean of Students Office (513 556-5250);  Office of Resident Education and Development (RED) (513 556-6476). 2. Any university employee of the units listed above (or their counterparts in oncampus housing facilities run by other organizations) who receives a report of a missing resident shall immediately contact UCPD at 513 556-1111; notify his/her own immediate supervisor; and document the incident. If UCPD identifies that it does not have jurisdiction based on the circumstances, they shall assist the reporting person(s) in making contact with the appropriate law enforcement jurisdiction. UCPD will notify the Dean of Students Office. Parental/Confidential Contact Person notification In the event that a student is reported to be missing, that student’s designated confidential contact person must be contacted within 24 hours. If the student is an unemancipated student under age 18 that student’s parent(s)/guardian also must be contacted within 24 hours. The University of Cincinnati Police Department is the Page | 80

university office designated to make this notification. Such notice may be made in cooperation with the responsible law enforcement jurisdiction, if applicable. Definitions For the purposes of this policy, “on-campus student housing” includes any residential facility for students that is located on an institution’s campus even if the building is owned or maintained by a student organization or another party. Therefore, as of the publication date of this policy, “campus housing facilities” at the University of Cincinnati include the following buildings: Calhoun Hall, Campus Recreation Center (CRC) Hall, Dabney Hall, Daniels Hall, Schneider Hall, Siddall Hall, Turner Hall, the Stratford Heights Complex, University Park Apartments and Bellevue Gardens Apartments. Related links: Policy 4.1.1 Student Related Critical Incidents Response Policy Phone Contacts: UC Police Dean of Students Resident Education & Development X.

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Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Crimes & Sexual Offenses

A. VAWA Educational Awareness and Prevention Programs The university prohibits domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assaults, and stalking. The university’s Title IX grievance procedures are attached hereto as Appendix D. These policies are continuously reviewed; for the most up to date version of the procedures, please see http://www.uc.edu/titleix.html. In order to educate our community about these crimes, the university engages in comprehensive, intentional, and integrated programming, initiatives, strategies, and campaigns intended to end dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking that: • Are culturally relevant, inclusive of diverse communities and identities, sustainable, responsive to community needs, and informed by research, or assessed for value, effectiveness, or outcome; and • Consider environmental risk and protective factors as they occur on the individual, relationship, institutional, community and societal levels. The university’s educational awareness and prevention programs begin with the university’s primary prevention programs. These programs are designed and intended to stop dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking before they occur. The university’s primary prevention programs are required for all incoming Page | 81

students and all new employees. All new employees receive on-line training that covers sexual harassment as well has how to recognize and report other types of sex and gender based harassment, discrimination, and violence. New employees complete two on-line trainings. “Report and Prevent Sexual Misconduct” is required for all staff, faculty, targeted student workers, and all supervisors. “Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation for Universities” is required for all staff and faculty. Supervisors complete “EDU: Supervisor Anti-Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation”. These trainings are required within ninety (90) days of beginning work at the university. All new students, including first year, transfer, graduate, and distance learners, are expected to complete an on-line training that covers sexual/gender-based harassment, discrimination, and violence issues. The training includes interactive scenarios, frank discussions about alcohol and drug use, and strategies for engaging in risk reduction and bystander intervention, and information about the university’s policies, procedures, and resources. All incoming students are expected to complete the training within sixty (60) days of receipt. A follow up survey is provided to assess how incoming students used the information during their first term at the university. The University of Cincinnati’s educational outreach is a collaborative effort through the offices of UC Department of Public Safety, the Title IX office, Student Affairs and University Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) and the Department of Women’s Gender and Sexuality Studies among others. UC’s Education Outreach includes: 1. Educational outreach and safety talks with: residence hall supervisors; student safety board; Greek organizations; student orientation; and faculty and staff groups and organizations. Typically, these safety talks are offered at least one group during each month during the regular school year. (This does not account for summer vacation.) The safety talks are issued by the Division of Student Affairs free of charge. 2. UC Council for Creating a Safer Campus Culture: This group of campus constituents meets bi-weekly to address prevention and response measures related to gender-based violence. 3. Awareness Campaigns: a.

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Healthy Relationships Week – Is generally offered the week leading up to Valentine’s Day and it fosters conversation about healthy relationships (consent, sex, gender, and identity). It is a week of free programming, opened to all students. Participating groups include Title IX, LGBTQ Center, Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards, , Student Government, Fraternities and Sororities, and Racial Awareness Programs (RAPP).

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#It’s on Us Campaign – White House program designed to create a movement to prevent sexual assault and sexual violence. The campaign encourages members of the UC community to stand up, step in, and reach out to make a difference when it comes to sexual assault prevention. The programs related to #ItsOnUs are free of charge, and occasionally involves guest speakers. #Consent Culture Campaign - The #ConsentCulture Campaign is an initiative to start a campus wide dialogue about healthy sex and consent. It aims to bring the UC student community together to promote consensual sex, clear misconceptions, and raise awareness of the resources available to the university community. The Female Orgasm Program – The Female Orgasm Program combines sex education and women's empowerment with a hearty dose of laughter. The program brings a playful, honest, approach to this topic, packing the house on college campuses. The program is inclusive of people of all genders and sexual orientations. Phallacies, Inc. provides leadership development, health education, and violence prevention for men via innovative educational theater. We engage men in critical conversations and direct action to challenge acceptance of the unhealthy aspects of traditional masculinity and support expression of multiple masculinities. Using dialogue and theater, we expand definitions of masculinity, create healthier men and healthier communities. Clothesline Project – Interactive visual display that bears witness to gender-based violence. Each shirt is decorated to represent a particular person’s experience, by the survivor themselves or by someone who cares about them. Organized by WILL students in the UC Women’s Center. Consent Pop-Ups – LGBTQ Center and Women’s Gender, and Sexuality Studies Department created interactive presentations across campus to educate students on UC policies regarding consent and sexual violence. Denim Day – Students, faculty, and staff wore denim to raise awareness about sexual assault and to challenge victim-blaming. UC Student Wellness Center organized this event and distributed buttons to participants explaining why they wore denim. Cincinnati Task-force to Reduce Gender-based Violence on Campus – UC partners with area institutions of higher education, city officials, and local rape crisis shelters to address gender-based violence at a city level.

4. ]Women’s Center Symposium of Sexual/Gender Based Violence - UC Women's Center hosted its first Symposium on Campus Response to Sexual and Gender Based Violence, which brought together 35 individuals who represented 8 institutions from across the region. Page | 83

5. Student online training – UC uses the program Think About It! - Think About It! is the on-line training for new incoming students at UC. Think About It! covers dating violence, domestic violence, sexual violence, stalking, bystander intervention, risk reduction, and healthy decision making. 6. Title IX 101 – Training offered by the university’s Title IX office. It is offered frequently throughout the year to responsible employees and students and it is free of charge. Anyone can request Title IX 101 training by contacting the Title IX office at 513-556-3349. Counseling and Health Support Services: a.

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Sexual Assault Support Groups - These programs, offered through CAPS, confidential crisis intervention, support groups, and ongoing individual counseling services to survivors of sexual violence, sexual harassment, stalking, and/or domestic and dating violence. Hope and Healing is designed for undergraduate and graduate women who have experienced interpersonal trauma (sexual assault, dating violence, etc.). The group provides a sage and empowering atmosphere for members to reclaim their lives, process their experience, and learn skills to help manage the effects of the trauma. After-hours helpline – This helpline is staffed by professional counselors available at (513) 556-0648. Domestic Violence and Protective Order Clinic 556-0180. UC Department of Public Safety has created a Special Investigations Unit to provide support services for members of the UC community who are victims of sexual assault, sexual violence and stalking. The Special Investigations unit is comprised of a victim services coordinator and special investigator who work closely with UC’s Title IX Coordinator.

B. Reporting a VAWA Crime/Filing a VAWA related Complaint The university has procedures in place that serve to be sensitive and responsive to those who report sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. The university will provide complainant with written notification of rights and options that includes information regarding services available to students and employees including counseling, victim advocates, student financial aid, legal assistance, visa and immigration assistance and other services that are available both on and off campus. In addition, the written notification will explain how the complainant may request interim measures to prevent contact between the complainant and the respondent, which could include housing, academic, transportation and/or working accommodations, if they are reasonably available. Such interim measures will be granted if they are reasonably available and requested by the complainant, regardless of whether the victim chooses to report the crime to law enforcement. The university encourages accurate and prompt reporting of all crimes to campus police and local law enforcement, when appropriate, when the victim elects to, or is unable to, make such a report. Although the university strongly encourages all Page | 84

members of its community to report violations of this policy to law enforcement, it is the victim’s choice whether or not to make such a report and victims have the right to decline involvement with the police. If the complainant so desires to report the matter to law enforcement, the CSA shall provide assistance to the complainant in doing so. 1. Reports to law enforcement* Reports may be made to the UCPD at: (513) 556-1111, 51 West Corry Blvd, http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety.html. Reports may be made simultaneously to law enforcement and the Title IX Coordinator/Deputy Title IX Coordinator. When there are concurrent reports the Title IX Office and the investigating law enforcement agency will work in collaboration whenever possible. *Speaking to a law enforcement officer or the Department of Public Safety does NOT obligate a person to file any complaint. 2. Reports to UCPD Victim Services Coordinator Reports may be made to the UCPD Victim Services Coordinator at: (513) 556-4905, 45 Corry Blvd, Suite 3115. The Victim Services Coordinator can assist a complainant in accessing the criminal justice process through a report to UCPD or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The Victim Services Coordinator will also continue to work with a complainant and witnesses as appropriate as they navigate the criminal justice process. When the Victim Services Coordinator receives a report it will also be sent to the Title IX Coordinator to ensure the complainant is aware of their rights under university policy. 3. Anonymous Reporting Individuals who have experienced sex or gender-based discrimination, harassment, or violence are encouraged to report their information to the university. Individuals can report information anonymously via the EthicsPoint anonymous reporting hotline (1800-889-1547) or the EthicsPoint website at http://www.uc.edu/af/intaudit/ethicshotline.html. 4. Reports to the Title IX Grievance Procedure Reports involving employees are addressed as set forth in the university Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment, the university Policy Statement on Sex Offenses, the university Policy on Discriminatory Harassment and the university Policy on Nondiscrimination. Reports involving students are addressed as set forth in the University of Cincinnati Title IX Grievance Procedures. Reports to the Title IX office may be made by phone at 513-556-3349. For a complete copy of the University of Cincinnati’s Title IX procedures, please visit: http://www.uc.edu/titleix/policies-procedures.html. Page | 85

All current contact information for the university staff members and departments mentioned throughout the policy as well as resources for services can be found in appendices A and B below. 5. Campus Security Authorities (CSA) CSAs are individuals at the university who, because of their function for the university, have an obligation under the Clery Act to notify the university of alleged Clery Crimes (including sexual misconduct/VAWA crimes) that are reported to them in good faith, or alleged Clery Crimes that they may have personally witnessed. . University employees who are responsible for reporting possible sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation include faculty & staff advisors, administrators, staff, residence coordinators, and residence advisors. 6. Amnesty The university community encourages the reporting of student code of conduct violations and crimes by victims, especially sexual misconduct. Sometimes, victims are hesitant to report such conduct to university officials because they fear that they themselves may be accused of policy violations, such as underage drinking at the time of the incident. It is in the best interests of this community that as many victims as possible choose to report code violations to university officials. To encourage reporting, the University of Cincinnati has the discretion to not charge alleged victims, bystanders or witnesses, or others who participate in the student code of conduct process with non-violent violations, such as personal use of alcoholic beverages or drugs or narcotics, related to the incident. Amnesty will be determined on a case by case basis at the discretion of the Dean of Students or designee, except that in Title IX Matters, the Dean of Students will obtain input from the Title IX Coordinator. The University may impose educational responses rather than sanctions. Amnesty applies to students of the university. 7. Mandatory reporters Ohio law requires that any person learning of a felony report the crime to the police. All university employees must report a felony of which they are aware to the UCPD (exceptions to this are employees of the Counseling Center and Psychological Services and University Health Services). Questions regarding identifying felony behavior can be directed to the Office of General Counsel or the UCPD. For a list of reportable offenses, please see the sexual offenses and related crimes chart. Further, for purposes of Title IX, all university employees, except those specifically designated as confidential resources (recognized campus counseling centers, health services), must report to the Title IX Coordinator any incidents of possible sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or retaliation on campus of which they are aware. Reports must be made within 24 hours using the online reporting form or to the Title IX Page | 86

Coordinator or a Deputy using the contact information provided above. University employees who are responsible for reporting possible sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation include all faculty, administrators, staff, residence coordinators, and residence advisors. 8. Medical Treatment & Evidence Collection After an incident of sexual assault or domestic or dating violence, the victim should consider seeking medical attention as soon as possible to make sure they are physically well and so that evidence may be collected, even if the victim chooses not to make a report to law enforcement. A medical-forensic exam involves gathering physical evidence from a victim’s body, their clothing, and from other items that may have been used during an assault. Typically, medical-forensic exams are performed at the UC Medical Center. Although it is natural to want to do certain things after an assault, such as take a shower, change clothes, or wash bed linens, whenever possible, a victim should avoid these kinds of actions because they may remove valuable physical evidence. In the state of Ohio a victim has up to 96 hours after an assault to obtain a medicalforensic exam. Medical-forensic exams can be completed even if a victim has showered, brushed their teeth, douched, or changed clothing, although evidence may be more difficult to obtain. A medical-forensic exam can be completed without filing a police report and is free for the victim. During a medical-forensic exam medical professionals will also discuss options to reduce the risk of pregnancy and/or sexually transmitted diseases and can address other physical injuries related to an assault. If a victim does not opt for a medical-forensic exam, health care providers can still treat injuries and take steps to address concerns of pregnancy and/or sexually transmitted disease. Victims are encouraged to preserve evidence by saving text messages, instant messages, social networking pages, other communications, and by keeping pictures, logs or other copies of documents, if they have any, that would be useful in a university and/or criminal investigation. C. Prohibition Against Retaliation The university does not tolerate intimidation, retaliation, or retaliatory harassment against individuals because they filed a complaint associated with part of this policy, participated in an investigation, or otherwise asserted rights protected by Title IX, Clery, or VAWA. Individuals found responsible for retaliation will be held accountable under the Student Code of Conduct, human resources policies and procedures, or their respective collective bargaining agreement. Remedies may be available to complainants, witnesses, and participants who experience retaliation. Page | 87

D. Confidentiality The university is a public institution in the State of Ohio, and thereby subject to Ohio Public Records Law. Therefore, with respect to VAWA offenses, sexual misconduct, and other Title IX matters, the university will, to the extent possible and consistent with state and federal law, treat the information shared or received by the involved parties as private and confidential. The university will provide the following consistent with Clery, VAWA, FERPA, state and federal law: 1. 2.

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Daily Crime Log - The university will not publish the complainant’s name or identifying information in Daily Crime log, Clery timely warnings or online. Interim Measures - Only individuals who have a legitimate need to know will be provided with information about interim measures implemented at any point after a report is made. Disclosure of Student information – Generally, if the university discloses a student’s information during the course of an investigation, the student will be notified, including to whom it will be disclosed and why. Remedies - The respondent will not be notified of individual remedies offered or provided to the complainant. Reports to Confidential Resources - Reports made to the confidential resources listed on the UC Title IX website (www.uc.edu/titleix/confidentiality) should not be shared with the university except when: the reporter provides permission; there is a case of immediate threat; or as otherwise required by the confidential resources’ license or state law. Confidential resources may provide de-identified information related to trends in victimization or the needs of complainants, respondents, or others in the community that can assist the university in providing the more effective prevention and response programs. Complainant Request to Not Investigate - If a complainant discloses an incident to a responsible employee or CSA, but wishes to maintain confidentiality, or requests that no investigation into a particular incident be conducted or disciplinary action be taken, the university must weigh that request against the university’s obligation to provide a safe, nondiscriminatory environment for everyone, including the complainant. If the university honors the request for confidentiality, the Complainant must understand that the university’s ability to meaningfully investigate the incident and pursue disciplinary action against the respondent may be limited. Although rare, there are times when the university may not be able to honor a victim’s request in order to provide a safe, non-discriminatory environment. Removal of Student Name from Directory Information - Consistent with FERPA, a complainant may also request the removal of their name from university directory information.

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1. Overview If a report of sexual misconduct is made to a Title IX required reporter or a CSA, the report will be sent within one calendar day to the Title IX Coordinator. At any point after making a report, a required reporter or a CSA can assist the complainant in contacting law enforcement if the complainant so desires. Upon receiving a report, the Title IX required reporter or CSA will help the complainant determine if they have any immediate medical and safety needs and to connect the complainant with support for those immediate needs. The Title IX Office or its designee, upon receipt of a report, will provide the Complainant with a list of resources, including on and off-campus support. The Title IX Office or designee will also assist the complainant in reviewing and assessing different options for formal reporting, implement appropriate interim measures (outlined in Section 2, below), and implement appropriate safety plans in partnership with campus agencies and law enforcement as appropriate. If the complainant reports the issue to law enforcement, the Title IX Office will work in partnership with the law enforcement agency to make sure the complainant is aware of their rights under university policy and the law. For complaints involving allegation of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking by a represented staff or faculty member, the university will conduct any investigation based upon a complaint in compliance with any relevant collective bargain agreement (cba) terms. For complaints involving allegation of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking by a non-represented staff/employee, the university will conduct any investigation and grievance proceedings in compliance with the Human Resources policies and procedures. For complaints involving allegation of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking by a student, the proceedings are set forth below in section 4. 2. Protective measures Protective measures (also referred to as interim measures in Title IX) are available upon receipt of a report of sexual misconduct and other Title IX issues, and prior to the resolution of a complaint, as appropriate. The Title IX Coordinator or designee oversees the identification, implementation, and removal or protective measures related to sexual misconduct or other Title IX issues. Available protective measures include, but are not limited to, restrictions on contact between the respondent and complainant (“no contact” orders); changes in academic or living situations where appropriate; access to counseling, health, and mental health services at no cost; academic support; and walk-along services. Failure to abide by restrictions implemented as a protective measure may constitute a violation of UC policy.

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The university will maintain the protective measures provided to the victim as confidential to the extent that maintaining that confidentiality will not impair the ability of the university to provide the accommodations or protective measure. Individuals who would like to request additional protective measures or who experience difficulty obtaining protective measures that they have been approved to receive should contact the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Protective measures are available whether or not the individual chooses to report the crime to the police. The protect measures may also be available by filing a complaint with law enforcement, or filing for a protective order in a civil court. 3. Interim Measure: Protection Order Protection orders are signed orders by the court directing one individual to stay away from another individual. In Ohio, protection orders can be issued in the criminal case, and are referred to as temporary protection orders (TPO), or issued in a civil case and are referred to as civil protection orders (CPO). In some instances, for example domestic violence, the victim may want to pursue both a TPO and a CPO for maximum protection. Often, in criminal cases, TPOs will be issued by the judge at the defendant’s arraignment (first appearance). In order to obtain a CPO, however, the victim must request the order from a judge via motion. Once the victim files the motion with the court, the court will set up a time for both parties to be present for a hearing on the matter. At that hearing, the judge must find, by a preponderance of the evidence that the protection order is necessary. *Please note that if there is a pending criminal case, the judge who presides over the criminal case will not necessarily be the judge who is presiding over the CPO hearing. In instances that present an “immediate danger” to the victim, the judge may issue an ex parte (issued only after speaking to the victim/petitioner) temporary/emergency civil protection order. If an emergency protection order is issued, the judge will typically arrange for a hearing, with both the accused and the victim present, as soon as possible. If a person is found to violate a protective order, he or she could be jailed and charged with a separate crime. For more information about Protective Orders and/or how the UCPD can help, please contact 513-556-1111 or the Domestic Violence and Protective Order Clinic with contact information on Appendix B. Please note that speaking to law enforcement does not, in any way, obligate anyone to file for a Temporary Civil Protection Order. 4. Formal Resolution For Complaints Involving Alleged Sexual Misconduct by a Student Page | 90

The Title IX Office serves as the primary investigator of reports of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking when the respondent is a student or third party. The Title IX Office works in partnership with the Office of Equal Opportunity Access and the Provost’s Office when the respondent is a staff or faculty member. All these offices work in collaboration with the UCPD and other law enforcement agencies when there is a concurrent criminal investigation. Unless the complainant expresses a desire not to proceed with the formal resolution process and the university concurs, the formal process shall begin when a student, employee, or visitor to the university files a formal complaint with the Title IX office alleging that a University of Cincinnati student has engaged in sexual misconduct. For complaints involving allegations of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking by a university faculty or staff member, the processes are outlined in either the employee’s respective collective bargaining agreement or the university’s human resources policies. The university’s human resources, labor relations and policy development webpage can be found at http://www.uc.edu/hr/lrpd.html. For complaints involving allegation of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking by a student, the procedure will apply for the university’s disciplinary proceeding. The proceedings provide a prompt, fair and impartial investigation and resolution conducted by officials who receive annual training on the issues related to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking and how to conduct an investigation and hearing process that protects the safety of victims and promotes accountability. a. Title IX Procedures i. Timeframe - The university strongly encourages individuals who experience sex discrimination to file complaints as soon as reasonably possible after the alleged sex discrimination occurs to allow for prompt resolution of inappropriate conduct. Complaints should be filed under this procedure within two years of the last act of alleged discrimination, unless extenuating circumstances precluded reporting a complaint within that time frame. The purpose of the timeframe is to ensure that the passage of time does not limit the university's ability to conduct an investigation or locate witnesses, as memory lapses and other time-sensitive factors may impair an investigation. Complaints filed outside the two year time frame may be eligible for a discretionary waiver of the filing requirement. Waiver decisions will be made by the Title IX Coordinator in consultation with the General Counsel. ii. Initiate Title IX Process - A complainant may initiate the formal Title IX process by filing a complaint with the Title IX Coordinator or designee. During this meeting, the complainant will receive a copy of the university’s Title IX policies and procedures, and information about the Title IX process, how to file a complaint with law enforcement, how to obtain protective measures, and information about on- and off-campus resources. Page | 91

iii. Title IX Meetings - Within seven days of the filing of a report, a Deputy Title IX Coordinator or designee will generally initiate a meeting with the Respondent. During this meeting, the Respondent will receive notice of the complaint allegations, a copy of the university’s Title IX policies and procedures, and information about the Title IX process. The Respondent also will be provided an opportunity to discuss the nature of the complaint allegations. iv. Interview Witnesses - Within 14 days of the filing of a complaint, a Deputy Title IX Coordinator or designee will begin interviewing witnesses, as appropriate, and review relevant evidence. The Complainant and the Respondent will have an equal opportunity to provide documents and witnesses during the investigation and adjudication of the complaint. v. Investigatory Report - At the conclusion of the investigation, the Title IX Coordinator or designee will prepare an interim investigatory report for review by the Complainant and Respondent. The Complainant and Respondent will be provided an equal opportunity to review, ask written questions about, and comment in writing on the report. Written input from the Complainant and Respondent will be incorporated into the report. If necessary, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator or designee will conduct additional investigation prior to finalizing the report. The final report will be provided to the adjudicators (see adjudication process below) within five weeks of the filing of the formal complaint. b. Adjudication Proceedings - Student Code of Conduct – Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards - The university maintains a pool of faculty, staff and students who receive training at least annually on sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and the requirements of Title IX. Adjudication of complaint under this procedure will take place as set forth in the Student Code of Conduct. Both the Complainant and the Respondent will receive concurrent written notice of the outcome of the adjudicatory process. FERPA does not prohibit an institution of postsecondary education from disclosing the final results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the institution against a student who is an alleged perpetrator of any crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense, if the institution determines as a result of that disciplinary proceeding that the student committed a violation of the institution’s rules or policies with respect to such crime or offense. The university’s adjudication proceedings are separate from any criminal investigation(s), charge(s), and/or prosecution(s); the institutional adjudication proceedings will be conducted simultaneous to any criminal investigation or processes. The following are portions of the adjudicatory proceedings: i. Complainant and Respondent are entitled to simultaneous notice. - In complaints involving harassment or discrimination, the purpose of the procedural review is to allow both the Complainant and the Respondent the opportunity to review the alleged violation(s) and ask questions about the disciplinary process. Both the Complainant and the Respondent will receive Page | 92

simultaneous notification of their right to a procedural review. Complaints involving harassment or discrimination are heard by an administrative review committee (ARC), regardless of whether the Complainant or Respondent appears at the procedural review. Only the ARC will determine whether a policy violation occurred. If the Respondent chooses to accept responsibility, they may do so either in person, to the ARC, or via a written statement, which will be submitted to the ARC. In complaints involving harassment or discrimination where multiple students or student organizations are charged, students or student organizations charged in the same incident will have separate ARC hearings. In Title IX cases the Title IX Coordinator or designee may recommend to the Director of Office Student Conduct and Community Standards that the cases be separated or heard together. ii. Complainant and Respondent are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during a disciplinary proceeding. The Complainant and Respondent may elect to have an adviser present who may consult with the student verbally or in writing in a quiet, non-disruptive manner but the advisor may not actively participate as a spokesperson or vocal advocate in the hearing. The Complainant and the Respondent are required to notify the hearing committee chair 24 hours prior to the hearing if the adviser is an attorney. A student or student organization should select an advisor whose schedule allows attendance at the scheduled date and time for the ARC hearing because delays will not normally be allowed due to the scheduling conflicts of an advisor. iii. Both the Complainant and Respondent will receive timely and equal access to information used in meetings and hearings. iv. Both the Complainant and Respondent will be informed, in writing, of the outcome of any disciplinary proceeding. (Outcome means the institution’s final determination with respect to the alleged sex offense and any sanction that is imposed against the Respondent.) The ARC will seek to reach consensus in adjudicating cases. In the event there is no consensus, a majority vote will determine the outcome. In the event of a tie of the votes, the hearing chair will render a vote. The parties will receive concurrent written notice of the outcome, consistent with federal and state law. In complaints involving crimes of violence and sexual violence, the complainant will receive written notification of sanctions that the respondent may receive, consistent with federal and state law. c. Standard of Review - The university applies the preponderance of the evidence or a “more likely than not” standard in investigating, adjudicating and resolving complaints of sex discrimination, including allegations of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, sexual harassment and violence. d. Appeal-The Complainant and Respondent have equal rights to file an appeal. The University Appeal Administrator is appointed by the vice president for student affairs and receives regular training. The appeal process will be carried out consistent with the Student Code of Conduct. The complainant and Page | 93

respondent will receive concurrent written notice of the outcome of the appeal process. e. Sanctions -Students found responsible for sexual misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct are subject to a range of sanctions up to, and including, suspension and dismissal from the university, as set forth in the Student Code of Conduct. Other sanctions may include removal from housing, changes in academic programming, and restrictions on access to the complainant or campus. Sanctions include the following: i. University disciplinary reprimand - Notifies the student in writing that their behavior is unacceptable and that any other violation may warrant further sanctions. ii. University disciplinary probation - Imposes specific restrictions or places extra requirements on the student for a specified period. These may vary with each case and may include restrictions related to participation in intercollegiate athletics, extracurricular and residence life activities. Such restrictions may also involve other requirements not academically restrictive in nature. They should be consistent with the philosophy of providing constructive learning experiences as a part of the probation. A student may be required to meet periodically with designated persons. Any further misconduct on the student’s part during the period of probation may result in disciplinary suspension or dismissal. iii. University disciplinary suspension - Prohibits the student from attending the university and from being present without permission of the director of the OUJA or designee on any university owned, leased, or controlled property for a specified period of time. University disciplinary suspensions shall have effective beginning and ending dates. Students placed on university disciplinary suspension must comply with all suspension requirements. A student seeking to attend the university after the conclusion of the suspension shall first request permission to re-enroll from the OUJA. iv. University disciplinary dismissal - Permanently prohibits the student from attending the university and from being present, without permission, on any university owned, leased, or controlled property. v. Other disciplinary educational sanctions - Sanctions designed to develop the student’s behavior include: service to the university or university community; restrictions on the right of access to campus facilities, events, and student organizations; restitution for damage or expenses caused by the misconduct; and referral for psychological or psychiatric evaluation or other educational or developmental programs. f. Remedies - Following the adjudication of a complaint, remedies may be available for the Complainant and campus community, as appropriate. Remedies may include counseling, housing changes, academic support, training and other educational programming. g. Conflicts of Interest – If either party believes that the Title IX Coordinator, Deputy Title IX Coordinator, investigator, or adjudicator involved in the case has a conflict of interest, the party should inform the Title IX Coordinator, or if Page | 94

the conflict involves the Title IX Coordinator, the Dean of Students, to permit a determination of whether a conflict exists and the designation of a replacement for that person. F. Assistance for Victims: Resources, Rights and Options The University of Cincinnati complies with the State of Ohio laws in recognizing and enforcing orders of protection. Any person or complainant who receives an order of protection or a court ordered “stay-away” should provide a copy of the order to UCPD and the Title IX Coordinator. The Complainant may seek to meet with UCPD and create a safety plan to reduce the potential risk of harm while on-campus, coming to, or going from campus. The university may also issue an institutional no-contact order if requested by the Complainant or Respondent, or deemed necessary by the university. The university is a public institution; therefore, to the extent possible, the university and the UCPD will treat the information and accommodations shared or received by the involved parties as private and confidential, consistent with state and federal law. Furthermore, the university will not publish the complainant’s name or identifying information in Daily Crime log, Clery timely warnings or online. Consistent with FERPA, a complainant may also request the removal of their name from directory information. The university maintains a full list of on- and off-campus resources for individuals who have experienced sex discrimination, including sexual misconduct, available on the Title IX Resources page as well as in Appendix B below. G. Bystander Intervention Bystanders play a critical role in the prevention of sexual and relationship violence. A bystander is anyone who observes an emergency or a situation that looks like someone could use some help. Even if you feel it is not your place to get involved, if it appears that someone is in immediate danger, you may choose to intervene if it is safe to do so, or get help by calling the police. It is important to notify the police if you feel you or someone else’s safety has been threatened or is in danger. Safe and positive options for bystander intervention include:  

Calling law enforcement, security, or another person in authority to assess the situation and intervene as appropriate. Asking for help from other bystanders, in particular people who may know the person engaging in the concerning behavior.

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perpetrator and victim, this highly interactive, researched, and evaluated curriculum uses a community of responsibility approach. It teachers bystanders how to safely intervene in instances where an incident may be occurring or where there may be risk. This program is run through the Department of Public Safety in partnership with the Title IX Office and multiple Student Affairs programs. H. Healthy Relationships and Risk Reduction The safety and well-being of each individual within the UC community is of the utmost importance. Although UC police play a major role in the prevention of crime, students, faculty and staff, and community residents must work together to maintain a safe place to live, work and study. Therefore, UCPD maintains list of current safety tips for crime prevention and risk reduction on its webpage. The university recommends that all students, faculty, and staff visit UC Department of Public Safety on the web, and review the safety tips. With regards to healthy relationship information and risk reduction for VAWA crimes, the university, through its Women’s Center and CAPS programs, has created the following information to share with the UC community: Healthy Relationships Equality and respect are the foundation of a healthy relationship, which is characterized by acceptance, communication, honesty, mutual support and trust.. Healthy relationships enable a partner to openly communicate and assert their needs in a relationship. Some signs of healthy communication in a relationship are:     

Speaking openly about concerns Respecting a partner’s needs, feelings and values Being able to compromise Offering support and encouragement Setting boundaries to communicate needs and expectations

Having a healthy relationship does not mean that there will be an absence of disagreements or problems. Partners in healthy relationships are able to communicate with one another when they are feeling upset or hurt. Similarly, partners in healthy relationships feel that they are able to set boundaries with their partner that will be respected. Healthy communication in a relationship enables a partner to feel comfortable with communicating their needs without fear of what their partner might do in response. Unhealthy Relationships Unhealthy relationships are characterized by elements of power and control, rather than respect and equality. Such relationships typically exhibit a pattern of behaviors to exert this power and control over a partner. Abusive partners can manipulate various elements to exert control including isolation and exclusion, threats and intimidation, Page | 96

financial control, minimization and blaming, anger and emotional abuse, and sexual coercion. Recognizing these patterns in your own relationship can often be challenging. Here are some warning signs of unhealthy relationships:       

Violating personal space and property such as a partner’s room, cell phone, or computer Threatening to harm themselves or others Controlling what another person does, who they talk to, and where they go Threatening to spread rumors or expose a person’s weaknesses Name-calling or putting a partner down Physically harming a partner Pressuring or forcing a partner into sexual activity

Risk Reduction We all have a responsibility to keep our campus and community safe by promoting a culture built on consent and respect and by confronting gender-based violence wherever we see it. Here are different strategies and actions you can take:*  Educate yourself about consent, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking.  Limit your alcohol intake and educate yourself about alcohol and consent.  Get consent at every step of a sexual interaction. Communicate your needs and feelings clearly and ask for clarification when things are not clear.  Trust your gut: if you think that a situation is unsafe don’t be afraid to leave, speak up, or contact the authorities.  Travel and attend social gatherings with a group of people you trust to make sure that you are respectful of your peers and safe in your environment.  Have a code word to communicate to your support system when you feel that you are in an unsafe situation.  If you suspect that a person is unsafe, ask if they need help.  If you feel safe ask the perpetrator to stop their behavior.  Support those in your life who may have been assaulted by letting them know you are there and connecting them with resources.  Challenge attitudes that make sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking acceptable. *Please keep in mind that only the perpetrator can prevent an assault.

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We all have a responsibility to keep our campus and community safe. Being aware of different strategies and taking action when you feel someone is unsafe can help someone get a potentially dangerous situation. Here are some safe strategies that bystanders can take to make a difference:        

Ask if the person needs help Contact the authorities Don’t leave the person alone Ask the perpetrator to leave the victim alone Use a buddy system, speak up when you are worried about a friend’s safety Support those in your life who may have been assaulted, let them know you are there and help connect them with resources Educate yourself about sexual and dating violence and examine your own biases on these topics Know your campus resources for help- Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), Division of Student Affairs, 513-556-0648 (24/7 Helpline), UCPD 513556-1111, NightRide 513-556-RIDE

Safety Planning In the event that one is feeling unsafe, it is important to develop a plan to manage future crises where it may be difficult to make a healthy decision. Safety planning enables someone to take charge in a crisis situation and decrease their risk of being harmed.     

When someone is hurting you Know who your support is Be familiar with safe places Create a code-word for danger with your support network Prepare an excuse and have a plan to leave the situation

When leaving an unhealthy relationship    

Prepare a safe route and destination Notify the authorities Make an “escape bag” Inform your support network

If you are experiencing stalking or harassment    

Tell someone you trust Reach out to the authorities Keep documentation of threats and invasions of privacy Keep variety in your routine

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I. Sex Offender Registration The Federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act requires institutions of higher education to issue a statement advising the campus community where state law enforcement agency information regarding registered sex offenders may be obtained. The Act also requires sex offenders, who must register in the State, to provide notice as required by Ohio law, to each institution of higher education where the person is employed, carries on vocations, volunteers, or is a student. In the State of Ohio, convicted sex offenders must register with the sheriff in the county within the timeframe governed by the Ohio Revised Code. Chapter 2950 of the Ohio Revised Code regulates convicted sex offenders, establishes the sex offender registry, and provides the registration requirements for all persons convicted under this statute in the State of Ohio. The University of Cincinnati, Clifton Campus, Blue Ash Campus, and Reading Campus are located in Hamilton County, Ohio. The Hamilton County Sheriff provides the following website for the community to search all registered sex offenders in the County. http://apps.hcso.org/SexOffender.aspx The University of Cincinnati, Clermont College Campus is located in Clermont County, Ohio. The Clermont County Sheriff provides the following website for the community to search all registered sex offenders in the County. http://www.clermontsheriff.org/sexoffenders.aspx

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Appendix A Title IX Contacts

Who is the university's Title IX Coordinator? The university has designated the following individual to coordinate compliance with Title IX and handle inquiries regarding the university’s policies that prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex: Karla Phillips, Interim Title IX Coordinator 3115 Edwards 1 45 Corry Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45221 Office line: (513) 556-3349 Fax: (513) 556-6587 Email: [email protected] Title IX Office Staff The following staff members work in the office of the Title IX Coordinator: Lauren Creditt Mai, Title IX Investigator Title IX Office 3115 Edwards 1 45 Corry Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45221 Office line: (513) 556-3349 Fax: (513) 556-6587 Email: [email protected] Catlin Wells, Title IX Investigator Title IX Office 3115 Edwards 1 45 Corry Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45221 Office line: (513) 556-3349 Fax: (513) 556-6587 Email: [email protected] Deputy Title IX Coordinators Deputy Title IX Coordinators serve as a liaison between different departments and colleges within the University of Cincinnati and the Title IX Office. Reports of Page | 100

possible Title IX violations may be made to the Title IX Coordinator or to one of the Deputy Title IX Coordinators identified below: Incidents involving students at UC Blue Ash College: Gregory Metz UC Blue Ash - Academic Affairs Office Muntz Hall Room 140Q 9555 Plainfield Dr. Blue Ash, OH 45236-0086 Phone: (513) 936-1641 Email: [email protected] Incidents involving a faculty or staff member university-wide: Matthew Olovson Executive Director Equal Opportunity & Access 3115 Edwards I 45 Corry Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45221-0158 Phone: (513) 556-5508 Fax: (513) 556-5509 Email: [email protected] Incidents involving students at UC Clermont College: Jennifer M. Radt, MSW UC Clermont - Disability Services Student Services Building Room 101 4200 Clermont College Dr. Batavia OH 45103-0162 Phone: Fax: Email:

(513) 732-5327 (513) 732-5303 [email protected]

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3115 Edwards I 45 Corry Blvd Cincinnati, OH 45221-0158 Phone: (513) 556-5506 Fax: (513) 556-5509 Email: [email protected]

Additional Information For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/CFAPPS/OCR/contactus.cfm for the address and phone number of the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Appendix B University and OffCampus VAWA Resources

Confidentiality The university seeks to respect requests for confidentiality in its response to incidents of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. However, it may be necessary to reveal certain personally identifying information to investigate and address complaints effectively. In such cases, the university takes steps to ensure that information is only shared as necessary, on a need-to-know basis, to resolve the underlying allegations. Requests for confidentiality The university generally will honor a complainant’s request for confidentiality, however this will limit the university’s ability to investigate the complaint and provide interim or other relief to the complainant. In some instances, depending on the nature of the incident (e.g., perpetrator has committed multiple offenses), the university must investigate and take steps to address the incident to ensure the safety of the campus community. The university will take action to notify the complainant if there is a need to conduct an investigation. Confidential sources on campus Individuals who would like to speak with a confidential resource about sexual harassment, including sexual violence, may wish to contact one of the following (information provided to CAPS, Compass Counseling Center, Blue Ash's mental health services, and University Health Services staff will not be shared with the Title IX Coordinator): 

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) http://www.uc.edu/counseling/getting-started-at-the-counseling-center.html (513) 556-0648 225 Calhoun Street, Suite 200

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University Health Services http://www.uc.edu/uhs/emergency_needlestickinformation.html (513) 556-2564 Provides services for victims of sexual assault including testing of sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy testing and referrals for counseling through the UHS Mental Health Clinic.

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Counseling at UC Blue Ash http://www.ucblueash.edu/students/services/counseling-services.html (513) 745-5670 Muntz Hall, Room 118A Provides confidential counseling at UC's Blue Ash campus.

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http://www.ucclermont.edu/students/compass.html (513) 732-5263 Student Services Building, Room 201 Offers confidential counseling services that are free to all UC Clermont students.

Reports to employees other than CAPS, Compass, mental health services at UC Blue Ash, and University Health Services University employees, including faculty, administrators, residence coordinators, and residence advisors, must report to the Title IX Coordinator any incidents of possible sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or retaliation on campus of which they are aware. 

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For questions or concerns about this, please visit our webpage that provides more information on the duties and responsibilities of required reporters. (http://www.uc.edu/titleix/required-reporting-faq.html) Reports must be made within 24 hours by filling out the online reporting form. (https://publicdocs.maxient.com/reportingform.php?UnivofCincinnati&layout_id=1 0)

Resources

Resources for students, employees, and third parties who experience sex discrimination, including sexual misconduct, harassment, or retaliation. Click here to see national and international resources near your location. (http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/titleix/docs/International%20and%20National%20Re sources%203-17-16.pdf)

Confidential Counseling CAPS (serves all UC students)  

(513) 556-0648 http://www.uc.edu/counseling.html Blue Ash Counseling Services (UCBA students)  

(513) 745-5670 http://www.ucblueash.edu/students/services/counseling-services.html Compass Counseling Center (UCC students)  

(513) 732-5263 http://www.ucclermont.edu/students/compass.html EAP-Impact Solutions (UC employees) Page | 104

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(800) 227-6007 http://www.uc.edu/hr/benefits/choice_benefits/eap.html Confidential Medical Care University Health Services (students)  Lindner Center 3rd Floor (513) 556-2564 Anonymous Reporting

EthicsPoint  

1 (800) 889-1547 To make a report online, click here (https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/en/report_company.asp?clientid=22314& agreement=no&override=yes&violationcategoryid=1400) Please note - making an anonymous report to the University of Cincinnati may limit the university's ability to fully respond. Non-Confidential Law Enforcement UCPD   

Clifton: Edwards 3, (513) 556-1111 or 911 Blue Ash: Muntz 134, (513) 745-5707 Clermont: Snyder S-170, (513) 732-5200 UCPD Victim Service Coordinator (non-confidential, available to any faculty, staff, student, or visitor- can work with departments other than UCPD)  (513) 556-4905 Advocacy

Women Helping Women (non-UC, confidential)  (513) 381-5610 YWCA (non-UC, confidential)  

Hamilton Co: 513-872-9259/888-872-9259 Clermont Co: 513-753-7281/800-540-4764 Area Hospitals, with SANE Programs University of Cincinnati Medical Center Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program (serves Greater Cincinnati) 

234 Goodman Street (513) 584-4201 Bethesda North Hospital (serves Greater Cincinnati) 10500 Montgomery Road (513) 865-1111 Nursing Mothers Lactation Rooms (http://www.uc.edu/win/additional-resources/Lactation.html) Break Time for Nursing Mothers Page | 105

(http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/hr/labor_and_employee_relations/other_lrpd/lrpd_br eak_time_for_nursing_mothers.pdf)

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Campus Security Authority ACADEMIC ADVISORS Allied Health Science Advisor Arts &Sciences, McMicken Athletics Academic Services Office Carl H. Lindner College of Business Center for Continuing Exploratory Studies Clermont College College Credit Plus College Conservatory of Music College of Law – Department of Curriculum and Student Affairs College of Medicine Design, Architecture, Art and Planning College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services Engineering and Applied Sciences Center for Exploratory Studies Graduate School University Honors Program Nursing James L. Winkle Page | 107

Appendix C Campus Security Authority (CSA) General Contact Information

Location

Email Address

Phone Number

French-East 300

[email protected]

513-556-8556

French-West, 2nd floor Lindner Center 580 Lindner Hall 105

[email protected]

513-556-5860 513-556-3388 513-556-7030

French – West

513-556-6540

Cler Stu Services 100 University Pavilion Emery 3235

513-732-5319

Clifton Ave & Calhoun Street

513-556-0063

MSB 2401C Aronoff 5470

513-558-9897 513-556-1376

511 Teachers College

513-556-1100 513-556-9473

[email protected]

Baldwin Hall 665 French-West, 2nd Floor

513-556-2336

513-556-3465 [email protected]

513-556-6540

Swift 705

513-556-6254

Procter 405 HPB 136

513-558-3600 513-558-3784

College of Pharmacy Pre-Professional Advising Center (Pre-Med, Pre-Law, etc.) Office of Nationally Competitive Awards UC Blue Ash Transfer & Lifelong Learning Center

120 University Pavilion

513-556-2166

702 Swift Hall

513-556-4236

Muntz 125 440 University Pavilion

STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICES Bearcat Bands Rockwern Band Center, ML#3 Disability Services – 210 University Clifton Campus Pavilion Disability Services – Muntz Hall, Blue Ash Campus Room 112L Disability Services – Student Services Clermont Campus Ste. 100, ML 162 Fraternity and 455 Steger Sorority Life Student Life Center LGBTQ Center 565 Steger Student Life Center Resident Education Stratford Heights, and Development* Building #16 Student Activities & 455 Steger Leadership Student Life Development Center (SALD) – Student Organization** Student Life Office – Muntz Hall, Blue Ash Campus Room 123 CAREER SERVICE OFFICES Career Development 140 University Center - Clifton Pavilion Propel – Clifton 7th Floor Steger Student Life Center CollegeMEH 3235F Conservatory of Music Page | 108

[email protected] [email protected]

513-745-5753 513-556-2247

[email protected]

513-556-2263

[email protected]

513-556-6823

[email protected]

513-792-8625 513-732-8964 513-556-6115

513-556-4329

[email protected]

513-556-6476 513-556-6115

[email protected]

513- 745-5773

[email protected]

513-556-3471 513-556-2667

[email protected]

513-556-9481

College of Law – Center for Professional Development Lindner College of Business Career Services – Clermont College OFFICES Uptown Athletics Department Clermont Athletics Department Ombuds Office – all campuses Transition and Access Program – Clifton Housing and Food Services - Clifton

Clifton Ave & Calhoun Street, Suite 201G

513-556-6810

607 Carl H. Lindner Hall West Woods 250.23, ML 162

[email protected] 513-556-5147

Richard E. Lindner Center, Suite 880

513-556-4603

607 Swift Hall

513-556-5956

2647 Stratford Ave. Cincinnati, Ohio 45220 2634 Stratford Ave., Building #16

513-556-6611

513-558-5299

[email protected]

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*All resident assistants, resident directors, community coordinators, and athletic coaching staff are mandated to provide information concerning all criminal activity to the Department of Public Safety directly or through their supervisors. Training is provided to these individuals with regard to their reporting responsibility annually and as requested. Reporting to supervisory personnel is further dictated in the departmental policy of Housing and Dining as well as Athletics. **Student Activities Leadership Development represents all student organizations on this list, because the university recognizes that student organization advisors change throughout the school year. Therefore, the university has chosen to provide one number who can assist in supplying contact information for any student organization at the university.

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Appendix D UC Title IX Grievance Procedure for Students and Third Parties

Policies and Procedures UC Title IX Grievance Procedure for Students and Third Parties Introduction This procedure applies to complaints of sex discrimination, including sexual assault, where neither party is a University of Cincinnati employee. It applies where both parties are UC students, or where one party is a UC student and the other is a third party (for purposes of this policy, a third party is anyone who visits UC’s campus or participates in a university program or activity.) For complaints of sex discrimination, including sexual assault, involving UC employees, please use the procedures set forth in the University Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment, the University Policy Statement on Sex Offenses, the University Policy on Discriminatory Harassment and the University Policy on Non-discrimination. The definitions in this procedure supersede the definitions that may exist in other university policies and procedures with dates prior to October 2014. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, or gender identity in the university’s programs and activities. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence and retaliation are forms of discrimination prohibited by Title IX. Individuals who experience sex discrimination are encouraged to report such incidents to the university. Employees are required to report information about possible sex discrimination of which they have notice (see explanation of mandatory reporting below). URLs below for procedures listed above, in same order: (http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/hr/labor_and_employee_relations/policies/11_03_p olicy_statement_sexual_harassment.pdf) (http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/sas/docs/Policy_Statement_on_Sex_Offenses.pdf) (http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/hr/labor_and_employee_relations/policies/11_02_di scriminatory_harassment.pdf) (http://www.uc.edu/about/policies/non-discrimination.html) (http://www2.ed.gov/policy/rights/reg/ocr/edlite-34cfr106.html)

I Anti-discrimination statement The University of Cincinnati does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, or retaliation. UC takes steps to ensure that the campus community is not subject to a hostile environment and to respond promptly and appropriately to allegations of discrimination or harassment on the basis Page | 110

of sex. The university promptly investigates incidents of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, takes appropriate action (including disciplinary action) against students found to have violated this policy, and provides remedies as appropriate to complainants and the campus community. The university takes immediate action to end a hostile environment if one has been created, prevent its recurrence, and remedy the effects of any hostile environment on affected members of the campus community. The university is committed to upholding First Amendment principles and this policy does not impair the exercise of rights protected under the First Amendment. For more information about harassment and the First Amendment, please see the University Policy on Discriminatory Harassment. (http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/hr/labor_and_employee_relations/policies/11_02_di scriminatory_harassment.pdf) II Definitions and examples Complainant is the individual who files a report or on whose behalf a report is filed. Consent is informed, freely given, mutual, and can be withdrawn at any time. A person cannot give consent if he or she is mentally or physically incapacitated or impaired such that the person cannot understand the fact, nature or extent of the sexual situation; this includes impairment or incapacitation due to age, alcohol or drug consumption, or being asleep or unconscious. Similarly, a person cannot give consent if force, expressed or implied, duress, intimidation, threats or deception are used on the complainant. Silence or the absence of resistance does not necessarily imply consent. Consent to some sexual acts does not imply consent to other acts, nor does prior consent to sexual activities imply ongoing future consent with that person or consent to that same sexual activity with another person. Whether an individual has taken advantage of a position of influence or authority over an alleged victim may be a factor in determining consent. Dating Violence is violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim. The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on a consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship. Dating violence includes sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse. Domestic Violence is violence committed by a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the victim; by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common; by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse or intimate partner; or by any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of Ohio. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code § 2919.25 Domestic Violence: a. No person shall knowingly cause or attempt to cause physical harm to a family or household member. Page | 111

b. No person shall recklessly cause serious physical harm to a family or household member. c. No person, by threat of force, shall knowingly cause a family or household member to believe that the offender will cause imminent physical harm to the family or household member. * For the complete text of Ohio Revised Code §2919.25 see: http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2919.25 Respondent is the individual against whom a report has been filed. Sex discrimination takes place where a UC student or third party receives negative or adverse treatment based on sex, gender, or gender identity and the conduct denies or limits the individual’s ability to obtain the benefits of UC’s programs or activities. Sexual/gender-based harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature where: ► Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s employment or academic success; or ► Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment or academic decisions affecting such individual; or ► Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working or study environment. In addition, harassment without an overt sexual component can also violate the law and university policies where it is shown that the harassment is directed at an individual because of the individual’s gender or gender identity. In determining whether alleged conduct constitutes sexual harassment, the University will look at the totality of the circumstances, such as the nature of the sexual advances and the context in which the alleged incidents occurred. The determination whether a particular action violates this policy will be made from the facts, on a case by case basis. In cases in which a hostile environment is alleged, a determination of a violation requires not only a finding that the victim regarded the environment as hostile, but also that such conduct was severe, persistent or pervasive and would be considered hostile by any reasonable person. Offensive conduct that does not rise to the level of harassment, however, may be grounds for discipline under other applicable policies. Sexual/gender-based violence refers to physical sexual acts perpetrated against a person’s will or where a person is incapable of giving consent due to the person’s use of drugs or alcohol. An individual also may be unable to give consent due to an intellectual or other disability. A number of different acts fall into the category of sexual violence, including rape, sexual assault, and sexual coercion. All such acts of sexual Page | 112

violence are forms of sexual harassment covered under Title IX. Gender-based violence may be directed at a person because of the person’s gender, gender identity or perceived gender/gender identity. ► Rape: Penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any body part or object, or oral penetration by a sex organ of another person, without the consent of the complainant. ► Sexual assault: Offenses including rape, fondling, or statutory rape. Sexual assault includes non-consensual intercourse (see definition of rape above) as well as nonconsensual sexual contact (intentional sexual contact of the body parts of another person without that person’s consent.) ► Sexual coercion: This occurs when a respondent unreasonably pressures a complainant to engage in sexual activity despite the complainant indicating that he or she does not want to engage in sexual interaction. Sexual coercion can occur through the use of words/pressure, substances such as drugs or alcohol, force, or manipulation. Sexual coercion can also occur where the respondent is in a position of influence or authority over the complainant, or where the complainant is a minor. Stalking means engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would: cause a reasonable person to fear for his or her safety or the safety of others; or suffer substantial emotional distress. Pursuant to Ohio Revised Code §2903.211 Menacing by Stalking: (A) (1) No person by engaging in a pattern of conduct shall knowingly cause another person to believe that the offender will cause physical harm to the other person or cause mental distress to the other person. In addition to any other basis for the other person's belief that the offender will cause physical harm to the other person or the other person's mental distress, the other person's belief or mental distress may be based on words or conduct of the offender that are directed at or identify a corporation, association, or other organization that employs the other person or to which the other person belongs. (2) No person, through the use of any electronic method of remotely transferring information, including, but not limited to, any computer, computer network, computer program, or computer system, shall post a message with purpose to urge or incite another to commit a violation of division (A)(1) of this section. (3) No person, with a sexual motivation, shall violate division (A) (1) or (2) of this section. * For the complete text of Ohio Revised Code §2902.211 see: http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/2903.211 Page | 113

Please note: The university’s policies and definitions may differ from Ohio state law. Conduct may be both punishable under the criminal statutes and university policy. These processes are separate and distinct from one another, but can run concurrently. Definitions cited from the Ohio Revised Code may be revised at any time. Examples of prohibited conduct Please note that this is not a comprehensive list but provides guidance to individuals seeking to understand some of the definitions provided above: ► Student 1 and Student 2 have many drinks at a party and go to Student 1’s room in a residence hall on-campus, where the students lie down in Student 1’s bed. Student 1 passes out and Student 2 has sexual intercourse with Student 1. Student 2’s conduct violates this policy because Student 1 was incapacitated and unable to give consent. ► Student 1 has been in a consensual sexual relationship with Student 2. In the middle of a sexual encounter with Student 2, Student 1 pushes Student 2 away, expressing fatigue. Student 2 continues the sexual encounter by touching Student 1 intimately, and Student 1 pushes Student 2 away again and pretends to be asleep. Student 2’s conduct violates this policy by continuing with sexual contact despite Student 1’s withdrawal of consent. ► Student 1 files a sexual harassment complaint against Student 2. When they hear about this, Student 2’s friends begin to follow Student 1 around campus and make derogatory comments to Student 1. Student 1 becomes afraid to go to classes. The conduct by Student 2’s friends is prohibited by this policy as it constitutes harassment in retaliation for filing a Title IX complaint. ► Student 1 goes to a party and meets Student 2. The two students hang out for a couple of hours. Student 1 drinks five cups of an alcoholic juice served at the party and has three shots of tequila. Student 1 begins to throw up and Student 2 walks Student 1 to Student 1’s apartment. On the way, Student 1 stumbles and has trouble walking. Student 1’s speech is slurred and Student 1 needs assistance to swipe into the apartment. Student 2 has sex with Student 1 when they go to the apartment. Student 2’s conduct violates this policy because Student 1’s alcohol consumption and actions (e.g., throwing up, slurred speech) reasonably suggest that Student 1 is incapacitated and unable to give consent. ► Students 1 and 2 are in the same Biology class. Student 2 sits behind Student 1 in class and observes Student 1’s cell phone number. Student 2 begins texting Student 1 daily and sometimes stands outside Student 1’s classes. Student 1 tells Student 2 to stop. Student 2 moves to a different seat in Biology class but continues to text Student 1 every day and to stand outside Student 1’s classes. Student 2’s conduct constitutes stalking in violation of this policy. III Where to make a report or file a complaint Page | 114

1. Reports to the Title IX process: Reports or complaints of possible Title IX violations where the alleged perpetrator is not a UC employee can be made by contacting the Title IX Coordinator or appropriate Deputy Title IX Coordinator: ► Title IX Office, [email protected], (513) 556-3349 ► Deputy Title IX Coordinator for UC Blue Ash College, Greg Metz, (513)-745-5670 ► Deputy Title IX Coordinator for UC Clermont College, Jennifer Radt, (513)732-8964 or 513-732-5319 ► Deputy Title IX Coordinator for faculty and staff, Karla Phillips, (513) 556-2788 Reports involving employees are addressed as set forth in the University Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment, the University Policy Statement on Sex Offenses, the University Policy on Discriminatory Harassment and the University Policy on Nondiscrimination. (For URLs, see above.) 2. Reports to law enforcement: Reports also may be made to the University of Cincinnati Police Department at: (513) 556-1111, 51 West Corry Blvd, http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety.html. Reports may be made simultaneously to law enforcement and the Title IX Coordinator/Deputy Title IX Coordinator. 3. Upon the Title IX Coordinator’s receipt of a report, the Title IX Coordinator or designee will generally contact the reporter (or complainant) via email and/or telephone within 48 hours. Amnesty: The university community encourages the reporting of conduct code violations and crimes. Sometimes, individuals who experience sexual misconduct are reluctant to report such conduct to university officials because they fear that they themselves may be accused of policy violations, such as underage drinking at the time of the incident. To encourage reporting, the University of Cincinnati does not refer complainants with non-violent violations, such as unauthorized use of alcoholic beverages or drugs or narcotics related to the incident. The university may, however, impose educational responses rather than sanctions, at the discretion of the Department of Student Life. Confidentiality: If you have experienced sexual misconduct and would like to speak confidentially with someone about your reporting options, please consider contacting one of the confidential resources. (http://www.uc.edu/titleix/confidentiality.html) The university will generally honor a complainant’s request for confidentiality. However, complainants should be advised that this may limit the University’s ability to respond fully to the report. Reports made to university employees other than those specifically identified as confidential sources must be reported to the Title IX Coordinator, who will evaluate the reports to determine whether action must be taken to protect the University community. Page | 115

Mandatory reporters: All university employees, except those specifically designated as confidential resources (CAPS, Health Services, and the counseling services at Blue Ash and Clermont Colleges), (http://www.uc.edu/titleix/confidentiality.html) must report to the Title IX Coordinator any incidents of possible sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or retaliation on campus of which they are aware. Reports must be made within 24 hours using the online reporting form (https://publicdocs.maxient.com/reportingform.php?UnivofCincinnati&layout_id=10) or to the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy using the contact information provided above. University employees who are responsible for reporting possible sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and retaliation include all faculty, administrators, staff, residence coordinators, and residence advisors. Ohio law requires that any person learning of a felony report the crime to the police. All university employees must report a felony of which they are aware to the University of Cincinnati Police Department (exceptions to this are employees of the Counseling Center and University Health Services). Questions regarding identifying felony behavior can be directed to the Office of General Counsel or the University of Cincinnati Police Department. For a list of reportable offenses, please see the sexual offenses and related crimes chart. (http://www.uc.edu/content/dam/uc/titleix/docs/crimes-under-OHlaw.pdf) IV Formal resolution This procedure provides for the prompt, reliable, impartial resolution of complaints of sex discrimination. Complaints will generally be resolved within 60 days of the filing of a complaint; however, in some circumstances, complaints may take longer to resolve (e.g., if filed during university breaks.) If there is a need to extend the timelines set forth below, the Title IX Coordinator will make the determination and notify the parties. Notwithstanding the waiver, complainants who have experienced sexual violence are still encouraged to file complaints. Complainants and respondents will receive regular updates regarding the status of their complaints. 1. The university strongly encourages individuals who experience sex discrimination to file complaints as soon as reasonably possible after the alleged sex discrimination occurs to allow for prompt resolution of inappropriate conduct. Complaints should be filed under this procedure within two years of the last act of alleged discrimination, unless extenuating circumstances precluded reporting a complaint within that time frame. The purpose of the time frame is to ensure that the passage of time does not limit the University's ability to conduct an investigation or locate witnesses, as memory lapses and other time-sensitive factors may impair an investigation. Complaints filed outside the two year time frame may be eligible for a discretionary waiver of the filing requirement. Waiver decisions will be made by the Title IX Coordinator in consultation with the General Counsel. 2. A complainant may initiate the formal Title IX process by filing a complaint with the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Coordinator (contact information provided Page | 116

above). During this meeting, the complainant will receive a copy of the university’s Title IX policies and procedures, and information about the Title IX process, how to file a complainant with law enforcement, how to obtain interim measures, and information about on- and off-campus resources. 3. Within seven days of the filing of a complaint, a Deputy Title IX Coordinator or designee will generally initiate a meeting with the respondent. During this meeting, the respondent will receive notice of the complaint allegations, a copy of the university’s Title IX policies and procedures, and information about the Title IX process. The respondent also will be provided an opportunity to discuss the nature of the complaint allegations. 4. Within 14 days of the filing of a complaint, a Deputy Title IX Coordinator or designee will begin interviewing witnesses, as appropriate, and review relevant evidence. The complainant and the respondent will have an equal opportunity to provide documents and witnesses during the investigation and adjudication of the complaint. 5. At the conclusion of the investigation, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator will prepare an interim investigatory report for review by the complainant and respondent. The complainant and respondent will be provided an equal opportunity to review, ask written questions about, and comment in writing on the report. Written input from the complainant and respondent will be incorporated into the report. If necessary, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator will conduct additional investigation prior to finalizing the report. The final report will be provided to the adjudicators (see adjudication process below) within five weeks of the filing of the formal complaint. 6. At any time prior to the adjudication of the complaint, a respondent may choose to accept responsibility, at which point the Director of the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards may conduct an administrative review to determine appropriate sanctions. Such administrative review generally will be concluded within 60 days of the filing of the formal complaint. 7. Adjudication process: 1. The university maintains a pool of faculty and staff who receive training at least annually on sexual violence, sexual harassment, and the requirements of Title IX. Adjudication of complaint under this procedure will take place as set forth in the Student Code of Conduct. (http://www.uc.edu/conduct/Code_of_Conduct.html) 2. The complainant and respondent will receive concurrent written notice of the outcome of the adjudicatory process. 8. Conflicts of interest: If either party believes that a Deputy Title IX Coordinator, investigator, or adjudicator involved in the case has a conflict of interest, the party should inform the Title IX Coordinator to permit a determination of whether a conflict exists and the designation of a replacement for that person. 9. Confidentiality: Information shared by the parties as part of the Title IX process will be kept private, consistent with state and federal law. 10. Advisors: The parties may be accompanied by an advisor of their choice during the Title IX process. Advisors are not permitted to speak on behalf of the parties during meetings or hearings. See Student Code of Conduct for further Page | 117

discussion of the role of the advisor. (http://www.uc.edu/conduct/Code_of_Conduct.html) 11. Mediation: The university does not mediate sexual assault complaints and does not require the complainant to work out an issue directly with the respondent. 12. Investigator: The university reserves the right to utilize outside investigators to conduct fact finding during this process. V Interim measures Interim measures are available upon receipt of a report of sex discrimination, including sexual violence, and prior to the resolution of a complaint, as appropriate. Available interim measures include, but are not limited to, restrictions on contact between the respondent and complainant (“no contact” orders); changes in academic or living situations where appropriate; access to counseling, health, and mental health services at no cost; academic support; and escort services. Failure to abide by restrictions placed during the Title IX complaint resolution process constitute a violation of UC policy. The Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator generally will offer interim measures upon receipt of a report of sex discrimination, if appropriate. Individuals who would like to request additional interim measures or who experience difficulty obtaining interim measures that they have been approved to receive should contact the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Protective measures also may be available by filing a complaint with law enforcement. For example, police departments may provide civil protection orders and other measures when criminal complaints are filed. VI Prohibition against retaliation The University does not tolerate intimidation, retaliation, or retaliatory harassment against individuals because they filed a complaint, participated in a Title IX investigation, or otherwise asserted rights protected by Title IX. Individuals found responsible for retaliation in violation of Title IX will be held accountable under the Student Code of Conduct. (http://www.uc.edu/conduct/Code_of_Conduct.html) Remedies may be available to complainants, witnesses, and participants in the Title IX process who experience retaliation. VII Standard of review The university applies the preponderance of the evidence or “more likely than not” standard in investigating, adjudicating, and resolving complaints of sex discrimination, including allegations of sexual harassment or violence. VIII Appeal The complainant and respondent have equal rights to file an appeal. The university maintains a trained pool of individuals who may serve as appeal board panelists. The appeal process will be carried out consistent with the Student Code of Conduct. Page | 118

(http://www.uc.edu/conduct/Code_of_Conduct.html) The complainant and respondent will receive concurrent written notice of the outcome of the appeal process. IX Sanctions Students found responsible for sex discrimination, including sexual violence, under this policy are subject to a range of sanctions up to, and including, suspension and dismissal from the university, as set forth in the Student Code of Conduct. (http://www.uc.edu/conduct/Code_of_Conduct.html) Other sanctions may include removal from housing or changes in academic programming and restrictions on access to the complainant or campus. Third parties may be subject to bans from campus or termination of contractual arrangements with the university. X Remedies Following the adjudication of a complaint, remedies may be available for the complainant and campus community, as appropriate. Remedies may include counseling, housing changes, academic support, training and other educational programming. XI Resources The University maintains a full list of on- and off-campus resources for individuals who have experienced sex discrimination, including sexual misconduct, available on the Title IX Resources page. (http://www.uc.edu/titleix/resources.html) Frequently used on- and off-campus resources are listed below. On-campus 

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Free and Confidential Sexual Assault Support Services http://www.uc.edu/counseling/getting-started-at-the-counseling-center.html 225 Calhoun Street, Suite 200 (513) 556-0648 Emergency walk-in services 8:30am-4:30pm or call for 24 hour phone consultation University Health Services http://www.uc.edu/uhs/emergency_needlestickinformation.html 2751 O' Varsity Way, Lindner Center, 3rd floor (513) 556-2564 o

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o Provides medical and mental health treatment NightRide http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety/staying-safe/night-ride.html (513) 556-RIDE

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Free transportation service to and from locations within a one-mile radius around the UC Uptown campus. Available for students, faculty and staff. UC ID is required. UC Police within the Department of Public Safety http://www.uc.edu/publicsafety.html 51 West Corry Blvd (513) 556-1111 o

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The UC Police have a dedicated victim support team available for sexual assault survivors. o Making a police report and ensuring that evidence is collected is important to preserve the option of prosecution, but it does not mean you have to prosecute. o Contact Jennifer Rowe, UCPD Victim Services Coordinator [email protected], (513) 556-4905 Domestic Violence and Protective Order Clinic http://www.law.uc.edu/institutes-centers/rgsj/dvcpoc/about (513) 556-0180 o

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Provides free representation to victims of domestic violence, stalking, sexual assault and human trafficking in civil protection order hearings Contact: Kenyatta Mickles at (513) 556-0180

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Women Helping Women http://www.womenhelpingwomen.org/ 24-hour Hotline Free and Confidential (513) 381-5610 Support and advocacy Dedicated to serving women and men of all backgrounds, sexual orientations and abilities YWCA Greater Cincinnati http://www.ywca.org/site/apps/lk/content2.aspx?c=agLGKXNOE&b=5917125 898 Walnut Street Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 (513) 241-7090 Protect Hotline (YWCA Shelter) Free and Confidential (513) 872-9259 o o

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Support, advocacy and shelter University of Cincinnati Medical Center Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program http://uchealth.com/university-of-cincinnati-medical-center/services/sexualassault-nurse-examiners/ (513) 584-4201 o

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o Nurses on-call 24 hours, trained to help sexual assault survivors City of Cincinnati Police http://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/police/ (513) 765-1212

Investigate reports, refer cases for criminal prosecution. XII Documentation o

The university will retain through its data management systems all recordings of Title IX hearings and related documentation, consistent with the university’s record retention policy. XIII Bystander Intervention Bystanders play a critical role in the prevention of sexual and relationship violence. A bystander is anyone who observes an emergency or a situation that looks like someone could use some help. Even if you feel it is not your place to get involved, if it appears that someone is in immediate danger, you may choose to intervene if it is safe to do so, or get help by calling the police. It is important to notify the police if you feel you or someone else’s safety has been threatened or is in danger.

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Appendix E Student Code of Conduct

Title:

Conduct, rights and responsibilities: Student code of conduct.

Division:

40: Students

Number:

40-5-05

(A)

Introduction (1)

Preamble (a)

Bearcat Bond In pursuit of its mission to develop educated and engaged citizens to enrich the global community, the University of Cincinnati aspires for its students to demonstrate high standards of integrity and conduct. As a guide to community members to obtain this objective, in Spring of 2012, the Bearcat Bond was endorsed by Faculty Senate, Graduate Student Governance Association, and Student Government. The Bearcat Bond identifies community values essential to fostering a safe and scholarly environment. The Bearcat Bond states the following:

“As a member of the University of Cincinnati, I will uphold the principles of a Just Community and the values of respect, responsibility, and inclusiveness. I will promote the highest levels of personal and academic honesty and aspire continuously to better myself, the Bearcat community, and the world.”

Although there is no policy that expressly states that students are bound to the Bearcat Bond, the spirit of the Bearcat Bond is incorporated in university policy, and most especially, in the Student Code of Conduct (SCOC).

(b)

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The University of Cincinnati serves the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world as a premier, public, urban research university dedicated to undergraduate, graduate, and professional education, experience-based learning and research. We are committed to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. We provide an inclusive environment where innovation

and freedom of intellectual inquiry flourish. Through scholarship, service, partnerships, and leadership, we create opportunity, develop educated and engaged citizens, enhance the economy and enrich our University, city, state and global community.

When students are admitted to and/or attend the university, they accept the rights and responsibilities of membership in the university’s academic and social community. Just as the university has set high standards for membership, the university has established high standards for acceptable and unacceptable behavior for the Bearcat community and its members; thus, university standards of conduct, while falling within the limits of the law, may exceed local, state, or federal requirements.

The purpose of the SCOC is to inform students of their rights and responsibilities, identify procedures to address student behavior that conflicts with community values reflected in university policies, and recommend potential sanctions, interventions, and measures designed to educate and safeguard the Bearcat community and its members.

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(d)

The authority for the SCOC is found in section 3345.21 of the Ohio Revised Code. The university disciplinary system is separate and independent of any criminal or civil investigation or process. If a student is undergoing civil or criminal action for the same behavior which forms the basis of disciplinary action at the university, the university may still continue the disciplinary process as outlined in the SCOC.

(e)

Students are responsible for knowing and honoring the university’s SCOC and other rules and policies of the University of Cincinnati. The SCOC is not a contract between the university and the student. The university reserves the right to change the SCOC at any time during the student’s term of enrollment.

(f)

The university has a duty to make reasonable efforts to make the SCOC available for students. The division of student affairs will regularly circulate the SCOC along with other rules, regulations, and policies, which directly affect students at the University of Cincinnati. The SCOC will be available for review in the following

locations: the office of the university ombuds, the office of student conduct and community standards, and the university web page at www.uc.edu/conduct. (2)

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Student rights and responsibilities (a)

The SCOC is applied consistently with university rule 3361:40-5-01. Paragraph (A) of that rule states: “Students are members of society as well as members of the academic community. As members of society, students have the same responsibilities as other members of society and enjoy the same freedom of speech and peaceful assembly, and the right of petition that other members of society enjoy. As members of the academic community, they shall have the rights and be subject to the responsibilities which accrue to them by virtue of this membership. Institutional authority shall not be employed to inhibit such intellectual and personal development of students as is often promoted by the exercise of their rights and responsibilities both on and off the campus.” The SCOC will not be interpreted to impinge on constitutionally protected rights and privileges, such as those under the First, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments of the United States Constitution.

(b)

Students are free from unreasonable searches and seizures by university personnel.

(c)

Students are responsible for maintaining established standards of scholarship and conduct essential to the educational mission and community life of the university.

(d)

The SCOC is administered in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws as well as the university’s policy on nondiscrimination. In order to comply with federal civil rights laws including but not limited to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the SCOC has specific procedures for complaints of harassment and discrimination, which include complaints on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or gender identity and expression. These procedures also apply to sex or gender based violence, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking which are covered under federal laws such as the Violence Against Women Act of 1994.

Jurisdiction

The University of Cincinnati reserves the right to respond to conduct that undermines, interferes with, or obstructs the safety and security of the university community or that adversely affects the integrity or interests of the educational mission or functions of the University.

(a)

(b)

Students/Student Organizations (i)

The term “student” as used in the SCOC means an individual who has been accepted for admission to the university, registered for classes, enrolled at the university, or otherwise entered into any other relationship with the university to take or audit classes. Student status lasts until an individual graduates, withdraws from the university, is dismissed, or is not in attendance for two complete semesters.

(ii)

Undergraduate and graduate students who violate the SCOC are subject to appropriate disciplinary action. In addition, law and medical students are subject to their respective honor codes for conduct covered under such codes. Conduct not covered under such codes shall be subject to the SCOC. All other colleges with licensure or professional codes governing conduct are subject to procedural requirements of the SCOC.

(iii)

The term “student organization” refers to any number of students who have completed necessary requirements to be registered and recognized by the university.

(iv)

Student organizations that violate the SCOC are subject to appropriate disciplinary action. Groups of students who are not registered or recognized as an organization, or who are actively seeking registration and recognition from the university, may be charged as individuals or as a group under the SCOC.

On- and off-campus behavior (i)

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The SCOC applies to student conduct that occurs on campus or on university owned, leased, or controlled premises. University campuses include University of

Cincinnati Uptown Campus, UC Blue Ash, Clermont College and UC East – UC Clermont College. (ii)

The SCOC also applies to off-campus conduct when the behavior or the presence of a student or student organization, in the university’s sole judgment, impairs, obstructs, or interferes with the mission or process or functions of the university. When determining whether the university has jurisdiction to address off-campus student and student organizational misconduct, factors include, but are not limited to, the following:       

(iii)

(c)

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Whether the student was acting as a representative of the university; The seriousness of the offense that occurred; Injuries to students or others; The extent of danger posed to the community; Whether a student organization was involved; Where the incident could result in a felony charge; or Whether weapons, drugs, or alcohol were involved.

The university reserves the right to take disciplinary action for conduct when the student or student organization–in the university’s sole judgment–poses an obvious threat of serious harm to any member of the university community or when such conduct has continuing effects that effectively denies community members access to resources and opportunities, unreasonably interferes with community working and living environment, or deprives community members of protected rights , in a university program or activity. This action may be taken to address behaviors that occur before, between, during or after academic periods.

Riotous behavior

(i)

Section 3333.38 of the Ohio Revised Code focuses on the riotous behavior of students on and around university campuses. The law has two separate penalty provisions— denial of financial aid and expulsion.

(ii)

Regarding financial aid, paragraph (B) of section 3333.38 of the Ohio Revised Code generally provides that an individual

who is convicted of, pleads guilty to, or is adjudicated a delinquent child for committing aggravated riot, riot, failure to disperse, or misconduct at an emergency, shall be ineligible to receive any student financial assistance supported by state funds for two years from the time the individual applies for financial assistance.

(d)

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(iii)

Regarding expulsion, paragraph (C) of section 3333.38 of the Ohio Revised Code generally provides that a student who is convicted of, pleads guilty to, or is adjudicated a delinquent child for committing aggravated riot or riot, shall immediately be dismissed from the university. Moreover, no Ohio public university or college shall admit an individual who has been convicted of either aggravated riot or riot for one academic year after the individual applies for admission.

(iv)

Action taken as a result of section 3333.38 of the Ohio Revised Code does not limit the University of Cincinnati’s ability to otherwise discipline students under the SCOC.

Division of student affairs

(i)

If it is uncertain whether student behavior in question is academic or nonacademic misconduct, the dean of the student’s home college or designee and the dean of students or designee must consult to determine whether the matter shall be handled as academic or nonacademic misconduct, and shall notify the appropriate administrator and all parties.

(ii)

Reports of student behavior that potentially violates the SCOC should be reported to the appropriate department as soon as possible.

(iii)

With the exception of student behavior that potentially violates Title IX, reports of nonacademic misconduct concerning a student or student organization must be reported to student conduct and community standards (“SCCS”), University of Cincinnati, Steger 745; 2801 UC Main Street Cincinnati OH 45221-0193. (Phone) 513-5566814. Reports or inquiries can be submitted by using the online reporting form accessible at www.uc.edu/conduct.

(e)

(iv)

All reports or inquiries involving sexual harassment, discrimination, stalking, dating or relationship violence, or other forms of sexual misconduct must be reported to the Title IX coordinator, University of Cincinnati, 3115 Edwards 1, 45 Corry Blvd, Cincinnati, OH 45221. (Phone) 513-5563349. Reports or inquiries can be submitted by using the online reporting form accessible at www.uc.edu/titleix/policies-procedures.

(v)

Instances of academic misconduct must be reported to the college conduct administrator as well as to SCCS.

Academic divisions: baccalaureate & graduate education and health

affairs

(i)

Each college dean appoints a college conduct administrator (“CCA”) who is responsible for the administration of undergraduate academic misconduct procedures. The head of each graduate program or CCA or CCA designee oversees the administration of academic misconduct procedures for graduate students in that graduate program. Undergraduate program directors may have departmental responsibility for advising instructors and students with misconduct issues.

(ii)

Cases involving academic misconduct originate with the instructor in whose course the alleged misconduct occurred. The instructor will report sanctions for academic misconduct to the CCA who will report that misconduct to the CCA of the student’s home college and to SCCS. If a resolution arrives through the college hearing panels (“CHP”), the CHP will make disciplinary recommendations to the college dean for approval. In cases of dismissal from the university, the college hearing panel must provide the recommendation to the provost or designee for final approval.

(4) Definitions a. Procedural overview

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(i)

Timelines - Listed timelines exclude weekends, holidays, and term breaks and anytime when the university is not in session, with the exception of harassment or discrimination matters.

(ii)

In complaints involving conduct covered under Title IX, the university will generally conclude its investigation and adjudication within 60 calendar days.

(iii)

Title IX investigation timelines may be found in the Title IX Grievance Procedure for Students and Third Parties. (http://www.uc.edu/titleix/policies-procedures.html) a. The Title IX coordinator or designee will generally provide an investigation report to SCCS within twenty-five (25) calendar days of receipt of a formal complaint. b. SCCS generally within five calendar days of receipt of disciplinary complaint, will send written notice to any student or student organization identified as allegedly being in violation of university rules related to Title IX. c. SCCS must request, and the dean of students (or designee) and the Title IX Coordinator (or designee) must within three days of such request either deny or approve, any extension of time that will delay notice to the student beyond fifteen calendar days. A copy of the request for an extension, and the final decision of the request, will be included in the student’s disciplinary file. d. A hearing will generally be completed within 24 calendar days from receipt of a disciplinary complaint. e. Notice of the outcome and the right to appeal will generally be provided to all parties within 6 calendar days of the completion of a hearing.

(iv)

In discrimination or harassment cases not covered by Title IX, the university will generally conclude its investigation and adjudication within 60 days. SCCS will generally complete the investigatory report within 25 days of receipt of the formal complaint. a. SCCS generally within five days of receipt of disciplinary complaint, will send written notice to any student or

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student organization identified as allegedly being in violation of university rules related to harassment or discrimination. b. SCCS must request, and the dean of students (or designee) must, within three (3) days of such request either deny or approve, any extension of time that will delay notice to the student beyond fifteen days. A copy of the request for an extension, and the final decision as to that request, shall be included in the student’s disciplinary file. c. A hearing will generally be completed within twenty-four (24) days from receipt of a disciplinary complaint. d. Notice of the outcome and the right to appeal will generally be provided to all parties within six (6) days of the completion of a hearing. (a)

Notification

All written notices to students are considered received upon delivery to a student’s current local or permanent address on record with the university, by United States or campus mail, by bearcat online electronic messaging (university email) with delivery notification, or to the student in person. Notice is deemed adequate unless the student demonstrates that the notice substantially impaired their ability to prepare for any review or hearing. Students are responsible for ensuring that their local address on record with the university is current. (b)

Standard of proof

The standard of proof used to determine whether a student has violated the SCOC is based on a preponderance of evidence, meaning more likely than not.

(c)

Adviser

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writing in a quiet, non-disruptive manner, but the adviser may not participate as a spokesperson or vocal advocate in the hearing. Students are required to notify the hearing chair 24 hours prior to the hearing if the adviser is an attorney. Delays in the hearing process will not be allowed due to the scheduling conflicts of an adviser, therefore a student should select an adviser whose schedule permits attendance at the scheduled date and time. (d)

Diminished capacity

Being under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not diminish or excuse a violation of the SCOC.

(e)

Sanctions for violations

A student found responsible for violating the SCOC will be subject to sanctions ranging from university disciplinary academic action to university disciplinary dismissal. More than one sanction may be imposed for a single violation. A single act may constitute a violation of more than one regulation. (f)

Disciplinary records file

All disciplinary records and files, including those resulting in a finding of “responsible,” are maintained in SCCS for a period of at least seven years from the date of resolution. Records relating to a disciplinary action for academic misconduct are maintained by the director of SCCS and CCAs as educational records separate from a student’s academic record and are subject to the protections and release provisions by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as it may be amended from time-to-time.

(g)

Educational conferences

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the action plan is not honored, the university reserves the right to initiate a formal review under the Student Code of Conduct.

(h)

Home college

The home college is the college in which the student is matriculated at the time of the alleged misconduct. The vice provost for undergraduate affairs or designee will serve as the home college for non-matriculating undergraduate students, and the dean of the graduate school or designee will act as the home college for nonmatriculating graduate students. In matters involving students enrolled in multiple colleges, the vice provost for undergraduate affairs will act as the home college.

(i)

Withdrawal

If a student withdraws from the university before a disciplinary process has been completed, the process may continue in the absence of the student and a hold may be placed on the student’s account to prevent future registration until the disciplinary action has been resolved. (j)

Refund

In the event of a suspension or dismissal from the residence halls or university, the regular refund schedule outlined in university publications will apply. (k)

Policy on amnesty (i)

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The university community encourages the reporting of conduct code violations and crimes involving a victim, especially sexual misconduct. Sometimes, victims are hesitant to report such conduct to university officials because they fear that they may be accused of policy violations, such as underage drinking at the time of the incident. It is in the best interests of this community that as many victims as possible choose to report code violations to university officials. To encourage reporting, the University of Cincinnati has the discretion to not charge alleged victims, bystanders or witnesses, or others who participate in the SCOC process with certain non-violent violations–

such as personal use of alcoholic beverages or drugs–related to the incident. (ii)

Amnesty will be determined on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the dean of students or designee, except in Title IX matters the dean of students will obtain input from the Title IX coordinator.

(l) Educational response The university may administer an educational response(s) to address student behavior. Educational responses are intended to incorporate values of the university community and allow an opportunity for students to grow as responsible members of the university community. While educational responses are not sanctions they may be administered as a result of a student’s behavior even if the behavior does not warrant a procedural review. In such cases where behavior does not warrant a procedural review, the conversation may be documented and kept on file in SCCS.

(B)

Academic misconduct

(1)

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Academic integrity and honor pledge (a)

In pursuit of its teaching, learning and research goals, the University of Cincinnati aspires for its students, faculty and administrators to reflect the highest ethical standards defined by the center for academic integrity as “a commitment, even in the face of adversity, to six fundamental values: honesty, trust, fairness, respect, courage and responsibility.” (www.academicintegrity.org/). Although not all students are subject to a college honor code or pledge, every student is bound by the academic misconduct provisions of this code which are enforced, in part, to assure academic integrity.

(b)

Some faculty members and academic units may require students to sign a pledge before taking tests or when submitting assignments. The pledge may contain language such as: “On my honor I pledge that this work of mine does not violate the University of Cincinnati Student Code of Conduct provisions on cheating and plagiarism.” Honor pledges serve primarily as a teaching tool; unless a college has a mandatory honor code, pledges are used at the discretion of

the instructor without imposition of a disciplinary sanction for students who honestly do passing work but object to a signed affirmation. Alternative pledges as well as information about the Academic Integrity Campaign can be obtained from SCCS and online at http://www.uc.edu/conduct. (2)

Academic misconduct definitions (a)

Aiding and abetting academic misconduct Knowingly helping, procuring or encouraging another person to engage in academic misconduct.

(b)

Cheating Any dishonesty or deception in fulfilling an academic requirement such as:

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(i)

Use or possession of unauthorized material or technological devices during an examination, an “examination” meaning any written, oral work or assessment submitted for evaluation or grade.

(ii)

Obtaining assistance with, or answers to, examination questions from another person with or without that person’s knowledge.

(iii)

Furnishing assistance with, or answers to, examination questions to another person.

(iv)

Possessing, using, distributing or selling unauthorized copies of an examination.

(v)

Representing as one’s own an examination taken by another person.

(vi)

Taking an examination in place of another person.

(vii)

(c)

Obtaining unauthorized access to the computer files of another person or agency or altering or destroying those files.

Fabrication The falsification of any information, research statistics, lab data, or citation in an academic exercise.

(d)

(e)

Plagiarism (i)

Submitting another’s published or unpublished work in whole, in part or in paraphrase, as one’s own without fully and properly crediting the author with footnotes, quotation marks, citations, or bibliographic references.

(ii)

Submitting as one’s own original work, material obtained from an individual, agency, or the internet without reference to the person, agency or webpage as the source of the material.

(iii)

Submitting as one’s own original work material that has been produced through unacknowledged collaboration with others without release in writing from collaborators.

(iv)

Submitting one’s own previously written or oral work without modification and instructor permission.

Violating ethical or professional standards Violations of any ethical or professional standards as outlined by the academic college.

(3)

Procedures for academic misconduct Students suspected of academic misconduct, whether acknowledging involvement or not, will be allowed to continue in the course without prejudice pending completion of the disciplinary process. If a student chooses to withdraw from a course during their academic misconduct

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process, the process will continue and the student is responsible for meeting all deadlines and processes below. If the misconduct occurs at the end of an academic semester or break, the process will continue following the timeline once classes are in session, unless otherwise agreed to by all parties involved. The student is responsible for honoring all deadlines and processes below. If the resolution impacts a grade or status of a class, the CCA will notify the registrar as applicable. (a)

Faculty-student resolution (i)

Allegation (a)

(ii)

(iii)

The original jurisdiction of any case involving academic misconduct shall be with the instructor in whose course the alleged misconduct occurred or in the absence of the instructor, with the department chair of the course or the dean or designee.

Notice (a)

Within ten (10) days of discovering the misconduct, the instructor will inform the student verbally or in writing, and follow up with formal notice in Form A (http://www.uc.edu/conduct.html). Form A will include a description of the alleged academic misconduct, the instructor’s recommended sanctions and the student’s options for resolution. The instructor or student may arrange a review meeting. The student may have an adviser at that meeting. This meeting must occur within five days of receiving Form A.

(b)

If the student and instructor are unable to reach a resolution through Form A, the CCA and student will be notified through Form B. Form B includes a description of the alleged misconduct, the instructor’s recommended sanctions and the student’s options for resolution, including the College Hearing Panel (CHP).

Response to notice a. First notice: Form A

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The student has five days to return Form A to the instructor and in writing choose to: i. Accept responsibility and the proposed sanction(s). If a student accepts responsibility and sanctions, the instructor will notify the CCA of the resolution on Form A within five days of receiving Form A from the student and the sanctions will be imposed. ii. Challenge the finding or sanctions and meet with the instructor. If a student challenges the finding or sanctions, the student and instructor will meet within five days of the instructor receiving Form A back from the student. After this meeting, the instructor has five days to: (a) Dismiss the allegation and the case will be considered resolved. (b) Move forward with the allegation and provide Form B to the student outlining the alleged misconduct and proposed sanctions. (c) If the instructor takes no action after five days of receiving back Form A from the student, the allegations shall be considered dismissed. iii. If the student fails to respond within five days of receiving Form A, the instructor will provide a second formal notice, Form B, to the CCA and to the student. b. Second notice: Form B The student has five (5) days to respond in writing to the instructor if they choose to:

(i)

Accept responsibility for the violation(s) and agrees to accept the sanctions; The instructor will notify the CCA of the college

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in which the misconduct occurred and the sanction(s) will be imposed. The CCA will record the resolution and provide a copy to the director of SCCS and the CCA of the student’s home college.

(ii)

Accepts responsibility but challenges a sanction and request a CHP; or

(iii)

Denies responsibility and requests resolution by the CHP;

If the student denies responsibility or challenges the sanction, the instructor will ask the CCA of the college in which the misconduct occurred to convene a CHP. (iv)

(b)

College hearing panel resolution

(i)

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If the student fails to respond to Form B within five days then the academic sanction(s) is final.

College hearing panel members (a)

When a faculty-student resolution is not achieved, the CCA, as soon as reasonably possible, convenes a CHP of the college in which the alleged misconduct occurred. The charge to this CHP shall be to investigate the alleged misconduct and to recommend appropriate sanctions.

(b)

The CHP shall consist of: the hearing chair, one representative selected by the college faculty and one representative selected either by the college tribunal or student government for undergraduates, or by the graduate college tribunals or graduate student governance association for graduate students. The hearing chair shall be the CCA or designee. The hearing chair shall vote only in the event of a tie.

(c)

(ii)

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Either the student charged or the instructor alleging misconduct may challenge participation of any panel member on the grounds of conflict of interest. Challenges must be submitted in writing to the hearing chair within three days after the parties have been notified of the panel composition. The challenge must specify reasons that would prevent the individual from being unbiased with respect to the hearing proceedings. The hearing chair shall decide whether the challenge has merit. If the challenge is granted, a substitute will be appointed and the same option to challenge shall exist. If the hearing chair is challenged, the dean of the college or designee determines the validity of the challenge and either replace or retain the hearing chair.

Hearing participants (a)

Presence at hearings are restricted to those individuals involved except as otherwise noted.

(b)

The student may elect to have an adviser present who may consult with the student verbally or in writing in a quiet, non-disruptive manner, but the advisor may not actively participate as a spokesperson or vocal advocate in the hearing. Students are required to notify the hearing chair 24 hours prior to the hearing if the adviser is an attorney. Delays in the hearing process will not be allowed due to the scheduling conflicts of an adviser, therefore a student should select an adviser whose schedule permits attendance at the scheduled date and time for the CHP.

(c)

The university ombuds may be present as an observer.

(d)

Witnesses are strongly encouraged to be present for hearings. However, if a witness is unable to attend, written statements may be submitted by the witness, provided they are submitted either prior to the time of the hearing or by the start of the hearing.

(e)

If the student, faculty or staff member chooses not to attend the hearing, their written statements will be reviewed at that time and evaluated based on the

information available. Advisers may not be present for any party who does not attend the hearing. (iii)

(iv)

Hearing procedures (a)

During the hearing only relevant information will be considered. The hearing chair and the CHP have the right to determine if testimony and other evidence is relevant and may place time limitations on testimony and on closing comments.

(b)

When more than one student is involved in the same allegation of misconduct, they have the right to separate hearings. Students may have their case consolidated and be heard at the same time. Such requests must be made to the hearing chair at least two days (48 hours) prior to the scheduled hearing. The CHP has the right to maintain separate hearings. If the CHP wishes to consolidate the hearings, the CHP must ask each student if they are comfortable consolidating the hearing or if they wish to be heard separately. Both students must agree to the hearing consolidation.

(c)

CHP hearings–but not deliberations–are recorded by the university. Any record of the hearing will remain the property of the university. Either party may have post-hearing access to the recorded hearing. To maintain confidentiality, students are not permitted to retain an audio copy of the recorded hearing.

(d)

If a student is found responsible for violating academic misconduct, the CHP recommends all sanctions to the college dean, or vice provost or designee which include, but is not limited to, disciplinary reprimand, probation, suspension or dismissal, failure of assignment or class, and/or educational sanctions.

Post-hearing procedures (a)

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Within three days after the conclusion of the hearing, the hearing chair sends the panel’s recommendation to the college dean or vice provost or designee and to the student.

(4)

(b)

Within five days after receipt of the panel’s recommendation, the dean of the college or vice provost their designee will concur with, modify, or reject the panel’s recommendation and notify all parties in writing. Notification to the student will include information about the appeal process and the name and address of the university appeals administrator. If the student does not file an appeal within five days, the decision of the dean is final. When a student is involved in an academic misconduct case outside their home college, or if they have no home college, the dean of the college, or vice provost or designee will forward a copy of the final resolution to the student and the student’s home college CCA and SCCS within ten days after the approval of the resolution.

(c)

Records relating to an academic disciplinary action are maintained by SCCS and the appropriate college office as educational records separate from a student’s academic record and these records are subject to the protections and release provisions by the FERPA.

Disciplinary sanctions for academic misconduct Sanctions will be imposed based on the severity of the misconduct. Multiple sanctions may be imposed should the behavior warrant it. Definitions of disciplinary sanctions include the following:

(a)

Academic disciplinary action Includes altering a grade or assigning a failing grade for the assignment, examination, or course.

(b)

Academic disciplinary reprimand Written notification to students informing them that their behavior is unacceptable and that this incident may be taken into consideration if misconduct reoccurs.

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(c)

Academic disciplinary probation Imposes specific restrictions or places extra requirements on the student for a specified period. These may vary with each case and may include action not academically restrictive in nature, such as restriction from participation in college activities or other requirements. Disciplinary action should be consistent with the philosophy of providing constructive learning experiences as a part of the probation. A student may be required to meet periodically with designated persons. Any further misconduct on the student’s part during the period of probation may result in disciplinary suspension or dismissal.

(d)

Academic disciplinary college suspension Prohibits the student from attending and/or enrolling in courses within a particular academic college for a specified period of time. The student may enroll in courses offered by other academic colleges. The sanctioning administrator shall determine the effective beginning and ending date of the suspension.

(e)

Academic disciplinary university suspension University suspension prohibits the student from being present on specified university owned, leased, or controlled property without permission of the sanctioning administrator or their designee for a specified period of time. The sanctioning administrator shall determine the effective beginning and ending date of the suspension. Students placed on university disciplinary suspension must comply with all suspension requirements. A student seeking to attend the university after the conclusion of his or her suspension shall first request permission to re-enroll from SCCS and then apply for readmission to his or her college.

(f)

Academic disciplinary college dismissal Permanently prohibits the student from attending and/or enrolling in classes in a particular academic college. The student may continue attending classes in other academic colleges.

(g)

Academic disciplinary university dismissal Permanently prohibits the student from attending class at the university and from re-enrolling at the university.

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Academic disciplinary educational sanctions or responses

Sanction designed to develop the student’s behavior by incorporating values of the university community and allowing an opportunity for students to grow as responsible members of the university community. This may include service to the college and restrictions on the right of access to the college or university. (C)

Nonacademic misconduct

(1)

Report nonacademic misconduct

Instances of alleged nonacademic misconduct must be reported to SCCS. Matters involving Title IX (discrimination, harassment or retaliation based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity and expression) must be reported to the Title IX Coordinator or designee. Any student found to have engaged in prohibited conduct, as defined in this SCOC, while within the university’s jurisdiction shall be subject to disciplinary action by the university.

(2) Nonacademic misconduct definitions

(a)

Aiding and abetting misconduct Being in the presence of nonacademic misconduct, helping, procuring, or encouraging another person to engage in nonacademic misconduct.

(b)

Alcohol Possesses, consumes, or distributes alcoholic beverages on campus in unlicensed facilities, except during events or in circumstances authorized by university officials; failing to comply with state law or university policy regarding use, transportation, or sale of alcoholic beverages. Possession of containers designed for alcohol beverages in unauthorized locations and/or while underage. Behavior that evidences public intoxication.

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(c)

Destruction of property Damages, destroys, defaces, or alters the property of the university or the property of another person or entity.

(d)

Dishonesty and misrepresentation Provides false information, written or oral, including, but not limited to, false identification to university officials, faculty, or staff; forgery, alteration, or misuse of university documents or records.

(e)

Disruption or obstruction Disrupts, obstructs, or interferes with university functions, activities, or the pursuit of the university mission, including, teaching, research, administration, or disciplinary proceedings.

(f)

Disturbing the peace Disturbs the peace, including disorderly conduct, failure to comply with an order to disperse, or fighting.

(g)

Drugs or narcotics Uses, manufactures, distributes, buys, sells, offers for sale, or possesses illegal drugs, narcotics, drug paraphernalia, or prescription medication.

(h)

Failure to comply or identify Failure to comply with the directions of university officials or law enforcement officers acting within the scope of their duties or posted or written rules; this includes, but is not limited to, failure to evacuate during an emergency and/or failing to identify oneself to any of these persons when requested to do so.

(i)

Failure to comply with sanctions Failure to comply with sanctions imposed that are a result of disciplinary action outlined in the SCOC.

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(j)

False charges or statements Intentionally making false charges or allegations of misconduct, including, but not limited to, making or providing false statements as a part of an investigation or at university hearings.

(k)

False report of emergency Causes, makes, or circulates a false report or warning of a fire, explosion, crime or other catastrophe or emergency; including, but not limited to, activating a false fire alarm.

(l)

Harassment or discrimination Conduct that violates the university policy on non-discrimination, the university policy on discriminatory harassment, the university policy on sexual harassment, and/or the university policy on sex offenses.

(m)

i.

Discriminatory harassment is conduct that has the purpose or foreseeable effect of unreasonably interfering with an identifiable individual’s work or academic performance or of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work or learning environment and is based on the targeted individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or gender identity and expression.

ii.

Discrimination takes place when an individual receives negative or adverse treatment based on perceived or actual race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or gender identity and expression and the conduct denies or limits the individual’s ability to obtain the benefits of university’s programs or activities.

Hazing Hazing generally means any act which endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition of continued

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membership in a group or organization regardless of one’s willingness to participate. (n)

Misuse of identification documents

(o)

Unauthorized transferring, lending, using or altering a university identification card or any other record or instrument of identification. Misuse of safety equipment Unauthorized use or alteration of firefighting equipment, safety devices, fire alarms, fire extinguishers or other emergency safety equipment.

(p)

Misuse of university information technology Theft, misuse or illegal use of university information technology resources such as computer hardware or software, electronic mail or information, podcasts, voice mail, telephone, fax, including but not limited to:

(q)

(i)

Unauthorized entry into a file to use, read or change the contents, or for any other purpose.

(ii)

Unauthorized transfer or distribution of a file.

(iii)

Unauthorized use of another individual’s identification and password.

(iv)

Use of information technology to interfere with the work of another student, faculty member, or university official or with normal operations of the university.

(v)

Use of information technology for unauthorized posting of copyrighted materials or obscenities as defined in section 2907.01(F) of the Ohio Revised Code.

Physical abuse or harm Acts which cause or reasonably could cause physical harm to any person are prohibited. Actions that specifically threaten or cause a

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person to reasonably believe that the offender may cause physical harm are also prohibited. Examples of prohibited behavior include, but are not limited to, assault, battery, stalking, telephone harassment, sex or gender-based violence, threats, intimidation, physical abuse of another, dating violence, domestic violence, and any other speech or conduct not protected under the first amendment that threatens the health or safety of any person.

(r)

Public endangerment Actions that endanger others, including: dropping objects from buildings, activating a false fire alarm, or tampering with safety equipment.

(s)

Residence hall rules and regulations Violating the terms and conditions of the university housing agreement or of published rules and regulations of the office of resident education and development (RED), or the office of housing or its dining facilities.

(t)

Retaliation, intimidation Threats or acts of retaliation or intimidation made to another person in response to the implementation of the SCOC or university rules and policies.

(u)

Smoking policy Smoking inside buildings, athletic facilities, and vehicles owned, operated or leased by the University of Cincinnati or within twentyfive feet of all university building entrances, exits, air intakes, operable windows, bridges, overpasses or enclosed walkways.

(v)

Theft or receipt of stolen property Theft of property or services of the university or of any person or entity. Unauthorized possession of property known to be stolen or

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that may be identified as property of the university or of any person or entity.

(w)

Trespass and unauthorized access Unauthorized access into or onto any university building, room, structure or facility, or property of the university or any other entity.

(x)

Unauthorized use of property or services Unauthorized use or possession of property or resources of the university or of any person or entity.

(y)

Unauthorized use of university key Unauthorized use, distribution, duplication or possession of any keys issued for any university building, laboratory, facility, room, or vehicles. Keys are defined as any mechanism used to access locked areas.

(z)

University policies or rules Any violation of published university rules or policies. University rules can be found at: http://www.uc.edu/trustees/rules/. University policies can be found at http://www.uc.edu/about/policies.html.

(aa)

Violation of federal, state, or local law Violation of any federal, state, or local law where the effect is interference with university activities or an identifiable individual’s university work or academic activities.

(bb)

Violation of probation Violating the SCOC while on university disciplinary probation or violating the specific terms of that probation.

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(cc)

Weapons Use, storage, or possession of a firearm, explosive device of any description, ammunition or anything used to threaten, harm, or disrupt the university community including, but not limited to, firecrackers, compressed air or spring activated guns, pellet guns, BB guns, paintball guns, water guns, nerf guns and knives of any type or any other items which would reasonably be deemed threatening by a reasonable person.

(3)

Hearing procedures for nonacademic misconduct

(a)

Complaint and notice (i)

Complaint Any person, department, organization or entity may file a complaint alleging a violation of the SCOC by a student or student organization. In complaints involving harassment or discrimination, both the complainant and the respondent shall receive concurrent notice of the complaint. The Title IX coordinator or designee will conduct an investigation of Title IX matters-- those related to sex or gender based harassment or discrimination--prior to the initiation of SCCS adjudication process. In harassment or discrimination matters not involving Title IX SCCS shall conduct an investigation prior to the initiation of SCCS adjudication process.

(ii)

Notice (a) After reviewing a complaint, the director of SCCS or designee initiates the disciplinary process by giving the

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student or student organization written notice of the alleged violations. The written notice describes the day, time, and location of the alleged violations and inform the student or student organization about the reported circumstances underlying the alleged violations. The notice will state the date, time, location of the procedural review, and the name of the review administrator. (b) In complaints involving harassment or discrimination, both the complainant and the respondent will receive notice of the opportunity to meet with the SCCS designee.

(iii)

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Procedural review (a)

In complaints involving harassment or discrimination, the purpose of the procedural review is to allow both the complainant and the respondent the opportunity to review the alleged violation(s) and ask questions about the disciplinary process. Both the complainant and the respondent will receive concurrent notification of their right to a procedural review. Complaints involving harassment or discrimination are heard by an administrative review committee (ARC), regardless of whether the complainant or respondent appears at the procedural review. Only the ARC will determine whether a policy violation occurred. If the respondent chooses to accept responsibility, they may do so either in person to the ARC or via a written statement that will be submitted to the ARC. In complaints involving harassment or discrimination where multiple students or student organizations are charged, students or student organizations charged in the same incident will have separate ARC hearings. In Title IX cases the Title IX coordinator or designee may recommend to the director of SCCS that the cases be separated or heard together.

(b)

The purpose of the procedural review in matters not involving harassment or discrimination is to review the alleged violations, provide an explanation of the disciplinary process, discuss the student's or student organization’s options for resolution, receive the

range of sanctions if responsible, determine responsibility if further investigation is not necessary, and advise the student or student organization of recommended sanctions for the alleged violations if found responsible.

iv.

(c)

Students or student organizations may elect to have an adviser present who may consult with the student verbally or in writing in a quiet, non-disruptive manner but the advisor may not actively participate as a spokesperson or vocal advocate in the proceeding. Students or student organizations are required to notify the SCSS 24 hours prior to the procedural review if the adviser is an attorney.

(d)

Procedural reviews may be rescheduled at the discretion of the SCCS.

(e)

If a student or student organization fails to attend a procedural review, SCCS may schedule an administrative review committee (ARC) hearing.

(f)

The director of SCCS or designee may schedule an ARC without conducting the procedural review.

Options for resolution through procedural review (a) A student or student organization may be found not responsible following a procedural review. If a student or student organization is found not responsible, their case will be considered resolved and closed. (b) If a student or student organization is found responsible, then no later than three days from receipt of the finding, the student or student organization shall notify the SCCS in writing whether the student or student organization: i. Accepts responsibility for the violations and agrees to accept the sanctions imposed by the review administrator; or ii. Accepts responsibility but disputes the proposed

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sanction(s) and requests that the sanction(s) be determined by an ARC; or iii. Does not accept responsibility and requests a hearing before an ARC. (c) If the accused student or student organization fails to notify the SCCS of the option selected within three days of the procedural review, an ARC hearing will be scheduled. (d) SCCS encourages students or student organizations charged in the same incident and who choose to have an ARC Hearing, to have their cases consolidated. SCCS reserves the right to request consolidation of hearings if students both agree to be heard together. (e) Alternative resolution process. Based on the nature of the incident and the willingness of the members involved, SCCS may recommend to the parties that the matter be addressed through an educational conference or mediation. Such mediation sessions shall be conducted by a person chosen by SCCS who has been trained in mediation based on the principles of restorative justice. No such resolution shall be conducted unless the accused student and the person(s) harmed by the student's misconduct consent to the mediation and/or alternate resolution process. The university does not mediate sex or gender based violence, and carefully considers if mediation is appropriate in other instances.

(b) Resolution by administrative review committee hearing

(i) Administrative review committee members (a)

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A pool of members will be available to serve on the ARC. This pool will consist of five faculty and staff selected by the director of SCCS in consultation with academic colleges, no fewer than ten student representatives selected by SCCS in consultation with

student government association, and no fewer than four graduate or professional students selected by SCCS in consultation with the graduate student governance association. The ARC is composed of the hearing chair, two faculty or staff selected from the ARC pool, and four undergraduate student representatives selected from the ARC student pool for undergraduate cases or two graduate students selected from the ARC student graduate pool for graduate cases. For cases of harassment and discrimination referred by Title IX, the ARC shall consist of the hearing chair and three faculty or staff selected from the ARC Pool. The ARC will receive at least annual training on issues related to harassment and discrimination as well as annual training on how to conduct the hearing process.

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(b)

The hearing chair shall be the director of the SCCS or designee.

(c)

A quorum is present for undergraduate cases when the hearing chair, one faculty or staff, and three student representatives are present. A quorum is present for graduate cases when the hearing chair one faculty or staff and two student representatives are present. A quorum is present for cases of harassment and discrimination referred by Title IX when the hearing chair and two faculty or staff are present. The hearing chair will only vote in the case of a tie by the committee.

(d)

The complainant or respondent may challenge participation of any committee member on the grounds of conflict of interest. Challenges must be submitted in writing to the hearing chair within three days of notice of the committee composition. The challenge must specify reasons that would prevent the individual from being unbiased with respect to the hearing proceedings. The hearing chair decides whether the challenge has merit. If the challenge is granted, a substitute will be appointed and the same option to challenge shall exist. If the hearing chair is challenged, the dean of students shall determine the validity of the challenge and either replace or retain the hearing chair.

(ii)

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Hearing participants (a)

Presence at hearings shall be restricted to the complainant and accused involved except as otherwise noted. The ARC hearing shall be closed to the public.

(b)

The complainant and respondent may elect to have an adviser present who may consult with the student verbally or in writing in a quiet, non-disruptive manner but the advisor may not actively participate as a spokesperson or vocal advocate in the hearing. The complainant and the accused are required to notify the hearing committee chair 24 hours prior to the hearing if the adviser is an attorney. A student or student organization should select an adviser whose schedule allows attendance at the scheduled date and time for the ARC hearing because delays will not normally be allowed due to the scheduling conflicts of an adviser.

(c)

The university ombuds may be present as an observer.

(d)

If either party chooses not to attend the hearing, their written statements shall be reviewed and evaluated based on the information available.

(e)

Witnesses are strongly encouraged to be present for hearings. Both parties will be afforded the same opportunities to have witnesses present for hearings. Both parties must disclose to the hearing officer the identity of the witnesses, a summary of what each witness will speak to, and submit any other evidence at least ten (10) days prior to the hearing. The hearing chair will provide a list of the witnesses and any other submitted evidence to the parties generally five (5) days prior to the hearing. The hearing chair, in consultation with the ARC, reserves the right to limit the number of witnesses. Witnesses shall be present only when giving testimony. If they are unable to attend, statements may be submitted prior to or at the start of the hearing.

(f)

The hearing chair reserves the right to make

appropriate accommodations to secure the safety and comfort of all parties and witnesses during a conduct proceeding or reasonable accommodations required under law. (g)

(iii)

(iv)

Hearing procedures (a)

Committee hearings are recorded by the university. Committee deliberations will not be recorded. Any record of the hearing will remain the property of the university. Either party may have post-hearing access to the recorded hearing. To maintain confidentiality, students are not permitted an audio copy of the recorded hearing.

(b)

During the hearing only relevant information will be considered. The hearing chair, in consultation with the ARC, determines if testimony and other evidence is relevant and may place time limitations on testimony and on closing comments.

(c)

The accused and the complainant will have the right to submit evidence and written questions to be asked of all witnesses who participate in the ARC. The hearing chair, in consultation with the ARC, has the right to review and determine which written questions will be asked.

(d)

Both sides will be given an opportunity to present a closing statement. At the close of the hearing, the ARC will deliberate privately to determine whether the accused violated the SCOC.

Post-hearing procedures (a)

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If the hearing chair elects to accept a witness's written statement in lieu of an in-person testimony, the identity of the witness and his or her statements will be fully disclosed to the other party and they shall be given the opportunity to respond to such statements.

The ARC will seek to reach consensus in adjudicating cases. In the event there is no consensus, a majority

vote will determine the outcome. In the event of tie votes, the hearing chair will render a vote. Within three days, the ARC Chair will notify the student of the ARC decision and appeal procedures. In Title IX matters, both of the parties will receive concurrent written notice of the decision, consistent with federal and state law. (b)

If the student does not appeal a sanction within five days, the sanctions imposed take effect.

(c)

In complaints involving harassment or discrimination, both the complainant and respondent have the right to appeal.

(d)

Records relating to a disciplinary action are maintained by the director of the SCCS as educational records and are protected by FERPA.

(e)

Victims of crimes of violence or sexual violence, including violent crimes as defined in the section 2901.01 of the Ohio Revised Code will receive concurrent notification of results of the campus disciplinary proceedings.

Sanctions and interim measures for nonacademic misconduct

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(a)

The university may impose interim measures (e.g., cease and desist, restriction from dining halls, residence halls or specific buildings, no contact) to protect the rights and ensure the safety or address the concerns of students, staff, faculty, and the university community.

(b)

Students found responsible for violating the SCOC will receive sanctions. Sanctions are designed to promote the university’s educational mission, and they are also issued to maintain safety and deter behavior that violates the SCOC. Behavior that is harmful to the university community or so deleterious to the educational process may require more stringent sanctions such as removal from activities, courses, residence hall, or the university. Remedies also may be provided to the parties or the campus community, as appropriate.

(c)

Implementation of sanctions is immediate or as defined.

(d)

Alcohol or drug possession disclosure

(e)

(i)

The University of Cincinnati may notify the parents or guardians of any student who is under the age of 21 and who has been found to be in violation of the SCOC with respect to any federal, state, or local law or university policy governing the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance.

(ii)

Students will receive copies of notification letters sent to their parents or guardians.

(iii)

The university also reserves the right to make any other parental disclosures as permitted by FERPA.

(iv)

In complaints involving crimes of violence and sexual violence, the complainant will receive written notification of sanctions that the respondent may receive, consistent with federal and state law.

Definitions of disciplinary sanctions include the following: (i) University disciplinary reprimand Written notification to students or student organizations indicating that their behavior is unacceptable and that any other violation may warrant further sanctions.

(ii) University disciplinary probation Disciplinary probation is in effect for a specified period of time. A violation(s) of any university policy during the period of probation will be viewed as a violation of probation, and will result in further action being imposed which may include suspension or dismissal. Disciplinary probation may impose specific restrictions or place extra requirements on the student or student organization for a specified period. Restrictions may vary with each case and may include but are not limited to restrictions related to participation in intercollegiate athletics, representing the university, student leadership, extracurricular and/or residence life activities. A Page | 157

student or student organizations may be required to meet periodically with designated persons. Students or student organization on university disciplinary probation are not considered to be in good disciplinary standing with the university. (iii) University disciplinary suspension Prohibits the student from attending or student organization being recognized by the university and from being present without permission of the director of the SCCS or designee on any university owned, leased, or controlled property for a specified period of time. University disciplinary suspensions shall have effective beginning and ending dates. Students or student organization placed on university disciplinary suspension must comply with all suspension requirements. A student seeking to attend the university, or student organization seeking recognition after the conclusion of the suspension shall first request permission to re-enroll or reregister from the SCCS. (iv) University disciplinary dismissal Permanently prohibits the student from attending or Student organization from be recognized by the university and from being present, without permission, at any university event, on any university owned, leased, or controlled property. (v) University educational sanctions Sanctions designed to address the student’s or student organizations behavior may include, but is not limited to, the following: educational conferences and/or discussions, reflection papers, educational workshops, service to the university or university community; restrictions on the right of access to campus facilities, events, and participation in student organizations or events; restitution for damage or expenses caused by the misconduct; and referral for psychological or psychiatric evaluation or other educational or developmental programs. (vi) Interim suspension (a) An interim suspension is an interim action, effective immediately, designed to evaluate the student or student organization status, Page | 158

prohibit the presence of the student or student organization on campus and/or from participating in any university-related activities, registered student organization activities, and academic coursework until the student’s, or student organization’s disciplinary case can be resolved in accordance with prescribed disciplinary procedures. Such action shall be taken when the vice president for student affairs or designee has reasonable cause to believe that the student’s or student organization’s operation or presence on university owned, leased, or controlled property or at a university-related or registered organization activity poses a substantial threat to the health, welfare or safety of others or the university. An interim suspension begins immediately upon written notice by the vice president for student affairs or designee. (b) Interim suspension may be imposed pending the application of the disciplinary process. A disciplinary hearing shall be scheduled by the university without undue delay. The student or student organization may, within three (3) days of the imposition of the suspension, petition the vice president for student affairs for reinstatement prior to the hearing. The petition must be in writing, and must include supporting documentation or evidence that the student or student organization does not pose, or no longer poses a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of others or to property. A meeting on such petition will be conducted as soon as possible by the vice president for student affairs or designee. The purpose of this meeting will be to determine if the interim suspension shall remain in effect, be modified, or be revoked pending a disciplinary hearing. (c) In interim suspension for harassment or Page | 159

discrimination matters related to Title IX, complainant will be notified of the petition and be provided the opportunity to provide a response. The complainant will be allowed to participate in any meeting where the respondent is allowed to participate. The complainant and the respondent will receive concurrent written notification of the outcome of the meeting. The complainant’s role in the interim suspension process may be limited consistent with federal and state laws. The hearing chair reserves the right to make appropriate accommodations to secure the safety and comfort of all parties and witnesses during a conduct proceeding. (f)

(D)

Sanctioning of student organizations

(i)

When a student organization is charged with a violation of the SCOC it will be referred to SCCS for action under the SCOC procedures.

(ii)

Student organizations found responsible for violation of the SCOC are subject to sanctions including, but not limited to, reprimand, probation, termination of university registration, restriction of or suspension of the use of university facilities or services, suspension of the privilege to sponsor activities or events, the loss of university funds, restitution for damage or revocation of university recognition for a period of time. Additional sanctions may also be imposed.

Appeal process

(1) The vice president for student affairs or designee will appoint no less than one and no more than three university faculty or staff to serve as a University Appeal Administrator (UAA). (2) Filing an appeal (a) A student or student organization found responsible for either an academic or nonacademic violation of the SCOC have the right to appeal. An appeal must be submitted in writing to the director of the SCCS within five (5) days of receipt of the sanction decision letter. Upon receipt of the appeal, the director of the SCCS will forward the Page | 160

appeal along with the student or student organization file to a UAA for review. (b) A student or student organization may challenge participation of the UAA on the grounds of conflict of interest. Challenges must be submitted in writing to the director of the SCCS along with the appeal within five (5) days. The challenge must specify reasons that would prevent the individual from being unbiased with respect to the hearing proceedings. The director of the SCCS, in consultation with the dean of students, will decide whether the challenge has merit. If the challenge is granted or if there is a conflict of interest with the UAA, a substitute will be appointed by the director of SCCS, and the same option to challenge shall exist. (c) In appeals involving harassment or discrimination, both the complainant and respondent may challenge participation of the UAA on the grounds of conflict of interest as per the process outlined in (b) above. (3)

(4)

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Grounds for appeal. The only permissible grounds for appeal are the following: (a)

New information was discovered, which was not available at the time of the hearing, and such evidence could affect the decision in the case.

(b)

A substantial procedural error occurred in the process, which affected the decision in the case

(c)

A sanction of suspension or dismissal from the university was imposed and is not commensurate with the violation.

(d)

In appeals involving crimes of violence or Title IX related matters (discrimination, harassment or retaliation based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity and expression), any sanction may be appealed by either the complainant or respondent on the grounds that the sanction is not commensurate with the violation.

Procedure (a)

The UAA reviews all appeals. All steps in the appeal process will occur as soon as reasonably possible.

(b)

The UAA reviews appeals for appropriate grounds. If the UAA determines that there are no grounds for a submitted appeal, it will

reject and return the appeal to the student and include a brief written explanation of the reason the appeal was rejected. That decision is final.

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(c)

In appeals involving harassment or discrimination, both the complainant and respondent will be notified of an appeal that is deemed groundless.

(d)

If the UAA determines that the new information described in the appeal was not available earlier and could affect the decision or that a substantial procedural error occurred in the process which could have affected the decision in the case, the UAA will charge the ARC or CHP to hold a limited hearing for the sole purpose of reviewing the new information or correcting the procedural error. The hearing will be limited in scope. It will not include any review of evidence or testimony or modification of factual conclusions reached in the original hearing, unless they are affected by the new information or by the procedural error. The appeal and complete hearing file will be provided to the ARC or CHP.

(e)

If members of the ARC or CHP, which initially heard the complaint, are not available for continued service, substitute members will be selected by the director of SCCS from the original pool or by the CCA. The UAA is not a member of the ARC or CHP and does not participate in the review process.

(f)

Following this limited hearing, the ARC or CHP will submit a report and possibly a revised recommendation to the UAA. The UAA shall review the file and recommendation. If it is the opinion of the UAA that the new evidence was considered or the procedural error corrected, the UAA shall forward the recommendation to the appropriate dean. If the UAA determines that the ARC or CHP failed to correct the procedural error or failed to consider the new evidence, the UAA shall return the matter to the ARC or CHP with instructions to reconsider.

(g)

For appeals of a sanction(s) for academic or non-academic matters based on a claim that a sanction(s) is not commensurate with the offense, the UAA will review the file and issue a final decision to concur with or modify the sanction, then send the file to the dean of students, the home college dean, vice provost or designee.

(h)

For appeals of suspension for academic or non-academic matters based on a claim that the sanction is not commensurate to the violation, the UAA will review the file and issue a decision to concur with or modify the sanction, then send the file to the appropriate

dean or Vice Provost or designee(s).

(5)

(i)

For appeals of dismissal for academic or non-academic matters based on a claim that the sanction is not commensurate to the violation, the UAA will review the file and issue a decision to concur with or modify the sanction, then send the file to the vice president for student affairs, the provost, or their designees.

(j)

The student may continue in their courses without prejudice or interruption until the appeal is final except in matters where the student’s presence presents a risk of threat or harm to another individual or university community.

Final Decision (a) The appropriate dean, vice provost, vice president for student affairs, provost or their designee(s) accept, reject or modify the recommended sanction and notify all parties in writing of the final decision. The final decision rests with: the dean of students for nonacademic misconduct sanctions other than dismissal; the vice president for student affairs for nonacademic misconduct sanctions of dismissal; the home college deans, if no home college, the vice provost or designee for academic misconduct sanctions other than dismissal; the provost or their designee for academic misconduct sanctions of dismissal. (b) In appeals involving harassment or discrimination, the complainant and respondent will receive concurrent notification in writing of the final decision.

Approved by the University of Cincinnati Board of Trustees June 21, 2016. Published by the Division of Student Affairs Reference University Rule 3361:40-5-05, located in the Langsam Library, Board of Trustees Office, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and Services, and college offices.

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Policy Title:

Policy Number:

Suicide Prevention and Resources

4.1.3

Category: Student Affairs

Effective Date: September 22, 2016

Policy applicable for: Faculty/Staff & Students

Enabling Acts: O.R.C. 3345.37

Policy Owner: VP for Student Affairs and services Responsible Office(s): Student Affairs; Human Resources

BACKGROUND The University of Cincinnati is committed to the health and well-being of its students, faculty and staff. The purpose of this policy is to protect the health and well-being of all students, faculty and staff by establishing programs for advising and for disseminating information to students, faculty and staff about the resources available both on and offcampus committed to the prevention of suicide. This policy serves to further the University of Cincinnati’s commitment in accordance with O.R.C. 3345.37. DEFINITIONS Suicide means the purposeful act of causing one’s own death. Attempted Suicide means any act, threat, or gesture in which a person engages in life threatening behavior(s) with the intent of jeopardizing his/her life. Threatened Suicide (gesture) means any expression of intent to seriously harm oneself or take one’s life. SUICIDE PREVENTION PROGRAMMING Suicide is known to be a leading cause of death for college and university students. In addition, suicide, attempted suicide and threatened suicide have a significant detrimental effect, not only on the individual involved, but on others in the campus community. The purpose of this policy is to provide a comprehensive list of resources offered both on and off campus to aid the University of Cincinnati community in any way possible to ensure a healthy environment. Such programming and other resources available include, but are not limited, the resources listed below. In addition, to ensure the most up-to-date contact information for the following resources, please visit http://www.uc.edu/counseling.html. I.

Crisis intervention access, which includes information for national, state, and local suicide prevention hotlines. (a) National: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (b) National Text Hotline: Text START to 741-741 http://www.crisistextline.org/

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(c) State: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) http://mha.ohio.gov/Default.aspx?tabid=111 (d) Local: 1-513-281-2273 (Hamilton County/Cincinnati) http://www.ohiospf.org/countymain.php?countyid=31 (e) University: 1-513-584-8577 https://www.med.uc.edu/uhs/emergencysituations/mentalhealth II. Mental health program access, which provides information on the availability of local confidential mental health clinics, student health services, and counseling services. (a) Specific resources available to Students:  UC Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS): A professional counseling office within Student Affairs that provides counseling, outreach programs, and related services for UC students and those concerned about their welfare.  Open Monday through Friday from 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.  1-513-556-0648  http://www.uc.edu/counseling.html  University Health Services Mental Health: UHS Mental Health provides professional and confidential mental health services to UC students.  Hours are as follows:  Monday & Thursday from 8:30a.m.-5:30p.m.  Tuesday & Friday from 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m.  Wednesday from 9:30a.m.-4:30p.m.  UHS main campus: Richard E. Lindner Center, 3 rd Floor, 2751 O’Varsity Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45221  1-513-556-2564  http://www.uc.edu/uhs/mental_health.html  https://www.med.uc.edu/ush (b) Specific resources available to Faculty/Staff:  Employee Assistance Plan: Impact Solutions: Provides unlimited phone consultation for employees as well as five (5) complimentary face-to-face counseling sessions per person per occurrence  Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week  1-800-227-6007  http://www.uc.edu/hr/faqs/benefits/eap.html  http://www.myimpactsolution.com  Anthem LifeHealth Online Psychology: Available to all faculty and staff as well as their dependents who participate in a University of Cincinnati medical plan. Anthem LifeHealth provides virtual behavioral health visits with licensed therapists.  Appointments available from 7:00a.m.-11:00p.m.  1-844-784-8409

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(c) Resources available to all students and faculty/staff:  UC Psychiatric Emergency Service: Emergency care for suicidal, homicidal patients and case management.  Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week  311 Straight Street, 5th Floor, Cincinnati, Ohio 45221  1-513-584-8577  Cincinnati Academy of Professional Psychology: Organization of psychologists in the Greater Cincinnati area.  1-513-779-2181  http://www.cappnet.org/asp/index.asp  http://www.uc.edu/uhs/mental_health.html  Talbert House: Talbert House provides mental health and substance use assessment and treatment services for adults throughout Greater Cincinnati and surrounding counties.  Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week  2600 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45206-1711  1-513-221-HELP (4357)  http://www.talberthouse.org/  Mercy Professional Services: Individual therapy, couples therapy, group therapy; Bilingual therapists on staff (Spanish).  2330 Victory Parkway #500, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206  1-513-221-2330  http://www.wellness.com/dir/3852751/psychologist/oh/cincinnati/merc y-professional-services#referrer  Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health: Licensed social workers, counselors and therapists use an integrated approach to help people identify their strengths and access the tools needed to overcome barriers and lead meaningful and productive lives.  3730 Glenway Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45205  1-513-345-8555  http://lifepointsolutions.org/  Catholic Social Services: Licensed counselors and social workers will provide between 15-20 sessions.  7162 Reading Road, Suite 600, Cincinnati, Ohio 45237  1-513-241-7745  http://www.catholiccincinnati.org/ministries-offices/catholic-charitiesof-southwestern-ohio/  Professional Pastoral Counseling Institute: Spiritually grounded and psychologically informed professional counseling and psychotherapy provided to individuals, couples and families.  8035 Hosbrook Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45236  1-513-791-5990  http://www.pastoral-counseling.org/asp/index.asp  Central Clinic: Quality mental health, addiction, and forensic services for children, families and adults.  311 Albert Sabin Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45229  1-513-558-5825 Page | 166

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http://www.centralclinic.org/

III. Warning signs of suicide vary on a case-by-case basis; however, a general list of what signs to look for can be found here: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/learn/warningsigns.aspx. IV. Postvention plans, which consists of creating a strategic plan to communicate effectively with students, staff/faculty, and parents after a loss of a person to suicide. (a) For a comprehensive account of the postvention plans, please see the Student Related Critical Incidents Response policy, Policy 4.1.1. (b) For additional resources, please see After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools, which can be found here: www.afsp.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/toolkit.pdf. MENTAL HEALTH EDUCATION All incoming students and new hires shall be provided with information about mental health topics, including depression and suicide prevention available to them (provided above). The information provided shall include available mental health services and any other available support services, including student-run organizations for individuals at risk of or affected by suicide and faculty/staff wellness programs (provided above). Such education shall also include orientation training for incoming students as well as Gatekeeper Training for required faculty and staff. RESOURCE CENTER University web pages have been established for students, faculty and staff that provide information on suicide prevention as described in this policy, in addition to other mental health and clinical resources. http://www.uc.edu/suicideprevention ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Student Related Critical Incidents Response Policy O.R.C. 3345.37 Community Mental Health Providers Students in Crisis Additional Resources Faculty/Staff 911 Guide Communicating During an Emergency Guide EthicsPoint Anonymous Reporting (Not for Emergency Reporting – Please call 911 to report a medical or psychiatric emergency)

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PHONE CONTACTS African American Cultural & Resource Center Anonymous Reporting Hotline (EthicsPoint) Dean of Students Disability Services  Blue Ash  Clermont  Clifton Environmental Health & Safety Ethnic Programs & Multicultural Services  Blue Ash  Clifton Facilities Management  Blue Ash  Clermont  Clifton Human Resources International Programs LGBTQ Center NightRide Office of Equality and Inclusion Office of Equal Opportunity & Access Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards Office of Ombuds Office of Provost On-Campus Confidential Counseling  Blue Ash  Clermont  Clifton (CAPS) Student Wellness Center Title IX Office University Health Services  Uptown Campus  Medical Campus Veterans Services  Blue Ash  Clermont  Clifton Victim Services (UC Police Department) Women’s Center Page | 168

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