Student Handbook 2019 Introduction

2018 STUDENT HANDBOOK 2019 INTRODUCTION

The Northwestern community extends you a warm welcome. Your time here should be one of tremendous growth, exploration, and learning, but within the boundaries of guidelines that protect your rights as well as those of your fellow community members.

This handbook describes the expectations for behavior and conduct in the Northwestern community and outlines the procedures to be followed when these expectations are not met. It is your road map, containing the policies and procedures that will guide you as a student while you live and grow in this community of scholars at Northwestern University.

The first statements in this booklet were created by Northwestern students, faculty, and staff working together to define community at Northwestern and to outline our shared principles and values. One aspect of the community is described this way:

A university is a disciplined community, a place where individuals accept their obligations to others and where well-defined governance procedures guide behavior for the common good.

• Freedom is balanced with duty. • Integrity and honesty are expected. • Consideration for the needs and rights of others is the norm. • Disagreement and conflict are acknowledged in respectful discourse.1 To paraphrase Italian philosopher and theologian Thomas Aquinas (c. 1225–74), policies are an organized set of principles designed and written Northwestern Student Handboook for the common good, put forth by those who care for the community.2 While some will think of this booklet as a collection of policies, those policies are really the expectations for behavior that we have agreed upon as a community.

So once again, welcome to the Northwestern community. And welcome to our community of shared principles and values.

| 2 | 1 Ernest Boyer (1990), Campus Life: In Search of Community. San Francisco: Jossey Bass. 2 Thomas Aquinas, Summa Theologiae, I–II, q. 90, art. 4. TABLE OF CONTENTS

Community at Northwestern...... 06 Academic Conduct Policies...... 14 Academic Integrity...... 14 Basic Standards of Academic Integrity...... 15 Procedures...... 17 Sanctions...... 17 Student Code of Conduct...... 19 Scope of the Code of Conduct...... 22 Groups and Organizations...... 23 Prohibited and Restricted Conduct...... 24 Alcohol and Other Drugs...... 24 Alcohol...... 24 Other Drugs...... 26 Amnesty Through Responsible Action...... 26 Destruction of Property...... 28 Discrimination and Harassment...... 28 Disorderly Conduct...... 29 Demonstration Policy...... 30 Endangering Self or Others...... 32 Failure to Comply...... 33 Fire Safety...... 33 Guests and Visitors...... 33 Hazing...... 33 Information Technology...... 37 Misconduct within the Student Conduct Process...... 37 Misrepresentation...... 38 Sexual Misconduct...... 38 Unauthorized Taking...... 39 University Properties (Use of)...... 39 Violations of Other Policies...... 39 Weapons and Related Items...... 39 Sanctions...... 40 Conduct Records/Student Status...... 48

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49 67 68 84 85 88 90 91 94 96 100 101 102 104 104 105 106 107 109 110 111 112 114 118 120 120 125 126 126 127 127 127 127 130 133 (CONTINUED) ...... Time Limitations ...... in UHAS Responsibilities Participant Rights and Hearings...... of Types Hearings...... Administrative Panel Hearings...... Consent...... Prohibited Conduct Alcohol at Events for Undergraduate Students...... Undergraduate for Alcohol at Events ...... (FERPA) Act Privacy Rights and and Family Education ...... Students First-Year for Sorority Recruitment and Fraternity Absence Protocol...... of Medical Leave Off-Campus Noise...... Bias – Hate Crimes and NU ...... Incidents Respect Campus Publicity...... Study Abroad...... Reports and Initial Inquiry...... and Reports ...... Interim Action ...... Resolution Informal Resolution Formal ...... about UHAS Information Additional ...... Withdrawal of Effect ...... Statement Policy ...... Hall and Housing Policies Residence Other Policies ...... System Hearing and Appeals University ...... Overview ...... Retaliation ...... Advisors Appeals ...... Misconduct on Sexual Policy Jurisdiction...... Accessibility ...... Definitions ...... Implementation ...... Reporting TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS OF TABLE

Northwestern Student Handboook | 4 | Interim Measures...... 137 Retaliation...... 137 Amnesty for Sexual Misconduct Complaints and Witnesses...... 138 Free Expression and Academic Freedom...... 138 Title IX and VAWA Statement...... 138 Consequences of Violating this Policy...... 139 Sexual Misconduct Violations...... 139 Violations of Interim Measures Directives...... 140 Retaliation...... 140 Related Information...... 141 Policy URL...... 141 Resources ...... 141 Confidential Support, Advocacy and Counseling...... 141 Seeking Medical Assistance...... 150 Preserving Physical Evidence...... 154 Educational Training, Awareness, and Prevention...... 155 Sexual Misconduct Complaint Resolution Process...... 156 Introduction and General Procedures...... 156 Initial Inquiry...... 160 Informal Action...... 161 Formal Resolution...... 161 Appeals...... 166

Appendix A: Summary of Information on Reporting Sexual Misconduct and Receiving Support (including confidential support) and Resources at the NU-Q Campus...... 171

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Civility and respect are expected behaviors. expected are Civility and respect Commitment to truth and knowledge is unwavering. and knowledge truth Commitment to Freedom of choice is balanced with responsibility to the community. to is balanced with responsibility choice of Freedom Lifelong learning is expected. learning Lifelong Individuality is affirmed while all strive to build a stronger sense of sense stronger a to build strive all Individuality is affirmed while Respect for individual achievement and excellence is the and excellence individual achievement for Respect campus community. cornerstone. - is uncompro expression of freedom affirmed and where is powerfully One goal of a university education is to help you develop as a unique develop help you is to education a university of One goal - emotion intellectually, person, as a whole be educated individual—to Northwestern University is an open community, a place where civility a place where is an open community, University Northwestern Northwestern community. Northwestern - relation and form interests various communities of Northwestern’s Northwestern University is an educationally purposeful community, community, purposeful is an educationally University Northwestern takes place within a dynamic learning community. As a large, complex, complex, As a large, community. place within a dynamic learning takes support- its various com to individual growth, for freedom foster to together to strengthen teaching and learning on campus. and learning teaching strengthen to together western community. Engage your fellow students, faculty, staff, and and staff, faculty, students, fellow your Engage community. western misingly protected. misingly munities of interests, and to fulfill its broader teaching and research research and teaching its broader fulfill and to interests, munities of the meet to efforts our mutual guide should principles What mission. Principles Values Principles and and diverse institution, Northwestern attempts to balance its needs— to attempts Northwestern institution, and diverse the of as a member consideration thoughtful your and for and study, ally, socially, ethically, and spiritually. Your development and learning and learning development Your and spiritually. ethically, socially, ally, with relationships in engage when you in part, occur, as an individual a place where faculty and students share academic goals and work and work academic goals share and students faculty a place where sented these statements, as a work in progress for further discussion further for progress in as a work these statements, sented ships that both challenge and support your growth. and support your challenge both ships that growth and learning, become actively involved in the life of the North of - life in the involved actively become and learning, growth - pre students of A group community? needs within our learning diverse others and in activities that optimally challenge you. To enhance your enhance your To you. challenge optimally that and in activities others Your journey of individual development does not occur in isolation; it in isolation; occur does not development individual of journey Your NORTHWESTERN Statement of Community Community of Statement • • • • • • THE COMMUNITY AT COMMUNITY AT THE

Northwestern Student Handboook | 6 | Community at Northwestern | 7 | being is cultivated in being is cultivated -negotiable value. -negotiable Consideration for the needs and rights of others is the norm. is the others of rights the needs and for Consideration Our common humanity is the basis for community relations. for humanity is the basis Our common Unique cultural and ceremonial practices are affirmed. are practices and ceremonial Unique cultural Social responsibility and an ethic of service to others are extended extended are others service to of and an ethic Social responsibility History, traditions, and the contributions of the past are honored. are the past and the contributions of traditions, History, and spiritual well physical, Emotional, Individual religious and spiritual beliefs are accepted. are and spiritual beliefs Individual religious Disagreement and conflict are acknowledged in acknowledged are and conflict Disagreement Freedom is balanced with duty. is balanced Freedom to all members of the community. of all members to Integrity and honesty are expected. are and honesty Integrity Inclusion is the foundation for decision making. for the foundation Inclusion is Individual differences and unique perspectives and unique perspectives Individual differences respectful discourse. respectful Accurate self-understanding is the foundation for empathy, empathy, for is the foundation self-understanding Accurate academic and extracurricular life. academic and extracurricular are respected. are compassion, and understanding others. and understanding compassion, is a non others” “Do no harm to Jossey Bass. Bass. Jossey Adapted from Ernest Boyer (1990), Campus Life: In Search of Community. San Francisco: San Francisco: Community. of In Search Campus Life: (1990), Boyer Ernest from Adapted individuals accept their obligations to others and where well-defined well-defined and where others to their obligations individuals accept heritage of the institution is remembered and where rituals affirming and where is remembered the institution of heritage shared. widely are and change tradition both being of each member is sensitively supported and where service to service to and where supported member is sensitively each being of Northwestern University is a celebrative community, one in which the one in which community, is a celebrative University Northwestern Northwestern University is a caring community, a place where the well a place where community, is a caring University Northwestern Northwestern University is a disciplined community, a place where a place where community, is a disciplined University Northwestern Northwestern University is a just community, a place where the sanctity the where a place community, a just is University Northwestern 3 governance procedures guide behavior for the common good. for behavior guide procedures governance others is encouraged. others of the person is honored and where diversity is aggressively pursued. aggressively is diversity and where is honored person the of • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

sponsored program or activity, persons not enrolled in enrolled not persons or activity, program sponsored her office or other work area or lodging. or work area other or her office faculty, and staff may pursue their legitimate goals on University on University goals their legitimate pursue may and staff faculty, University University to secure the rights outlined above and to assure that students, students, that assure and to outlined above the rights secure to the class or other unauthorized persons. unauthorized the class or other premises or at University functions without interference. functions University or at premises or other University premises, during the progress of a class or other a class or other of during the progress premises, University or other The right of the University to take actions reasonably determined determined reasonably actions take to the University of The right The right of a faculty or staff member to exclude from a classroom a classroom from exclude to member or staff a faculty of The right member in his or or staff or faculty a student of privacy to The right in appropriate circumstances, to the University’s right to take actions actions take to right the University’s to circumstances, in appropriate ic progress, social interactions, and personal behavior. As stated in one As stated behavior. and personal social interactions, ic progress, 3. hall contract, the University’s website, notices disseminated from from disseminated notices website, University’s the hall contract, University-enacted policies are found in several sources, including, but including, sources, in several found policies are University-enacted University affords students a number of rights that are fundamental to to fundamental are that rights a number of students affords University Northwestern community may not abridge the following rights, subject, subject, rights, the following abridge not community may Northwestern - a stu community requires Northwestern the a member of Remaining Becoming a member of the Northwestern University community is University the Northwestern member of Becoming a to protect the health and safety of the University community and its the University of the health and safety protect to to policies governing conduct.” policies governing to the residence housing bulletins, and graduate the undergraduate tin, and—of and departments, or its schools the University time by time to 2. members, guests, and visitors. guests, members, - Bulle School the Graduate Catalog, the Undergraduate to, limited not membership in our shared community. But along with these privileges with these privileges But along community. in our shared membership Rights and Responsibilities of the the of Responsibilities and Rights Community Northwestern an honor, a privilege that carries with it prestige and respect. The and respect. it prestige with carries that a privilege an honor, uphold and meet to students also requires membership and rights, earned by meeting standards of academic performance and adherence and adherence academic performance of standards meeting earned by of the policies below, “Student status at Northwestern is a privilege is a privilege Northwestern at “Student status below, the policies of Handbook. Student course—this - academ students’ policies governing with comply continuously dent to community standards. The exercise of individual rights by students and other members of the of members and other students by individual rights of The exercise 1.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 8 | Community at Northwestern Policy Statement on Student Rights and Responsibilities At Northwestern University, life outside the classroom is an integral part of the educational process. The exercise of responsibility is an important part of the development of the full potential of the student as an individual and as a citizen. The student’s awareness of the extent of his or her rights and responsibilities is necessary to the exercise of responsibility within the University community. To further these objec- tives and in recognition of students as members of the Northwestern University community, the University has adopted the following statement of policy.

This policy statement has been formulated in a spirit of cooperation and community by representatives of students, faculty, and administration. It is a living document and thus is subject to change through participation of representatives of the same groups who participated in the original formulation.

1. Northwestern University does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or genetic information in matters of admissions, employment, housing, or services or in the educational programs or activities it operates.

2. The student has freedom of research, of legitimate classroom discussion, and of the advocacy of alternative opinions to those presented in the classroom.

3. The student will be evaluated on knowledge and academic performance for purposes of granting academic credit and not on the basis of personal or political beliefs.

4. The teacher-student relationship within the classroom is confidential, and disclosures of a student’s personal or political beliefs expressed in connection with course work will not be made public without explicit permission of the student. It is understood that the teacher may undertake the usual evaluation of knowledge and academic performance.

5. Students’ records may be released to persons outside the University only on request of the student or through compliance with applicable laws.

| 9 | - out University approval. out University Students are free to form, join, and participate in any group group any in and participate join, form, to free Students are Student publications are free from any official action controlling controlling action official any from free are Student publications Students are free to use campus facilities for meetings of of meetings for use campus facilities to free Students are for intellectual, religious, social, economic, political, or political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, for Students will be free from censorship in the publication and in the publication censorship from Students will be free policies. University Students may invite and hear speakers of their choice on subjects on subjects their choice of and hear speakers invite Students may in the for considered and welfare their views Students will have communicate, to demonstrate, to assemble, to free Students are versity or purport to issue from it with from issue or purport to versity Students have a right to be secure in their possessions provided their possessions provided in be secure to a right Students have or search unreasonably will not University The policy. University Information on rules, rates, and regulations deriving from con- from deriving and regulations rates, on rules, Information the University community. the University that the items they possess are not in violation of the law or a the law of in violation not are possess they the items that belongings. students’ of possession take tractual agreements with the University will be made available to to available be made will University with the agreements tractual without interference. recognized student organizations, subject to policies as to time policies as to to subject organizations, student recognized - or represent by and will be consulted policy University of mation A student is free, individually or in association with other individu- with other or in association individually is free, A student als, to engage in all campus activities, exercising the right of a of the right exercising in all campus activities, engage to als, as the views of Northwestern University and do not violate any any violate and do not University Northwestern of as the views and manner governing the facility. and manner governing order, requires freedom that recognizing protest, and to editorial policy. Publications shall not bear the name of the Uni- name of bear the shall not Publications policy. editorial students on request. students ed on University committees that affect students as members of of as members students affect that committees ed on University citizen of the community, state, and nation, provided he or she provided and nation, state, the community, of citizen the University. represent purport to way in any does not cultural purposes. cultural dissemination of their views as long as these are not represented represented not are as these as long their views of dissemination discipline, and responsibility and further recognizing the right the right recognizing and further and responsibility discipline, goals their legitimate pursue to and students all faculty of of their choice, and approval will not be withheld by University University by be withheld will not and approval their choice, of of censorship. for the purpose officers

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Northwestern Student Handboook | 10 | Community at Northwestern 16. Students will be exempt from disciplinary action or dismissal from the University except for academic failure, failure to pay a University debt, or violation of a student or University policy. Policies shall be fully and clearly communicated in advance of the alleged violation. The University has no authority over a student when outside University property, except where the student is on the property of a University affiliated institution, where the student is engaged in a project, seminar, or class for academic credit, or as otherwise provided in University policies and procedures (See the Student Code of Conduct page 20) or on property that falls within the jurisdiction of University Police. A student is subject to local, state, and federal statutes.

17. A student is free to be present on campus and to attend classes pending action on criminal or civil charges, except for reasons relating to his or her physical or emotional safety and wellbeing or for reasons relating to the safety and wellbeing of students, faculty, staff, or University property.

18. It is recognized that every member of the community has the responsibility to conduct him or herself in a manner that does not violate the rights and freedoms of others and has the responsibility to recognize the principles within this statement of policy.

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ACADEMIC CONDUCT POLICIES individual effort and learning. individual effort General Counsel, and the Office of the Provost. Ratified by the Faculty by the Ratified of the Provost. and the Office Counsel, General in which the student is enrolled or by a committee or board that has that or board a committee or by is enrolled the student in which during the work unsatisfactory of in the event exclusion to is subject level - undergraduate and graduate, and regardless of venue, including venue, of and regardless and graduate, - undergraduate level - A stu or school. college that by responsibility such been delegated she he or or terms, term in a previous work unsatisfactory of because Senate on May 13, 1992, they are the framework within which policies within which the framework are they 1992, 13, on May Senate Per University Statutes, Article V, 2: Whenever it shall appear that any that it shall appear Whenever 2: V, Article Statutes, University Per For a more complete and detailed description of Northwestern’s Northwestern’s of description and detailed complete a more For the pursuit of knowledge possible, but always promotes and evaluates evaluates and promotes but always possible, knowledge of the pursuit term for which the notice is issued. In the absence of written and timely written In the absence of is issued. the notice which for term is excluded. the student before or board) its committee (or the faculty . provost/students/integrity the Graduate School Bulletin, and specific polices and provisions provisions specific polices and and Bulletin, School the Graduate member and student, both graduate and undergraduate, belongs to to belongs and undergraduate, graduate both member and student, notice the student may request and then shall be granted a hearing by a hearing by and then shall be granted request may the student notice policies regarding academics, please see the Undergraduate Catalog, Catalog, see the Undergraduate please academics, policies regarding and programs. departments, schools, the individual by promulgated Academic integrity at Northwestern is based on a respect for individu- for is based on a respect Northwestern at integrity Academic www.northwestern.edu/ at can be found information Additional al achievement that lies at the heart of academic culture. Every faculty faculty Every the heart academic culture. lies at of that al achievement is a fundamental integrity academic where scholars a community of student is not making satisfactory progress in his or her studies, the in his or her studies, progress making satisfactory not is student or school the college of the faculty of vote by be excluded may student school, and to bear in mind relevant policies governing activities not not activities policies governing bear in mind relevant and to school, research. and University grams, since 1990 with students, faculty, academic deans, the University University the academic deans, faculty, since 1990 with students, commitment. The University as an institution makes collaboration and collaboration makes as an institution The University commitment. of the undergraduate and graduate schools of the University operate. the University of schools and graduate the undergraduate of dent shall be notified in writing no later than the middle of a term that, term that, of a than the middle in writing no later dent shall be notified online courses and study abroad programs. More detailed standards standards detailed More programs. abroad study and online courses each by forth set are and sanctions procedures, academic conduct, of the academic member of every of It is the responsibility the schools. of own of his or her with the specific policies familiar be community to - pro graduate specific as internships, such herein, addressed directly conduct supported by all academic programs at the University, at every every at the University, at all academic programs by supported conduct This statement broadly describes principles of student academic student of describes principles broadly This statement The principles set forth below arise from consultations carried out carried consultations arise from below forth set The principles ACADEMIC CONDUCT POLICIES CONDUCT ACADEMIC Academic Integrity Academic Academic Failure Academic

Northwestern Student Handboook | 14 | | 14 A. Basic Standards of Academic Integrity Registration at Northwestern requires adherence to the University’s standards of academic integrity. These standards may be intuitive- ly understood, and cannot in any case be listed exhaustively; the following examples represent some basic types of behavior that are unacceptable. Academic Conduct Policies 1. Cheating: using unauthorized notes, study aids, or information on an examination; altering a graded work after it has been returned, then submitting the work for regrading; allowing another person to do one’s work and submitting that work under one’s own name; submitting identical or similar papers for credit in more than one course without prior permission from the course instructors.

2. Plagiarism: submitting material that in part or whole is not en- tirely one’s own work without attributing those same portions to their correct source.

3. Fabrication: falsifying or inventing any information, data, or citation; presenting data that were not gathered in accordance with standard guidelines defining the appropriate methods for collect- ing or generating data and failing to include an accurate account of the method by which the data were gathered or collected.

4. Obtaining an unfair advantage: (a) stealing, reproducing, circulating, or otherwise gaining access to examination materials prior to the time authorized by the instructor; (b) stealing, destroying, defacing, or concealing library materials with the purpose of depriving others of their use; (c) unauthorized collaborating on an academic assignment; (d) retaining, possessing, using, or circulating previously given examination materials, where those materials clearly indicate that they are to be returned to the instructor at the conclusion of the examination; (e) intentionally obstructing or interfering with another student’s academic work; (f) recycling one’s own work done in previous classes without obtaining permission from one’s current instructor; or (g) otherwise undertak- ing activity with the purpose of creating or obtaining an unfair academic advantage over other students’ academic work.

5. Aiding and abetting academic dishonesty: (a) providing material, information, or other assistance to another person with knowledge that such aid could be used in any of the violations stated above; (b) providing false information in connection with any inquiry regarding academic integrity; or (c) providing (including selling) class materials to websites that sell or otherwise share such materials – including homework, exams and exam solutions, submitted papers or projects, as well as original course materials (for example, note packets, Powerpoint decks, etc.). In addition to violating Northwest- ern’s policies on academic integrity, such conduct may also violate University policies related to copyright protection. | 15 | Generally, implementation of sanctions will be suspended until all sanctions of implementation Generally, information gained via unauthorized access, or interfering with or interfering access, gained via unauthorized information - docu altering documents: official and records of Falsification - or administra academic computerized to access Unauthorized heard and the accuracy of the charge determined by a neutral a neutral by determined the charge of and the accuracy heard 6. Review of any adverse initial determination, if requested, by an by if requested, initial determination, adverse any of Review 6. Provost or an advisory committee designated by the Provost. by designated or an advisory committee Provost Reasonable written notice of the facts and evidence underlying underlying and evidence the facts of notice written Reasonable Prompt investigation of all charges of academic dishonesty, to be to academic dishonesty, of all charges of investigation Prompt the use or availability of computer systems or information. systems computer of the use or availability the charge of academic dishonesty and of the principle(s) of aca- of the principle(s) and of academic dishonesty of the charge 5. A hearing or meeting at which the student involved may be may involved the student which at or meeting A hearing 5. 3. Reasonable written notice of the procedure by which the accu- which by the procedure of notice written Reasonable 3. viewing or altering computer records, records, computer or altering viewing or systems: records tive prior to bringing a charge, provided that such review does not does not review such that provided bringing a charge, prior to modifying computer programs or systems, releasing or dispensing or releasing or systems, programs modifying computer - authori of signatures forging records; academic affecting ments racy of the charge will be determined. the charge of racy appeals committee to whom the student has access in person. in person. has access whom the student to committee appeals been exhausted. have the student made by appeals grade report, letter of permission, petition, drop/add form, ID card, ID card, form, drop/add petition, permission, of letter report, grade sponse to the charge. sponse to zation or falsifying information on an official academic document academic document on an official information or falsifying zation decision maker. compromise the rights of the student in the formal process. in the formal the student of the rights compromise been violated. have to said demic integrity - a re prepare to within which if requested, time, Reasonable 4. conducted, insofar as possible, in a manner that prevents public prevents in a manner that as possible, insofar conducted, in- may investigation Such identity. the student’s of disclosure of the school and discussion with an official review clude informal or any other official University documen University official other or any 7. Final review of an unsuccessful appeal, if requested, by the by if requested, appeal, an unsuccessful of Final review 7. 5. 6. 6. integrity lies with the faculties of the University’s individual schools, individual schools, the University’s of lies with the faculties integrity 3. In all cases involving academic dishonesty, the student charged or charged the student dishonesty, academic In all cases involving In accordance with University Statutes, the enforcement of academic of the enforcement Statutes, with University In accordance B. Due Process and Student Rights Student and Process Due B. 2. 4. - adopt and provisions with the procedures and shall be in accordance suspected shall, at a minimum, be accorded the following rights: the following accorded be a minimum, at shall, suspected ed by each individual school. each ed by 7. 7. 1.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 16 | C. Procedures Suspected cases of charges of academic dishonesty should be reported to the course instructor, to the administration of the school under whose jurisdiction the suspected offense took place, or to any student authorized by that school to receive such complaints. Students charged with academic dishonesty may not change their registration

in a course in which the charge is pending or in which a finding of Academic Conduct Policies academic dishonesty has been made. Procedures of investigation, adjudication, and appeal may vary from school to school. (Current practice does not involve reporting to a student, but instead to the course instructor or to a member of the dean’s office in the appropriate school.)

D. Sanctions All proven cases of academic dishonesty should be penalized as appropriate under the circumstances. Sanctions other than a reduced or failing grade should be imposed by the school in which the student is enrolled. The imposition of any sanction other than a private reprimand should include a statement of reasons supporting its severity. A student may appeal any finding or sanction as specified by the school holding jurisdiction. Sanctions may include but are not limited to

1. Reduced or failing grade.

2. A letter of reprimand and warning.

3. A defined period of suspension, up to one year. Ineligibility for certain awards, honors and special programs.

4. Revocation of an awarded degree.

5. Permanent exclusion from the University (noted on an official transcript).

6. Any combination of the above.

(It should be understood that there is no necessary connection between a first-time offense and a letter of reprimand. Depending on the nature of the offense, a student many be suspended or permanently excluded as a result of a first-time offense)

E. Reportability Sanctions that do not result in separation from the University (suspension or exclusion) are not reported by Northwestern University to external entities unless: 1) the student consents to the disclosure; or 2) disclosure is required by law.

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| 19 | Northwestern Student Handboook | 20 | STATEMENT OF EXPECTATIONS

As members of the University community, all students, groups of students, and recognized student organizations are expected to exemplify Northwestern’s community principles and values, to engage in socially responsible behavior, and to model exceptional conduct, character, and citizenship on campus and beyond.

When learning of conduct or behavior that may not meet these standards, community members are expected to take an active role in upholding our community principles and values. Students are encouraged to alert the police or emergency personnel; report the behavior to University officials; confront the situation as it occurs; or speak direct-

ly to the individuals involved. All emergencies should be reported by Student Code of Conduct calling police through 911. For information on filing a report of concern with the Office of Student Conduct, please see page 106.

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ops) During the academic year During the academic classes end classes begin or after Before study the campus (e.g., from away credit During time pursuing co internships, abroad, enrollment actual of terms During periods between the University from on leave While — — — — — — — — — — Involving students, a group of students, or a student organization organization a student or students, of group a students, Involving as a whole or department school or the University with any affiliated or graduate). (undergraduate admission for application a student’s the time of from Occurring is if the conduct (even a degree of awarding the actual through but not including, awarded), is a degree until after discovered not to: limited Occurring either on or off campus either on or off Occurring CONDUCT SCOPE OF THE CODE OF OF CODE THE OF SCOPE The Student Code of Conduct applies to the following situations. The situations. the following to applies Conduct Code of The Student reports of and resolve investigate to right the reserves University these situations: in all of misconduct alleged • • • report any and resolve investigate to the right reserves The University the principles of any violate to is alleged a student or incident in which or laws or federal state, or local, the University or policies published by Students the incident occurs. where the location of regardless policies, institutions of the policies and procedures follow to also expected are travel. during international including visit, may they that all Univer follow to expected are hall guests and residence University their of the conduct for accountable are Student hosts sity policies. as the responsible disciplinary action to be subject and may guests This their guests. by incurred policy University of violations party for organizations. student and recognized groups, individuals, to applies

Northwestern Student Handboook | 22 | GROUPS AND RECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS

Groups of students and recognized student organizations (here after referred to as “organizations”) are expected to comply with all University policies, including the Student Code of Conduct and all additional policies pertaining to groups and organizations. A group or organization may be held responsible for the actions and behaviors of its members and guests. The decision to hold a group or organization responsible as a whole is ultimately determined by examining all the circumstances of a situation and by taking into account factors including, but not limited to, whether the actions:

1. Were committed by one or more officers or authorized Student Code of Conduct representatives acting in the scope of their group or organizational capacities;

2. Involved, were committed by, or were condoned by (actively or passively) a significant number of organization members, alumni, or guests;

3. Occurred at or in connection with an activity or event funded, sponsored, publicized, advertised, or communicated about by the group or organization;

4. Occurred at a location over which the group or organization had control at the time of the action;

5. Occurred at or in connection with an activity or event that reasonable people would associate with the group or organization;

6. Should have been foreseen by the organization or its officers, but reasonable precautions against such actions were not taken;

7. Were the result of a policy or practice of the organization;

8. Would be attributable to the organization under the group’s own policies (including local or national risk management guidelines); or

9. Were taken by individuals who, but for their affiliation with the organization, would not have been involved in the incident.

Or whether:

10. One or more officers or members of an organization fail to report knowledge or information about a violation to, or otherwise fail to cooperate with, appropriate University or emergency officials; or

11. The organization, or any member acting on its behalf, fails to satis- factorily complete the terms of any disciplinary sanction or outcome. | 23 | - -

we assist students, staff, and staff, students, assist we To that end, the Northwestern commu- the Northwestern end, that To Use or possession of alcohol, or containers that previously con- previously that or containers alcohol, Use or possession of of the age 21 (or of individuals under the age by tained alcohol, majority in the jurisdiction); property, on University beverages alcoholic Manufacturing by the authorized as specifically (except or facilities premises, 21; of individuals under the age or by University) individuals under the to alcohol or distributing Providing 21; of age or concern behaviors in disruptive resulting intoxication Severe PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED RESTRICTED AND PROHIBITED CONDUCT Misconduct related to alcohol and alcoholic beverages, including beverages, and alcoholic alcohol to related Misconduct the following: a. b. c. d. Alcohol aging others in the violation of these policies, may lead to disciplinary disciplinary to lead may these policies, of in the violation aging others or as assisting as well these acts, of any commit to An attempt action. Univer of a violation is considered act, such any encouraging willfully sity policy. In supporting behavior. healthy promoting for responsibility nity shares wellbeing, health and individual’s each with consuming alcohol associated the risks in understanding faculty and others self the harm to minimize seeking to while drugs and other these substances. the misuse and abuse of by caused drugs and other alcohol to the primary policies related are The following on Policy full Northwestern’s Students. Northwestern to apply that www.northwestern.edu/ here: can be found and Alcohol Drugs nuannualnotification2017.pdf Alcohol and Other Drugs Other and Alcohol in an environment community fosters and well-informed safe, A caring, and learn. can all live we which The following behaviors are prohibited or restricted by this Student this by or restricted prohibited are behaviors The following or encour or assisting policies, these of Violations Conduct. Code of alcohol-resources/about-us/biennial-review/assets/ Collective and Individual Responsibility Individual and Collective as as well organizations, student and recognized students of Groups individu- and/or collectively be held may and officers, their members or other Conduct Student Code of the of violations for responsible ally policies. University

Northwestern Student Handboook | 24 | | 24 for the student’s well-being, regardless of age; e. Driving under the influence of alcohol or while intoxicated; f. Possession of open containers of alcohol in public buildings, parks, beaches, highways, streets, alleys, sidewalks, parkways, and public parking lots (except as specifically authorized by legal authority); and g. Violations of other laws pertaining to alcohol.

The following is considered misconduct related to alcohol when a student is on campus or at an event affiliated with Northwestern or a Northwestern organization (including student organizations).

h. Possession of kegs or other large storage devices, quantity Student Code of Conduct dispensing containers, or common sources of alcohol (except as specifically authorized by the University), regardless of age; i. Drinking practices or games that encourage participants to consume alcohol or promote intoxication and any paraphernalia that supports such activities are prohibited, regardless of age; j. Use or possession of alcohol, regardless of age, in any dry or alcohol-free spaces on campus including, but not limited to, all fraternity/sorority houses, and designated areas in the residence halls and academic buildings; k. Possession of open containers of alcohol on University property, in University facilities, or in University vehicles or transportation (except as specifically authorized by the University). Approval for alcohol in outdoor spaces can be obtained through the Events Planning Office at Norris University Center; and l. The sale of alcohol on campus without explicit permission from the Events Planning Office at Norris University Center and an Evanston liquor license.

Students who live in University housing must also abide by the Resi- dence Hall and Housing Policies related to alcohol which can be found on page 54 (as is applicable by housing type).

Students and student organizations who wish to plan an event for undergraduate students at which alcohol is available for individuals over the age of 21 should consult the Policy Regarding Alcohol at Events for Undergraduates. Any undergraduate event, at which alcohol will be served, is expected to prioritize the safety and welfare of all guests by, at minimum, following the provisions noted in the policy, which can be found on page 68.

Resources for students experiencing alcohol related concerns or who have alcohol related questions can be found here: www.northwestern. | 25 | edu/alcohol-resources/resources-support/support-for-students/ index.html Free Free -related activities is and shall activities -related

Possession, use, or misuse of illegal drugs or controlled or controlled drugs illegal or misuse of use, Possession, legal of all levels by permitted as expressly (except substances authority); drug of or distribution manufacturing, use, Possession, paraphernalia; or controlled drugs illegal of or distribution Manufacturing substances; or controlled drug illegal of any Driving under the influence substance; or drugs illegal use or misuse of the of Being in the presence and on campus; substances controlled and state, policies or federal, drug University other of Violations substances. and controlled drugs illegal pertaining to laws local Amnesty through Responsible Action Responsible through Amnesty primary importance. of is students of the wellbeing Northwestern, At care. a community of in creating a critical role plays student Each the ensure to groups student and students encourages Northwestern for seek assistance to steps taking responsible by others of well-being When (including themselves). intoxicated/impaired individuals who are educational prioritizing by care that honors the University this occurs, or students hold will not The University responses. and supportive or for or others), them-selves (for action such who take groups student - the Universi of violations for accountable is taken, action whom such driving under of policies (with the exception drug and other alcohol ty’s the influence). Other Drugs Other substances controlled and drugs illegal to related Misconduct heroin, cocaine, narcotics, marijuana, medical (including marijuana, and drugs, or other cannabinoids synthetic medication, prescription includ- substance), a controlled similar to substantially chemical any ing the following: a. b. c. d. e. f. Compas- Illinois’ Although Drugs: Regarding Information Additional 1) allows (H.B. Act Program Medical Cannabis Pilot Use of sionate marijuana for amounts of possess and consume limited to patients laws federal with conflicts law this state certain medical conditions, Drug- the federal to is subject Northwestern marijuana. governing Schools and Communities Act Amendments, which mandates mandates which Amendments, Act and Communities Schools (including substances controlled of campus communities be free cultivation, manufacture, possession, the use, Therefore, marijuana). of medical marijuana or being under the influence dissemination, University or at property on University prohibited. remain

Northwestern Student Handboook | 26 | To be eligible for Amnesty through Responsible Action you must: 1. CALL for help: In medical emergencies, immediate action should ! be taken by calling 9-1-1 from either on or off campus. You may also activate a University Blue Light emergency phone anywhere on campus. In non-emergency situations, help can also be sought by contacting NUPD (847-491-3456) or, for students in residence halls, your Resident Assistant on-duty (phone number varies by building) or the Community Service Officer (CSO) in your building.

2. STAY with the person until help arrives and you have been told your assistance is no longer needed.

3. COOPERATE with responding staff or emergency personnel,

including all requests for information and assistance. Student Code of Conduct

In a situation where a student or student group takes responsible action (for themselves or for others) and calls, stays, and cooperates, or has such action taken for them, the responding party (e.g., NUPD, Resident Assistant) will fully document the incident. Students will be asked to provide their name, ID number, and contact information to the responding party(ies). Students and if applicable, student groups will receive a notice from the Office of Student Conduct and are expected to attend a meeting with a staff member regarding the incident.

If it is determined through this meeting that the student or student group followed all required steps to be eligible for Amnesty through Responsible Action, the student or student group will not be held accountable for an alcohol or other drug related policy violation (with the exception of driving under the influence). The student may still be asked to complete an alcohol or other drug intervention and to complete educational activities. For example, a student may be required to participate in BASICS or alcohol and other drug education group through Health Promotion and Wellness, or may be required to seek an evaluation for substance abuse and to follow treatment recommendations. Student groups may be asked to participate in educational activities. Amnesty through Responsible Action applies only to alcohol and other drug related policies. If other policy violations occurred, or may have occurred, the student or student group will participate in the student conduct process related to those policies and may be found responsible.

In order for Amnesty through Responsible Action to apply, the student or student group must agree to timely completion of any educational assignment, recommended assessment, and/or treatment. Serious or repeated incidents will prompt a higher degree of medical concern and action. In the event that a student who receives medical assistance fails to complete the required course of action, or exhibits a pattern of problematic behavior with alcohol, that student or student group may be subject to formal disciplinary action. | 27 | As with any incident involving alcohol, parents of students under the legal drinking age will be notified. A student group that facilitates the acquisition of alcohol may also be required to notify its advisor, provide an educational program for its members, and/or change its processes for hosting events.

Should the student or student group be found responsible for a subse- quent violation of University policy, the University Hearing and Appeals System (UHAS) panel or hearing officer(s) will be informed of any Amnesty through Responsible Action the student has received for the purposes of determining an appropriate outcome.

Amnesty Through Responsible Action, In Summary

1. The incident will be documented by the responding party (e.g., NUPD, Resident Assistant) in an incident report submitted to the Office of Student Conduct.

2. Students involved will meet with staff from the Office of Student Conduct to share their account of what occurred.

3. If a student is found to be eligible for Amnesty related to alcohol or other drug misconduct:

a. The student will not receive any disciplinary outcomes (e.g., warning or probation).

b. The student may receive educational outcomes such as participating in an alcohol or other drug intervention and/or having a parent letter sent home.

4. If the student is not found to be eligible for Amnesty or there are additional allegations of policy violations unrelated to alcohol or drug misconduct, the student may receive both disciplinary and educational outcomes.

Destruction of Property

Destroying, damaging, defacing, or vandalizing property.

Discrimination and Harassment

Northwestern University does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law in matters of admissions, employment, housing, | 28 | services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates. Further prohibited by law is discrimination against any employee or job applicant who chooses to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own compensation or the compensation of another employee or applicant.

Harassment, whether verbal, physical, or visual, that is based on any of any of these characteristics is a form of discrimination. This includes ha- rassing conduct affecting tangible job benefits, interfering unreasonably with an individual’s academic or work performance, or creating what a reasonable person would perceive is an intimidating, hostile, or offensive environment. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment and sexual violence. (See policy on Sexual Misconduct for more detail).

Examples of discrimination and harassment may include:

• Refusing to hire or promote someone because of the person’s pro- Student Code of Conduct tected status • Demoting or terminating someone because of the person’s protected status • Teasing or practical jokes directed at a person based on the person’s protected status • Jokes or epithets about a person’s protected status • Displaying or circulating written materials or pictures that degrade a person or group • Verbal abuse or insults about, directed at, or made in the presence of an individual or group of individuals in a protected group The University’s full Policy on Discrimination and Harassment and Title IX Statement can be found at www.northwestern.edu/hr/equlopp- access/equal-employment-opportunity/nondiscrimination.html. A printable brochure with this information may be found at www.northwestern.edu/sexual-misconduct/docs/discrimbrochure.pdf.

Disorderly Conduct

Disorderly conduct or disruptive acts, including the following: a. No member of the University community may cause or allow to continue any loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that disturbs the peace of others, including violations of residence hall quiet hours or Evanston noise ordinances. b. No member of the University community may impede (or attempt to impede) others from participating in a University activity. c. Urinating or defecating in public view or in a public space, or in any space not intended for such purpose.

| 29 | Demonstration Policy

Northwestern welcomes the expression of ideas, including viewpoints that may be considered unorthodox or unpopular. The University encourages freedom of speech, freedom of inquiry, freedom of dissent, and freedom to demonstrate in a peaceful fashion. Regardless of their own views, community members share a corresponding responsibility to welcome and promote this freedom for all. They also share a responsibility to maintain an atmosphere conducive to scholarly, creative, and educational pursuits and to respect the safety and rights of all individuals. In order to promote these interests and to ensure the safe and effective operation of University business, this Policy establishes the parameters community members are expected to adhere to when engaging in free expression and peaceful demonstration.

I. General Guidelines

To allow for freedom of expression and peaceful demonstration on campus while also respecting the University’s operations, the following guidelines for demonstration are in place:

A. Rights of others. No community member may prevent or obstruct (or attempt to prevent or obstruct) the speech or other expression of another community member, except that Northwestern Police or other University officials may act consistent with this Policy to ensure the speech or other expression of community members is consistent with the guidelines in this Policy. Similarly, no community member may deprive (or attempt to deprive) others of participation in a University activity, threaten use of force against any community member, or otherwise interfere with the function of others within the University.

B. University operations. No community member may prevent Northwestern Student Handboook or obstruct (or attempt to prevent or obstruct) (i) the regularly scheduled activities of the University, such as classes, research, learning, meetings, interviews, ceremonies, emergency services, or University business; (ii) co-curricular activities; (iii) Univer- sity or public events; or (iv) medical center access or business. Similarly, no community member may use or occupy campus facilities so as to impede the carrying forward of such activities or events. Groups may occupy space but not in a manner that blocks movement around the campus (including but not limited to entrance to or egress from any campus building, campus facility, or University-owned and -maintained roadway or pathway) unless authorized by a University official.

C. Research areas. Demonstrations cannot take place in research areas where the presence of participants would compromise individual safety or violate laws, regulations, or Northwestern policies | 30 | relating to research safety. D. Signs. Placards, banners, and signs may not obstruct the view of those assembled or endanger other community members.

E. Police and other officials.The role of Northwestern Police during a demonstration is to maximize the safety and security of community members as well as University property. When enforcing this Policy, other Northwestern policies, or applicable law, Northwest- ern Police or other University officials may request community members to identify themselves and/or instruct community members to remove placards, banners, or signs or to leave a University location. Community members are expected to follow these requests.

Facilities.

F. All events are subject to the requirements and limita- Student Code of Conduct tions of the event’s location, including room occupancy. All events must comply with applicable building safety codes.

G. Other laws and policies. Participants in demonstrations or pro- tests are subject to other Northwestern policies, city ordinances, and state and federal law in addition to this Policy.

II. Event Notification and Other Advance Arrangements

A. Student events. To facilitate advance planning of an event and to help protect the community, students and/or student groups are encouraged to notify Student Organizations and Activities in advance of any demonstration (see “Contacts” below for additional information). Notification should be submitted at least 48 hours before the start of the event. Whenever possible, students and/ or student groups should give additional advance notice, ideally two weeks or more, to best facilitate planning. When conducting such events, student organizers are expected to promote a safe environment and, to the best of their ability, ensure participants adhere to the Student Code of Conduct.

B. Event Support Team (EST). Once notified of a planned demonstration, typically involving students, the University will convene the EST, which provides on-site support to assist with management of the event. The EST will actively attempt to preserve open discourse surrounding and during the event.

C. Resources for risk assessment. Occasionally an invited speaker or event will raise a credible likelihood (based on prior incidents or communications of intent) that the speaker or event may prompt a demonstration or become the target of threats or violence. In these circumstances, community members planning an event are encouraged to notify Student Organizations and Activities and/or Northwestern Police as soon as is feasible to consult and conduct a risk assessment (see “Contacts” below for additional | 31 | information). D. Reserving space. Community members are expected to follow applicable guidelines for seeking permission to use University space to conduct demonstrations. All outdoor events and activities are subject to the requirements outlined in Northwestern’s Outdoor Event Request Portal.

E. Security. Community members planning an event may need police presence or security, especially if there is a possibility of protest or dissent. Northwestern Police will assess and determine the safety and security needs for the event. Their assessment may result in the presence of police officers, security officers, and processes such as bag-check, event ticketing, and other steps to maximize the safety of attendees and the broader community.

F. Media. Faculty or staff planning to invite journalists other than Northwestern student journalists to cover an event should contact Global Marketing and Communications in advance of the event.

III. Counter Demonstration

A protest, demonstration, or event on campus may cause further dissent, resulting in a counter demonstration. The guidelines in this Policy also apply to counter demonstrations. When such an occasion arises, it is the responsibility of the University as well as all involved to allow for freedom of expression from all individuals. University officers may designate a separate area for counter demonstration.

Response

If faculty, staff, students, or student organizations are suspected of vi-

Northwestern Student Handboook olating this Policy, the matter will be referred to the appropriate office or department for follow up under University policies and procedures. There is no typical sanction associated with violations of this Policy. Each case is context specific; in determining whether a sanction is warranted, considerations include the severity of the violation of this and any other relevant policies as well as any prior misconduct.

Endangering Self or Others

Any action (or threat of action) that endangers or threatens to endanger the health, safety, or wellbeing of any person (including oneself). Severity and/or persistence may be considered.

| 32 | Failure to Comply

Failure to comply promptly with the reasonable request or instruction of a University official or emergency personnel acting in an official capacity, including, but not limited to, refusing to provide identification, refusing to dispose of or turn over to University authorities prohibited items, failing to respond, or leaving the scene of an incident before instructed to do so.

Fire Safety

Acts that jeopardize the safety or security of the University, the Universi- ty community, or any University facilities, building, or premises, including

a. Intentionally damaging or destroying property by fire or explosives; Student Code of Conduct b. Creating or maintaining a fire or fire hazard (except as specifically authorized), including burning candles or incense or use of unauthorized (or misuse of authorized) appliances or heating devices, including toasters, microwaves, hot plates, and space heaters; c. Tampering with or misuse of emergency or fire safety equipment, including emergency call devices, fire alarms, fire exits, firefight- ing equipment, smoke/heat detectors, or sprinkler systems; d. Failing to immediately exit any facility or building when a fire alarm or other emergency notification has been sounded, or hindering or impairing the orderly evacuation of any University facility, building, or premises; e. Smoking in any enclosed University facility, in any designated outdoor areas, or within 25 feet of an entrance, open window, ventilation intake, or similar feature of any enclosed University facility; and f. Violations of state or local fire and fire-related ordinances.

Guests and Visitors

Knowingly allowing visitors or guests to violate this Student Code of Conduct or other University policies, or failing to monitor the behavior of visitors or guests to assure they adhere to such standards may result in student conduct action for the host(s).

Hazing

It is the responsibility of all students/student organizations to encourage an atmosphere of learning, social responsibility, and respect for human dignity and to provide positive influences and constructive development for members and aspiring members. Students/organizations are expected to use good judgment to determine the abilities of individual | 33 | students as they relate to organization activities and requirements. If a healthy team or organization is being created and the values and purpose of the organization are being upheld, chances are the organization will not have to worry about whether or not an activity is hazing. Hazing leads to dysfunction within the organization and is in- effective at creating teamwork, respect, and unity, and it is an unproduc- tive and hazardous custom that is forbidden by the University.

Hazing is defined as any action taken or situation created, intentionally or unintentionally, whether on or off University premises and whether presented as optional or required, to produce: mental, physical, or emotional discomfort; servitude; degradation; embarrassment; harassment; or ridicule for the purpose of initiation into, affiliation with, or admission to, or as a condition for continued membership in a group, team, or other organization, regardless of an individual’s willingness to participate.

Such actions and situations may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Any physical abuse expected of or inflicted upon another, including paddling, tattooing, or branding in any form; • Any strenuous physical activity expected of or inflicted upon another, including calisthenics; • Creation of excessive fatigue, sleep deprivation, or interference with scholastic activities, including late night work sessions, meetings, or sleepovers; • Physical and psychological shocks, including lineups, berating, verbal abuse, threats, and name calling; • Sexual violations or other required, encouraged, or expected sexual activity, whether actual or simulated; • Prolonged exposure to severe or inclement weather; Northwestern Student Handboook • Periods of silence or social isolation; • Kidnapping, road trips, abandonment, scavenger hunts, or any other involuntary excursions; • Wearing of uniforms or apparel that is conspicuous and not normally in good taste; • Engaging in degrading or humiliating games, activities, stunts, or buffoonery; including requiring, encouraging, or expecting individuals to carry, possess, or maintain objects or items; • Requiring or compelling the consumption of liquid (including alcohol), food, drinks, or other substances; • Servitude or placing another in a position of servitude, including requiring, encouraging, or expecting a new member to do the tasks of, or to do tasks for, an experienced member, or to address members with honorary or formal titles; | 34 | • Taking, withholding, or interfering with an individual’s personal property; • Falsely leading an individual or individuals to believe that they will be inducted or initiated by participating in particular activities; • Depriving an individual of any privileges of membership or affiliation to which one is entitled; • Removing, stealing, taking, or damaging public or private property; and • Requiring, encouraging, or expecting individuals to participate in activities that are illegal or unlawful or are not consistent with the group’s mission or values or the policies of the University, including the Student Code of Conduct. Student Code of Conduct Acceptance of or consent to an activity on the part of a new member or individual does not justify participation in or sponsorship of the activity. Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Dean of Students Office 847( -491- 8430 ), the Office of Student Conduct (847-491-4582 ), or online via NUhelp at www.northwestern.edu/ hazing-prevention/reporting/how-to-report/index.html

Individuals, as well as groups of students and student organizations, may face disciplinary sanctions (up to and including removal from the University) for acts of hazing. Hazing activities may also violate the Illinois Hazing Act, 720 ILCS §5/12C50, which carries criminal penalties of up to three years’ imprisonment and a $25,000 fine.

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Northwestern Student Handboook | 36 | Information Technology

Misconduct related to University computer, network, or telecommunications systems or resources, including the following: a. Unauthorized use of facilities, services, equipment, account numbers, or files, including using a NetID or account assigned to another user or providing another user with access to your NetID or account; b. Reading, copying, changing, deleting, tampering with, or destruction of another user’s files, software, programs, and accounts (including monitoring another user’s data communications) without permission of the owner; Student Code of Conduct c. Use of University resources to interfere with the work of another student, a faculty member, or a University official, or that otherwise interferes with normal operation of University systems; d. Use of computing facilities and resources in violation of copyright laws (including unauthorized downloading or sharing of copyrighted files); and e. Violation of any other University policy regarding computers, networks, or electronic communication.

Misconduct within the Student Conduct Process

Misconduct related to the student conduct process (University Hearing and Appeals System) or a Title IX investigation, including the following: a. Failure or refusal to appear upon request or to cooperate in the investigation, hearing, or administration of cases of alleged offenses as outlined in Student Rights and Responsibilities in UHAS on page 104; b. Falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information in the investigation, hearing, or administration of cases of alleged policy violation; c. Institution of a frivolous or malicious student conduct proceeding (including an appeal); d. Any action that attempts to retaliate against, intimidate, threaten, coerce, discriminate against, or improperly influence any student for reporting alleged violations of policy or concern for the health or safety of a Northwestern community member, assisting another in making such a report, or participating in an investigation or resolution of such matters; | 37 | -contact directive. -contact Sexual penetration without consent; penetration Sexual without consent; contact Sexual Incest; rape; Statutory exploitation; Sexual Stalking; and violence; and domestic Dating harassment. Sexual Forgery, alteration, or misuse of University documents, records, or records, documents, University or misuse of alteration, Forgery, other materials; or identification in- altered or inappropriately forged, false, furnishing Knowingly or emergency official, University any the University, to formation personnel; response University any the University, misrepresenting Intentionally or utilizing the University’s at the University status your official, and without permission; brand identification of or distribution manufacture, use, Possession, misrepresent or that or fraudulent false are that or devices cards characteristics, personal or other age, identity, an individual’s identification. individual’s including using another report, false any be initiated to or causing initiating Intentionally or crisis; emergency of or threat warning, Unauthorized release or disclosure of information related to a to related information of or disclosure release Unauthorized proceeding; conduct student imposed for or outcomes the sanctions with comply to Failure and policies; University this code or other of violations resolution informal or actions the interim with comply to Failure but including, administrator, conduct a University by put in place no with a comply to failure to, limited not Violations of the University’s policy on Sexual Misconduct (see Misconduct on Sexual policy the University’s of Violations to, limited but not including, 130), page a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Sexual Misconduct Sexual Misrepresentation including the following: or dishonesty, misrepresentation, fraud, of Acts a. b. c. d. e. e. f. g.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 38 | Unauthorized Taking

Unauthorized taking of property, including the following: a. Taking (e.g., stealing, theft) of property or services that do not belong to you without permission from the owner; and b. Knowing possession, sale, or distribution of stolen property or materials.

University Properties (Use of)

Unauthorized access to, entry to, presence in, or use of University

properties, including the following: Student Code of Conduct a. University facilities, property, systems, or services; b. Roofs, balconies, or fire escapes of any University building or facility for any purpose except in case of an emergency; c. Hosting an event in a University-owned or University-operated facility, property, or space that exceeds policies governing that space, including capacity or time restrictions; and d. Possession, duplication, distribution, or use of keys, access codes, access cards, or other means of entry or access to any University property, premises, or location.

Violations of Other Policies

Actions that violate federal, state, or local laws or ordinances or that violate other University policies may also be violations of the Student Code of Conduct.

Weapons and Related Items

Misconduct related to firearms, weapons of any description, fireworks or explosive devices, or dangerous substances and materials (see listing at www.northwestern.edu/up/docs/Weapons-on-Campus- Policy_5-14-15final.pdf), including the following: a. Possession of any such item on University premises or at Univer- sity activities or events (except as specifically authorized); and b. Use or brandishing of any such item, even if legally possessed, in a manner that harms, threatens, causes fear to, or otherwise endangers others.

| 39 | - - nature, context, and severity of an incident, of and severity context, nature, organization, the student/student needs of developmental student/ the by taken and responsibility accountability of level organization, student student, the from cooperation of level its recurrence, prevent and the misconduct stop need to the conduct of or effects the impact and address remedy need to on others, organization, /student the student of disciplinary history and community, the University of interests best factors. or relevant mitigating, aggravating, other any SANCTIONS When a student or student organization is found in violation of the of in violation is found organization or student When a student be may sanctions types of following the of any Conduct, Code of violation(s) the policy to be appropriate should Sanctions assigned. be to the sanctions When considering assigned. are they which for including the be considered, may factors of a range imposed, • • • • • • • • • with or in connection prior to drugs or other alcohol use of A student’s as be viewed consumed—will generally if lawfully an incident—even behav in high risk drinking or drug Participation factor. an aggravating ior, including, but not limited to, the participation in drinking games or to, limited but not including, ior, are consumptions, of patterns or irresponsible abusive excessive other factors. aggravating seen as additionally generally policy University any of a violation that believed it is reasonably Where the of because or group person any against has been committed pregnancy, sex, origin, national religion, color, race, or group’s person’s status, parental expression, gender identity, gender orientation, sexual genetic status, veteran citizenship, disability, age, marital status, or policy, or by law protected classification other or any information, char has some such or group a person that the perception of because and including separation be enhanced up to may sanctions acteristic, Revocation, Degree Suspension, University (e.g., the University from Dissolution). or Group Expulsion, is within the time allocated Compliance with all assigned sanctions assigned sanction, with any or comply complete to Failure mandatory. in result may an assigned deadline (if applicable), meet to or failure - on a stu a hold the placement of and/or further disciplinary action, from a leave or takes withdraws If a student account. University dent’s must they their sanctions, of the completion prior to Northwestern reenroll. to will be able they before all assigned sanctions complete

Northwestern Student Handboook | 40 | Disciplinary Sanctions (Individual)

Expulsion. Expulsion is the permanent removal of the student from the University. Expulsion includes forfeiture of all rights and degrees not conferred at the time of the expulsion, withdrawal from all courses, and forfeiture of tuition and fees. A student who has been expelled may not register for classes, submit coursework, receive academic credit, attend classes, remain in University housing, or participate in any function or event sponsored by the University or any of its departments, groups, or organizations (unless specifically authorized by the dean of students, or designee). A student who is expelled is also banned from entering, visiting, or being present on University property or facilities (unless specifically authorized by the Dean of Students, or designee). A student

who has been expelled may never apply to be a student at Northwestern Student Code of Conduct University again. Expulsions are noted on student transcripts.

Degree Revocation. A student’s degree is revoked. Degree revocation includes forfeiture of all rights and responsibilities associated with the degree, and forfeiture of tuition and fees. All restrictions outlined under Expulsion also apply, including the prohibition from applying to be a student at Northwestern University in the future. Degree revocations are noted on student transcripts.

Suspension. A status, imposed for a minimum of one full academic quarter, in which students are removed from the University and may not register for classes, attend classes, submit coursework, receive academic credit, remain in University housing, or participate in any function or event sponsored by the University or any of its departments, groups, or organizations (unless specifically authorized by the dean of students, or designee). A suspended student may also be banned, during their suspension, from entering, visiting, or being present on University property or facilities (unless specifically authorized by the Dean of Students, or designee). Suspension may also include the imposition of conditions for reenrollment. The maximum length of a suspension is two years; however, this may be extended to the planned degree completion date of a reporter to ensure that a respondent is not a student at the same time as a reporter.

If a student who has been suspended does not reenroll in the Universi- ty within two years of the end of the suspension term (or longer if specified), the student may not reenter the University without acceptance of a formal application by the Office of Admission and approval of the Vice President for Student Affairs, or designee (and completion of any other conditions that may have been imposed for reentry).

A student who is suspended after having satisfied all degree requirements will not be awarded their degree until the period of suspension is over and they have met all conditions for reenrollment. The student may not participate in commencement exercises until the period of suspension is over and they have been approved to reenroll. | 41 | - - mined by the hearing officers or panel. officers the hearing mined by of time a specific period imposed for A status Disciplinary Probation. substantially are their behaviors that fact the to alert the student to During this time, and expectation. policy University with inconsistent their deci- improving toward steps active take to asked are students Univer can abide by they that demonstrate and to sions and behaviors community. the Northwestern a member of and succeed as sity policy will probation, is on disciplinary the student while violation policy Any for fit is a good the student whether of consideration in strong result the Uni- from separation whether and of community the Northwestern Probation is necessary. expulsion) exclusion, suspension, (i.e., versity or Privileges of or Restriction a Loss be accompanied by will frequently (see below). sanction Activities - a stu which opportunities for other impact may Disciplinary probation participation. for as a criterion is considered disciplinary record dent’s is behavior a student’s that indicates Review Conduct Review. Conduct student the either because policy of University a significant violation is beginning student the has had one significant incident or because is imposed Review Conduct concerning of behavior. a pattern show to upon reflect to students to encourage of time a specific period for abide the ability to demonstrate and to behavior and their choices a student’s During this time, policies and expectations. University by during committed violations policy and any will be observed behaviors and a response of level in a heightened result this period will likely or separation as disciplinary probation such significant sanction more a minimum of for will be assigned Review Conduct the University. from a year. a maximum of months and typically three on a restriction formal place any does not Review Though Conduct opportunities for impact it may or activities, privileges student’s as a criterion is considered disciplinary record a student’s which participation. for a violated actions a student’s that notice Formal Warning. University in our commu- acceptable not are actions such that policy, University a University of violation other any or further misconduct, and that nity, are Students disciplinary action. impactful in more result may policy, of how to be mindful upon their decisions and reflect to thus expected and others, themselves, impact may and actions choices their future community. the University students dissuade to intended costs monetary punitive Fines are Fine. the used by are Fines collected Conduct. the Code of violating from students. for services and programs fund to University In the event a disciplinary suspension and an academic or medical or medical academic and an suspension disciplinary a event In the be to are absence of the leaves occur simultaneously, withdrawal deter otherwise unless concurrently, and not consecutively, effective

Northwestern Student Handboook | 42 | Financial Restitution. Restitution is monetary compensation required of students who have taken, misused, damaged, or destroyed Universi- ty, public, or private property or services. Amounts charged to students may include the cost to repair, replace, recover, clean, or otherwise account for the property or services affected.

Loss or Restriction of Privileges or Activities. The withdrawal of the use of services or privileges as a student or member of the community, or the loss of the privilege to participate in an activity or event. Examples include:

• Restriction on representing Northwestern University in any official capacity;

• Restriction from holding positions of leadership in any University Student Code of Conduct recognized student group or organization or from being hired by University departments to serve in leadership roles; • Restriction from attendance at University events or activities; • Restriction on use of University resources; • Restriction on entry or access to particular locations, premises, or events; • Restriction on contact with another member or group of members of the University community; • Restriction on ability to study abroad; and • Additional conditions as deemed appropriate by the hearing officer/panel. Restrictions on Access or Contact. Restrictions or prohibitions on a student’s entry or access to particular locations, premises, or events, or on a student’s contact with another member of the University community.

Disciplinary Housing Sanctions (Individual or Group)

Housing sanctions may be imposed in conjunction with violations of residence hall policies, in conjunction with violations related to on-campus residential facilities (including fraternity and sorority houses), or as otherwise appropriate. Housing sanctions include the following:

Housing Removal. Permanent removal from residence halls, residential colleges, and fraternity/sorority houses. Students removed from housing must comply with all University vacancy procedures, including properly turning in keys and checking out of the housing unit. All access to the residence hall, residential college, or fraternity/sorority house may be ter- minated and students may not be able to enter into or visit any residence hall, residential college, or fraternity/sorority house. Housing fees may be forfeited. | 43 | - - Requires a student to move to a different residential a different to move to a student Requires Relocation. Housing deter are move for timeline and location The new unit. or housing facility mined by Residential Services. Residential mined by hall, their residence vacate to a student Requires Housing Suspension. of a specified period for house or fraternity/sorority college, residential within the a space to return may the student understanding with the time, suspended from Students period. that of the conclusion at housing system including procedures, vacancy University with all comply housing must the access to All the hall. out of and checking turning keys in properly be ter house may or fraternity/sorority college, residential hall, residence residence or visit any into enter to be able not may and students minated during the suspension house or fraternity/sorority college, residential hall, is typically Housing Suspension be forfeited. may Housing fees period. for be assigned and may the quarter, of the rest a minimum of assigned for years. two up to to allow of time, a specific period imposed for A status, Housing Probation. to demonstrate and choices and behavior upon their reflect to students occurs that violation Any policies and expectations. abide by the ability to or suspension, relocation, of in a sanction result may on this status while Students house. or fraternity/sorority facility a residential from removal associated appointment or committee office any resign to be required may Housing student organizations. or its affiliated Services with Residential the quarter. of the rest a minimum of assigned for is typically Probation a Hous- violated actions a student’s that notice Formal Housing Warning. and that in our community, acceptable not are actions such that ing policy, in result may a Housing policy, of violation other or any misconduct, further reflect to thus expected Students are action. disciplinary impactful more and choices their future how of be mindful upon their decisions and to and the Housing community. others, themselves, impact may actions to respect with privileges A student’s Privileges. on Guest Restriction a for or revoked be restricted may facility in a residential guests hosting of time. specified period - housing facili done to are When damages Housing Restitution. Financial to Amounts charged be assigned. may Financial Housing Restitution ties, or otherwise clean, recover, replace, repair, to include cost may students individ- When responsible or services affected. the property account for ofresidents to all charged be may restitution be identified, uals cannot being divided the total the housing unit, of area applicable the smallest be assessed. may hall governments residence Alternately, equally.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 44 | Disciplinary Sanctions (Group)

Group Dissolution. Group Dissolution is the termination of the group or organization’s recognition by the University. This action is a total separation of the group from the University. This includes total restriction on the organization and its members or supporters conducting any activity on the campuses of the University or at off-campus University associated events that in any way promote the goals, purposes, identity, programs, membership, or activities of the organization. Once dissolved, a group or organization may only reapply for recognition once all current members have left the University community.

Group Suspension. This action is a total separation of the group from the University for a specified period of time. This includes total restriction on the organization and its members or supporters conduct- Student Code of Conduct ing any activity on the campuses of the University or at off-campus University-associated events that in any way promote the goals, purposes, identity, programs, membership, or activities of the organization. Group suspension is typically assigned for a minimum of the remainder of the academic year. Once the suspension period is over, if the group has met all other terms of its sanction, it will be allowed to resume activity as a recognized group.

Group Probation. A status imposed on a student group or organization for a specific period of time to alert the group to the fact that their choices and behaviors are significantly inconsistent with University policy and expectations. During this time, the group is asked to take active steps toward improving the actions of their group and to demonstrate that they can abide by University policy. Any policy violations while a group is on Disciplinary Probation will result in strong consideration of Group Suspension or Group Dissolution. Group Probation will be assigned for a minimum of three months and typically not more than two years. Probation will frequently be accompanied by a Loss or Restriction of Privileges or Activities sanction (see next page).

Group Conduct Review. Group Conduct Review indicates that a group’s behavior is a significant violation of University policy either because the group has had one significant incident or because the group is beginning to show a pattern of concerning behavior. Conduct Review is imposed for a specific period of time to encourage groups to reflect upon their choices and behavior and to demonstrate the ability to abide by University policies and expectations. During this time, a group’s behaviors will be observed and any policy violations committed during this period will likely result in a heightened level of response and a more significant sanction such as group probation, suspension or dissolution. Conduct Review will be assigned for a minimum of three months and typically a maximum of a year.

Group Formal Warning. Formal notice and censure that a student group’s or organization’s actions violated a University policy, that such actions are not acceptable in our community, and that further miscon- | 45 | -affiliated programs, programs, -affiliated events, and/or activities; and/or events, ability to (e.g., resources University use of on the group’s Restriction Housing) reside in University funding, affiliated University receive particular locations, entry or access to on the group’s Restriction or events; premises, in programs or participate host ability to on the group’s Restriction or events; or groups with other co-programming in the group’s Restriction and on campus; organizations the hearing by as deemed appropriate conditions Additional officer/panel. Restriction on representing Northwestern University in any official official in any University Northwestern on representing Restriction capacity; participation in University from Restriction • • • • • duct, or any other violation of a University policy, may result in more in more result may policy, a University of violation other any or duct, thus are organizations and groups Student action. disciplinary serious their of how to be mindful and decisions upon their reflect to expected the and others, themselves, impact may and actions choices future community. University dissuade student to intended costs monetary punitive Fines are Fine. used are Fines collected Conduct. the Code of violating from groups Fines students. for programs services and fund to the University by the student will be assessed to organizations and groups student for as a whole. group required compensation is monetary Restitution Restitution. Financial or destroyed damaged, misused, taken, who have groups student of Amounts charged or services. property or private public, University, replace, repair, to include cost may groups/organizations student to - or services affect property the for account or otherwise clean, recover, will be and organizations groups student for Financial Restitution ed. a whole. as group the student assessed to the use of withdrawal The or Activities. Privileges of or Restriction Loss or the loss or organization group as a student services or privileges of include: Examples or event. in an activity participate to the privilege of • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 46 | Educational, Interventional, and Restorative Sanctions (Individuals and Groups)

Sanctions of an educational, intervening, developmental, restorative, supportive, and sustaining nature will be used to ensure students learn the most from their actions and are best equipped to make better decisions in the future. Options include but are not limited to the following.

Educational Requirements. Participation or completion of a project, class, or other activity to build awareness or knowledge relevant to the nature of the offense or oneself, including research papers, personal reflections, workshops, organizing events, designing community education, or preparing an action plan. Student Code of Conduct Disciplinary Service Hours. Disciplinary service hours may be assigned, and must be completed (a) at a nonprofit organization, (b) under supervision of an employee or volunteer coordinator who is not a friend or relative of the student, and (c) without payment or other compensation for the work performed. Disciplinary service hours may, but need not, be completed for an office or department of North- western University. Disciplinary service hours may not count towards service learning hours or other community service required by another program, scholarship, or organization. Court-mandated community service may count towards disciplinary service hours. Deadlines for disciplinary service hours may vary.

Referrals to Other Offices, Departments, Programs, or Agencies. Atten- dance at and completion of any educational programs, interventions, or assessments to which a student is referred. This includes referrals to on and off-campus resources for services including, but not limited to, substance-use assessments and interventions and interventions/ education programs for abusive/controlling behaviors.

Mental Health/Medical Assessment and/or Treatment (individual only): Requirement that a student seeks a mental health, medical, substance use, or threat assessment from Counseling and Psycholog- ical Services, Health Services, or other appropriate professional and follows through with the recommendations of the professional.

Restorative Actions. Requiring a student to engage in actions to restore the impact of a violation and repair the harms resulting from misconduct on other members of the community. These actions may include letters of apology, drafting and implementing a plan of resolution, engaging in restorative justice conferences, and developing plans for reintegration.

Parent or Family Notification.Contact with a student’s parents or legal guardians may occur or be required in certain circumstances in connection with a matter involving alleged student misconduct, including when (a) there has been a determination that the student’s use or possession of al- | 47 | -

mitted by law and University policy. Records of pending of Records policy. and University law by mitted CONDUCT RECORDS/ CONDUCT STATUS STUDENT sity policy (generally seven years) but will not be reported to external third external to be reported but will not years) seven (generally sity policy student. by the requested or specifically law by parties required unless unresolved remain that disciplinary matters also report may The University as the University, from or withdrew left the time a student and pending at or per required and maintainedkept are they resolved, once indefinitely; kept are matters - stu for a request to response Any above. the policies stated to according - the Universi explaining include a statement will dent disciplinary records disciplinary records. and reporting of retention regarding policy ty’s All student disciplinary files (paper and electronic formats) that involve that formats) (paper and electronic disciplinary files student All and maintained kept are Student Affairs the Division of by resolved matters records educational considered and are of Student Conduct the Office by (FERPA) Act and Privacy Rights Educational Family the federal to subject policy. and University - revo or degree expulsion, in suspension, result that Disciplinary matters parties third external to and will be reported permanently kept are cation or as required or licensing agencies) employers, schools, as graduate (such - re do not that Disciplinary matters policy. and University law by permitted until a student’s kept are revocation or degree expulsion, sult in suspension, Univer or by law time as specified amount of plus an additional graduation cohol or a controlled substance constitutes a violation of University policy University of a violation constitutes substance or a controlled cohol 21 at of the age is under student and the law local or state, federal, or any to is necessary information such of (b) knowledge disclosure; the time of with an emergency; in connection a student of or safety the health protect policy. University and law by authorized is otherwise or (c) the disclosure or Officers, Representatives, National Organization to Notification officers, representative, national The organization’s only). (group Advisers - orga student the for which of the violation be notified may advisers and/or responsible. been found has nization be assigned may sanction reasonable Any Sanctions. Reasonable Other or student a of and development the education promotes appropriately that the mission of furthers or otherwise safety, ensures organization, student of Student Conduct.the Office

Northwestern Student Handboook | 48 | RESIDENCE HALL AND HOUSING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

| 49 | Northwestern Student Handboook | 50 | Residence Hall & Housing Policies | 51 | hall staff. Policies and procedures are in place to ensure the success- ensure to in place are and procedures Policies hall staff. Services will notify all residents in a timely manner. in a timely all residents Services will notify - policies and proce University with any comply to Failure facilities. ful development of our residential community and a safe and secure and secure and a safe community residential our of development ful During the year, Residential Services may find it necessary to update to update find it necessary Services may Residential During the year, Building an effective community is facilitated primarily by residents’ residents’ by primarily facilitated community is an effective Building these policies and procedures to ensure the best interests of the cam- of interests the best ensure to these policies and procedures the student conduct process, known as the University Hearing and as the University known process, conduct the student pus community are maintained. If this situation occurs, Residential Residential occurs, If this situation maintained. pus community are respect for one another and cooperation with fellow residents and residents with fellow and cooperation one another for respect of this document. of 99 as is outlined on page System, Appeals apply to residents, non-residents and guests that enter the residential the residential enter that and guests non-residents residents, to apply environment for all residents. In addition, all policies contained within, within, all policies contained In addition, all residents. for environment dures, including those outlined here, may result in action through through in action result may including those outlined here, dures, POLICY FOUNDATION POLICY

ings; environment; free a smoke to ing the right inclusive environment. We expect you to explore your own beliefs beliefs own your explore to you expect We environment. inclusive harassment, and/or harm. and/or harassment, Every community member has a role in creating and sustaining an an and sustaining in creating member has a role community Every the presentation and upkeep of this shared space. As a resident, As a resident, space. this shared of and upkeep the presentation to approach community members with maturity and an intent to un- to intent and an with maturity community members approach to the University Hearing and Appeals System; and System; Hearing and Appeals the University the exercise of this right; of the exercise uphold these standards and help others do the same. same. do the and help others standards these uphold please take ownership of your community by properly caring for, for, caring properly community by your of ownership take please to voice Use your property. University and respecting maintaining, meaningful relationships, navigating moments of conflict, or conflict, of moments navigating relationships, meaningful reasonable noise, and other unreasonable distractions that inhibit that distractions unreasonable and other noise, reasonable to health or is a significant threat when there except hall, residence As a member of this community you are empowered to have ongoing ongoing have to empowered are this community you As a member of addressing violations of community standards. You are expected expected are You community standards. of violations addressing and values, learn about people’s experiences and identities, and and identities, experiences learn about people’s and values, safety or violation of University policy; University of or violation safety derstand, in order to foster open dialogue and a sense of belonging. belonging. and a sense of dialogue open foster to in order derstand, communication with your neighbors. This can include building This can include building neighbors. with your communication engage in meaningful dialogue. dialogue. in meaningful engage Your community is your home. You are encouraged to take pride in pride take to encouraged are You home. your community is Your The right to personal privacy; personal to The right through resolved policy of violations alleged any have to The right intimidation, or psychological physical from be free to The right The right to read, study, and live free from undue interference, un- un- undue interference, from free and live study, read, to The right - belong personal one’s will respect others that expect to The right includ- live, to in which environment clean a reasonably to The right in the provided the facilities and to room access one’s to The right Members of the residential community at Northwestern University University Northwestern community at the residential of Members Resident Rights Resident agree to uphold the following basic rights of all residents: of basic rights the following uphold to agree RESPONSIBILITIES TO THE THE TO RESPONSIBILITIES COMMUNITY • • • • • • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 52 | RESIDENCE HALL POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

The policies and procedures outlined below are included in the residence and board contract between student residents and Northwest- ern University. As such, all residents are responsible for complying with these policies and procedures in addition to the policies outlined in the Student Code of Conduct and all other University policies. Resi- dents are responsible for the activities that occur in their room, regardless of whether they are present or not. When policy violations occur in a room, the University may follow up with all residents of that room. The residents who are responsible for, or whose guests or visitors are responsible for the violation, will be held responsible.

In conjunction with Student Code of Conduct, all residents and their guests are expected to comply with all reasonable requests and instructions of all University officials and emergency personnel, including Residential Services staff, resident assistants, graduate housing

assistants, and community service officers. This includes the expec- Residence Hall & Housing Policies tation that residents and their guests comply with requests such as responding to correspondence and opening doors to residential rooms, suites, and public spaces when there is a need to enter to ensure the general safety and welfare of students or to follow up on suspected violations of University policies, providing valid identification, and disposing of prohibited items when requested.

For the most uptodate version of these provisions, see www.northwestern.edu/living/about-us/policies/index.html.

Access, Keys, and Key Cards

1. All keys and key cards (including Wildcards) are the property of Northwestern University. Residents and non-resident Residential College members are prohibited at all times from giving and/ or loaning their keys/access cards to anyone for any reason. Any duplication of University keys/access cards is strictly prohibited. Replacements for lost keys must be obtained from the neighborhood desk, and Wildcards must be replaced at the Wildcard office. If a room door key is lost, the door lock is automatically changed, for which the charge (including a new key) is $196. If a key card is lost, residents must report this to their desk to process a lock change, for which the charge (including a new key) is $196. If a key card is lost, there is a $25 replacement fee. If a key is broken, it will be replaced without charge, provided all of the pieces are returned to the neighborhood desk. Damaged Wildcards must be reported to the Wildcard office to avoid a $15 ($25 for Indala contactless smartcard) replacement fee.

| 53 | 2. Any student vacating a residence hall for any reason—including, but not limited to, withdrawal from the University, moving to a different residence hall, vacating the building for Winter Break, and vacating the hall at the end of the academic year in June— must check out with Residential Life staff within 48 hours of their room change or move-out date. Failure to return any keys or access cards assigned within this time limit will be cause for the assessment of damages as specified in the residence and board contract and an improper checkout charge.

3. Residents are prohibited from: entering vacated rooms, entering buildings during times when they are closed, entering other restricted areas, or entering and exiting through windows for any purpose except in case of an emergency.

Alcohol

1. Students under the age of 21 may not be present in any undergraduate residence hall location in which an alcohol policy violation is occurring. Students under the age of 21 are expected to leave the location in which the alcohol policy violation is occurring, or notify appropriate staff members to stop the violation.

2. Students who live in substance free living units are not permitted to consume alcohol in their residence, regardless of age.

3. Residents (other than those living in substance free units) who are 21 years of age or older may consume alcohol in the privacy of their rooms/apartments so long as the only individuals under 21 are the student’s roommates (or in the case of students in graduate residence halls, family members), the event does not

Northwestern Student Handboook become public, does not create a disturbance, and the number of individuals present does not exceed double the occupancy of the sleeping quarters (e.g., four people in a double room).

4. “Progressive parties” involving multiple rooms or multiple floors where alcohol is present are prohibited.

5. Residents and their guests may not possess or use alcohol, regardless of age, in any common area of a residential facility including all residence halls and graduate housing facilities(except as specifically authorized by Residential Services).

6. Graduate Students, residing in graduate housing facilities, who are over the age of 21, may consume alcohol in community lounge spaces, not including children’s play areas, so long as no disturbance is created, common source containers (i.e. – kegs) are not present, and all individuals consume responsibly. | 54 | 7. No alcohol is permitted in any undergraduate residence hall at any time during Wildcat Welcome, regardless of age. Facility Use

1. Rooms must be maintained in good sanitary condition and free of any noxious odors. A noxious odor is any aroma of such intensity that it becomes apparent to others. Any odor may become noxious or offensive when it is too strong. Some examples are perfume, air freshener or large amounts of dirty laundry. When the source of a noxious odor can be traced to a particular room, the occupants of that room may be subject to disciplinary action.

2. Rooms must be returned in the same condition as when possession was taken, ordinary wear and tear excepted. Damage to students’ rooms, including costs for replacing missing furnishings, will be charged to the last known student occupants of that room. Assessments for damages are made as needed, but at least annually, by the University.

3. Students must vacate rooms at the end of the fall and spring quarters as outlined in the housing agreement, and within 48 hours when a room change is approved. Residence Hall & Housing Policies

4. The removal or opening of window screens, or of stops designed to limit the opening of the window, by residents, either permanently or for a short period of time, is prohibited.

5. All University furnishings and fixtures must remain in the room they are assigned to at all times. Furniture in lounges and common areas must not be removed from the room they are located in.

6. Playing musical instruments in any resident’s room is prohibited, when the playing disturbs the community.

7. Engaging in physical activities of any kind in the residential facilities is prohibited. Examples include skateboarding, tossing a football or basketball, use of hover boards, and riding bicycles.

8. Residence halls are restricted areas and may not be used for sale and solicitation of goods and services, for the collection of information, or to gain support for organizations or causes without permission from Residential Services. Residents must occupy their assigned spaces solely as personal residences. Students may not operate a business or other commercial enterprise, including those conducted online or via the Internet, from their residence hall room or building. Students may not use room/apartment addresses, phone numbers, data jacks, or wireless internet access for nonresidential purposes. Any exception to this policy requires written approval from the executive director of residential services or designee.

9. Subletting or rental of rooms to another individual outside of the assigned resident is prohibited at all times (e.g., AirBnB). | 55 | Persons found to have sounded have to found Persons door solicitation be permitted within the residence halls. within the residence be permitted door solicitation to page 94. on page Publicity” “Campus see about posting, information building during a fire alarm or exit drill and gather in the space exit drill and gather alarm or during a fire building hall staff. but not limited to, cigarettes, ecigarettes, vaporizers, and hoo- vaporizers, ecigarettes, cigarettes, to, limited but not but including, halls, all residence of in all areas is prohibited kahs, know, that one or more persons are present therein. Aggravated Aggravated therein. present are persons one or more that know, Students may not reenter a building where an alarm has sounded where a building reenter not Students may Under Illinois law, a person commits aggravated arson when, by by when, arson commits aggravated a person Under Illinois law, University housing. housing. University Fire exit drills for residence halls are required by Illinois and by required halls are residence drills for exit Fire the leave hall must a residence occupants of All law. Evanston - devic and other extinguishers, sprinklers, automatic alarms, Fire Residents interested in posting information in residence halls in residence information in posting interested Residents No one is permitted to place materials on, at, or under resident room resident or under at, on, place materials to is permitted No one In conjunction with Student Code of Conduct, smoking, including, including, smoking, Conduct, with Student Code of In conjunction Residents may be held accountable for behavior they allow to to allow they behavior for accountable be held may Residents tance from the building and out of the way of the fire department. department. the fire of the way and out of the building tance from through an alarmed security door (except in case of emergency) or emergency) in case of an alarmed security door (except through tween known acquaintances. At no time and under no circumstances no circumstances and under no time At acquaintances. known tween without probation, must be sentenced upon conviction. be sentenced must without probation, will door until given permission to do so by emergency personnel or personnel emergency do so by permission to until given means of fire or explosive, he or she knowingly damages, partially partially damages, he or she knowingly explosive, or fire means of - door is prohibit with a fire or tampering disabling, open, propping not limited to, sleeping rooms, lounges, suite living rooms, dining rooms, living suite lounges, rooms, sleeping to, limited not and within washrooms, courtyards, stairwells, corridors, rooms, must contact the residence director responsible for the building in the building for responsible director the residence contact must arson is a Class X felony; imprisonment of not less than six years, than six years, less not imprisonment of felony; X is a Class arson a false alarm, misused security or fire doors, or tampered with or tampered doors, misused security or fire alarm, a false sprinkler pipes. Sounding a false alarm is a violation of city and of alarm is a violation Sounding a false pipes. sprinkler policy. and University law state from and including removal up to be applied may sanctions es are provided for the safety of residents in case of fire. Exiting fire. in case of residents of the safety for provided es are purpos- other or using them for with these devices Tampering ed. from or hanging items devices including covering es is prohibited, dis- is a safe that or hall staff personnel emergency designed by extinguishers, smoke or fire detection devices, devices, detection or fire smoke extinguishers, or totally, any building, and he or she knows, or reasonably should should or reasonably and he or she knows, building, any or totally, or automatic sprinklers may be fined, and other disciplinary and be fined, may sprinklers or automatic doors unless for official University business or communication be- or communication business University official for unless doors occur in their room, even if they are not present. not are if they even occur in their room, question for permission and public posting locations. For additional For locations. permission and public posting for question

3. 2. Fire Safety Fire 4. 1. 11. 10. 12.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 56 | 25 feet of any entrance, open window, ventilation intake, or similar feature of a University building.

5. Residents are responsible for minimizing the risk fire hazards by not placing any items on radiators or radiator covers. In addition, electrical outlets should not be overloaded with multiple plug adaptors or extension cords.

Guests

1. Only residents assigned by Northwestern University may reside in their assigned rooms; residents may not invite or permit any other person to reside in their assigned room or in any other area of the residence hall.

2. A resident may have overnight guests, limited to one guest per resident at any one time with approval of all roommates/suitemates. Overnight guest privileges are limited to a maximum of three consecutive nights and a total of seven nights per resident Residence Hall & Housing Policies per quarter. A guest is defined as any person who does not have a contract to live in a given space.

3. A resident may host nonovernight guests at any time with approval of all roommates/ suitemates. All guests who are not residents of the building must be escorted by a resident at all times and must be registered with the community service officer on duty.

4. Residents are accountable for the conduct of their guests and may be subject to disciplinary action for violations of University policy committed by their guests.

Information Technology

1. All telecommunication services in the residence halls—including, but not limited to, telephone and data services —are provided ex- clusively through Northwestern University Information Technology (NUIT). Residents agree to comply with the policies and procedures for NUIT Residence Hall Telephone and Data Services and agree to pay all charges incurred. Wireless internet is provided to all residents in their rooms and commons spaces in all residence halls. Residents must provide their own computers. Operation of file or web servers is prohibited.

2. NUIT will repair without charge all interior telecommunication wiring to ports in student rooms, except when damage to ports or wiring is caused by vandalism or tampering with the ports, lines, or equipment. In the case of such damage, NUIT will perform the repair and charge the cost of the repair to the person or persons responsible. | 57 | building unless it is as the guest of a current resident in resident a current of it is as the guest unless building time. any borhood spaces at Non-Residents are prohibited from removing any amenities any removing from prohibited are Non-Residents Non-Residents are only allowed to enter the neighborhood enter to allowed only are Non-Residents that community. community. that (e.g., video game consoles, pool tables, etc.) from the neigh- from etc.) tables, pool video game consoles, (e.g., prohibited from entering the residential areas of the of areas the residential entering from prohibited spaces within the residential neighborhood and are explicitly explicitly neighborhood and are spaces within the residential b. ing satellite dishes. Any such unauthorized wiring will be removed removed wiring will be unauthorized such Any dishes. ing satellite live in that community. Non-Residents are held responsible for for responsible held are Non-Residents community. in that live - or re No cameras is prohibited. network or a private University’s - includ systems, distribution wiring or additional installing from videos or materials outside of their own rooms. their own of outside videos or materials Residents are prohibited from using university email listservs for for listservs email using university from prohibited are Residents , residents may not show copyrighted copyrighted show not may residents 91, on page Policy Material Pursuant to the University’s Computer and Telecommunications Telecommunications and Computer University’s the to Pursuant - modifica to, additions Policy, and Services Facilities, Equipment, Non-Residents should be aware of the following: of be aware should Non-Residents In conjunction with the Public Showing of Copyrighted Videos and Videos Copyrighted of Showing with the Public In conjunction - or organi person another or impersonate oneself misrepresent to the promotion of personal business ventures and from carrying carrying and from business ventures personal of the promotion tions of, and unauthorized connections to existing wiring systems systems wiring existing to connections unauthorized and tions of, unapproved wireless access points to transmit data to or from the or from to data transmit access points to wireless unapproved a. resident’s room may be used for obtaining electrical power or for or for power electrical obtaining be used for may room resident’s - an open neighborhood space within a resi entering student Any at the owner’s expense. Only the jacks and outlets provided in a in a provided and outlets the jacks Only expense. the owner’s at are prohibited and will be removed at the student’s expense; such such expense; the student’s at and will be removed prohibited are all residential policies while present in the spaces. Specifically, Specifically, in the spaces. present while policies all residential systems include electrical, telephone, data, and television/radio and television/radio data, telephone, electrical, include systems prohibited are Residents systems. and distribution signal wiring zation on a university sponsored listserv. sponsored on a university zation out jokes or pranks on other residents. In addition, it is prohibited it is prohibited In addition, residents. on other or pranks out jokes connecting telephone and data transmission equipment. Use of Use of equipment. transmission and data telephone connecting hall. the residence of area in any be installed may devices cording dential neighborhood is considered a non-resident if they do not do not if they a non-resident dential neighborhood is considered 5. 3. Non-Residents 4. 1.

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1. Only approved residents may remain in the undergraduate residence halls during break periods. Residents not approved must check out of their residence hall within 24 hours of their last scheduled final exam in the fall quarter. In addition, all residents must check out and remove all personal belongings from the residence halls within 24 hours of their last scheduled final exam in June. Personal items may not be stored in residence halls during the summer. Northwestern University will not be responsible for any loss due to fire, theft, or other casualty.

2. If any resident unreasonably refuses to accept a roommate or hinders the University in the assignment of or occupancy by a roommate, the University may, at its discretion, require that resident to be responsible for the total rent for the room.

3. Residents or guests may not occupy or sleep in common areas of the residence hall. Residence Hall & Housing Policies 4. Residents may not occupy and/or use any other sleeping room aside from their University assigned bed space without University permission.

5. In buildings with community restrooms, restrooms on each residence hall floor are to be used only as designated by males or individuals who have a gender identity or expression as male, or by females or individuals who have a gender identity or expression as female.

6. Residents may not host an event, in a residence hall room or common area, that becomes public or when the number of individuals exceeds double the occupancy of the sleeping quarters

Prohibited Items

1. The Evanston housing code forbids the use or storage in sleeping rooms of any appliances for cooking, preparation, or heating of food or beverages, including, but not limited to, a. microwaves,

b. hot plates, c. crock pots, d. coffee pots, e. blenders,

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g. water heaters

h. candle warmers

i. appliances or items with warming elements

Students are also expected to abide by the expectations outlined in your housing contract related to prohibited items and to all local ordinances.

2. The following items are also prohibited or restricted:

a. Refrigerators (other than those provided by the University) with interiors larger than three cubic feet are prohibited.

b. Room decorations such as:

1. Hanging blankets, tapestries, rugs or fishnets

2. Any decoration that covers more than 50 percent of the wall or window space

3. Combustible decorations on or near heat sources such as radiators or light bulbs

4. Dart Boards

c. Any method of affixing decorations that puts holes in or marks walls, woodwork, doors, or furnishings is prohibited.

d. No decorations, flags, banners, or other items may be hung on the exterior or draped from a window or doorway of any residence hall.

e. Signs or posters in windows or on doors must have the approval of all roommates and are subject to the approval of the University.

f. Lighted candles, live holiday trees, holiday or decorative lights, lit incense, and open flames are prohibited. Students who have religious needs to burn candles are encouraged to speak to their Resident Director for accommodations. Candles with unburnt or cut off wicks are permitted.

g. The possession or use of firearms or other weapons of any description and for any purpose is prohibited. Air soft guns, pellet guns, and other plastic guns/weapons whether real or fake are prohibited. Knives that are used for cooking purposes and pocket knives with blades less than four-inches are allowed, while all others including, hunting, combat, and switchblade are prohibited.

| 60 | h. Fireworks, explosives, and incendiary materials are prohibited. Flammable items, such as lighter fluid, charcoal, gasoline, and propane, cannot be stored in residence halls.

i. Bicycles may not be stored in any area of a residence hall other than in areas specifically designated for such use. Motorized bicycles (scooters, mopeds, etc.) parked in stairwells or on ramps, attached to handrails, or otherwise impeding egress from a building will be removed at the bicycle owner’s expense. Bicycles inappropriately parked in the common areas surrounding residence halls may also be removed.

j. No motorcycle or other motor vehicle, including hoverboards, is permitted to be brought into any area of any residence hall for storage or for any purpose whatsoever.

k. The installation of air conditioners by residents is prohibited.

l. The building, installation, or use of “lofts,” or any structures used

to increase the height of the bed, including, but not limited to, Residence Hall & Housing Policies cinder block, wooden platforms, and bed risers, is prohibited. Many sleeping rooms are equipped with furniture that has built-in bunking and lofting systems. Students must place a maintenance request to have their room furniture readjusted.

m. The use or possession of water beds is prohibited.

n. No pets or animals of any kind (except for documented and approved service and assistance animals) are permitted in the residence halls at any time for any reason. Students planning to bring their service or assistance animal to reside in a residence hall should submit an accommodation request online through the Residential Services website: www.northwestern.edu/living/ housing-assignments/special-accommodations/.

Quiet Hours and Noise

Unreasonable noise is never acceptable in any residential facility. All residents are expected to be courteous with regard to noise at all times and to respond appropriately to requests for quiet. Quiet hours and courtesy hours are established and enforced according to the following procedures. a. Quiet hours. Quiet hours identify times when quiet is essential and required. Generally, during quiet hours, any noise that prevents a resident (who is in their room with the door closed) from sleeping or studying is unreasonable.

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work together. work hour quiet hours. Quiet hours begin at 5:00 p.m. on the Friday on the Friday 5:00 p.m. begin at hours Quiet hours. hour quiet Residents are expected to to expected are Residents hours. courtesy quiet and Enforcing A housing freeze, a time when no students are are a time when no students A housing freeze, Housing freeze. Transfer Transfer and upperclassmen. students transfer for changes Room First-Year Students are not not Students are First-Year Students. First-Year for changes Room lower the volume of noise of their activity if it is disturbing to their to if it is disturbing their activity noise of of the volume lower before finals week, and end at 5:00 p.m. on the Friday at the end at the Friday on the p.m. at 5:00 and end week, finals before Services opens at 8:30 a.m.Services opens at forms can be made in the housing portal can be made www.northwestern. at forms During courtesy hours, residents may ask another resident to to resident ask another may residents hours, During courtesy During finals weeks, all residents are expected to comply with to comply expected are residents all weeks, finals During talk directly with persons causing noise and respectfully ask noise and respectfully causing with persons talk directly - honor a reason does not If a resident noise. the reduce them to the beginning of each quarter. The freeze typically lasts three to to three lasts typically The freeze quarter. each the beginning of the students should submit their room change paper change submit their room should the students waiting lists for up to three buildings and can specify what type of room type of and can specify what buildings three up to for lists waiting five weeks and permits staff to ensure that all residents have residents have all that to ensure staff and permits weeks five (i.e., a single or a double) they seek. If a specified roommate is desired, is desired, roommate If a specified seek. they or a double) a single (i.e., responsible for ensuring that their guests abide by quiet hour quiet abide by their guests ensuring that for responsible policies. changes. to themselves Students can add room for lists Waiting 24 hours. courtesy considered times are other All hours. Courtesy received, according to their time stamps. Room change request request change Room their time stamps. to according received, permitted to move from their assigned spaces, is in effect at at is in effect their assigned spaces, from move to permitted hall The residence vacant spaces. any account for and to returned first-year that date first The University. the by authorized or rected able request to reduce the noise, a resident/graduate housing a resident/graduate the noise, reduce to request able are Residents assistance. for be contacted should assistant sleep or studying. or studying. sleep so. Residential Services opens at 8:30 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m. at and closes 8:30 a.m. Services opens at Residential so. - re change a room make may students and upperclass students staff is notified when the freeze has been lifted. has been the freeze when is notified staff of classes day is the first change a room request may students of finals week. week. finals of edu/living/. Students wishing to submit a form in person may do may in person submit a form Students wishing to edu/living/. eligible to change rooms until winter quarter unless otherwise di- otherwise unless quarter until winter rooms change to eligible quest starting on the first day of fall quarter classes. Residential classes. fall quarter of day starting on the first quest of winter quarter. Forms are processed in the order that they are are they that the order in processed are Forms quarter. winter of

b. 3. 2. c. Room Change Information Change Room 4. RESIDENCE HALL PROCEDURES PROCEDURES HALL RESIDENCE 1. AND LOGISTICS AND

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A resident should submit a waiting list request form even when seeking to change rooms within the same building or when planning a mutual room swap with another student.

In general, to be competitive for space in a residential college, the student must either already live in that facility or be a non-resident member of that residential college and have a room change form. Spaces in residential colleges will be filled first by non-resident members of the college in the order they sign up for the waiting list and then, if space is still available, can be offered to anyone interested in living in the building.

A student who is added to a waiting list remains on that waiting list for fall, winter, and spring quarters. As always, room changes are predicated on availability, and there are no guarantees that requests will be accommodated, regardless of the number of spaces that may open up in a building.

Residence Hall & Housing Policies If a student’s request is accommodated, the student will be asked by email to pick up room change paperwork from Residential Services. Typically, completing and returning the paperwork takes a few days, after which the move is approved and a schedule for tenancy in the new room and vacancy of the old assignment is worked out. Residential Services will notify the residence hall mail services that a student has changed rooms so that the necessary arrangements can be made to have mail forwarded to a new campus address. The online student directory updates automatically with a new address and phone number about seven days after the room change paperwork is completed and submitted.

Northwestern University Authority

1. To comply with City of Evanston housing codes and to ensure the general safety and welfare in the residence halls, the University reserves the right to enter and inspect rooms for health or safety reasons, for fire safety, during an emergency, to protect life or property from imminent danger, to look into a potential violation of policy, or to provide repair or maintenance services. Absent an emergency or imminent threat to health or safety or reasonable belief of a policy violation, no search of the contents will be made without either approval of a resident of the room or a search warrant, except as otherwise permitted by law. Closets that are part of the room may be opened and inspected. Any hazardous conditions or violations noted during any safety inspection must be corrected upon notification of the residents.

2. The University shall not be responsible for disruption or nonper- | 63 | or snowstorm, or other acts of God, act of terrorism, or terrorism, of act God, of acts or other or snowstorm, Such consolidation may be undertaken to promote individual or promote to be undertaken may consolidation Such formance as a result of a major campus disruption, strike, fire, fire, strike, disruption, campus a major of result as a formance the University may at any time, and at its sole discretion, close all close discretion, its sole and at time, any at may the University within 24 hours of such closing and shall be relieved of all subse- of and shall be relieved closing such of within 24 hours written notice for the purposes of consolidation of residents. residents. of consolidation the purposes of for notice written flood, wind flood, prematurely closed, the affected residents shall vacate that hall that shall vacate residents the affected closed, prematurely - resi any will be made to No adjustment units. near residential At the University’s sole discretion, construction may take place take may construction discretion, sole the University’s At as deemed necessary by the Vice President for Student Affairs. Student for President Vice the by as deemed necessary quent room obligations for that building after the closing date. the closing after building that for obligations quent room reasons such or for costs, reduce to safety, community health or construction. on that time based solely any at dence charges or part of any residence hall. If all or a part of any residence hall is residence a part If all or any of hall. residence or part any of other events beyond the University’s control. In the event of such such of event In the control. University’s the beyond events other the or for sentence in the preceding as described occurrences purposes, or other construction for the University of convenience The University reserves the right to relocate residents with prior residents relocate to the right reserves The University 3. 4.

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date permanent and local address and telephone information as information and telephone address permanent and local date icies of Northwestern University, including the Student Code of Con- Code of including the Student University, Northwestern icies of under the age of 21. Violation of this policy is grounds for discipline for is grounds this policy of Violation 21. of under the age disciplinary policies. under Northwestern’s undergraduate students must at all times be in compliance with all all times be in compliance at must students undergraduate applicable local ordinances and laws of the State of Illinois and pol of the State of and laws ordinances local applicable duct and the prohibited use or possession of alcohol by individuals by alcohol use or possession of and the prohibited duct The possession, use and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages by beverages alcoholic of consumption use and/or The possession, -to- individual’s health and wellbeing, we assist students, staff, and faculty and faculty staff, students, assist we health and wellbeing, individual’s while with consuming alcohol associated the risks in understanding of consider the impacts to students and implores in the community, Community Alcohol Coalition’s Philosophy Statement: A caring, safe, safe, A caring, Statement: Philosophy Coalition’s Community Alcohol It is the responsibility of the student to keep the University informed of of informed University the keep to the student of It is the responsibility www.registrar.northwestern.edu. to alcohol that can be found in the Student Handbook. The University The University Handbook. in the Student can be found that alcohol to mitigate to and supports strategies approach a harm reduction takes and Northwestern, students, for alcohol of consequences the negative in the same way. their actions through the Office of Student Conduct and the University Hearing and and the University Conduct of Student the Office through the Northwestern community, the following policies also govern or also govern policies the following community, the Northwestern well as emergency contact information. All changes should be reported be reported should changes All information. contact as emergency well up responsibility for promoting healthy behavior. In supporting each In supporting each behavior. healthy promoting for responsibility not a comprehensive list. Violations of these policies may be resolved be resolved may these policies of Violations list. a comprehensive not promptly through CAESAR under Personal Profile. Changes to parent to parent Changes Profile. under Personal CAESAR through promptly Appeals System or other designated resolution procedure. resolution designated or other System Appeals and abuse of alcohol.and abuse of graduate events where alcohol is present: alcohol where events graduate seeking to minimize the harm to self and others caused by the misuse by caused and others self the harm to minimize seeking to and well-informed community fosters an environment in which we can we in which an environment community fosters and well-informed community shares the Northwestern end, that To and learn. all live addresses must be reported to the Office of the Registrar. Instructions Instructions Registrar. of the the Office to be reported must addresses cover different aspects of student life here at Northwestern; this is Northwestern; at here life student of aspects different cover can be found on the Office of the Registrar website: website: Registrar of the on the Office can be found PROCEDURES Students This policy reflects one aspect of broader coverage of issues related related of issues coverage of broader one aspect reflects This policy under on-campus or off-campus shall govern provisions The following To aid students in awareness of their responsibilities as members of of members as their responsibilities of awareness in aid students To OTHER UNIVERSITY POLICIES AND AND POLICIES UNIVERSITY OTHER 1. Alcohol at Events for Undergraduate Undergraduate for at Events Alcohol Addresses and Telephone Numbers Telephone and Addresses

Northwestern Student Handboook | 68 | 2. Alcohol may not be purchased using University funds (including student group funds held by SOFO, the Student Organization Finance Office) for undergraduate student events. In no case shall University funds be used for the purchase of alcohol with any intent to be served to those under the age of 21.

3. All undergraduate student events where alcohol will be available for purchase by attendees who are over 21 years of age (e.g., an event hosted at a restaurant) must be approved by the Vice Presi- dent of Student Affairs. Failure to secure such approval will result in a denial of all payment and contractual requests submitted for any such event and may result in the denial of future event requests by such student organizations or organizers.

4. Exceptions to this policy may be granted for religious observance in accordance with Illinois state law. Event planners must submit the documented need for an exception, write a harm- reduction and risk management plan, be in compliance with this policy statement, and seek approval by the Assistant Vice President for Student Engagement.

5. The decision of whether to approve an undergraduate event where alcohol is available for purchase by attendees who are over 21 years of age will be based on the following factors outlined in a Risk Management plan, with harm reduction and health, safety and wellness as the guiding principles:

a. Size: What is the expected attendance at the event? What is the expected number of attendees who are over 21 years of age? What is the capacity of the venue?

b. Staffing: Will University or venue staff be overseeing the event? How many sober student monitors will be responsible for event oversight? These individuals may not consume alcohol prior to or during the event.

c. Duration: How long is the event? What is the beginning and ending time of the event? What are the alcohol service times within the event hours?

d. Food/water: What food, water and/or non-alcoholic beverages will be available for the event (snack machines are not acceptable)?

e. Focus: What is the focus of the event? Events and publicity must be centered on food and/or activities and be related to the University’s mission.

| 69 | - In the case of full-venue rental, no hard liquor may be served be served liquor may no hard rental, full-venue In the case of to attendees at the event; at attendees to Alcohol may only be consumed by students who are 21 or who are students be consumed by only may Alcohol the venue be in place either by shall process A screening and/or organizers to identify and turn away any students students any identify and turn away to organizers and/or intoxicated; already who are the event at arriving older; Has the event occurred before or is there a or is there before occurred Has the event Partnerships: Is this a guest-restricted, ticketed, private, or private, ticketed, type: Is this a guest-restricted, Event an emer in the case of Who will be contacted Notification: Where is the event taking place? What is the What place? taking the event is Where Location/travel: bring-your-own-beverage (BYOB) check-in and distribution and distribution check-in (BYOB) bring-your-own-beverage for the purchase, sale, and distribution of alcohol? If the alcohol? of and distribution sale, the purchase, for Does the event conflict with other University events? University other with conflict Does the event HPAW, Risk Management, Campus Life) to ensure the guiding the guiding ensure to Campus Life) Risk Management, HPAW, Northwestern- approved caterer or vendor or compliant with or compliant or vendor caterer approved Northwestern- How will the venue contractually assume all responsibility assume all responsibility contractually venue will the How the plan in case of emergency? the plan in case of whereby alcohol increases the risk of injury to students? injury to the risk of increases alcohol whereby western’s insurance and indemnification requirements? requirements? and indemnification insurance western’s what specific measures will be taken to ensure alcohol is alcohol to ensure will be taken specific measures what When does the event take place? place? take When does the event and Calendaring: Timing portion of a venue? Does the event include any activities activities include any Does the event portionvenue? a of - the organiz Have with the venue? relationship pre-existing principles of health, safety, and wellness are achieved? are and wellness safety, health, of principles procedures. and monitor consumption? How will the venue meet North meet - will the venue How consumption? and monitor attendees required to be 21 years of age or older? If not, not, If older? or age of 21 years be to required attendees gency at the event? at gency separate area for over 21, etc.)? What percentage or number or number percentage What etc.)? 21, over for area separate ers worked with appropriate University offices (e.g., NUPD, NUPD, (e.g., offices University with appropriate worked ers event is on campus, alcohol service must be contracted to a to be contracted service must alcohol is on campus, event expected transportation used to and from the event? What is What event? the from and used to transportation expected open event? Is the event occupying an entire venue, or a venue, an entire occupying Is the event open event? only available to those of legal drinking age (wrist bands, bands, (wrist drinking age legal those of to available only be under 21? to expected are attendees of How will the venue enforce the minimum drinking age age the minimum drinking enforce the venue will How Venue: Who is the intended audience for the event? Are Are event? the for audience is the intended Who Audience: l. i. k. h. f. j. g. b. a. c. the following requirements, in addition to all applicable University University all applicable to in addition requirements, the following policies set forth in the Student Handbook: forth policies set All approved undergraduate events with alcohol must comply with comply must with alcohol events undergraduate approved All 6.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 70 | | 70 d. Alcohol must be sold on a per drink basis at no less than the published price open to all establishment patrons (i.e., no open bars; no free drink tickets; no pitchers or common containers; no drink specials may be part of the event); e. Water must be available free of charge for the duration of the event; f. Food must be available throughout the duration of the event. Snack machines are not acceptable; g. Alcohol must be purchased and served by a licensed and insured pourer who has signed the Northwestern University Undergraduate Events With Alcohol Rider; h. Alcohol that gets purchased and is unopened must be returned to the licensed and insured pourer, or returned to the place of purchase. It cannot be given away, even to those over 21 years of age. If opened, the contents must be disposed of on site. i. The venue and event organizer must ensure controls are in place to prevent the ‘passing’ of alcoholic drinks to underage attendees; j. Generally, alcohol can be served for no longer than 5 hours at events, and alcohol service should conclude at least 1 hour before the end of the event; Other University Policies k. “Drinking games” are prohibited; l. Advertising of events must emphasize the purpose and scope of the event and not be related to alcohol; m. Events occurring off-campus and outside of Evanston shall have contracted transportation for all attendees to and from the event; n. Organizers and organizations are prohibited from receiving payment for alcohol; all alcohol will be sold by third party vendors; o. The number of people in the event at any given time cannot exceed the fire capacity for the venue; p. Individuals responsible for overseeing an event, at a 1:25 ratio of sober monitors to participants, are prohibited from consuming alcoholic beverages prior to or during the event.

| 71 | incidents involving student safety or misconduct shall be shall or misconduct safety student incidents involving first and second to the Dean on Call, and non-emergency non-emergency and on Call, to the Dean and second first reported to the Dean on Call. the Dean on to reported Any emergencies shall be immediately reported to 911 911 to reported shall be immediately emergencies Any q. is prohibited inside Ryan Field, Welsh-Ryan Arena, Lanny and Sharon and Sharon Lanny Arena, Welsh-Ryan Field, inside Ryan is prohibited letic event, as is the use of tobacco, electronic smoking devices, and smoking devices, electronic tobacco, as is the use of event, letic kind; wearing inappropriate, inflammatory, or offensive clothing that that clothing offensive or inflammatory, inappropriate, wearing kind; from an athletic event and may be subject to corrective actions as as actions corrective to be subject and may event an athletic from violates Northwestern discrimination or harassment policies; using using policies; or harassment discrimination Northwestern violates Martin Stadium, Rocky and Berenice Miller Park or other Northwestern Northwestern or other Park Miller and Berenice Rocky Martin Stadium, prior approval. may include, without limitation, throwing or projecting objects of any any of objects or projecting throwing without limitation, include, may representatives of the University for the actions and behaviors of its of behaviors and the actions for the University of representatives and guests. members Any student who violates this Section may be immediately ejected ejected be immediately may this Section who violates student Any At and during a scheduled Northwestern athletic events, students students events, athletic Northwestern a scheduled and during At An individual, group, or organization may be held responsible as responsible be held may or organization group, An individual, any athletic facility before, during, or after an athletic event without event an athletic or after during, before, facility athletic any signs, placards, etc.); or entering the floor, field, or playing surface of surface or playing field, the floor, or entering etc.); placards, signs, are prohibited from engaging in any conduct which may be illegal, be illegal, may which conduct in any engaging from prohibited are - ath University is a scheduled there or not whether facilities athletic disruptive or abusive language or gestures; distracting other patrons patrons other distracting or gestures; language or abusive disruptive the use of by event athletic any of with the progress or interfering banners, (e.g., miscellaneous items radios, horns, stadium cameras, of Student Conduct. the Office by determined disruptive or otherwise violates Northwestern policies. Such activities activities Such policies. Northwestern violates or otherwise disruptive other nicotine delivery systems. systems. delivery nicotine other The possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by students students by beverages alcoholic of The possession or consumption Athletic Facilities Policies of Conduct of Policies Facilities Athletic

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Northwestern University’s Behavioral Consultation Team (BCT) works to enhance campus safety and violence prevention by conducting fact- based threat assessments. The safety of individuals and the North- western community is the primary focus of the team and a shared goal of all members of the community. Community responsibility and engagement in the reporting process enhances campus safety and the ability to effectively respond to potentially dangerous situations.

The BCT is a multidisciplinary group that engages in early identification, conducts risk assessments, and provides interventions and supportive services with members of the University community who display ab- errant, dangerous or threatening behaviors that might may adversely affect the safety or well-being of the campus community.

The BCT consists of a multidisciplinary team comprising representatives from departments across the University, including Northwestern Police, Dean of Students Office, Office of Human Resources, Counsel- ing and Psychological Services (CAPS), Office of Equity, Office of the Provost, and Office of General Counsel. Team members meet regularly or upon demand if the situation warrants it.

Members of the Northwestern community, including faculty, staff, and students, are expected to report concerning and threatening behavior immediately. Individuals who report these behaviors will not be subjected to any acts of retaliation for reporting concerns in good faith. The University will use available resources such as University Police, the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, Human Resources, the Di- vision of Student Affairs/Dean of Students Office, and applicable programs and policies in responding to alleged acts/ threats of violence.

Serving as a central point of contact for receiving community concerns regarding threatening or concerning behavior. For further information, contact the Director of Threat Assessment at 847-467-5375 or visit the website www.northwestern.edu/up/your-safety/behavioral- consultation-team.html. Community members who prefer to report anonymously may do so by utilizing the Wildcats Aware: Concerning Behavior Reporting Form.

| 73 | - in order to remove the bicycle. Bicycles are stored for 30 days. If not If not 30 days. for stored are Bicycles bicycle. the remove to in order ings, walkways, ramps, and benches are subject to removal at the at removal to subject are and benches ramps, walkways, ings, basis. Contact your Resident Assistant or Resident Director to apply apply to Director or Resident Assistant Resident your Contact basis. bike safety, rules of the road, and bicycle trails at at trails bicycle and the road, of rules safety, bike Sidewalks are for pedestrians only in Evanston, and bikes must be must and bikes in Evanston, only pedestrians for are Sidewalks Residential Services offers a winter storage program on a limited on a limited program storage a winter offers Services Residential Bicycles parked in unauthorized places such as stairwells, rail as stairwells, places such unauthorized in parked Bicycles to participate in the program. in the program. participate to Bicycles may be parked in bicycle racks and other designated designated and other racks in bicycle be parked may Bicycles White headlights and red rear reflectors are required after dark in after required are reflectors rear and red headlights White Evanston. with University be registered campus must on parked Bicycles www.northwestern.edu/up/ be done at can Registration Police. www.bikeevanston.org. walked if on a sidewalk. walked . special/bike-registration-locks.html not reimburse bicycle owners for locks that are required to be cut to required are that locks for owners bicycle reimburse not at the time of pick-up, payable by cash or check. The University will The University cash or check. by payable pick-up, the time of at storage areas. areas. storage claimed after 30 days the bicycles are donated to a charitable entity. entity. a charitable to donated are the bicycles 30 days claimed after owner’s expense. Students who have had their bicycle removed may may removed had their bicycle who have Students expense. owner’s due is a $25.00 fee There pick-up. arrange 847-491-5201 to contact campus. There are more than 2.5 miles of bicycle paths on the Evanston on the Evanston paths bicycle of than 2.5 miles more are There including information of a plethora provides Evanston The City of University community can register their bicycle, receive a free helmet helmet a free receive bicycle, their can register community University be completed can The process Department. Police University Bicycle safety is of great importance at Northwestern. Members of the the of Members importance Northwestern. at great is of safety Bicycle or in www.northwestern.edu/up/special/bike-registration-locks.html Bicycle Parking and Storage and Parking Bicycle Biking in Evanston Biking person at either the Evanston or Chicago University Police offices. offices. Police University or Chicago Evanston either the at person Bicycles and light, and purchase a lock at a discounted rate through the through rate a discounted at a lock and purchase and light, • • • • • • • •

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l protection orders are encouraged to provide provide to encouraged are orders l protection doctoral fellows and research and academic staff. and academic and research fellows doctoral ic community. is harmful and expression of intent to cause physical harm. Such Such harm. physical cause to intent of and expression is harmful imminent danger poses on campus that in or witnesses behavior Each community member is expected to treat treat to community member is expected Each behavior. Expected A member of the community who is involved the community who is involved act. A member of to Responsibility As members of the Northwestern community, its faculty, its faculty, community, the Northwestern of As members Policy. Demeaning, intimidating, threatening, or threatening, intimidating, Demeaning, behavior. Unacceptable behavior is unacceptable in the Northwestern community. in the Northwestern is unacceptable behavior University environment depart from the standard for civility and for the standard depart from environment University for those carried by sworn police officers. sworn by those carried for violent behaviors that affect the ability to learn, work, or live in the or live work, learn, ability to the affect that behaviors violent that disagreement and informed debate are valued in an academ- are debate and informed disagreement that - advice on the appro or for imminent danger involve do not that of or the Office the Department Resources, Human of the Provost, Affairs. Student for Vice President the Weapons of any kind are prohibited on campus except on campus except prohibited kind are any of Weapons Weapons. priate course of action, a member of the community is to notify notify the community is to a member of action, of course priate or persona restraining respect. These behaviors have no place in the academic community. have These behaviors respect. respect and consideration. respect Community members who have obtained who have Community members protection. of Orders Alternatively, the observer may report the incident to the Office of the Office report the incident to may the observer Alternatively, a supervisor, department head, or student affairs staff member. member. staff affairs or student department head, a supervisor, a copy of the order to University Police for enforcement on campus. enforcement for Police University to the order of a copy should immediately contact the University Police. In situations situations In Police. the University contact immediately should staff, and students are expected to deal with each other with other deal with each to expected are and students staff, other community members with civility and respect, recognizing recognizing with civility and respect, members community other damage to property or causes fear for one’s safety or the safety of of or the safety safety one’s for fear or causes property to damage that contact include physical behavior violent of Examples others. Violence is behavior that causes harm to a person or a person harm to causes that is behavior Violence Violence. 5. 6. in the University can be found in the Northwestern University Policy on Policy University in the Northwestern can be found in the University at section Television Delivered and IP Satellite, Cable, 3. Policies that apply to all students using cable television services with- services television cable using all students to apply that Policies - and stu staff, these policies include faculty, by Individuals covered www.it.northwestern.edu/policies/catv.html. 2. Unacceptability of Violence on Campus on Violence of Unacceptability 4. dents, including post dents, 7. Civility, Mutual Respect, and and Respect, Mutual Civility, Cable, Satellite, and IP Delivered Television IP Delivered and Satellite, Cable, 1.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 76 | | 76 8. Visitors. Visitors, vendors, and the families of members of the community are expected to comply with the provisions of this policy. Noncompliant behavior leads to removal from the campus.

9. Resources. Guidance for identifying potential threatening or violent behavior and for the best ways to deal with incidents is available through the Department of Human Resources.

10. Violation. A community member who has violated this policy is subject to disciplinary action, which may include separation of the offending party from the University, consistent with estab- Other University Policies lished disciplinary procedures.

Computer and Telecommunications Equipment, Facilities, and Services

The University provides computing facilities for faculty, staff, and student use. These facilities and services extend to include (but are not limited to) Information Technology, the University Library, many departmental computers and servers, residence hall computers, and telephone instruments (voice and/or data transmission) in offices, residence halls, and other buildings. Misuse of these facilities, services, and equipment is a violation of University policies and may also be a violation of federal, state, and local laws. Such misuse includes unauthorized use of the facilities, services, equipment, account numbers, or files; damage to facilities and/or equipment; tampering with or destruction of programs, files, or accounts; and similar activities. Students who violate these or any other computing or telecommunications facilities policies shall be subject to University disciplinary procedures that may include fines, restitution of funds, probation, suspension, or exclusion from the University. | 77 | ness of ness of

Users are responsible for the use of their network ID (NetID) and ID (NetID) their network the use of for responsible are Users within NUIT. way to obtain a password for another user’s NetID or computer or computer NetID user’s another for a password obtain to way and services that require their use must be approved by the Office by be approved their use must require and services that all computer accounts that are assigned to them. Users may not not may Users them. assigned to are accounts that all computer try in any not may Users them. assigned to not was account that the property are password and its associated The NetID account. give anyone else access to their NetID or computer accounts. Us- accounts. or computer their NetID else access to anyone give ers must not use a NetID or a Northwestern University computer computer University or a Northwestern use a NetID not must ers of the Vice President for Information Technology or by a director a director or by Technology Information for Vice President the of of Northwestern University Information Technology. Applications Applications Technology. Information University Northwestern of in the security of any computer systems and networks at at and networks systems computer any in the security of including the Rights and Responsibilities policy at at policy and Responsibilities including the Rights laws can also result in referral to the appropriate legal authority. legal the appropriate to in referral can also result laws be notified about violations of copyright laws and Northwestern and Northwestern laws of copyright about violations be notified fundamental activities of instruction, research, and administration. and administration. research, instruction, of activities fundamental - safe to measures the necessary take to are the networks of Users Northwestern. Contact the Northwestern Information Technology Technology Information the Northwestern Contact Northwestern. It is the policy of Northwestern University to maintain access to local, local, access to maintain to University Northwestern of It is the policy Individuals covered by these policies include all persons accessing accessing policies include all persons these by covered Individuals . www.it.northwestern.edu/policies/responsibilities.html loopholes as about potential as well policies, Technology Information the violation, users could be referred through the University disci- the University through be referred could users the violation, Responsibilities of Users (from the the Northwestern Northwestern the the (from Users of Responsibilities Rights on Policy Technology Information plinary procedure process. Violations that also violate federal or state or state federal also violate that Violations process. plinary procedure network access will be suspended. Depending on the serious be suspended. access will network national, and international networks for the purpose of supporting its the purpose of for networks international and national, networks, or electronic communication. Northwestern Information Information Northwestern communication. or electronic networks, and Responsibilities) and sponsibilities. If users knowingly violate a network responsibility, their responsibility, a network violate knowingly If users sponsibilities. . at security@ northwestern.edu security officer guard the operating integrity of the systems and the accessibility of of and the accessibility the systems of integrity the operating guard es, applicable laws (including copyright), Northwestern Information Information Northwestern (including copyright), laws applicable es, computer or network resources through any University facility. University any through resources or network computer - these re up to live to expected are users Network access. network of other users. Users are also required to comply with software licens- software with comply to required also are Users users. other General Policy There are also responsibilities that must be met as part of the privilege as part the privilege be met of must that also responsibilities are There Technology policies, and other University policy regarding computers, computers, regarding policy University and other policies, Technology , www.it.northwestern.edu/policies at posted policies are Technology should security officer Technology Information The Northwestern Computers and Networks and Computers 1.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 78 | | 78 2. Users may not misrepresent themselves or their data on the network.

3. Users are responsible for the security of their passwords. This includes changing passwords on a regular basis and making sure no one else knows them.

4. Users must not use Northwestern’s network resources to gain or attempt to gain unauthorized access to remote computers.

5. Users must not deliberately perform an act that will seriously impair the operation of computers, terminals, peripherals, or networks. This includes, but is not limited to, tampering with components of a local area network (LAN) or the highspeed backbone network, otherwise blocking communication lines, or interfering with the operational readiness of a computer.

6. Users must not run or install on any of Northwestern’s computer systems, or give to another, a program that could result in even- tual damage to a file or computer system and/or the reproduction of itself. This is directed towards, but not limited to, the classes of programs known as computer viruses, Trojan horses, and worms.

7. Users must not attempt to circumvent data protection schemes or exploit security loop holes or interfere with standard technical measures that identify and protect the rights of copyright owners.

8. Users must abide by the terms of all software licensing agree-

ments and copyright laws. Users must not make copies of, or Other University Policies make available on the network, copyrighted material, including, without limitation, software programs, music files, video files, still and digital images, radio and television broadcasts, and written text works, unless permitted by a license, by the consent of the copyright owner, by a fair use limitation under copyright law, or under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) when made by a library or archive for preservation purposes or when incidental to computer maintenance and repair. Please see the more complete discussion of software copyright protections available on NUInfo and the discussion of copyright law available on Northwestern’s Office of General Counsel website.

9. Users must not deliberately perform acts that are wasteful of computing resources or that unfairly monopolize resources to the exclusion of other users. Any person operating a network- intensive application or a defective computer that overloads University networks will be notified, and steps will be taken to protect the overall University network. This may include discon- necting the offending computer system from the University network until the problem is resolved. If the condition is an imminent hazard to the University network, disrupts the activities of others, | 79 | -owned computer system system computer -owned Computing and networking resources are provided to support the to provided are resources Computing and networking information or software that infringes on the rights of another another of on the rights infringes that or software information include fines, restitution of funds, termination of computer or of computer termination funds, of restitution include fines, Continued violations of system and network policies will be and network system of Continued violations - copy (See also the discussion of policies. and University laws, laws, state laws, or University policies. or University laws, state laws, become educated and aware of all applicable federal laws, state state laws, federal all applicable of and aware become educated University place on any not may Users commu- data user’s another monitor to attempt not must Users University’s network is the sole responsibility of the person who the person of responsibility is the sole network University’s from the University. from to the policies listed here. the policies listed to the subnet to which it is attached may be disconnected without without be disconnected may it is attached which to the subnet website). That person will be liable for any violations of federal federal of violations any for will be liable person That website). user’s files or software, without permission of the owner. of the without permission or software, files user’s use by faculty, staff, and students for relevant academic, research, research, academic, relevant for and students staff, faculty, use by mission of the University. These resources may not be used for be used for not may These resources the University. mission of nications, nor may users read, copy, change, or delete another another or delete change, copy, read, users nor may nications, prior notice. person or gives unauthorized access to another computer ac- computer another access to unauthorized gives or person private use must be approved in advance in keeping with policies in advance in keeping be approved use must private network access, probation, suspension, separation, or exclusion or exclusion separation, suspension, probation, access, network referred to the appropriate office for discipline. Sanctions may may Sanctions for discipline. office the appropriate to referred right law available on Northwestern’s Office of General Counsel Counsel of General Office on Northwestern’s available law right - accept to the is subject exiting the University traffic network Any for provided are facilities computing and networking University All able use policies of the network through which it flows, as well as as it flows, which through the network of use policies able and Student Handbook. expressed in the Northwestern University Employee Handbook Employee University in the Northwestern expressed commercial purposes. commercial or violates applicable law, then the offending computer system or system computer offending then the law, applicable or violates count or system. or administrative pursuits. As with all other University facilities, facilities, University As with all other pursuits. or administrative created that information. It is that person’s responsibility to to responsibility person’s It is that information. that created The content of any information made available to others via the others to made available information any of The content

Contact the Northwestern Information Technologysecurity officer at officer Technologysecurity Information the Northwestern Contact Information Technologypolicies, as well as about potential loopholes in loopholes as about potential as well Technologypolicies, Information the security of any computer systems and networks at Northwestern. Northwestern. at and networks systems computer any the security of . security@ northwestern.edu notified about violations of copyright laws and these Northwestern and these Northwestern laws of copyright about violations notified The Northwestern Information Technology security officer should be should security officer Technology Information The Northwestern 14. 13. 12. 10. 11. 15. 16.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 80 | Wireless Policy Information Technology has developed a policy so as to provide the best possible quality of wireless network service, ensure wired and wireless network security and integrity, and minimize the interference between the campus wireless network and other products deployed throughout campus.

Installation, engineering, maintenance, and operation of wireless networks serving University faculty, staff, or students, on any property owned or tenanted by the University, are the sole responsibility of Northwestern Information Technology. Any independently installed wireless communications equipment shall be removed from service.

The use of the campus wireless LAN shall be subject to the University Policies and Guidelines on Computers, Systems, and Networks at www.it.northwestern.edu/policies/csn-use.html and the University’s Policy on Wireless Networks at www.it.northwestern.edu/policies/ wireless.html.

Use of Student Residence Computer Networks Student residence computer networks are shared, finite resources installed by the University to promote scholarship and learning for all students. Accidental or intentional disruption of a residence network will deprive others of access to important University resources. Com- puters attached to student residence networks must adhere to the Use of Student Residence Computer Networks Policy at www.it.northwestern.edu/policies/resnet.html. Other University Policies

System and Network Use System and network users are responsible for

• Using the system and network in ways that do not interfere with or disrupt their normal operation; • Respecting the rights of other users, including their rights as set forth in other University policies for students, faculty, and staff; these rights include but are not limited to privacy, freedom from harassment, and freedom of expression; • Knowing and obeying the specific policies established for the system and networks they access; and • Complying with applicable laws and terms of applicable license agreements. Under no circumstances may users give others access to any system or network that they do not administer.

| 81 | in line with requirements outlined in the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus of Disclosure Jeanne Clery outlined in the in line with requirements Systems. This policy may be reviewed at: www.policies.northwestern.edu/ at: be reviewed may policy This Systems. for all of the Northwestern University campuses. This document is created campuses. University the Northwestern all of for The report also outlines Act). (Clery Act and Crime Statistics Security Policy follow the procedures set forth in the Interim Policy on Unmanned Aircraft Policy in the Interim forth set the procedures follow University. University. Parking Services, Security Systems and Emergency Management for the for Management and Emergency Security Systems Services, Parking information contains specific (ASR) Annual Security Report Northwestern’s In order to promote safe, responsible, and respectful operations of un- of operations and respectful responsible, safe, promote to In order - prop University either (i) on or above UAS of operations All Northwestern. Individuals who disagree with a Northwestern Information Technology ad- Technology Information with a Northwestern Individuals who disagree the University policy relative to emergency notifications for our community. for our community. notifications emergency to relative policy the University to control or refuse access to anyone who violates these policies or these policies or violates who anyone access to or refuse control to reasonable will make and they users, other of the rights threatens Network Administration Network Vice President and encompasses University Police, Transportation and Transportation Police, and encompasses University Vice President . docs/interim-drones-policy-041417-final.pdf protect the rights of users, to set policies consistent with those rights, those rights, with policies consistent set to users, of the rights protect manned aircraft systems (UAS, commonly known as drones) and provide as drones) known commonly (UAS, systems manned aircraft - appropri the the decision to of submit an appeal decision may ministrative may appeal to the associate vice president for human resources. for vice president the associate to appeal may Drones (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) Aircraft (Unmanned Drones Administrators of systems and networks have the responsibility to to the responsibility have and networks systems of Administrators Affairs, faculty members may appeal to the Provost, and staff members and staff the Provost, to appeal may members faculty Affairs, and to publicize those policies to their users. They have authority authority have They their users. to those policies publicize and to ate office. Students may submit appeals to the Vice President for Student President Vice to the submit appeals may Students office. ate guidance to the Northwestern community on UAS operations, this policy operations, UAS community on the Northwestern to guidance efforts to notify users affected by decisions they have made. have decisions they by affected users notify to efforts establishes procedures and other conditions for the operation of UAS at UAS of the operation conditions for and other procedures establishes must Northwestern, of on behalf when conducted erty location, or (ii) in any on campus crime, safety and security policies and fire safety information safety and security policies and fire safety on campus crime, The Department of Safety & Security is part of the Office of the Executive & Security is partThe Department the Office Safety of of Crime and Safety Information Safety and Crime Appeal of an Administrative Action an Administrative of Appeal

Northwestern Student Handboook | 82 | Email Notification

Email is a valid mechanism for official communication with students at Northwestern University. The University has the right to send official communications to students by email. The University has the right to expect that students will receive email and will read email in a timely fashion.

At the University all students will be assigned an official University email address. All official University communications will be sent to this official University email address. This address will be maintained in the official University email directory for each student.

The University will provide a convenient mechanism so that a student may have email forwarded from the official University email address to another email address of the student’s choice. Students who choose to have email forwarded to another email address do so at their own risk. The University is not responsible for email forwarded to any other email address. A student’s failure to receive or read in a timely manner official University communications sent to the student’s official email address does not absolve the student from knowing and complying with the content of the official communication.

Faculty may assume that a student’s official University email is a valid mechanism for communicating with a student, and faculty may use email for communicating with students registered in their classes. This policy will ensure that all students will be able to comply with course

requirements communicated to them by email from their course instructors. Other University Policies

EthicsPoint

Northwestern has partnered with EthicsPoint (Navex Global) to provide a confidential resource for students and other members of the University community to anonymously report activities that may be in violation of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, or policies in Northwestern’s Standards for Business Conduct, or the Faculty Hand- book, Staff Handbook, or Student Handbook.

EthicsPoint is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. You may file a confidential, anonymous report via telephone 866-294-3545( ) or by accessing EthicsPoint online at: www.northwestern.edu/ethics/about/ about-us.html. Once submitted, EthicsPoint reports are routed to the University Response Team for review and referral to the appropriate Northwestern department for investigation. Reports are handled as promptly and discreetly as possible. Northwestern’s Policy on Non-Re- taliation strictly prohibits retaliation against any member of its community for reporting or inquiring in good faith about what the member believes to be wrongful or unlawful activity, or for participating in an investigation or proceeding related to such activity. | 83 |

Consent to release or to restrict disclosure of personally identifiable personally of disclosure restrict or to release Consent to except records, contained in their educational information File a complaint with the US Department of Education concerning a complaint with the US Department Education File of requirements. FERPA Request an amendment of their records to ensure the records are are the records ensure to their records an amendment of Request Inspect and review their educational records at Northwestern University; Northwestern at records their educational and review Inspect under certain limited circumstances when, by law, consent is not law, by when, under certain circumstances limited required; and required; not inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of privacy rights; privacy of or in violation misleading, inaccurate, not alleged failures by Northwestern University to comply with comply to University Northwestern by failures alleged Consistent with FERPA, the University reserves the right to inform inform to the right reserves the University with FERPA, Consistent University policies or local, state, or federal laws governing the use or governing laws or federal state, policies or local, University Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), all (FERPA), Act and Privacy Rights Educational Under the Family EthicsPoint is not a substitute for, nor does it supersede, any existing existing any supersede, nor does it for, substitute a is not EthicsPoint EthicsPoint is not a 911 or emergency service. Do not use EthicsPoint use EthicsPoint Do not service. or emergency a 911 is not EthicsPoint the right to release information to an appropriate third party in con- third an appropriate to information release to the right - education and to persons, or other the student of the health or safety enrolled. or is already enroll, to to report events presenting an immediate threat to life or property property or life to threat an immediate presenting events report to FERPA . FERPA student-information-privacy/privacy-policy-ferpa.html possession of drugs or alcohol. Additionally, the University reserves reserves the University Additionally, or alcohol. drugs possession of protect is necessary to information if such with an emergency, nection parents or legal guardians of students under the age of 21 who violate 21 who violate of under the age students of guardians or legal parents receive an immediate response. If you require emergency assistance, assistance, emergency require If you response. an immediate receive 911. call please reporting methods or protocols already in place at Northwestern for for Northwestern at in place already or protocols methods reporting the EthicsPoint Instead, or complaints. problems suspected reporting Financial Obligations Financial Family Educational Rights and Privacy Privacy and Rights Educational Family al agencies or institutions that request records when a student seeks seeks when a student records request that or institutions al agencies students have certain rights with regard to their educational records. A records. their educational to certain with regard rights have students to: the rights students grants - issues without dis report to individuals a means for provides system copy of Northwestern’s student records policy is available at the Office at is available policy records student Northwestern’s of copy www.registrar.northwestern.edu/records/ website, the Registrar’s of of tuition, fees, and room and board charges. charges. and board and room fees, tuition, of or other emergency. Reports submitted through this service may not not this service may through submitted Reports emergency. or other closing their identity. closing The Office of Student Accounts is responsible for billing and collection for billing and collection responsible Accounts is of Student The Office Act (FERPA) Act • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 84 | As a Northwestern student, you are responsible for fulfilling your financial obligations to the University. If your account becomes overdue, you must pay a late payment fee. In addition, you are liable for any costs associated with the collection of your unpaid bills, including, but not limited to, collection agency costs, court costs, and legal fees.

The Director of Sudent Accounts may cancel or prevent the registration of students whose accounts are overdue. Students whose University bills are unpaid when due may not be issued their diploma or transcript or have their enrollment or degrees confirmed until all financial obligations are paid in full.

Complete financial regulations for Northwestern students can be found on the Student Financial Services website: www.northwestern.edu/sfs.

Fraternity and Sorority Recruitment for First-Year Students

Northwestern University restricts first-year students from joining the In- terfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, National PanHellenic Council, or Panhellenic Association member groups until winter quarter. During fall quarter no fraternity or sorority may offer an invitation of membership to any first-year student. A first-year student may accept an invitation of membership from a chapter only after the start of winter quarter. Upperclass students and transfer students are permitted to participate in fall, winter, or spring quarter informal or formal recruit- Other University Policies ment programs sponsored by the chapters and/or governing councils. Alcohol is not permitted at any recruitment or new member/ pledge activity.

In the fall quarter during Wildcat Welcome (New Student Week) first- year students may not attend an event sponsored by an individual fraternity or sorority chapter. Additionally, during Wildcat Welcome, first-year students may not visit a fraternity or sorority house except to visit a close relative, carry out official University business, or meet obligations of employment. Starting on the first day of classes, first-year students are permitted to attend chapter-sponsored events and enter chapter houses unless University policy violations are occurring or their presence is otherwise prohibited under the policies governing fraternity and sorority chapters. Both first-year students and chapters are subject to discipline for violating this policy. Check with Fraternity and Sorority Life for additional policies and procedures.

| 85 | -campus living unit. -related incidents may face legal legal face may incidents -related Campus Life or other designated University officials. University designated or other Campus Life Gambling includes any game of chance or skill played for money or any or any money for played or skill chance game of Gambling includes any indicates whether the student is currently registered and if the card is and if the card registered is currently the student whether indicates balance. or labs, on-campus buildings, secured access to holders ble games when these games are played for money or any other thing of other or any money for played when these games are games ble hours of limited access and is needed at all times to borrow books. If books. borrow all times to access and is needed at limited of hours for events at which games of skill will be played must be approved by by approved be must played skill will be games of which at events for University Center, student functions and elections, and University and University and elections, functions student Center, University for the determination of skill. Prohibited activities include blackjack, include blackjack, activities Prohibited skill. of the determination for value, including, but not limited to, cash or prizes. Events featuring bona featuring Events cash or prizes. to, limited but not including, value, valid. The card identifies the holder for admission to the library during to the library for admission identifies the holder The card valid. Northwestern University policy that any event that suggests University University suggests that event any that policy University Northwestern Illinois law and University policy prohibit gambling in any form, the form, gambling in any prohibit policy and University Illinois law their Wildcard to University officials upon request. upon officials University to their Wildcard - award are prizes at which as darts such or billiards, of skill, fide games Identification Cards (Wildcards) Cards Identification (ATM)/debit card. Cardholders can then make purchases wherever wherever purchases can then make Cardholders card. (ATM)/debit residence halls. residence - compara and other roulette, craps, game, card other any euchre, poker, A cardholder may open a personal U.S. Bank student checking account, account, checking Bank student U.S. open a personal may A cardholder - card giving authorized on all Wildcards, is embedded chip A computer allowing the Wildcard to be used as an automatic teller machine machine teller be used as an automatic to the Wildcard allowing athletic events and as a resident of an on of and as a resident events athletic and disciplinary actions. and raffles conducted in accordance with state and local law. It is also It is also local law. and state with in accordance conducted and raffles students carry a meal plan, the Wildcard admits them to residence hall residence admits them to the Wildcard a meal plan, carry students at any time if the card is misused. Students are required to surrender surrender to required Students are is misused. time if the card any at sponsoring of lotteries, and the sale of lottery tickets, except lotteries lotteries except tickets, lottery of sale and the lotteries, of sponsoring ed may be permissible, but betting will not be allowed. Any requests requests Any be allowed. will not but betting be permissible, ed may debit cards are accepted as well as write checks against an available an available against checks as write as well accepted are debit cards endorsement of gambling is not permissible. Students and student Students and student permissible. gambling is not of endorsement dining facilities. It also identifies the holder at Health Services, Norris Norris at Health Services, the holder It also identifies dining facilities. other thing of value, but it may be permissible to offer prizes, awards, or awards, prizes, offer be permissible to but it may value, of thing other bona fide contest in any contestants the actual to compensation other in gambling involved organizations dents and should be carried at all times. The Wildcard is the property is the property The Wildcard all times. at be carried dents and should be canceled may its privileges transferable; and is not the University of The University identification card (Wildcard) identifies registered stu- registered identifies (Wildcard) card identification The University and stripe magnetic ID number is encoded on the card’s The student’s Gambling

Northwestern Student Handboook | 86 | Hundreds of local businesses participate in the Wildcard Advantage program by offering discounts to students on a wide range of products and services. For more information, visit www.northwestern.edu/ uservices/wildcard/advantage_discounts.

Immediately report a lost or stolen card to the Wildcard Office, 847-467- NUID (6843), or e-mail [email protected]. Cards may be replaced at the Wildcard office at Norris University Center, underground level, for a $25 fee. Found cards should be returned or mailed to the Wildcard office.

International Students and Policies on Student Immigration Status

International students agree to maintain and follow the regulations of their immigration status. They should refer to the requirements described at www.northwestern.edu/international in order to remain in compliance with US immigration regulations, which govern their academic study, travel, and employment in the United States.

Liability

The University bears no responsibility for the loss of, theft of, or damage to personal property of students. Students and their parents are encouraged to purchase insurance that will cover the student’s personal property while the student is away from home attending school. Any loss, theft, or damage to personal property should be promptly Other University Policies reported to the University Police Department.

Library Materials

The libraries of Northwestern University provide information resources and services of the highest quality to sustain and enhance the university’s teaching, research, professional, and performance programs. Our libraries provide settings conducive to independent learning and resources for users throughout the university and broader scholarly communities.

Students must observe policies on the use of library facilities, computers, and materials. Most University Libraries policies are posted at www.library.northwestern.edu/about/administration/policies/index. html. These apply to all libraries on the Evanston campus and in general to those on the Chicago campus. Additional services and policies for Chicago campus locations can be found at their respective websites:

• Galter Health Sciences Library www.galter.northwestern.edu/about-us; • Pritzker Legal Research Center www.law.northwestern.edu/library/ and | 87 | - - case basis. Students case basis. -by- www.library.northwestern.edu/libraries- Library Schaffner Larger tuition refunds Larger withdrawals course Later . collections/schaffner-library/index.html A coordinated treatment plan treatment A coordinated . find-borrow-request/index.html lead to police investigation and prosecution. police investigation to lead books, periodicals, or other library materials or facilities inaccessible inaccessible or facilities materials library or other periodicals, books, Students who commit any of these offenses shall be subject to Univer to shall be subject these offenses of any Students who commit For international students, depending upon the circumstances, an depending upon the circumstances, students, international For main- while States in the United remain to a way provide may MLOA Libraries are listed at the their website www.library.northwestern.edu/ the their website at listed are Libraries For more information pertaining to borrowing periods, fines, refunds, refunds, fines, periods, borrowing pertaining to information more For - This includes limita facilities. in all library is required conduct Proper taining legal status and receiving treatment. and receiving status taining legal tions on where food and drink can be consumed, prohibition of disor of prohibition be consumed, and drink can food tions on where smoking, activities, ban on commercial and a animals; of the presence who request and obtain a voluntary MLOA during an academic quarter an academic quarter during MLOA a voluntary and obtain who request university policies noted elsewhere in this handbook, especially in especially in this handbook, elsewhere policies noted university may be eligible for a number of benefits, including: benefits, a number of for be eligible may room reservations, recommendations for purchases, permissions for permissions for purchases, for recommendations reservations, room the University services of library and other images, of reproduction matters of copyright, privacy, and network security. security. and network privacy, copyright, of matters on a case and handled the student needs of provide students time away from campus for treatment of a physical a physical of treatment campus for from time away students provide Medical Leave of Absence Protocol Absence of Leave Medical An MLOA may not be used to circumvent or supplant the procedures the procedures or supplant circumvent be used to not may An MLOA sity disciplinary procedures and, upon being found in violation, may be may in violation, upon being found and, sity disciplinary procedures also may These offenses the University. from suspended or excluded and photography and for the use of certain rooms and facilities. facilities. and certain the use of rooms and for and photography - the stu in which the quarter of week the eighth up to MLOA a for apply skateboards, and bicycles. Special permission is required for filming filming for permission Special is required and bicycles. skateboards, safely and successfully as a member of our community. Students can our community. as a member of and successfully safely of the student conduct process. In the event a disciplinary suspension In the event process. conduct the student of or unfit for use is a serious offense against the University community. community. the University against offense for use is a serious or unfit derly conduct towards staff and other library users; regulations about regulations users; library and other staff towards conduct derly or mental health condition that impairs a student’s ability to function function ability to a student’s impairs or mental health condition that based on the is individualized leave Each a leave. take dent wishes to Theft, mutilation, graffiti, vandalism or any other actions that render that other actions vandalism or any graffiti, mutilation, Theft, The use of computers and digital library resources is subject to the to is subject resources and digital library computers The use of The purpose of a voluntary medical leave of absence (MLOA) is to is to absence (MLOA) of medical leave a voluntary The purpose of • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 88 | and an MLOA occur simultaneously, the leave and suspension are to be effective consecutively, and not concurrently, unless otherwise determined by the hearing officers or panel.

All MLOAs for undergraduate, The Graduate School, and School of Law students are processed in the Dean of Students Office. Students can begin the process on the Dean of Students Office website, www.northwestern.edu/studentaffairs/dos/programs-services/ medical-leave-of-absence/index.html

Motor Vehicles

Policies regarding the possession, operation, and parking of motor vehicles on campus are available on the web at www.northwestern.edu/ transportation-parking/evanston-parking/index.html

Non-Enrolled Students:

During any leave of absence at any time in the academic quarters - fall, winter, and spring -where a student is not enrolled in at least one credit-bearing course, the student no longer has the privileges afforded to enrolled students. A student on a leave is not registered for courses and is not permitted to live in University housing, use University facilities and services without permission, maintain or initiate student employment, and/or participate in any Northwestern-sponsored extracurricular activities in ways that are not also open to the general public.

Students must adhere to academic policies per their individual school, Other University Policies college, and department. Students who believe they have a need to access campus resources while not enrolled my contact the Dean of Students Office for consideration of an exception.

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, applies to all members of the University community, community, the University of all members to applies , index.html . [email protected] Community members are encouraged to direct questions, comments comments questions, direct to encouraged are Community members including students. Acceptance of this policy is a condition of em- is a condition of policy this of Acceptance including students. lowed within city limits (i.e., Evanston ordinances on noise and related on noise and related ordinances Evanston within city limits (i.e., lowed both the Evanston and Chicago campuses 24 hours a day each day of of day each a day campuses 24 hours Chicago and the Evanston both Northwestern students live and engage in activities in neighboring in activities and engage live students Northwestern www.invo.northwestern.edu/invention-disclosure/policies-forms/ ty they assist in assuring compliance with University policies and are and are policies in assuring compliance with University assist ty they throughout the state of Illinois while operating within their designated within their designated operating Illinois while of the state throughout the year. The police department is a full-service agency, employing 50 employing agency, departmentThe police full-service is a the year. to be responsible neighbors and abide by local noise ordinances in noise ordinances local and abide by neighbors be responsible to city Such or visit. reside they the municipalities and cities in which who is cited, may be required to meet with an OSC staff member to member to with an OSC staff meet to be required may who is cited, jurisdiction. In addition to exercising police authority, University police University police authority, exercising to addition In jurisdiction. . about/compliments-complaints.html www.northwestern.edu/up/ at 847-491-3456 or via the web phone at resolve the matter. resolve made regarding loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise from a residence. a residence. or unusual noise from unnecessary, loud, made regarding ployment and enrollment. Questions regarding this policy should be should this policy regarding Questions and enrollment. ployment municipalities and cities, many in Evanston. Students are expected expected Students are in Evanston. many municipalities and cities, Patents and Inventions and Patents Northwestern University Police Police University Northwestern Department All students living in an off-campus residence, not just the student the student just not residence, an off-campus living in students All state certified police officers, Community Service Officers (CSOs) and (CSOs) Officers Community Service certified officers, police state student is cited for violation of a city noise ordinance or a complaint is a city noise ordinance of violation for is cited student subjects are found in Title 9, Chapter 5, of the Evanston City Code). the Evanston of 5, Chapter 9, Title in found are subjects expected to reportalleged violations to the appropriate administrative administrative appropriate the to violations reportalleged to expected office. office. Department via Police the University regarding feedback or other - of the universi official As an officials. as University also serve officers dispatchers. Officers have the same authority as other police officers officers police other as authority the same have Officers dispatchers. directed to the Innovation and New Ventures Office, 847-467-2097, Office, Ventures and New the Innovation to directed ordinances often limit the time, volume and type of noise which is al noise which and type of volume limit the time, often ordinances The University may respond with student conduct action when a action conduct with student respond may The University The University’s Patent and Invention Policy, which may be found at at be found may which Policy, and Invention Patent The University’s The Northwestern University Police Department provides service to to service Department provides Police University The Northwestern Off-Campus Noise Off-Campus

Northwestern Student Handboook | 90 | Public Showing of Copyrighted Videos and Material

The Federal Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code) governs how copyrighted materials, such as movies and television shows, may be used. Neither the rental nor the purchase of media, including but not limited to DVDs, Blu-Rays, or Netflix, carries with it the right to show the video outside the home.

Public showing of copyrighted material without the appropriate performance rights not only may result in civil penalties but also could lead to criminal penalties, including imprisonment. It is also prohibited by University policy and may result in disciplinary action.

Regardless of the number of people in the room and the cost of entry to the video, unless students are in the privacy of their own homes, they may not show a rented or purchased video. A Public Performance Site License is a site-based license allowing entertainment films that are produced for “home use only” to be exhibited in a specific public setting. Exhibitions of a video to groups outside the privacy of a home setting can be construed as a public showing that, absent authori- zation, may constitute copyright infringement. Such performances require specific permission from the copyright owner. For more information see www.swank.com/college-campus/copyright/

For questions regarding movie rights or what constitutes a legal showing on campus, contact any adviser in Student Organizations & Activities or an appropriate Residential Services official. Other University Policies

Respect NU - Hate Crimes and Bias Incidents

At Northwestern we are committed to maintaining an open and supportive environment, free of acts of bias, hate, discrimination, harassment, and all other forms of coercion that impede academic freedom or diminish the dignity of any member of the University community.

It is the policy of Northwestern University not to discriminate or to permit discrimination against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or genetic information in matters of admissions, employment, housing, services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates.

Furthermore, Illinois law provides for criminal and civil penalties against an individual who commits crimes against another person because of such person’s race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or national origin (hate | 91 |

crimes). A bias incident is an act of conduct, speech, or expression to which a bias motive is evident as a contributing factor (regardless of whether the act is criminal). Sanctions may be imposed for students found to have committed hate crimes and for bias incidents that involve conduct that violates laws or University policies, specifically including the University’s Discrimination and Harassment Policy.

Therefore, the University expects all community members who witness or experience an act of bias, hate, discrimination, or harassment to report these incidents to the University. When an incident is reported, the University will take reasonable steps to address the situation, such as

• Investigate and document the incident • Provide resources and support to individuals affected by such incidents, and • Take appropriate remedial and corrective actions to address the incident. For comprehensive information about bias and hate incidents, including multiple avenues for reporting such events, visit the Respect NU website at www.northwestern.edu/inclusion/respectnu.

Additional information about the University’s response to hate and bias incidents affecting students is available by contacting Lesley-Ann Brown-Henderson, Executive Director of Campus Inclusion and Community, 847-467- 3419 , www.northwestern.edu/inclusion.

SafeRide

Safe Ride is a service provided to members of the Northwestern community as a safe and free alternative to walking alone after dark. Safe Northwestern Student Handboook Ride operates from 7:00 pm to 3:00 am seven days a week during the academic year when classes are in session; excluding summer session. Safe Ride drivers provide rides from campus to destinations off campus within our Evanston boundaries and back to campus. Safe Ride is not a taxi; it is a safety service meant to be used in conjunction with other sensible transportation strategies such as walking in groups, using the Northwestern Shuttle Service, or using one of the local Taxi services. Students can use the TransLoc Rider app in order to call a ride, track their assigned drivers, and receive live updated wait times. For more information go to: www.northwestern.edu/saferide/index.html

If you do not have a smart phone you can still get a Safe Ride by calling 847-491-7000, or by going to: www.translocrider.com/sms-mobile

Riders are expected to comply with the following policies when using Safe Ride:

| 92 | • Maximum of three people per ride • No advanced reservations; rides are queued through TransLoc on-demand only • No transport beyond Safe Ride boundaries, and no rides for less than three blocks; • No alcohol in Safe Ride vehicles • Pickups on Northwestern shuttle routes may be redirected to the shuttles • Safe Ride reserves the right to refuse service in situations that place drivers in danger. Examples of this include intoxicated, disorderly, or abusive passengers • Safe Ride will charge $125.00 for vomiting in a Safe Ride vehicle to cover the cost of cleaning the vehicle. Incidents involving vomiting in Safe Ride vehicles are reported to the Office of Student Conduct. • Safe Ride does not provide medical transport. If an ambulance is needed, please call 911. A full list of Safe Ride regulations can be found at: www.northwestern.edu/saferide/getting-a-ride/regulations/index.html

Service, Assistance, and Other Animals

Students are encouraged to review the University policy on Service, Assistance, and Other Animals at Northwestern: policies.northwestern.

edu/docs/animal-policy-final-012717.pdf. Students planning to bring Other University Policies their service or assistance animal to reside in a residence hall should submit an accommodation request online through the Residential Ser- vices website: www.northwestern.edu/living/ housing-assignments/special-accommodations/.

Shuttle Bus Service

Northwestern University operates several shuttles for students on the Evanston and Chicago campuses. A valid Wildcard is required to ride the shuttles. Schedules are posted at all designated stops and are available at www.shuttle.northwestern.edu. For service updates, call 847-467-5284 . Students can track shuttle arrivals and departures through Northwestern smartphone applications and online at www.northwestern.edu/uservices/gps/index.html.

Student Organizations

Student organizations at Northwestern University have additional policies. All student organizations are responsible for these policies when sponsoring events. For a complete set of policies, applications, and information on sponsoring any type of event, go to the the Office of Campus Life- | 93 | -

of this Student Handbook. 86 of page of this Student Handbook. 33 of page , or to the officeto or , www.northwestern.edu/studentorgs online at or Center, at Handbook found Organization Student in the Registered Student or student group violations of the campus publicity policy policy the campus publicity of violations group Student or student Student organizations, through their affiliation with Northwestern with Northwestern their affiliation through Student organizations, See “Gambling” on See “Gambling” on See “Hazing” Student organizations and groups, including residence halls and halls and including residence and groups, Student organizations Student Organizations & Activities on the third floor of Norris University of Norris floor on the third Activities & Organizations Student Policies and Procedures,” published annually and available from the from and available published annually and Procedures,” Policies Events the Norris level), lower Hall, Students Office (Scott Dean of Activities, & Organizations and Student Office, Planning and Production page 91. on page Material” . www.northwestern.edu/studentorgs Registered Student Organizations and its members are responsible to responsible are and its members Organizations Student Registered Multicultural Center, the Chaplain’s Office, Athletics, or the appropriate appropriate or the Athletics, Office, the Chaplain’s Center, Multicultural & Activities. Student Organizations through Connection Wildcat - organi registered only that University Northwestern of It is the policy policy-index/campus-publicity-policies-procedures/index.html. tisements and other forms of publicity must clearly state the name(s) state clearly publicity must of forms tisements and other that is responsible for advising the particular group (e.g., Fraternity Fraternity (e.g., the particular advising group for is responsible that Hazing Policy for Student Groups Student for Policy Hazing Practices Business and Contracts, Responsibility, Fiscal promote their events on University property. Furthermore, all adver Furthermore, property. on University their events promote residential colleges, that wish to show copyrighted material, including material, copyrighted show wish to that colleges, residential secure to required are forum in a public shows, and television movies Videos and Copyrighted of Showing “Public see information, more Activities. Student Organizations & Activities will resolve the matter the matter will resolve & Activities Student Organizations Activities. procedure. resolution designated or other System Appeals and/or procedures should be referred to Student Organizations & Student Organizations to be referred should procedures and/or Hearing and the University the complaint to or refer administratively as well as online at www.northwestern.edu/studentorgs/org-officers/ as online at as well appropriate performance rights before displaying the material. For For the material. displaying before rights performance appropriate and Sorority Life, Residential College Office, Residential Services, the Residential Services, Office, College Residential Life, and Sorority via registered be must Student organizations academic department). materials related and can find all this information, to knowledgeable stay - proce Specific organization(s). and/or student(s) the sponsoring of on the Division on campus can be found publicizing events for dures “Campus Publicity in the pamphlet and/or website Affairs Student of zations of the Northwestern community are allowed to advertise and to allowed community are the Northwestern of zations Gambling Policy for Student Groups Student for Policy Gambling Copyright Law and Public Showing of Videos and DVDs and Videos of Showing Public and Law Copyright Campus Publicity Campus

Northwestern Student Handboook | 94 | University, may enjoy numerous “umbrella” benefits, including recognition, sponsorship, tax-exempt status, and certain insurance and legal services. However, for an organization to enjoy these benefits, it must meet various requirements—University, federal and local—and be subject to the restrictions that accompany them.

These requirements include restrictions and procedures governing fiscal responsibility and the use of University monies (including the use of SOFO, SAFC, and other University funds, accounts, and financial systems), making and executing contracts (including restrictions on who may sign contracts), and business dealings (including conflicts of interest). These policies are in place to assist student organizations in maintaining fiscally sound and ethical practices and to comply with University policies. Many of these policies also include provisions governing the conduct of a student organization’s officers and provide specific administrative actions and penalties that may be imposed in the event of a breach.

The Policies and Procedures handbook from the Student Organization Finance Office (SOFO) contains the most comprehensive outline of the guidelines, practices, and policies governing the fiscal and business practices of student organizations. This document is available online at www.northwestern.edu/norris/services/sofo/assets/ sofopoliciesandprocedures2010.pdf. For more information about SOFO polices and other guidelines governing student organizations, please contact Student Organization & Activities, the Student Organization Finance Office, or the office that is responsible for advising the particular group. Other University Policies Crowdfunding As students investigate new sources of funding for projects and activities, turning to the internet for crowdfunding is an ever more relevant option. Student organizations can apply to the CATalyzer program via www.catalyzer.northwestern.edu/.

Before entering into a crowdfunding agreement, please work with your faculty or staff advisor, staff in Student Organizations & Activities, and Alumni Relations and Development utilizing the information posted on the Northwestern Group Fundraising section found here: www.bit.ly/wewillvolunteers

| 95 | site site ability for study abroad and may also be shared also be shared and may abroad study ability for Use individual name, or the name of your group or organization (not (not or organization group your of or the name name, Use individual Northwestern University) Northwestern contributions to about charitable statements any make Do not University Northwestern Review the terms and conditions of the agreement, including agreement, the of and conditions the terms Review tax issues are launching the project separate from Northwestern from separate the project launching are You may identify your role at Northwestern but clearly state that you you that state but clearly Northwestern at role identify your may You for marketing NU images official use any not may You ing a student’s suit ing a student’s institutions, who violate Northwestern policies may be subject to to be subject policies may Northwestern who violate institutions, be permitted to study abroad. A student who is placed on disciplinary A student abroad. study to be permitted Student Affairs to determine whether applicants have committed any any committed have applicants whether determine to Student Affairs Students studying abroad on any program, including programs including programs program, on any abroad Students studying The on Northwestern. to upon returning further disciplinary action Before students may be approved to study abroad for credit at North at - credit for abroad study to be approved may students Before assessments, thorough make To States. and the United Northwestern If a group or individual choose to use another tool, it may only be under be only it may tool, use another to choose individual or If a group the following conditions: the following the Study Abroad Office, Office of International Program Development, Development, Program of International Office Office, the Study Abroad the right to deny credit to students who do not complete their study their study complete who do not students to credit deny to the right - requirements—demon all other to in addition must— they western, with the program to which that student applies. Students who have Students who have applies. student that which to with the program western University policies, as explained in this Student Handbook. in this Student Handbook. as explained policies, University western resident director, program administrator, or Northwestern University University or Northwestern administrator, program director, resident or academic whose conduct student any of the withdrawal require may voluntarily. or left program probation that extends into the program’s term will not be permitted to to be permitted will not term the program’s into extends that probation All students studying abroad for credit also must adhere to North to - adhere also must credit for abroad studying students All a stable, responsible, and healthy life abroad as a representative of of as a representative abroad life and healthy responsible, a stable, consult with the Division of Engagement Global for Center and/or administered by Northwestern and those administered by outside outside by those administered and Northwestern by administered strate emotional stability and maturity, indicating the ability to lead lead the ability to indicating and maturity, stability emotional strate the dismissed from were they whether on site, programs abroad - is used in determin This information violations. such any surrounding serious or repeated disciplinary and/or academic violations may not not may academic violations disciplinary and/or serious or repeated standing warrants such a step. Furthermore, Northwestern reserves reserves Northwestern Furthermore, a step. such warrants standing study abroad. In some cases, students denied access to study abroad abroad study denied access to students In some cases, abroad. study disciplinary or housing violations and to ascertain the circumstances ascertain the circumstances and to disciplinary or housing violations due to disciplinary probation may have the opportunity to appeal. the opportunity to have may probation disciplinary due to Study Abroad Study • • • • •

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informal means. means. informal – The University uses administrative and panel uses administrative The University – Resolution Formal – Reporters may prefer or the University or the University prefer may – Reporters Resolution Informal – At times, the University may take action to ensure ensure to action take may the University times, – At Actions Interim – The student conduct process begins process conduct The student and Initial Inquiry – Report hearings to determine responsibility for alleged policy violations and, and, violations policy alleged for responsibility determine hearings to the safety and security of the Northwestern community and its community the Northwestern of and security the safety when applicable, to assign sanctions. assign sanctions. to when applicable, to have an understanding of some of the foundational aspects of of aspects the foundational some of of an understanding have to the system when the Office of Student Conduct receives a report or a referral. referral. report or a a receives Conduct of Student when the Office members while resolution of a student conduct case is pending. case is pending. conduct a student of resolution while members through resolved is best an allegation that determine may – In order to fully understand the UHAS, it is important the UHAS, understand fully to Overview – In order the conduct alleged, the potential sanctions, and the interest and and the interest sanctions, the potential alleged, the conduct - groups/organiza or student student(s) a Northwestern tions in which of or policy a nonacademic standard violated have to alleged tions are the University. willingness of a reporter to engage in the student conduct process will process conduct in the student engage to a reporter willingness of (UHAS). This is the process used to resolve alleged violations of Univer of violations alleged resolve used to This is the process (UHAS). process, also known as the University Hearing and Appeals System System Hearing and Appeals as the University also known process, and to provide prompt, fair, and impartial means for resolving situa- resolving and impartial means for fair, prompt, provide and to including factors, A number of students. Northwestern sity policies by determine the specific aspects of this process that are utilized in each in each utilized are that of this process the specific aspects determine as follows: this section in is detailed process The case. civility, respect, and accountability within the University community community the University and accountability within respect, civility, UNIVERSITY HEARING AND AND HEARING UNIVERSITY The purpose of the student conduct process is to promote integrity, integrity, promote is to process conduct student the of The purpose conduct the student the Student Handbook explains of This section APPEALS SYSTEM APPEALS • • • • •

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Office of Student Conduct

The Office of Student Conduct (OSC) is responsible for ensuring students honor and respect themselves, their peers, and the North- western community. The OSC does this by maintaining and enforcing the Student Code of Conduct and the student conduct process known as the University Hearing and Appeals System.

The Office of Student Conduct is responsible for resolving nonacademic student conduct matters, for ensuring student compliance with all nonacademic conduct conditions and sanctions assigned through the student conduct process, and for maintaining official nonacademic student conduct records. The Office of Student Conduct designates individuals or entities to administer the student conduct process, including the appointment of University Conduct Investiga- tor(s), University Hearing Officers, and the University Hearing Panel.

Purview

UHAS is used to resolve alleged violations of non-academic University policies by Northwestern students. Alleged violations of academic related policies are resolved through the faculties of the University’s individual schools, and in accordance with the procedures adopted by each school. Cases involving allegations of violations of North- western’s Policy on Sexual Misconduct by Northwestern students are resolved through the Sexual Misconduct Complaint Resolution Process, which utilizes the UHAS panel to assign sanctions for cases which result in separation from the University. For information on the resolution of allegations of violation of the Policy on Sexual Misconduct, please see the Sexual Misconduct Complaint Resolution Process on page 156.

Alleged violations of University policy or professional standards not related to academic policies or the Policy on Sexual Misconduct by students in the School of Professional Studies, Kellogg School of

Management, Pritzker School of Law, and Feinberg School of Medicine UHAS may be resolved through the faculties of the school and in accordance with the procedures adopted by each school. Where cases have been formally resolved through a school, the case will not also be resolved through UHAS.

| 101 | indirect knowledge related to specific aspects of a conduct case. An case. a conduct of aspects specific to related knowledge indirect become less reliable. There is no time limit for when an incident of of when an incident is no time limit for There reliable. become less beyond this 60 day timeframe may occur for good cause including, but including, cause good occur for may timeframe this 60 day beyond In the student conduct process, the person who reports a concern reports who and/ the person process, conduct In the student the respondent has graduated. has the respondent ted over one calendar year after the occurrence of the alleged incident, incident, the alleged of the occurrence after year one calendar over ted the reporter. The term reporter is synonymous with the term with the term is synonymous reporter The term the reporter. the scope of the investigation, need for interim actions, and actions, interim need for the investigation, the scope of the typical timeline for a case varies based on the circumstances on the circumstances a case varies based the typical timeline for who is alleged to have violated University policy is known as the is known policy University violated have to who is alleged unforeseen or exigent circumstances. Many cases are resolved in resolved are cases Many circumstances. or exigent unforeseen reporter or respondent throughout an investigation and/or hearing. hearing. and/or an investigation throughout or respondent reporter respondent. Parties is a term that refers to the reporter and the and the reporter the to refers that is a term Parties respondent. or direct who have people are Witnesses collectively. respondent reports of policy violation, including initial determination of outcomes outcomes of including initial determination violation, policy of reports Definition of Roles of Definition All reports should be made as soon as possible after the incident of the incident of after possible be made as soon as should reports All advisor is a support person who may be present to provide support to a support to provide to be present who may advisor is a support person alleged misconduct because the passing of time makes a review of the of review a time makes the passing of because misconduct alleged absent exceptional however, be reported; may misconduct alleged a much shorter time. time. shorter a much and sanctions, within 60 days of receiving a report. Extensions of time of Extensions a report. receiving of days within 60 and sanctions, the availability in the academic calendar, breaks to, limited not are evidence much more difficult, and the memories of involved parties of involved and the memories difficult, more much evidence over one year prior to the time the investigation was requested, or after or after requested, was the time the investigation prior to one year over circumstances, the OSC typically will not investigate reports submit- investigate will not the OSC typically circumstances, complainant which is used in other areas of the University. The person person The the University. of areas in other is used which complainant or who has been impacted by an alleged policy violation is known as is known violation policy an alleged by been impacted or who has of the parties and witnesses (including due of leave of absence), absence), of the parties leave of and witnesses (including due of of the case. In most cases, the University investigates and resolves and resolves investigates the University cases, In most the case. of Though the University strives to resolve all cases in a timely manner, manner, all cases in a timely resolve to strives Though the University Case Timelines Case Time Limitations Time

Northwestern Student Handboook | 102 | Participation

The University invites reporters and witnesses to participate fully in the student conduct process. In order for OSC to investigate a student conduct matter and/or enable a respondent to fully respond to the allegations, most situations will require the reporter’s participation and that their identity be disclosed to the participants in the student conduct process. If a reporter decides not to participate, but wants student conduct action to be taken, the University will determine whether it is possible to move forward with a case without the participation of the reporter. In some cases, it will not be possible for student conduct action to be taken without the participation of the reporter. Should the reporter request anonymity or decide that they do not want student conduct action taken, the University will attempt to honor this request but, in some cases, the University may need to proceed with an investigation and/or hearing based on concern for the safety or well-being of the broader University community.

The University expects respondents to participate fully in all aspects of the student conduct process. When the respondent is a student organization/group, the organization/group is expected to identify a representative to respond to the alleged policies of concern on behalf of the group/organization. If a respondent elects not to participate in any part of the process, the Office of Student Conduct may proceed without the respondent’s participation. Respondents will be held accountable for any outcomes issued, even if they fail to participate.

Privacy

The University considers all aspects of the UHAS process, including the report, to be private matters for the parties involved. All participants in a UHAS investigation or hearing will be informed that confidentiality enhances the integrity of the investigation, protects the privacy interests of the parties, and protects the participants from statements that might be interpreted to be retaliatory or defamatory. For these reasons, the reporter and respondent will be asked at the beginning of the investigation to keep the information related to the investigation UHAS private, to the extent consistent with applicable law. Witnesses and advisors will be asked to maintain complete confidentiality, to the extent consistent with applicable law.

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investigator/hearing officer and to have the opportunity to respond to the opportunity to have and officer investigator/hearing impartially to that information that to the allegations explained clearly and fully clearly explained the allegations and investigators who are properly trained and who are able to act act to able and who are trained properly who are and investigators one’s account of the situation the account of one’s page) on next To have the allegations resolved by hearing officers, panel members, panel members, hearing officers, by resolved the allegations have To To be given notice of the allegations before the hearing and to have have the hearing and to before the allegations of notice be given To and resolution and impartial investigation fair, a prompt, To to give and to be heard as the opportunity a hearing—defined To the by being considered about the information be knowledgeable To “Advisors,” (see if desired an advisor, be accompanied by To process the appeals be advised of To . Non-Retaliation on Policy University’s Conduct, which shall investigate the matter and take appropriate appropriate and take matter the shall investigate which Conduct, have the following additional rights: additional the following have forthright and as specific as possible but may choose the extent to extent choose the but may specific as possible and as forthright Participants also have responsibility to be completely honest at all at honest be completely to responsibility Participants also have Northwestern community may freely engage. engage. freely may community Northwestern engaging in actions, from prohibited are the community of Members Northwestern strictly prohibits retaliation against any member of its member of any against retaliation prohibits strictly Northwestern in UHAS party or a witness from reporting violations of University policy, or policy, University of violations reporting party or a witness from of definition A detailed or hearing. participating in an investigation in the provided are conduct retaliatory of and examples retaliation pating, in any manner, in the UHAS process. The University considers considers The University process. in the UHAS manner, in any pating, Participant Rights and Responsibilities Responsibilities and Rights Participant Retaliation All who participate in the UHAS will be treated with dignity and respect with dignity and respect will be treated in the UHAS who participate All and have the right not to be retaliated against for their participation. their participation. for against be retaliated to not the right and have - investi administrators, and with all conduct the process of stages Students and and hearing panel members. hearing officers, gators, alleged incident of retaliation under this policy to the Office of Student of Student the Office to under this policy retaliation incident of alleged process. UHAS the through conduct such address to actions such actions to be protected activities in which all members of the of all members in which activities be protected to actions such others involved in the student conduct process are encouraged to be to encouraged are process conduct in the student involved others directly or through others, that are aimed to dissuade a reasonable dissuade a reasonable aimed to are that others, or through directly community for reporting a violation of University policy, or for partici- or for policy, University of reporting a violation for community Those who participate in UHAS, as either a reporter or a respondent, or a respondent, as either a reporter in UHAS, Those who participate The Northwestern community is strongly encouraged to report any any report to encouraged is strongly community The Northwestern • • • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 104 | which they share information. Any person who knowingly makes a false statement in connection with UHAS matters may be subject to disciplinary action. This provision does not apply to a good faith report that is not substantiated or proven by a preponderance of the evidence.

Advisors

Reporters and respondents may be accompanied by one advisor throughout the student conduct process, provided that the involvement of the advisor does not result in an undue delay of the process. It is the responsibility of each party to coordinate scheduling with their advisor for any meetings or hearings. An advisor is a support person who is present to provide support to either a reporter or respondent during the student conduct process. As such, advisors may not speak, write, or otherwise communicate with an investigator, hearing officer, or panel and may not represent the reporter or respondent in the process. Advisors may not engage in behavior or advocacy that harasses, abuses, or intimidates either party, a witness, or individuals involved in resolving the complaint. It is the responsibility of the party to coordinate scheduling with their advisor for any inquiry meetings, investigation meetings, or hearings.

To enhance integrity in the student conduct process, to help ensure fairness for all parties, and to ensure that the focus of the student conduct process remains the Northwestern community and its students, advisors cannot be witnesses or a party in the matter or a related matter, must be a member of the University community (faculty, staff, or student), and cannot be a family member of the reporter or respondent, or an attorney.

Advisors who do not abide by these guidelines may be excluded from the student conduct process, which will continue without the advisor present. For information on advisors related to alleged violations of the Policy on Sexual Misconduct, please see the Sexual Misconduct Complaint Resolution Process on page 156. UHAS

| 105 | - Reports of alleged bias or hate related incidents can be reported incidents can be reported related bias or hate alleged Reports of Reports of alleged violations of the Northwestern Policy on Sexual Sexual on Policy the Northwestern of violations alleged Reports of Coor IX Title the Deputy can be made to students by Misconduct www.northwestern.edu/sexual-misconduct respectnu/birt/ Reports of alleged violations of University policy by Northwestern Northwestern by policy University of violations alleged of Reports to the Bias Incident Response Team. Information on filing reports on filing Information Team. Response the Bias Incident to ). Reports can also be submitted by contacting the contacting by submitted can also be Reports student-conduct). reports can be found on the web page: page: web on the reports can be found students can be submitted to the OSC. A link to file a report online a file A link to the OSC. to can be submitted students can be found on the web page: www.northwestern.edu/inclusion/ page: on the web can be found dinator for Students in the Office of Equity. Information on filing Information Equity. of Students in the Office for dinator (www.northwestern.edu/ page on the OSC web can be found . or 847-491-4582 at [email protected] office by the Office of Student Conduct will gather information regarding regarding information will gather of Student Conduct the Office by University’s ability to address alleged misconduct reported by anon- by reported misconduct alleged address ability to University’s Life, as well as the other law enforcement agencies. enforcement law as the other as well Life, the the OSC, by will be reviewed incident reports anonymous While violation of University policy to report the information to the University. University. the to the information report to policy University of violation When a report is received, a student conduct administrator designated designated administrator conduct a student is received, When a report Reports can be submitted in the following ways: in the following can be submitted Reports the alleged incident in order to determine the appropriate means of means of the appropriate determine to incident in order the alleged Available case. each for path the appropriate will determine trator willingness of a reporter to participate in the student conduct process, process, conduct in the student participate to a reporter willingness of ymous sources is significantly limited; therefore, anonymous reports anonymous therefore, limited; is significantly ymous sources Initial Inquiry Initial resolution. During the initial inquiry, the administrator will review all will review the administrator inquiry, During the initial resolution. Reports of Alleged Misconduct Alleged of Reports are discouraged. are available information related to a report. Based on the information Based on the information a report. to related information available and the interest about an incident, known detail of the level available, the adminis- policy, a University to is related the report and whether - Northwest Services, Residential to limited entities including but not and Sorority Fraternity of and Office Department, Police ern University options include: options REPORTS AND INITIAL INQUIRY INITIAL AND REPORTS The OSC also commonly receives incident reports through University University through incident reports receives The OSC also commonly The University encourages anyone with knowledge of an alleged an alleged of with knowledge anyone encourages The University • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 106 | • Close the Case: The OSC may close cases when insufficient information exists to move forward or when the alleged misconduct—even if substantiated— would not be a violation of policy. The OSC may, in its discretion, reopen a case in the future if additional information becomes available. • Informal Resolution: Informal resolution involves action taken by the University in response to a situation or report of violation of Uni- versity policy when formal resolution is not desired by the reporter or when there is not enough information to proceed with a formal resolution process. • Formal Resolution: The OSC may determine that there is reasonable information to suggest a policy violation may have occurred. In these cases, the OSC will refer the case to formal resolution for further investigation and formal resolution. • Summary Resolution: Summary resolution involves administrative action taken when exigent circumstanced require immediate action to protect the welfare and safety of the University community. Additionally, the OSC administrator will determine whether interim actions should be taken while the case is pending. Interim actions may include measures taken prior to the formal resolution to ensure the safety and security of the campus community.

INTERIM ACTIONS

Upon receipt of a report but prior to the resolution of an allegation of misconduct, the Office of Student Conduct or designee(s) may take interim action (including protective measures and accommodations) to ensure the safety and security of the University community, University community members, or University property. Interim actions are all placed pending prompt hearing through UHAS. In such instances the University will typically attempt to speak with the respondent and give them an initial opportunity to respond to the allegation of policy violation prior to issuing the interim actions. UHAS

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affiliated affiliated being of the partiesbeing of Changes in academic, work, or living arrangements or work, in academic, Changes Sale, distribution, use, or possession of illegal drugs illegal or possession of use, distribution, Sale, misconduct Sexual Behavioral Behavioral Team Consultation Removal of privileges or suspension of activity (including (including activity of or suspension privileges of Removal community the University to warning a timely Issuance of Possession of dangerous weapons dangerous of Possession required follow-through on recommendations at the decision of the the the decision of at on recommendations follow-through required A forensic threat assessment or fitness for duty evaluation and evaluation for duty assessment or fitness threat A forensic Assistance in requesting academic allowances in requesting Assistance behaviors cease current a student that or warning request A formal A no contact directive placed between students or between a or between students placed between directive A no contact attendance in a specific class) attendance student and another member of the University community University the of member and another student Theft of or damage to property to or damage of Theft involved, the residential community, or the residence hall property. An hall property. or the residence community, the residential involved, be imposed campus housing may from or removal relocation interim include, but are not limited to: limited not but are include, and well the safety to related reasons housing for by the Executive Director of Residential Services, or designee, and or designee, Services, Residential of Director the Executive by broader University community and include (but are not limited to): limited not (but are and include community University broader Student Affairs, or designee, in their discretion and shall become discretion in their or designee, Student Affairs, Interim actions may be applied to the reporter, the respondent or the the respondent the reporter, to be applied may actions Interim Vice President of Student Auxiliary Services may take the same take Services may Student Auxiliary of Vice President Interim Suspension Interim Interim Relocation or Removal from from Removal or Relocation Interim An interim suspension of a student from the University for allegations allegations for the University from a student of suspension An interim in fraternity/sorority- who reside students for action attempt to speak with the student and give the student an initial an the student and give speak with the student to attempt shall become effective immediately without prior notice. The Associate The Associate without prior notice. immediately shall become effective suspension. Allegations that may warrant an interim suspension an interim warrant may that Allegations suspension. effective immediately. The Vice President for Student Affairs, or the Student Affairs, for Vice President The immediately. effective on-campus housing. opportunity to respond to the concerns before issuing the interim issuing the interim the concerns before to respond opportunityto designee, issuing the interim suspension will make a reasonable a reasonable suspension will make issuing the interim designee, of nonacademic misconduct (including alleged violations of the Policy the Policy of violations (including alleged nonacademic misconduct of for President Vice the be imposed by may Misconduct) on Sexual The University may issue an interim relocation or removal from campus from or removal relocation issue an interim may The University Campus Housing Campus • • • • • • • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 108 | • Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, hearing procedures, or other University activities • Action or threat of action that endangers or threatens to endanger the health, safety, or wellbeing or any person (including oneself). • Fraud Any student who receives an interim suspension will be required to remove themselves immediately from the residence halls and/or fraternity or sorority residences, will not be permitted to attend class, and will be excluded from University property and University events unless the student’s presence on campus or at University events is explicitly authorized by the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee issuing the interim action.

Any respondent who has received an interim suspension should expect a prompt and fair formal resolution to their alleged misconduct. The University must balance the need for a prompt outcome with the need to protect the integrity of the system and to ensure a fair, thorough, and equitable student conduct process and outcome.

The University retains the right to postpone a hearing and/or appeal through the UHAS if the University determines the respondent’s presence in the University community would pose an unacceptable threat to the University community or would otherwise significantly disrupt the educational or other activities of the University community. In the event the University postpones a formal resolution procedure, it will advise the student of the conditions that must be met, which may include a forensic threat assessment (see “Interim Actions” above) prior to the hearing and/or appeal through the UHAS or other designated resolution procedure. INFORMAL RESOLUTION

Informal resolution involves action taken by the University in response to a situation or report of violation of University policy when formal resolution is not desired by the reporter or when there is not enough information to proceed with a formal resolution process. An informal resolution is similar to an interim action but serves as final resolution UHAS and is not put in place pending a hearing through UHAS. Informal resolution does not result in findings related to responsibility or in sanctions. Options for informal resolution include, but are not limited to:

| 109 | - - Changes in academic, work, or living arrangements or work, in academic, Changes behaviors Deferred conduct action conduct Deferred An educational meeting with a student or community a student with meeting An educational cease current a student that request and/or advisory letter A formal - a stu or between students between placed directive A no contact dent and another member of the University community the University of member another dent and is deferred, the University refrains from taking any action on a case for on a case for action taking any from refrains University the is deferred, Student Conduct may consolidate for investigation and resolution mul and resolution investigation for consolidate may Student Conduct further conduct action. Sanctions may also be deferred. also be deferred. may Sanctions action. further conduct page 156. on page Process Resolution Please note, allegations of policy violation related to the Policy on Sex the Policy to related violation policy of allegations note, Please violations under consideration and an opportunity to be heard. As be heard. and an opportunity to under consideration violations Depending on the circumstances and in its discretion, the Office of the Office in its discretion, and Depending on the circumstances In appropriate situations, conduct cases may be deferred. When a case be deferred. cases may conduct situations, In appropriate tiple incidents involving the same respondent, and/or cases in which cases in which and/or the same respondent, incidents involving tiple the incident), during which time a student may be given the opportu- be given may time a student during which the incident), tor, conduct administrator(s), or panel must determine more likely than likely more determine or panel must administrator(s), conduct tor, occurred. supports the misconduct a finding that the information 50% of trial system, and the resolution options, including formal resolution, resolution, formal including options, and the resolution trial system, ual Misconduct are resolved through the Sexual Misconduct Complaint Misconduct the Sexual through resolved are ual Misconduct parties have made allegations against each other. each against made allegations parties have nity to satisfy certain conditions or obligations as a means of avoiding avoiding certain as a means of conditions or obligations satisfy nity to not what occurred. A preponderance of the evidence means that over means that the evidence of A preponderance occurred. what not notified of the alleged misconduct and will be given an opportunity to an opportunity and will be given misconduct of the alleged notified respond. Deferred Conduct Action Conduct Deferred a designated period of time (generally up to one year from the date of of the date from one year up to time (generally period of a designated available through UHAS are not constrained by the rules of procedure procedure of the rules by constrained not are UHAS through available - the investiga This means that and hearings. in investigations standard standard of fairness, which includes an opportunity for the student or the student opportunity includes an for which fairness, of standard and the policy misconduct of the alleged be notified to group student will be the respondent resolution, formal for if a case is referred such, or evidence typically used in a court of law. UHAS operates under a operates UHAS used in a court law. of typically or evidence FORMAL RESOLUTION FORMAL Standard of Evidence of Standard The Office of Student Conduct uses the preponderance of the evidenceof the uses the preponderance of Student Conduct The Office The University Hearing and Appeals System is not a court, legal, or legal, a court, is not System Hearing and Appeals The University • • • • •

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When a case will be resolved through formal resolution, a conduct administrator will send notification of the allegation of misconduct to the respondent. The notification will typically include a brief description of the alleged misconduct, including the time, date, and place the incident allegedly occurred, a list of any University policies allegedly violated, and a description of the steps toward resolution. The University may modify the list of policies allegedly violated based on additional information revealed during investigation.

Acceptance of Responsibility

Occasionally the conduct administrator may send students an acceptance of responsibility letter in lieu of notification. An acceptance of responsibility letter contains the same information as a notification, except it provides the respondent the option to forego a hearing and accept responsibility for an alleged violation. Acceptance of responsibility letters are only used for relatively minor incidents at the discretion of the conduct administrator assigned to the case. Respondents may always decline to accept responsibility and request a hearing instead. Failure by a student to request a hearing within a reasonable time as designated by the conduct administrator in writing to the student (typically, within 72 hours of receiving the Acceptance of Re- sponsibility) will result in the decision of responsibility being finalized, and any proposed sanctions will be applied. Decisions rendered by either acceptance of responsibility or failure to respond pursuant to an acceptance of responsibility letter are not eligible for administrative review or appeal, except on the grounds that the student did not have a reasonable opportunity to receive and respond to the letter.

Types of Hearings

There are two types of hearings offered through UHAS: Administrative Hearings and Panel Hearings. An Administrative Hearing or Panel Hearing is used to resolve a case as follows: UHAS • All cases that do not have the potential to result in separation from the University (i.e., suspension, degree revocation, expulsion, or group dissolution) are resolved through Administrative Hearings. • In cases that do have the potential to result in separation from the University the respondent may choose whether to have the allegations resolved through an Administrative or a Panel Hearing.

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Conduct administrators are trained by the OSC to serve as Hearing serve the OSC to by trained are administrators Conduct student conductof matters resolve and hear, to investigate, and Officers Conduct or designee will determine whether to close the case the close to whether designee will determine or Conduct Conduct or designee. or designee. Conduct in all cases they hear. If a student is concerned a If a student about the ability of hear. in all cases they - inves This occurred. what into an investigation conducting begin by from any person involved in the alleged incident. The scope of the in- The scope of incident. in the alleged involved person any from University community, usually from within the Division of Student Affairs. Student Affairs. within the Division of from usually community, University For an the Hearing Officer. assignment of the review Student Conduct University will be determined by the director of the Office of Student of the Office of the director by determined will be University vestigation will vary depending on the particular facts and information and information will vary depending on the particular facts vestigation Hearing Officer to act impartially, they can request that the Director of the Director that request can they impartially, act to Hearing Officer Prior to the completion of any investigation (as described below, below, (as described investigation any of completion the Prior to tigation may include, but is not limited to, reviewing documentation, documentation, reviewing to, limited but is not include, may tigation tial contact by the Hearing Office, and in all cases, prior to the beginning prior in all cases, and the Hearing Office, by tial contact the reporter may request to withdraw the complaint by contacting contacting by the complaint withdraw to request may the reporter Student of The Director in writing. Student Conduct of the Director ) will apply, though a formal investigative report is not written. is not report investigative though a formal 114) will apply, page Investigation Hearing Officers Hearing material available electronically; or requesting written statements statements written or requesting electronically; available material participation. A Hearing Officer is a conduct administrator assigned to a specific case assigned administrator A Hearing Officer is a conduct An Administrative Hearing is a conversation between a respondent and a respondent between Hearing is a conversation An Administrative available in each case. When more complex investigations are required, required, are investigations complex When more case. in each available - It is the respon outlined here. procedures the policies and to according ini- of be made upon receipt should this request hearing, administrative a conduct administrator, known as a Hearing Officer. as a Hearing known administrator, a conduct similar procedures as are outlined in Panel Hearing Investigations (see Hearing Investigations outlined in Panel as are similar procedures speaking with the reporter, respondent, and/or witnesses; reviewing reviewing witnesses; and/or respondent, speaking with the reporter, sibility of the OSC to ensure Hearing Officers are able to act impartiallyto act able are Hearing Officers ensure the OSC to sibility of of the hearing. of of alleged misconduct. Conduct administrators are members of the of members are administrators Conduct misconduct. alleged of or conclude the investigation without the reporter’s continued without the reporter’s or conclude the investigation of the Policy on Sexual Misconduct) to result in separation from the the from in separation result to Misconduct) Sexual on Policy the of The Hearing Officer assigned to a case of alleged misconduct may may misconduct of alleged to a case The Hearing Officer assigned The potential of an alleged violation (not including alleged violations violations alleged including (not violation alleged an of The potential Withdrawal Complaint of Withdrawal Administrative Hearings Administrative

Northwestern Student Handboook | 112 | Format of Administrative Hearings An Administrative Hearing is structured as a discussion or conversation and is conducted in private. The Hearing Officer will review the incident report and/or findings of their investigation with the respondent and give the respondent an opportunity to respond. In all cases both the reporter and respondent will have equal opportunities to share information and have their information considered. The Hearing Officer will determine whether the respondent is responsible for the alleged policy violation and, if so, will issue appropriate sanctions. At times, the Hearing Officer will communicate the outcome of the Administra- tive Hearing at the end of the meeting. However, at times, the Hearing Officer will need additional time to consider all of the information related to a case and will communicate the outcome with the respondent in a reasonable timeframe after the Administrative Hearing (see “Notification of Outcome” on page 116).

Administrative Reviews Both the reporter and respondent have the right to request an Admin- istrative Review of the outcome of an Administrative Hearing. Requests for Reviews must be submitted in writing within a reasonable time as designated by the conduct administrator in writing to the student (typically, within 5 calendar days of receiving the outcome of an Admin- istrative Hearing). Reviews will be conducted by the Director of Student Conduct or another hearing officer as designated by the Director. In cases where the Director of Student Conduct served as a Hearing Officer for a case (or in which the director cannot serve as an impartial reviewer), a Review will be conducted by the Dean of Students or designee. The finding and sanction issued by the original Hearing Officer are presumed to have been decided reasonably and appropriately, and the only grounds for appeal are as follows:

• New information discovered after the Administrative Hearing that could not have reasonably been available at the time of the hearing and is of a nature that could materially change the outcome • Procedural errors within the student conduct process that may have substantially affected the fairness of the hearing • An outcome (findings or sanctions) that was manifestly contrary to the weight of the information presented during the case (i.e., UHAS obviously unreasonable and unsupported by the great weight of information) The Reviewer may review the full case, beyond the aspects of the case outlined in the request for Review. If the Reviewer does not find that any of the three grounds for appeal are present in the case, the Reviewer will uphold the outcome (findings and sanctions) of the Hearing Officer. If the Reviewer finds that any of the grounds for appeal are present in the case, they may amend the decision of the original Hearing Officer or may issue a new outcome (findings and sanctions). The Reviewer has final authority to determine the outcome of the case. No additional appeal or review can be requested or granted and all sanctions will take effect immediately. In an | 113 |

involves allegations of sexual misconduct. The following section outlines section The following misconduct. sexual of allegations involves Officer, the Reviewer may recommend that alternate policies or sanctions policies alternate that recommend may Reviewer the Officer, Cases involving the potential for separation from the University will be the University from separation for the potential Cases involving istrators or other University staff trained as investigators or external or external as investigators trained staff University or other istrators in Northwestern’s and trained the University by hired investigators Note: Investigations for cases related to allegations of sexual mis- sexual cases related to allegations of for Investigations Note: 156. Process on page Resolution lists provided by the reporter and respondent when identifying whom they and respondent the reporter by provided lists be considered. Additionally, if a case is referred back to the Hearing Officer, Hearing Officer, the to back if a case is referred Additionally, be considered. . 118 page Appeal for but will be eligible viduals, and otherwise exploring the circumstances of the incident. The the incident. of the circumstances exploring and otherwise viduals, Review will be granted). Following the Review, a written decision will be decision a written the Review, Following will be granted). Review Panel hearing are utilized in cases that have the potential to result in result to the potential have in cases that utilized hearing are Panel Hearing Officer for further review. If the case is referred back to the Hearingto the back referred case is If the review. further for Officer Hearing Investigations are conducted by investigators who are conduct admin- conduct who are investigators by conducted are Investigations the investigative and hearing processes utilized in a Panel Hearing. Hearing. in a Panel utilized and hearing processes the investigative the new decision of the Hearing Officer is considered final (no additional final (no Officer is considered the Hearing decision of the new that result in separation from the University are not eligible for Review Review for eligible not are the University from in separation result that the investigator, to present a list of witnesses from which they suggest they which witnesses from of a list present to the investigator, they questions of a list provide and to solicit information, the investigator jointly investigated, heard, and resolved by two Hearing Officers. Cases Hearing Officers. two by and resolved heard, investigated, jointly will interview and what questions they ask. The investigators may also may The investigators ask. they questions and what will interview Investigations for Cases Involving Potential Separation Separation Potential Involving Cases for Investigations from the University the from panel hearing (instead of an administrative hearing) or because the case hearing) or because an administrative of panel hearing (instead reporter and the respondent will both have the opportunity to speak with the opportunity to have will both and the respondent reporter or character present not witnesses and may factual present only may policies and procedures. Investigators will be identified, trained, and trained, identified, will be Investigators policies and procedures. Panel Hearings Panel conduct, are investigated through the Sexual Misconduct Complaint Misconduct through the Sexual are investigated conduct, An investigation typically involves, but is not limited to, reviewing reports reviewing to, limited is not but involves, typically An investigation additional information from witnesses and other knowledgeable indi- knowledgeable witnesses and other from information additional assigned to cases by the Office of Student Conduct. the Office cases by assigned to separation from the University, either because the respondent chose a chose the respondent either because the University, from separation suggest the investigator ask the other party. Reporters and respondents Reporters party. ask the other the investigator suggest page 116. on page of Outcome” “Notification in as outlined delivered extraordinary circumstance, the Reviewer may refer the case back to the to case back the refer may the Reviewer circumstance, extraordinary Separation from the University the from Separation expert witnesses. The investigator will consider the question and witness will consider the question The investigator expert witnesses. choose to interview witnesses of their choosing. their choosing. witnesses of interview to choose of the incident, meeting with students to discuss the matter, gathering the matter, discuss to with students meeting the incident, of Administrative Hearings for Cases Involving Potential Potential Involving Cases for Hearings Administrative

Northwestern Student Handboook | 114 | | 114 Investigative Reports The investigator will submit a report of findings of fact, applying the preponderance of the evidence standard. The investigative report will be submitted to the Panel Coordinator from the Office of Student Conduct (OSC). The Panel Coordinator will distribute the investigative report to the Panel, the reporter, and the respondent at least five days prior to the meeting of the Panel. The reporter and the respondent will have a reasonable period of time, typically 72 hours, from the receipt of the investigator’s report to send a list of any questions they believe the Panel should ask the other party and/or the investigator based on the findings presented in the investigator’s report. The reporter and the respondent, in this time frame, may also submit additional documentary evidence not previously provided to the investigators for consideration. All of these materials should be submitted to the Panel Coordinator, which will distribute them to the Panel.

Panels Panel members are students, faculty, and staff from the University community. Panel members apply annually and are selected by the Of- fice of Student Conduct. The Vice President for Student Affairs and the president of the Associated Student Government, or designee, approve the selection of all Panel members.

Hearing Panels will typically be made up of five members. The Office of Student Conduct should do its best to diversify each Panel—both in terms of social identities and affiliations within the University. Reporters and respondents will be provided a list of all potential panel members prior to the panel hearing and will be given the opportunity to express concern about any potential panel member’s ability to act impartially in hearing their case. Decisions related to panel members’ participation in their hearing will be made by the Panel Coordinator.

In cases where there are exigent circumstances (including but not limited to concern for the safety or security of the University community or the academic progress of a student) or in cases where the timeline requires the case to be heard when a five-person Panel cannot reasonably be assembled (including but not limited to finals weeks or periods of University break), a three- member Panel may be used in place of a UHAS five-member Panel and/or trained Hearing Officers who have no prior involvement in the case can serve as Panel members.

Format of Panel Hearings • A Panel Hearing will include the members of the Panel, a Panel Coordinator from the Office of Student Conduct. The role of the OSC Panel Coordinator is to ensure that the Panel follows the process set forth in this document, clarify any questions about the policies and procedures, and provide consult on available sanctions and past precedent. | 115 | - independently speak to the Panel. During this time, they should should they this time, During Panel. the to speak independently the Panel from Questions be structured as follows: be structured Statement to the Panel: Ten (10) minutes to present a statement a statement present to (10) minutes Ten the Panel: to Statement Final Statement: Five (5) minutes to provide any concluding any provide to (5) minutes Five Final Statement: Panel. The reporter’s and the respondent’s time with the Panel will the Panel time with the respondent’s and The reporter’s Panel. the investigator. The reporter and the respondent will not meet with meet will not and the respondent The reporter the investigator. time with the individual will be given rather but together the Panel the Panel to provide their perspective on policy violations given the findings of the findings given violations on policy their perspective provide comment The reporter and respondent will each be given an opportunity to opportunity an to given be will each and respondent The reporter Once the Panel has met with the reporter and the respondent, the and the respondent, the reporter with has met Once the Panel - perpe an alleged to hearing related conduct a student imposed) of in private with the Panel Coordinator. The investigator will not be will not The investigator Coordinator. with the Panel in private ity for each alleged policy violation. A majority vote is needed to find a is needed to A majority vote violation. policy alleged each ity for heard from the reporter and the respondent to determine responsibil determine to and the respondent reporter the from heard Upon the conclusion of a hearing, the respondent will be promptly will be promptly the respondent a hearing, Upon the conclusion of Panel may meet privately with the investigator. During this time, Panel Panel During this time, the investigator. with privately meet may Panel In accordance with applicable law, the University may also disclose also disclose may the University law, with applicable In accordance Each member of the Panel will have one vote. will have the Panel member of Each If the Panel finds the respondent responsible for any policy violations, violations, policy for any responsible respondent finds the If the Panel to a victim the final result (the violation committed and any sanction sanction and any committed (the violation result the final a victim to the findings presented by the investigator and the information they they and the information by the investigator the findings presented the Panel will determine appropriate sanctions. The Panel can consult can consult The Panel sanctions. appropriate will determine the Panel when considering Coordinator, as the Panel as well the investigator, will be made by the Hearing Officer. In the case of a Panel Hearing, this Panel Hearing, of a In the case the Hearing Officer. will be made by notified in writing of the outcome of the hearing including; the findings of the hearing including; of the outcome in writing notified the these findings, for the rationale policy, of violations to related this notification Hearing, an Administrative In the case of procedures. Panel Coordinator. by the will be made notification present but will remain available to the Panel for additional questions questions additional for the Panel to available but will remain present members will ask any clarifying questions they have of the investigator. the investigator. of have they clarifying questions will ask any members ask the investigator. to questions which when determining respondent respondent responsible or not responsible for each policy in question. in question. policy each for responsible or not responsible respondent Notification Outcome of Notification as needed. During their deliberations, the Panel members will utilize will utilize members the Panel During their deliberations, as needed. a sanction. Each member of the Panel has one vote. the Panel member of Each a sanction. sanctions imposed, and the information regarding review/appeal review/appeal regarding and the information imposed, sanctions sanction options, but the decision about which sanctions to issue is to sanctions but the decision about which options, sanction issue is needed to vote A majority the Panel. of the discretion at solely The Panel will deliberate the policy violations and sanction decisions and sanction violations the policy will deliberate The Panel They will consider the questions submitted by the reporter and the the reporter by submitted will consider the questions They • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 116 | trator of a crime of violence (alleged or attempted commission of the following offenses: arson, assault offenses, burglary, criminal homicide, manslaughter, murder, destruction/damage/vandalism of property, kidnapping/abduction, robbery, sexual assault, dating or domestic violence or stalking.

The respondent’s academic program as well as other University programs (e.g., Athletics, offices of employment), may be notified of information related to a conduct case, including the outcome, whenever there is a legitimate educational interest to do so (for example, when a finding of responsibility impacts the respondent’s participation in a University program, or as necessary to implement accommodations for a reporter). If Northwestern University is not a student’s home institution (e.g., students who are studying abroad or on exchange at Northwestern), the University reserves the right to notify the student’s home institution of serious violations of University policy or accommodations related to a student’s enrollment at the home institution.

Record of the Hearing

Records of all hearings are kept by the Office of Student Conduct. Any party involved is welcome to take written notes during interviews and hearings, but audio or video recordings and typed transcripts by the parties are not allowed. Any exception to this policy is the sole discretion of the Director of Student Conduct. Deliberations by conduct administrators or Panels are never recorded by means of audio or vid- eotaping and no transcripts are kept, and the University does not allow for the recording or transcribing of these proceedings.

Also to help protect the privacy interests of the parties, while the reporter and the respondent are in possession of the investigative report, they are not permitted to duplicate it or in any way retain a copy (including electronically) at the conclusion of the case. If a reporter or respondent wishes to view any portion of the student conduct case record, they may schedule an appointment to view the information in the Office of Student Conduct. Copies of such records are not provided to the reporter or the respondent and cannot be made by the reporter or respondent. Any exception to this policy is in the sole discretion of the UHAS OSC. Conduct case records are only shared in accordance with FERPA and other University records policies.

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The parties in all cases resolved through a Panel Hearing, as well as cases resolved through an Administrative Hearing that resulted in a separation from the University may request an Appeal. A reporter or respondent (and a victim, if the victim is not the reporter, in a case of a crime of violence) may request an appeal of the outcome of the hearing in writing to the Director of Student Conduct within a reasonable time as designated in the outcome letter (typically within 5 calendar days of their receipt of the outcome). The original finding and sanction are presumed to have been decided reasonably and appropriately, and the only grounds for appeal are as follows:

• New information discovered after the hearing that could not have reasonably been available at the time of the hearing and is of a nature that could materially change the outcome • Procedural errors within the student conduct process that may have substantially affected the fairness of the hearing • An outcome (findings or sanctions) that was manifestly contrary to the weight of the information presented during the case (i.e., obviously unreasonable and unsupported by the great weight of information) The Appeal is not a rehearing of the case; it is a written statement specifically stating the grounds for the appeal and any supporting information. In cases involving multiple parties, the non-appealing party will be able to review the request for appeal and will be given an opportunity to submit a written response to the Appellate Panel within the same time designated for the request for appeal. The appealing party will be able to review the response.

Similar to the original investigation and hearing, the Appeal and response to the Appeal may not include any character or expert witness

Northwestern Student Handboook statements. The Appeal is solely conducted via written statements. Neither the respondent nor the reporter will be allowed to request an in-person meeting with the Appellate Panel. In an extraordinary circumstance, the Appellate Panel may request an in-person meeting with the reporter and respondent. Should the Appellate Panel request a meeting with one party, a meeting will also be requested with the other party.

The Appellate Panel will review the Appeal, the investigator’s report, and the case record. The Appellate Panel may consult in confidence with other members of the University community in order to substan- tiate the grounds for appeal or to seek clarification of issues raised in the Appeal. (Examples might include, but are not limited to, consulting the investigator for the case on the specifics of the findings or consulting a conduct administrator about the student conduct process.)

| 118 | The Appellate Panel may review the full case, beyond the aspects of the case outlined in the request for Appeal. If the Appellate Panel does not find that any of the grounds for appeal are present in the case, the Panel will uphold the outcome (findings and sanctions) of the Hearing Officers/ Panel. If the Appellate Panel finds that any of the grounds for appeal are present in the case, they may amend the decision of the original Hearing Officer/Panel or may issue a new outcome (findings and sanctions). The Appellate Panel has final authority to determine the outcome of the case. No additional appeal or review can be requested or granted and all sanctions will take effect immediately. In an extraordinary circumstance, the Appellate Panel may refer the case back to the Hearing Officer or Panel for further review. In this case, the Appellate panel may recommend that alternate policies or sanctions be considered. Additionally, if a case is referred back to the Hearing Officer/Panel, the new decision of the Hearing Officer/Panel is considered final (no additional Appeal will be granted).

A written decision will be delivered to both parties by the Office of Student Conduct within a reasonable amount of time following receipt of the Appellate Panel’s decision.

Appellate Panel

An Appellate Panel will be appointed by the Vice President for Student Affairs, or designee, and will be trained annually by the Office of Student Conduct. The Appellate Panel will be made up of senior-level administrators and academic leaders who represent the Division of Student Affairs and the Office of the Provost. Three members of the Appellate Panel must be involved in each appeal decision, and decisions are made by a majority vote. In times of exigent circumstances, a conduct administrator or hearing panel member who has had no previous involvement in the case can be assigned by the OSC to fill in for a member of the Appellate Panel to ensure expediency of the decision. The Panel Coordinator or designee will be privy to all Appellate Panel discussions to ensure compliance with the UHAS procedures. UHAS

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Summary resolution involves administrative action taken when exigent circumstances require immediate action to protect the safety of the University community. These actions take the place of formal resolutions through the UHAS system, are considered final, and are not subject to further review or appeal.

Relocation or Removal from Housing

The Executive Director of Residential Services, or designee, has the authority to take administrative actions regarding the housing of students who live on campus, including relocating a student to a new room or residence hall or removing a student from on-campus housing. The Associate Vice President of Student Auxiliary Services, or designee, has the authority to take administrative actions regarding the housing of students who live in fraternity/sorority-affiliated on-campus housing, including relocating a student or removing a student from fraternity/sorority-affiliated on-campus housing. These actions are considered final and are not subject to further review. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT UHAS

Status of a Student/Group Pending Administrative Review or Appeal

Until a final resolution is determined, the status of a student/group will not change unless interim restrictions have been imposed to protect the health and safety of the student/ group or the University

Northwestern Student Handboook community. A student with disciplinary action pending, however, may not participate in commencement exercises until their case is resolved. A student currently on leave, suspended, or withdrawn from North- western who has a pending disciplinary matter is not eligible to seek reenrollment or readmission until that matter is resolved.

Effect of Withdrawal

If at any time after the University receives a report and prior to the final decision in a case, a respondent withdraws from the University, the respondent should expect the university to bring the case to resolution. If a good faith effort to participate in the appropriate process is not exhibited by the respondent, the university may elect to resolve the matter without that student’s participation.

| 120 | If a party withdraws from the University while any appeal initiated by that party is pending, that party’s withdrawal shall constitute a withdrawal of the appeal, and the finding from the last decision shall become final.

Disciplinary Hold

At any time after the filing of a report, the Office of Student Conduct may place a student conduct hold on the academic and/or financial records of any student pending the outcome of proceedings or to enforce a student conduct sanction. A student conduct hold may prevent, among other things, registration, enrollment, matriculation, the release of transcripts, and graduation and the awarding of a degree.

Violations of the Law and the Student Code of Conduct

Students may be accountable to both legal authorities and to the University for acts that violate local, state, or federal laws. (Students are encouraged to seek advice of legal counsel when they face criminal charges.) Disciplinary action through the UHAS concurrent with criminal action does not subject a student to “double jeopardy.”

The University operates under different policies, procedures, and standards and thus is not bound by the findings of a court of law. If the court’s outcome satisfies the University’s interests, such outcome may be recorded on the student’s student conduct record without invoking the University student conduct process. Should any criminal proceeding result in a felony conviction, as a result of an incident on or off campus, the Vice President for Student Affairs reserves the right to summarily expel a student. This action is considered final and is not subject to further review.

University disciplinary action will normally proceed during the pendency of a criminal or civil action. Legal action may similarly proceed during pendency of a student conduct case and is not subject to restrictions placed by the University. A student may request, however, UHAS that the University student conduct process be placed on hold until criminal actions are resolved. The Director of Student Conduct or designee, will decide whether this request will be granted. In such a case, interim restrictions may be imposed. The University reserves the right to proceed with the student conduct process at any point. The granting of any hold is at the full and sole discretion of the University.

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Northwestern Student Handboook | 122 | Complaints against Faculty and Staff

Where there exists a complaint against a member of the faculty, administration, or other staff of the University, there are established procedures for handling such complaints. A complaint against a faculty member should be filed with the appropriate dean and/or with the Office of Human Resources. A complaint against a member of the administration or staff should be filed with the appropriate superior and/or the Office of Human Resources.

Title IX–related cases concerning members of the faculty or staff or third parties can be filed directly with the Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equity. Additional information can be found in the Policy on Sexual Misconduct. UHAS

| 123 | Northwestern Student Handboook | 124 | | 124 SEXUAL MISCONDUCT of Equity to receive support, resources, and information even if they if they even and information resources, support, receive to Equity of Process with the Complaint Resolution forward move wish to do not III(A) (“Participation see section Please III below. described in Section Individuals impacted by sexual misconduct may contact the Office contact may misconduct sexual by Individuals impacted . Such conduct violates North- violates conduct Such Harassment . on Discrimination and Policy ing of conduct or behavior that may not meet these standards, community these standards, meet not may that or behavior conduct ing of all individuals. the dignity of and promoting ing this policy in any form. The University expects that all interpersonal relationships all interpersonal that expects The University form. in any be based nature—will an intimate those of and interactions—especially in Process”) for more information. information. more for in Process”) steps within its control to eliminate, prevent, and address the reported the reported and address prevent, eliminate, to within its control steps western’s values and disrupts the living, learning, and working environment and working learning, the living, and disrupts values western’s limited to, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, stalking, dating or domestic dating stalking, exploitation, sexual assault, sexual to, limited discrimina- also prohibits Northwestern harassment. and sexual violence, er the University has jurisdiction over the parties involved and take and take the parties involved over has jurisdiction er the University on mutual respect, open communication, and clear consent. When learn- consent. and clear open communication, on mutual respect, conduct. The University will also assist in identifying external reporting reporting in identifying external assist will also The University conduct. individuals. impacted to resources appropriate provide and/or options disciplinary action. However, for every report, the Office of Equity will of the Office report, every for However, disciplinary action. otherwise affect the University’s working or learning environments, environments, or learning working the University’s affect otherwise der identity, gender expression, and parental status under the University’s under the University’s status parental and expression, gender der identity, conduct of standards the following adopted has the University this policy, of iden- gender orientation, sexual gender, the sex, of all regardless to equally - in uphold role an active take to expected are and the University members bers of our community are safe, secure, and free from sexual misconduct sexual from and free secure, safe, our community are of bers no longer affiliated with the University at the time of the complaint at the time with the University affiliated no longer - wheth determine to conduct the reported of the circumstances review regardless of whether the reported conduct occurred on or off campus. campus. on or off occurred conduct the reported whether of regardless for students, faculty, staff, and other community members. In furtherance members. community and other staff, faculty, students, for as as well and staff, faculty, our community – students, of all members for and interns, volunteers, guests, visitors, contractors, vendors, University ty), the University may be unable to conduct an investigation or take or take an investigation conduct to be unable may the University ty), that occur in the context of a University program or activity or that or that or activity program a University of occur in the context that - gen orientation, sexual pregnancy, sex, of on the basis tion and harassment third parties – with respect to sexual misconduct. These standards apply These standards misconduct. sexual to parties – with respect third the individuals involved. of any of expression or gender tity, Northwestern is committed to fostering an environment in which all mem- in which an environment fostering to is committed Northwestern Northwestern may investigate any reported violations of this policy this policy of violations reported any investigate may Northwestern Northwestern prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct, including but not misconduct, sexual of all forms prohibits Northwestern If the respondent is not a member of the University community or is the University a member of is not If the respondent PURPOSE PURPOSE POLICY STATEMENT POLICY - the Universi or left has graduated (including when the respondent JURISDICTION

Northwestern Student Handboook | 126 | Sexual Misconduct | 127 | - laws-defini html tions-facts. western.edu/ ble state law law state ble California and California Washington, D.C. D.C. Washington, Illinois, Florida, Florida, Illinois, - the applica - sexual-miscon duct/title-IX/ definitions in definitions can be found can be found - at www.north 1 Information on 1 Information 1 Sexual Assault Sexual Exploitation Sexual Harassment Sexual Stalking University Policy on Non-Retaliation Policy see also the University Retaliation— Dating/Domestic Violence Consent informed service to people of all identities and expressions. of people service to informed includes but is not limited to: providing reasonable accommodations to to accommodations reasonable providing to: limited is not includes but all members of the Northwestern community. The Office is cognizant of is cognizant The Office community. the Northwestern of all members individual initiating sexual contact or initiating a new type of sexual sexual type of a new or initiating contact sexual individual initiating before consent is present that ensure to within an encounter activity activity. during sexual consent is ongoing and that acting and intentions when it comes to sexual behavior, and to do so before do so before and to behavior, sexual when it comes to and intentions staff, and the method and tone of the services we provide. Accessibility Accessibility provide. the services we of and tone and the method staff, Criminal and other applicable state laws may use different definitions definitions use different may laws state applicable Criminal and other engaging in intimate conduct. It is always the requirement of the of the requirement It is always conduct. engaging in intimate Consent represents the cornerstone of respectful and healthy intimate intimate and healthy respectful of the cornerstone Consent represents of these terms. of policy. The definitions are intended to give meaning to these terms in to these meaning to give intended are The definitions policy. persons with disabilities, including mental health concerns, providing providing concerns, including mental health with disabilities, persons relationships. Northwestern expects its community members to com- to its community members expects Northwestern relationships. wishes, actions, – about their and clearly honestly, – openly, municate the context of the Northwestern community, and can be accessed in and can be community, the Northwestern of the context below: using the links the policy translation services, and providing competent, respectful, and trauma and trauma respectful, competent, providing and services, translation the physical accessibility of our space, the cultural competency of our our of competency the cultural space, our of accessibility the physical DEFINITIONS IMPLEMENTATION IMPLEMENTATION The following terms and definitions are importantof this components are and definitions terms The following The Office of Equity is committed to making our services accessible to our services accessible to making Equity is committed of The Office ACCESSIBILITY 1. Consent • • • • • • • - - - slurring speech, difficulty finding words). words). difficulty finding speech, slurring with, or how or why one became engaged in sexual interaction); interaction); in sexual one became engaged or why or how with, walking or standing without stumbling or assistance); or assistance); without stumbling or standing walking who one is there, one got how one is, where of awareness of lack Lack of awareness of circumstances or surroundings (for example, example, (for or surroundings circumstances of awareness of Lack example, (for reason any for communicate effectively Inability to Lack of full control over physical movements (for example, difficulty example, (for movements physical over control full of Lack able person in the same position knew or should have known whether whether known have or should in the same position knew person able of the drug. by use influence or impaired being under the beyond state the other party could or could not consent to the sexual activity. It is activity. the sexual consent to not party or could the other could - reason a sober, will consider whether the University consent, provide ness or intoxication. When drug use is involved, incapacitation is a incapacitation use is involved, When drug ness or intoxication. - drunken beyond is a state incapacitation is involved, When alcohol is aware of both their own and the other person’s level of intoxication intoxication of level person’s and the other their own both of is aware or drugs by or impaired Being intoxicated consent. give and capacity to consent. obtain to the responsibility one from excuse does not alcohol untarily) or being in a state of unconsciousness, sleep, or other state in state other or sleep, unconsciousness, of or being in a state untarily) ized determination. ized especially important, therefore, that anyone engaging in sexual activity activity engaging in sexual anyone that therefore, important, especially commit sexual misconduct. misconduct. commit sexual age of consent is 17 in Illinois), physical condition, or disability that or disability that condition, physical is 17 in Illinois), consent of age one could why Reasons consent. give ability to the individual’s impairs or invol (voluntarily or alcohol drugs of consumption to, limited not are which the person is unaware that sexual activity is occurring. activity sexual that is unaware the person which When determining whether a person has the capacity to has the capacity to a person whether When determining do so. ty to lack capacity to give consent due to a physical condition include, but condition include, a physical to consent due give to capacity lack mining whether an individual is incapacitated requires an individual requires an individual is incapacitated mining whether Consent is not present when an individual does not have the capacity the have does not individual when an present is not Consent tion of drugs or alcohol may include, but are not limited to: limited not but are include, may or alcohol drugs tion of Some indicators of a lack of capacity to give consent due to consump- consent due to give to capacity of a lack of Some indicators Being intoxicated or impaired by drugs or alcohol is never an excuse to to an excuse is never alcohol or drugs by or impaired Being intoxicated to give consent, voluntarily or involuntarily, due to age (generally, the (generally, age to due or involuntarily, voluntarily consent, give to A person may appear to be giving consent but may not have the capaci- have not but may be giving consent to appear may A person Alcohol and other drugs impact each individual differently, and deter differently, individual each impact drugs and other Alcohol A. Capacity to consent to Capacity A. • • •

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Consent must exist at the time of the sexual the sexual the time of at exist Consent must and ongoing: Present acceptance of an invitation to go to a private room or location, or or location, room a private to go to an invitation of acceptance All individuals understand, are aware of, and agree as as and agree of, aware are understand, individuals All Knowing: activity. Consent to previous sexual activity does not imply consent imply not does activity sexual previous Consent to activity. consent to constitute does not with one person activity in sexual sexual or intimate activity). activity). or intimate sexual sexual activity), force (violence, physical restraint, or the presence or the presence restraint, physical (violence, force activity), sexual going on a date. on a date. going stood as consent. Consent cannot be inferred by an individual’s an individual’s by be inferred Consent cannot as consent. stood submission, or the lack of verbal or physical resistance (including (including resistance or physical verbal of or the lack submission, withdrawn at any time, provided the person withdrawing consent withdrawing the person provided time, any at withdrawn lying), coercion (severe or persistent pressure causing fear of sig- of fear causing pressure or persistent (severe coercion lying), words or actions” that reveal one’s expectations and agreement to to and agreement expectations one’s reveal that or actions” words engage in sexual activity with another person. Consent may also be Consent may person. with another activity in sexual engage of a weapon), threats (indications of intent to harm, whether direct direct whether harm, to intent of (indications threats a weapon), of omission about or material (misrepresentation or fraud or indirect), gain permission for to in order situation or the present oneself of respondent’s intimidation (extortion, menacing behavior, bul menacing behavior, (extortion, intimidation respondent’s of engage in specific sexual activity. This means that silence, passivity, passivity, silence, This means that activity. specific sexual in engage location), “when” (same time), and “how” (the same way and under way (the same “how” and (same time), “when” location), does not imply consent to other sexual acts. Consent to engage engage Consent to acts. sexual other consent to imply does not nificant consequences from respondent if one does not engage in engage respondent if one does not nificant consequences from manner of dress, the giving or acceptance of gifts, the extension or the extension gifts, of the giving or acceptance dress, manner of makes that known in clearly understandable words or actions. or actions. words understandable in clearly known that makes to later sexual acts; similarly, consent to one type of sexual activity activity sexual one type of consent to similarly, acts; sexual later to the lack of a “no”) should not – in and of themselves – be under themselves of – in and not should “no”) a of the lack to the “who” (same partners), “what” (same acts), “where” (same (same “where” acts), (same “what” (same partners), “who” the to activity. the sexual of the same conditions) Consent must be freely given and cannot be the result be the result and cannot given be freely Consent must Voluntary: Consent must take the form of “clearly understandable understandable “clearly of the form take Consent must Active: — — — — . . contact present and ongoing agreement to engage in specific sexual or intimate in specific sexual agreement to engage ongoing present and standable words or actions manifest a knowing, active, voluntary, and and voluntary, active, a knowing, manifest or actions words standable Consent must be all of the following: following: the all of be Consent must - under when clearly is present consent policy, this of purposes For B. Aspects of Valid Consent Consent Valid of Aspects B. — — — — -

in which the incident occurred. In Illinois, the age the age In Illinois, occurred. the incident in which 2 under the statutory age of consent under the laws of the of consent under the laws of age under the statutory Sexual intercourse with a person who is with a person intercourse Sexual rape: Statutory Knowingly touching or touching Knowingly consent: without contact Sexual Any penetration of of penetration Any consent: without penetration Sexual a position of authority or trust over the victim, the age of of the age the victim, over or trust authority a position of ingly touching a person with one’s own genitals or breasts, or breasts, genitals own with one’s a person touching ingly state is not present; any penetration of the mouth of another another of the mouth of penetration any present; is not when consent is not present. present. when consent is not er slight, of the sex organs or anus of another person by an by person another or anus of organs the sex of er slight, clothing, bodily fluids, or with an object. It also includes or with an object. fluids, bodily clothing, present, when consent is not or inducing a person, causing of consent is 17 years old. However, if the offender is in if the offender However, old. consent is 17 years of consent is 18. object or any part of the body. part the body. of any or object - or know or buttocks, breasts, genitals, a person’s fondling person with a sex organ when consent is not present; or present; is not when consent organ with a sex person when consent is person on another sex oral performing howev or intrusion, penetration This includes present. not to similarly touch or fondle oneself or someone else. or someone oneself or fondle touch similarly to the sex organs or anus of another person when consent when consent person another or anus of organs the sex

This includes contact done directly or indirectly through through or indirectly done directly This includes contact without that person’s consent; consent; person’s without that observe the sexual or intimate activity of another person person another of activity or intimate the sexual observe Sexual voyeurism or permitting others to witness or to or permitting others voyeurism Sexual

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iii. ii. i. ing or willfully encouraging any such act, is also considered a violation a violation is also considered act, such any encouraging ing or willfully working environment for students, faculty, staff, and other community community and other staff, faculty, students, for environment working when they are done via electronic means, methods or devices): or devices): methods means, done via electronic are when they violates our community values and disrupts the living, learning, and learning, the living, values and disrupts our community violates of this policy. An act may violate one or more parts this policy. of more one or violate may An act this policy. of privacy of another when consent is not present. present. when consent is not another of privacy members. Therefore, the University prohibits the actions listed below. below. listed the actions prohibits the University Therefore, members. Northwestern prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct. Such conduct conduct Such misconduct. sexual of all forms prohibits Northwestern B. Sexual Exploitation: Exploitation: Sexual B. - well as assist as in this policy, identified an act commit to An attempt This includes, but is not limited to, the following actions (including actions the following to, limited but is not This includes, Taking sexual advantage of another person or violating the sexual the sexual or violating person another of advantage sexual Taking A. Sexual Assault A. Sexual 2. Prohibited Conduct 2. Prohibited incidents Illinois law Illinois law will apply in will apply that occur that (e.g., study study (e.g., programs), programs), policy. determining determining outside the U.S. of this of abroad abroad a violation 2. For For 2. Northwestern Student Handboook | 130 | • Indecent or lewd exposure or inducing others to expose 3.Breast-feeding 3 a child is not themselves when consent is not present ; indecent. • Recording any person engaged in sexual or intimate activi- 4.Please note that ty in a private space without that person’s consent; actions need not be sexual in • Distributing sexual information, images, or recordings nature to consti- about another person without that person’s consent; tute stalking. • Recruiting, harboring, transporting, providing, or obtaining another person for the purpose of sexual exploitation; • Inducing incapacitation in another person with the intent to engage in sexual conduct, regardless of whether prohibited sexual conduct actually occurs.

C. Stalking: Knowingly engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that one knows or should know would cause a reasonable person to fear for their safety (or the safety of a third party) or suffer substan- tial emotional distress.

Conduct that can amount to stalking may include two or more actions directed at another person4, whether done directly, indirectly, through others, via devices, or via any other methods or means (specifically including electronic means e.g. cyberstalking), including but not limited to:

• Following a person; • Being or remaining in close proximity to a person; • Entering or remaining on or near a person’s property, residence, or place of employment; • Monitoring, observing, or conducting surveillance of a person; • Threatening (directly or indirectly) a person; • Communicating to or about a person; • Giving gifts or objects to, or leaving items for, a person; • Interfering with or damaging a person’s property (including pets); or • Engaging in other unwelcome contact.

D. Dating/Domestic Violence: Sexual Misconduct Dating violence is any violence (including but not limited to emotional, physical, sexual, and financial abuse or threat of abuse) between two people who are or have been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature. The existence of such a relationship will depend on the length and type of the relationship and the frequency of interactions between the persons involved. | 131 | - - the envi individual felt (meaning the impacted and subjectively an individual from participating in or benefitting from the Univer from participating in or benefitting an individual from The activities. and/or programs or employment education sity’s itly or implicitly, a term or condition of a person’s employment, ac- employment, a person’s or condition of a term or implicitly, itly and/or program University participationor any in standing, ademic decisions affecting University as the basis for or is used activity, existence of a hostile environment is to be judged both objectively objectively both be judged is to environment a hostile of existence ronment was hostile). hostile). was ronment ment exists when the conduct is sufficiently severe, persistent, or persistent, severe, is sufficiently when the conduct ment exists or deprives limits, with, interferes it unreasonably that pervasive the individual (often referred to as “quid pro quo” harassment); or harassment); quo” pro “quid as to referred the individual (often - environ A hostile environment. a hostile creates conduct Such - either explic is made, conduct such of or rejection Submission to (meaning a reasonable person would find the environment hostile) hostile) find the environment would person (meaning a reasonable Unwelcome sexual advances; advances; sexual Unwelcome or massaging; hugging, kissing, touching, Unwelcome parts the body; of to Unnecessary references Sexual innuendoes, gestures, or humor; or or humor; gestures, innuendoes, Sexual or posters. pictures, graffiti, Sexual Pressure for a dating, romantic, or intimate relationship; relationship; or intimate romantic, a dating, for Pressure activity; sexual or forced for Pressure

II. I. also be considered domestic violence. Examples of domestic violence violence domestic of Examples violence. domestic also be considered financial and sexual, emotional, physical, to limited not are include but abuse. of abuse or threat where: E. Sexual Harassment: Harassment: E. Sexual - in com a child share who relationship, or romantic in an intimate been partners. or intimate as spouses together lived or have or who live mon, Sexual harassment is any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature nature a sexual of conduct unwelcome is any harassment Sexual Examples of conduct that may constitute sexual harassment include: include: harassment sexual constitute may that conduct of Examples Domestic violence is violence between two people who are or have or have are who people two between violence is violence Domestic Violence against any person by that person’s caretaker or guardian or guardian caretaker person’s that by person any against Violence (such as abuse against an elderly, young, or disabled person) may may person) or disabled young, an elderly, abuse against as (such • • • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 132 | 3. Reporting

A. Sexual Misconduct Reporting Options The University encourages reporting of sexual misconduct. Members of the University community who believe they have experienced sexual misconduct have the right to choose whether or not to report the incident to the University or law enforcement, and have the right to choose whether to engage with the University once the University receives a report. The information below is for individuals who wish to report incidents of sexual misconduct.

I. Reporting Incidents to the University

An individual who has experienced sexual misconduct may choose to report the incident to the Office of Equity. Anyone wishing to make a report of sexual misconduct to the Office of Equity may do so in person, by email, by regular mail, by phone, or electronically as explained below. Individuals impacted by sexual misconduct may contact the Office of Equity to receive support, resources, and information even if they do not wish to move forward with the Complaint Resolution Process described in Section III below. Please see section III(A) (“Par- ticipation in Process”) for more information. To speak to someone confidentially without making a report to the University, please see the Confidential Resources listed in Section II(A) below.

While anonymous reports will be reviewed by the Office of Equity, the University’s ability to address misconduct reported by anonymous sources is significantly limited.

There is no time limit for reporting an incident of sexual misconduct. However, the University encourages reports be made as soon as possible after the incident. The passing of time makes reviewing the evidence more difficult and the memories of involved parties may become less reliable. The Office of Equity reserves the right to investigate or otherwise address any report, regardless of when it is made, based on concern for the safety or well-being of the University community.

The staff identified below are specially trained to work with individuals who report or are accused of sexual misconduct and have knowledge about on- and off-campus resources, services, and options—including the availability of interim measures, as discussed below in Sexual Misconduct Section I(F)(4).

| 133 | [email protected] [email protected] www.northwestern.edu/ethics/ Colleen Johnston Johnston Colleen Office of Equity of Office Office of Equity of Office (847) 491-3881 (866) 294-3545 (847) 467-6571 Amanda DaSilva 1800 Sherman, Suite 4-500, Evanston Evanston 4-500, Suite 1800 Sherman, 1800 Sherman, Suite 4-500, Evanston Evanston 4-500, Suite 1800 Sherman, Email: Email: Phone: Phone: Phone: Contact: Contact: Website: Location: Location: complaints, by phone or online by complaints, EthicsPoint Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students for Coordinator IX Title Deputy Title IX Coordinator Coordinator IX Title Third-party service for reporting complaints, including anonymous including anonymous reporting complaints, Third-party service for . www.bit.ly/NUReportSexualMisconduct and options will be sent in response to reports filed electronically. filed reports to will be sent in response and options a report of sexual misconduct with the Office of Equity: Equity: of with the Office misconduct sexual of a report Individuals may use the form at the following link to electronically file file electronically link to the following at use the form Individuals may An immediate auto-response email with information about resources about resources email with information auto-response An immediate Other University Reporting Options Reporting University Other To File a Report Electronically Electronically a Report File To

Northwestern Student Handboook | 134 | Upon receipt of a report, an Office of Equity staff member will contact the person who may have experienced sexual misconduct. The outreach from the Office of Equity staff member will generally include information about: medical and confidential counseling and support resources; options for pursing a complaint and/or reporting the incident to law enforcement; how to request a protective order or no-contact directive; how to request interim measures from the University; how to preserve evidence; and where to access more information. The outreach will also include an invitation to meet with or provide additional information to an Office of Equity staff member.

II. Reporting Incidents to Law Enforcement

An individual who has experienced sexual misconduct has the right to choose whether to file a police report. Northwestern University encourages individuals to report incidents of sexual misconduct to University Police or local law enforcement. Filing a police report can result in the investigation of whether sexual violence or related crimes occurred and the prosecution of the perpetrator. Timely reporting to the police is an important factor in successful investigation and prosecution of crimes, including sexual violence.

The Office of Equity provides information on contacting local and campus law enforcement and will assist an individual in doing so. However, the Office of Equity will not compel an individual to go to law enforcement.

The Northwestern University Police has a written guarantee for sexual 5 For additional violence survivors (www.northwestern.edu/up/your-safety/ information, see Northwestern’s sexual-violence/university-police-guarantee.html) that reflects its Resource Guide commitment to sensitivity and privacy. University Police can also as- on Sexual sist in reviewing options with survivors and identifying and facilitating Misconduct and Title IX resources related to: (www. northwestern. • Seeking medical attention; edu/sexual- misconduct/ • Seeking support, advocacy, and counseling services; docs/TitleIX ResourceGuide. • Seeking protective orders from a court; pdf). Print copies are available • Pursuing options under the University’s sexual misconduct investi- by contacting the Office of gation process. Equity, at (847) Employees of the University Police are University employees and there- 467-6165 or TitleIXCoordina- fore are obligated to promptly report incidents of sexual misconduct of tor@northwest- which they become aware during the scope of their work as explained ern.edu. Sexual Misconduct below in Section I(F)(3)b. Employees of the University Police will make reports to the Office of Equity regardless of whether the individual who experienced the sexual misconduct chooses to pursue criminal charges.

| 135 | (covers Chicago campus) Chicago (covers districts/18th-district-near-north/ www.chicagopolice.org/community/ www.northwestern.edu/up/ www.northwestern.edu/up/ www.cityofevanston.org/police/ 911 or (847) 866-5000 (24 hours) 911 or (847) 866-5000 911 or (312) 744-4000 (24 hours) 847) 491-3456 (24 hours) 847) 491-3456 (312) 503-3456 (24 hours) (312) 503-3456 211 East Superior Street, Chicago Superior Street, 211 East 1454 Elmwood Avenue, Evanston Evanston Avenue, 1454 Elmwood 1201 Davis Street, Evanston Street, 1201 Davis 1160 North Larrabee Ave., Chicago Ave., 1160 North Larrabee Phone: Phone: Phone: Phone: Website: Website: Website: Chicago Campus: Campus: Chicago Chicago Campus: Chicago Evanston Campus: Evanston Evanston Campus: Evanston Sexual misconduct Sexual Incidents involving minors Incidents involving Chicago Police Department – 18th District Police Chicago Evanston Police Department Police Evanston Northwestern University Police Department Police University Northwestern

The University encourages all individuals – including encourages The University listed below. ate students with teaching or supervisory authority, are obligated to are supervisory authority, or ate students with teaching in become aware they which misconduct of sexual report promptly the scope of their work for the University to the Title IX Coordinator or Coordinator Title IX to the the University their work for the scope of II. Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students, unless they are a resource a resource are unless they Students, for Coordinator Title IX Deputy I. involving minors, which should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator Coordinator IX Title the to be reported should which minors, involving their supervisor (if the reporter also contact should Reporters as well. is a student), Students (if the reporter or the Dean of is an employee) students not referenced above – to report sexual misconduct. misconduct. sexual report – to above referenced not students of a child. This includes any and all incidents of sexual misconduct misconduct sexual and all incidents of This includes any a child. of - contrac and third-party volunteers, students, employees, University tors are obligated to report to the Illinois Department of Children the Illinois Department Children of to report to obligated are tors Police, in emergency situations) any suspected abuse and/or neglect neglect abuse and/or suspected any situations) in emergency Police, B. Reporting Obligations B. Reporting All University employees (including student employees) and gradu- employees) (including student employees All University all at Northwestern on Minors Policy in the University’s As stated & Family Services or applicable state agency (as well as University as University (as well agency state Services or applicable & Family

Northwestern Student Handboook | 136 | as well as notifying the Office of Risk Management and the Office of Compliance, Audit, and Advisory Services in writing that a report has been made.

4. Interim Measures and Support Services

Interim measures are individualized services offered as appropriate to either or both the reporting and responding parties involved in an incident of sexual misconduct, prior to an investigation or while an investigation is pending. Interim measures include counseling, extensions of time or other course-related adjustments, modifications of work or class schedules, campus escort services, restrictions on contact between the parties, changes in work or housing locations, leaves of absence, increased security and monitoring of certain areas of campus, and other similar accommodations. It may be appropriate for the Univer- sity to take interim measures during the investigation of a complaint.

Interim measures will be individualized and appropriate based on the information gathered by the Office of Equity, making every effort to avoid depriving any student of their education. The measures needed by each party may change over time, and the Office of Equity will communicate with parties throughout an investigation to ensure that any interim measures are necessary and effective based on the parties’ evolving needs.

As noted above, an individual may request to receive support – including the measures mentioned in this section – even if they do not choose to participate in the University’s Complaint Resolution Process.

5. Retaliation

Northwestern strictly prohibits retaliation against any member of its community for reporting an incident of sexual misconduct or for participating, in any manner, in an investigation or hearing related to a report of sexual misconduct. The University considers such actions to be protected activities in which all members of the Northwestern community may freely engage.

Members of the community are prohibited from engaging in actions, directly or through others, which are aimed to dissuade a reasonable party or a witness from reporting sexual misconduct or participating

in an investigation or hearing. A detailed definition of retaliation and Sexual Misconduct examples of retaliatory conduct are provided in the University’s Policy on Non-Retaliation.

The Northwestern community is strongly encouraged to report any potential incident of retaliation under this policy to the Title IX Coordi- nator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students, who shall assess the matter and take appropriate actions to address such conduct. | 137 | - -

ual misconduct or retaliation that involve an individual’s statements or statements an individual’s involve that or retaliation ual misconduct age consumption) or using drugs at the time of the incident may be may the incident the time of at drugs or using consumption) age student groups making a report of sexual misconduct. misconduct. sexual of making a report groups student speech. speech. interests can coexist. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation and retaliation harassment, Discrimination, can coexist. interests protected not community are the Northwestern of members against will consider academic freedom in the investigation of reports of sex reports of of in the investigation will consider academic freedom violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way the way to related publish policies and procedures and to violence, others at risk. Amnesty does not preclude or prevent action by police by action or prevent preclude does not Amnesty risk. at others to also apply may provision This Amnesty authorities. legal or other own conduct. To encourage reporting, an individual who makes a good a good who makes an individual reporting, encourage To conduct. own in the sexual and revealed to is related that violation policy or conduct Coordinator, with assistance of the Deputy Title IX Coordinators, to to Coordinators, IX Title the Deputy of with assistance Coordinator, ern’s policy to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus of Disclosure Clery Jeanne with the comply to policy ern’s expression or the proper exercise of academic freedom. The University The University freedom. academic of exercise or the proper expression hesitant to make a report because of potential consequences for their consequences for potential of because a report make hesitant to them or another at directed was that misconduct sexual of report faith a for the University by action disciplinary to be subject will not person determines the University unless report or investigation, misconduct coordinate Northwestern’s compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to and to VAWA and IX Title compliance with Northwestern’s coordinate or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA im- VAWA discrimination. sex participating in claims of or otherwise discrimination and harassment), which prohibits discrimination discrimination prohibits which and harassment), discrimination - It is also Northwest activities. and programs educational University’s freedom. The University is equally committed to creating and main- creating to committed is equally The University freedom. poses additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and and investigate to and colleges duties on universities poses additional or domestic and dating stalking, assault, sexual reports of to respond bers of its community, and firmly believes that these two legitimate legitimate these two that believes and firmly its community, of bers that the violation was serious and/or placed the health or safety of of the health or safety placed and/or serious was the violation that to remove any barriers to making a report. The University recognizes recognizes The University making a report. to barriers any remove to (including under alcohol has been consuming an individual who that these reports are handled. Northwestern has designated the Title IX IX Title the has designated Northwestern handled. are these reports taining a safe, healthy, and harassment-free environment for all mem- for environment and harassment-free healthy, taining a safe, Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the by as amended Act, and Campus Crimes Statistics Security Policy Northwestern is firmly committed to free expression and academic expression to free committed is firmly Northwestern Northwestern encourages reporting of sexual misconduct and seeks and seeks misconduct sexual of reporting encourages Northwestern It is the policy of Northwestern to comply with Title IX of the Education the Education of IX Title with comply to Northwestern of It is the policy Violence Against Women Act. Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting for retaliation prohibits IX Title Act. Women Against Violence (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the based on sex violence) and sexual harassment (including sexual 8. Title IX and VAWA Statement Statement VAWA and IX Title 8. Amendments of 1972 (and all other applicable laws regarding unlawful unlawful regarding laws applicable other 1972 (and all Amendments of Complainants and Witnesses Witnesses and Complainants 6. Amnesty for Sexual Misconduct Misconduct Sexual for Amnesty 6. 7. Free Expression and Academic Freedom Freedom Academic and Expression Free 7.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 138 | Sexual Misconduct | 139 | | 139 Sexual Violations Misconduct Sexual Campus access restrictions Campus access restrictions Conduct review Conduct tions) Suspension with pay Suspension with pay Suspension without pay Written warning warning Written Disciplinary suspension Revocation of offer (employment or admissions) (employment offer of Revocation Loss of pay increase increase pay of Loss Demotion Demotion Probation Probation Loss of oversight, teaching or supervisory responsibility or supervisory responsibility teaching oversight, of Loss Loss of privileges privileges of Loss No contact directive (with respect to an individual) an individual) to (with respect directive No contact - campus loca to NUPD (with respect issued by order No trespass Required training or education or education training Required Required counseling or coaching Required Performance improvement/management process process improvement/management Performance Disciplinary hold on academic and/or financial records records financial and/or on academic Disciplinary hold Verbal warning warning Verbal Advisory letter letter Advisory Transfer (employment) (employment) Transfer 1-800-421-3481 . or calling about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html Clery reporting related VAWA requirements. A person may also file a also file may A person requirements. VAWA related reporting Clery complaint with the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights for Civil Rights Office with the Departmentcomplaint Education’s of based on several factors, including the severity of the conduct and any and any the conduct of including the severity factors, based on several can include, actions and corrective Sanctions violations. prior policy to: limited not but are nity Commission regarding an alleged violation of Title VII by by calling by VII by Title of violation an alleged regarding nity Commission regarding an alleged violation of Title IX by visiting www2.ed.gov/ by IX Title of violation an alleged regarding respond to reports of violations. The University has directed its Clery its Clery directed has The University violations. of reports to respond When an individual violates this policy, sanctions are determined determined are sanctions this policy, When an individual violates Employees may also file a charge with the Equal Employment Opportu- Employment Equal the with charge a also file may Employees Program Manager to coordinate Northwestern’s compliance with the with compliance Northwestern’s coordinate to Manager Program G. Consequences of Violating this Policy this Violating of Consequences G. . www.eeoc.gov/employees/howtofile.cfm 1-800-669-4000 or visiting 1. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • - Retaliation Violations of Directives Related to Interim Measures Interim to Related Directives of Violations Expulsion Expulsion revocation degree of Recommendation tenure of Revocation Termination of employment employment of Termination contractors) (for contract of Termination include, but are not limited to, the actions referenced above in Section Section in above referenced the actions to, limited not but are include, but is not include, may which action, and disciplinary investigation in accordance with relevant policies and/or procedures and other and other procedures policies and/or with relevant in accordance be applied may retaliation for Sanctions tenure. of including revocation sanctions and corrective actions listed above, up to and including ex up to above, listed actions and corrective sanctions sures, and/or take other action to eliminate any hostile environment environment hostile any eliminate to action other take and/or sures, limited to, any of the sanctions and corrective actions listed in the listed actions and corrective the sanctions of any to, limited or termination of employment, including revocation of tenure. of including revocation employment, of or termination caused by the sexual misconduct, prevent the recurrence of any sexual sexual any of recurrence the prevent misconduct, sexual the by caused conduct complaint. complaint. conduct previous section, including expulsion or dismissal from the University; the University; or dismissal from including expulsion section, previous misconduct, and remedy the effects of the sexual misconduct on misconduct the sexual of the effects and remedy misconduct, particular situation. Sanctions and corrective actions will be imposed actions and corrective Sanctions particular situation. Faculty Handbook, Staff in the applicable forth set requirements sanctions, imposing to In addition or contracts. time, over be developed employment, of or termination the University; pulsion or dismissal from mis- sexual is a finding on the underlying there whether of regardless 3. to disciplinary action that may include, but is not limited to, any of the of any to, limited but is not include, may that disciplinary action to the complainant and the University community. Such measures may may measures Such community. the complainant and the University the University may take steps to remediate the effects of a violation on a violation of the effects remediate to steps take may the University parties and others. the impacted Following an investigation, the University may offer additional mea- additional offer may the University an investigation, Following Handbook, Student Handbook, other policies or handbooks that may may that or handbooks policies other Student Handbook, Handbook, I(F)(4), as well as training or other measures. measures. or other as training as well I(F)(4), subject are in retaliation engaged have to found Individuals who are Violations of directives related to interim measures may lead to an to lead may measures interim to related directives of Violations 2. The University may assign other sanctions as appropriate in each in each as appropriate sanctions assign other may The University • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 140 | | 140 H. Related Information 5.For additional information, see 1. University policies and procedures Northwestern’s Resource Guide • Faculty Handbook on Sexual Mis- conduct and Title • Non-Retaliation IX (http://www. northwestern.edu/ • Policy on Minors at Northwestern sexual-misconduct/docs/Title- • Staff Handbook IXResourceGuide. pdf). Print copies • Student Handbook are available by contacting the Office of Equity, at (847) 467-6165. 2. Other information

• Department of Education Office for Civil Rights complaint forms • EthicsPoint • Resource Guide on Sexual Misconduct and Title IX • Sexual Misconduct Response & Prevention resource page • University Police Annual Security & Fire Safety Report • University Police Guarantee for Sexual Assault Victims

I. History Supersedes policy revision dated August 2017. Original policy was adopted in January 2014 and was later revised in 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.

J. Policy URL http://www.northwestern.edu/sexual-misconduct/docs/ sexual_misconduct_policy.pdf

II. Resources5

A. Confidential Support, Advocacy, and Counseling

The following resources are available for individuals to discuss incidents and issues related to sexual misconduct on a confidential basis. Confidential resources are not obligated to disclose reports of sexual misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator for the University (under any circumstance) or law enforcement (except in very limited situations, such Sexual Misconduct as when failure to disclose the information would result in imminent danger to the individual or to others or as otherwise required by law).

| 141 | - 6* www.northwestern.edu/care [email protected] 633 Emerson Street, 3rd Floor 3rd Street, 633 Emerson (847) 491-2054 Resources Confidential Email: Phone: Website: Evanston Campus: Evanston CARE: Center for Awareness, Response & Education Response Awareness, for Center CARE: impact of trauma. CARE also hosts a trauma support group and support group a trauma also hosts CARE trauma. of impact support groups on and off campus. on and off support groups sity complaint resolution process. Advocates can provide a space can provide Advocates process. sity complaint resolution violence, relationship violence, or stalking, including friends or or stalking, violence, relationship violence, CARE is a confidential space for students impacted by sexual by sexual students impacted for is a confidential space CARE can connect with legal and medical advocacy, free counseling, and counseling, free and medical advocacy, with legal can connect partners of survivors. CARE can be an advisor through the Univer through can be an advisor CARE survivors. of partners to process, ask questions, safety plan, and learn more about the and learn more plan, safety ask questions, process, to patient care, such as work in labs, classrooms, or student advising. student or classrooms, in labs, as work such care, patient individual or to others or as otherwise required by law). by required or as otherwise others individual or to and are not obligated to disclose reports of sexual misconduct to the to misconduct sexual of reports disclose to obligated not and are - disclos resources, these of nature the confidential of because above, does resource a confidential from or seeking advice to ing information sult in a response or intervention by the University. A person consulting consulting A person University. the by or intervention sult in a response with a confidential resource may later decide to make a report to the to report a to make decide later may resource with a confidential enforcement (except in very limited situations, such as when failure as when failure such situations, limited in very (except enforcement Confidential resources can provide information about University and about University information can provide resources Confidential to report sexual misconduct of which they become aware through work not related to to related not work through aware become they which of misconduct sexual report to University and/or law enforcement. enforcement. law and/or University off-campus resources, support services and other options. As noted As noted options. support other and services resources, off-campus - re and will not University the complaint to or a report constitute not to disclose the information would result in imminent danger to the to in imminent danger result would the information disclose to sources with respect to information shared with them by patients, but are obligated obligated are but patients, by them with shared information to respect with sources work for the University (e.g. physicians), but are subject to the University’s reporting reporting University’s the to subject are but physicians), (e.g. University the for work obligation for information learned in connection with their work for the University University the for work their with in connection learned information for obligation - re confidential are physicians example, For relationship. a confidential of outside On-Campus On-Campus Title IX Coordinator for the University (under any circumstance) or law or law circumstance) any (under the University for Coordinator IX Title The Medical Resources in Section II(B) are also confidential resources resources also confidential II(B) are in Section The Medical Resources * Note: Some staff and faculty may be confidential resources in some aspect of their their of aspect in some resources confidential be may faculty and staff Some * Note: Sexual Violence Violence Sexual - in Higher Educa Preventing Preventing tion Act. tion Act. the University’s the University’s the Illinois designated as designated confidential advisor under 6. CARE is CARE 6. Northwestern Student Handboook | 142 | | 142 CAPS: Counseling and Psychological Services

Provides counseling services to students, also provides a counselor on call 24 hours a day.

Evanston Campus: 633 Emerson Street, 2nd Floor

Phone: (847) 491-2151 (24-hours)

Abbott Hall, 5th Floor Chicago Campus: 710 N. Lake Shore Drive

Phone: (847) 491-2151 (24-hours)

Website: www.northwestern.edu/counseling/

Religious & Spiritual Life

Provides spiritual counseling and advice for all members of the University community.

Evanston Campus: 1870 Sheridan Road

(847) 491-7256 Phone: (847) 864-7865 (after hours)

[email protected] Website: www.northwestern.edu/religious-life/

Faculty Wellness Program

Provides free consultations for faculty members to identify appropriate resources for personal and professional concerns. Resources may be offered over the phone, or faculty members can meet with the Faculty Wellness Program director for further discussion.

Director Contact: Richard A. Carroll, PhD

Phone: (312) 695-2323 Sexual Misconduct

Email: [email protected]

www.northwestern.edu/provost/ Website: faculty-resources/work-life/ faculty-wellness.html | 143 |

hotline.rainn.org/ (888) 293-2080 (877) 863-6338 (877) 718-1868 (800) 656-HOPE hotline) (online

www.northwestern.edu/hr/work-life/ employee-assistance-program.html (855) 547-1851 (24 hours) (24 hours) (855) 547-1851 Resources Confidential RAINN: Rape, Abuse & Abuse Rape, RAINN: Incest National Network National Incest Phone: Website: Chicago Domestic Violence Line: Violence Domestic Chicago Evanston Domestic Violence Line (YWCA): Line Violence Domestic Evanston such as what hospitals will have a victim advocate or SANE (Sexual (Sexual or SANE a victim advocate will have as what hospitals such Hotlines Employee Assistance Program Program Assistance Employee information regarding sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking. and stalking. violence, dating assault, sexual regarding information for faculty and staff, as well as their household family members at at members family as their household as well and staff, faculty for no cost. Survivors and friends of survivors can call. can call. survivors and friends of Survivors Note: the hotlines can also provide information on local hospitals, on local hospitals, information can also provide the hotlines Note: Provides confidential crisis intervention and short-term counseling intervention confidential crisis Provides Assault Nurse Examiner) available. Assault Nurse Examiner) available. All hotlines provide 24 hour (7 days/week) crisis counseling and 24 hour (7 days/week) provide hotlines All Chicago Metro Rape Crisis Hotline (YWCA): Rape Crisis Hotline Metro Chicago Off-Campus Off-Campus

Northwestern Student Handboook | 144 | | 144 Center on Halsted (LGBTQ Services)

Services include: counseling services; connecting individuals with professional help, law enforcement, agencies, services, and other providers.

3656 N. Halsted St, Chicago Main Office: (7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.)

LGTBQ Violence (773) 871-2273 Resource Line: (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

Website: www.centeronhalsted.org/

in*power (LGBTQ Survivor Support Services)

Services include: STI testing and treatment, short-term case management, linkage to community resources, holistic health referrals, support groups for young people and adults, legal advocacy

Main Office: 4025 N. Sheridan Rd, Chicago

Phone: (773) 388-1600 ext 7929

Website: [email protected]

Resilience (Formerly known as Rape Victim Advocates)

Services include: medical and legal advocacy, counseling services (individual and group). Services are free for survivors or friends/partners of survivors.

Main Office: 180 N. Michigan Ave, Suite 600, Chicago

Phone: (312) 443-9603

Website: www.ourresilience.org Sexual Misconduct

| 145 | www.ywca.org/evanston (847) 864-8445 [email protected] www.life-span.org www.centerforcontextualchange.org 9239 Gross Point Road, Skokie Road, Point 9239 Gross or a confidential assessment) (312) 408-1210 (847) 676-4447 x304 (for appointments appointments (847) 676-4447 x304 (for 1215 Church St, Evanston St, 1215 Church 70 E. Lake Street, Suite 700, Chicago, 700, Suite Street, Lake 70 E.

Email: Phone: Phone: Phone: Website: Website: Website: Location: Location: Location: Center for Contextual Change Contextual for Center Life Span Center for Legal Services and Advocacy Services Legal for Span Center Life individual and group counseling individual and group services, legal advocacy (i.e. assistance with Orders of Protection, Protection, of with Orders assistance (i.e. advocacy legal services, vidual and group counseling. counseling. vidual and group etc.), and counseling etc.), services and residential advocacy, legal violence, domestic Services include (for survivors of DV and SV and stalking): legal legal and stalking): and SV DV of survivors Services include (for Services for survivors of sexual and domestic/dating violence: indi- violence: and domestic/dating sexual of survivors Services for Services include: counseling and support for survivors of dating/ of survivors and support counseling for Services include: Services for perpetrators of sexual and domestic/dating violence: violence: and domestic/dating sexual of perpetrators Services for (emergency shelter) shelter) (emergency YWCA- Evanston YWCA-

Northwestern Student Handboook | 146 | | 146 Apna Ghar

Services include: 24/7 crisis line, legal advocacy, counseling, emergency shelter

4350 North Broadway, 2nd Floor Location: Chicago, IL 60613

Phone: (773) 334-4663

Website: www.apnaghar.org

Mujeres Latinas en accion

Services include: counseling, legal advocacy, medical advocacy

2124 West 21st Place Location: Chicago, IL 60608

Phone: (773) 890-7676

Website: www.mujereslatinasenaccion.org

Porchlight Counseling Services

Services include: free counseling for survivors of sexual and/or domestic/dating violence

4753 North Broadway, Ste. 632 Location: Chicago, IL 60640

(773) 750-7077 Phone: (confidential helpline and intake)

Website: www.porchlightcounseling.org Sexual Misconduct

| 147 | nvrdc.org dcrcc.org/ www.kanwin.org Offices in Chicago and Park Ridge Ridge Park and Offices in Chicago 5321 First Place NE 5321 First Washington, DC 20012 Washington, Washington, DC 20011 Washington, 202-232-0789 Business: 202-333-7273 Hotline: 6856 Eastern Avenue NW Avenue 6856 Eastern (202) 742-1727 (773) 583-1392 (Chicago) Ridge) (847) 299-1392 (Park 24-hour Hotline: (773) 583-0880 (773) 24-hour Hotline: TTY: 202-328-1371 TTY: Phone: Phone: Phone: Website: Website: Website: Location: Location: Location: Network for Victim Recovery of DC of Recovery Victim for Network DC Rape Crisis Center KAN-WIN ish); a 24-hour crisis hotline; community education & outreach community education hotline; a 24-hour crisis ish); immigration protection for Asian-American or Asian immigrant immigrant or Asian Asian-American for protection immigration survivors of sexual and/or domestic violence. violence. domestic and/or sexual of survivors victims of crime of victims Services include: free case management and legal services to services to and legal case management free Services include: Services include: Individual & group counseling (English and Span- Individual & group Services include: Services include: (multi-lingual) free counseling, legal advocacy advocacy legal counseling, free (multi-lingual) Services include: (assistance with protective orders/court accompaniment), and accompaniment), orders/court with protective (assistance

Northwestern Student Handboook | 148 | | 148 Kristi House (Miami)

Services include: connecting victims to case coordinators, thera- pists, prosecutors, medical professionals, law enforcement, and GAL services

1265 NW 12th Ave Location: Miami, FL 33136

Phone: (305) 547-6800

Website: www.kristihouse.org/

Survivors’ Pathway (Miami)

Services include: counseling and social services

1801 Coral Way, Suite 200 Location: Miami, Florida 33145

Phone: (786) 275-4364

Website: survivorspathway.org

San Francisco Women Against Rape

Services include: 24-hour crisis hotline, counseling and support groups, legal advocacy, medical accompaniment and advocacy, and case management

3543 18th Street #7 Location: San Francisco, CA 94110

(415) 861-2024 Phone: (415) 647-7273 (24-hour hotline)

Website: www.sfwar.org/contact.html Sexual Misconduct

| 149 | - traumarecoverycenter.org/ traumarecoverycenter.org/ San Francisco, CA 94110 CA San Francisco, (415) 437-3000 2727 Mariposa Street, Suite 100 Suite Street, 2727 Mariposa Phone: Website: Location: Seeking Confidential Medical Assistance in the United States States United in the Medical Assistance Seeking Confidential support services to survivors of interpersonal violence. violence. interpersonal of survivors support services to Services include: medical services for acute sexual assault and assault sexual acute services for medical Services include: Trauma Recovery Center (San Francisco) Center Recovery Trauma B. unsure of what they want to, or should, do next. Regardless of whether whether of Regardless do next. should, or to, want they what of unsure as when failure to disclose the information would result in imminent result would the information disclose to as when failure and perform a rape evidence collection procedure (see Section II(D)(2)), II(D)(2)), (see Section procedure collection evidence a rape and perform as soon as possible, even if they feel no injury was sustained. Medical Medical sustained. was no injury feel if they even as soon as possible, injuries and identify physical visible can treat providers assistance also address appropriate, where and, be visible, not may injuries that which are also strongly recommended to preserve all legal remedies. remedies. all legal preserve to recommended also strongly are which violence, is difficult and overwhelming. Survivors often experience a often Survivors overwhelming. and is difficult violence, encourages survivors of any form of violence to seek medical attention seek medical attention to violence of form any of survivors encourages danger to the individual or to others or as otherwise required by law). by required or as otherwise others the individual or to to danger cumstance) or law enforcement (except in very limited situations, such such situations, limited in very (except enforcement or law cumstance) concerns regarding sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy, and and pregnancy, infections transmitted sexually concerns regarding drugs) rape” “date (e.g., or drugs alcohol of the presence for can test misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator for the University (under any cir (under any the University for Coordinator IX Title the to misconduct provide emergency contraception (if requested). In addition, a hospital In addition, (if requested). contraception emergency provide range of emotions, including fear, anxiety, and confusion, and may be and may and confusion, anxiety, including fear, emotions, of range the individual chooses to report the incident, the University strongly strongly the University the incident, report to the individual chooses Experiencing any form of sexual misconduct, especially acts of of acts especially misconduct, sexual of form Experiencing any fidential resources and are not obligated to disclose reports of sexual reportsof sexual to disclose obligated not and are resources fidential As noted above, the Medical Resources in Sections II(B) are also con- II(B) are in Sections Resources the Medical above, As noted

Northwestern Student Handboook | 150 | 1. Medical Services Available On or Near the Evanston 7. All staff in University Health and Chicago Campuses Services (including all staff in the Office of Health 7 Northwestern University Health Services Promotion and Evidence collection kit cannot be provided; CARE staff can be Wellness, team contacted to provide support services, if desired. (See Procedures athletic trainers, and team physi- Section II(A) for more information on CARE). cians) are considered confidential Evanston Campus: 633 Emerson Street, Evanston resources.

(847) 491-8100 Phone: (RN call service available 24 hours)

www.northwestern.edu/healthservice- Website: evanston/ (for regular hours of operation and 24-hour emergency contact info)

Chicago Campus: 675 North St. Clair Suite 18-200, Chicago

Phone: (312) 695-8134

www.northwestern.edu/healthservice- chicago/index.html (for regular hours Website: of operation and 24-hour emergency contact info)

NorthShore University Health System/ Evanston Hospital, Emergency Dept. (24 hours) Evidence collection kit available at no charge; Evanston Police Victim Services advocate can be present to provide support services, if desired.

Location: 2650 Ridge Avenue, Evanston

Phone: (847) 570-2111 (emergency room)

www.northshore.org/locations/

our-hospitals/evanston-hospital/ Sexual Misconduct Website: (for more information or to request an appointment online)

| 151 | northwestern-memorial-hospital northwestern-memorial-hospital presence-saint-francis-hospital- www.presencehealth.org/ www.nm.org/locations/ evanston-emergency-care 355 Ridge Avenue, Evanston Evanston Avenue, 355 Ridge (847) 316-4000 (312) 926-5188 (emergency room) (312) 926-5188 (emergency (for more information) more (for 251 E Huron Street, Chicago Chicago Street, 251 E Huron Phone: Phone: Website: Website: Location: Location: victim services advocate can be present to provide support services, services, support can be present to provide victim services advocate if desired. if desired. Services (24 hours) Emergency Hospital, Francis St. Presence Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Emergency Emergency Hospital, Memorial Northwestern Department hours) (24 Evidence collection kit available at no charge; Evanston Police Police Evanston at no charge; collection kit available Evidence Evidence collection kit available at no charge; Advocate from Advocate kit available at no charge; collection Evidence if desired. services, support to provide will be present Resilience assault or violence, but individuals have the right to refuse to speak to to speak to refuse to the right but individuals have or violence, assault sustained an injury as a victim of a criminal offense, including sexual including sexual offense, a criminal of an injury as a victim sustained when it reasonably appears that the person requesting treatment has treatment requesting the person that appears when it reasonably Under Illinois law, medical personnel are required to alert police to required are medical personnel Under Illinois law, police. police.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 152 | 2. Medical Services Available Near the Miami, Florida Campus

Jackson Memorial Hospital Roxcy Bolton Rape Treatment Center (5.8 miles from campus) Evidence collection kit available at no charge.

1611 NW 12th Avenue Institute Location: Annex 1st Floor, Miami

Phone: (305) 585-7273

jacksonhealth.org/services- Website: rape-treatment.asp

3. Medical Services Available Near the Washington, D.C. Campus

MedStar Washington Hospital Center (2.9 miles from campus) Evidence collection kit available at no charge via DC Forensic Nurse Examiners; student can get a free Uber to MedStar by calling phone number below.

Location: 110 Irving Street NW, Washington, D.C.

Phone: (800) 641-4028

Website: www.medstarwashington.org/

4. Medical Services Available Near the San Francisco Campus

Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (7 miles from campus) Evidence collection kit available at no charge; additional/follow-up services available via their Rape Treatment Center.

Location: 1001 Potrero Avenue, San Francisco Sexual Misconduct

Phone: (415) 437-3000

Website: zuckerbergsanfranciscogeneral.org/

| 153 | incident and/or perpetrator. perpetrator. incident and/or individuals should consider not altering, disposing of, or disposing of, altering, not consider individuals should provider a medical assistance inform an individual should can so they as soon as possible enforcement law and/or the drink, from (e.g., evidence possible collect to attempt or other electronic communications, and by keeping keeping and by communications, electronic or other destroying any physical evidence of sexual misconduct. misconduct. sexual of evidence physical any destroying of shots taking screen by them and/or saving by nications the to relate documents that or copies of logs, pictures, text messages, instant messages, social networking pages, pages, social networking messages, instant messages, text through urine or blood sample). sample). urine or blood through Individuals can preserve evidence of electronic commu- electronic of evidence Individuals can preserve If there is suspicion that a drink may have been drugged, been drugged, have a drink may is suspicion that If there In order to best preserve their legal options in the future, in the future, options their legal preserve best to In order • • • Preserving Physical Evidence Physical Preserving General physical evidence preservation suggestions: suggestions: preservation evidence physical General C. and medical assistance providers may be submitted as evidence that that as evidence be submitted may providers and medical assistance - sugges each in mind that keep It is important to misconduct. sexual strongly encourages individuals who have experienced sexual miscon- sexual experienced individuals who have encourages strongly sexual misconduct often have legal options that they can pursue. For For can pursue. they that options legal have often misconduct sexual with the University. While the University does not conduct forensic forensic conduct does not the University While with the University. locality in which the incident occurred. For that reason, survivors of of survivors reason, that For occurred. the incident which in locality example, a survivor may seek a protective order from a court against from order seek a protective may a survivor example, Qatar (NU-Q) campus, please see Appendix A. Appendix A contains a A contains Appendix A. see Appendix please campus, (NU-Q) Qatar duct to preserve evidence to the greatest extent possible, as this will possible, extent the greatest to evidence preserve to duct agencies enforcement law by been conducted have that tests such of - and criminal prosecu investigation enforcement in a law or participate complete summary of information regarding reporting sexual mis- sexual reporting regarding information summary of complete supportat the support) (including confidential and receiving conduct best preserve all legal options for them in the future. in the future. them for options all legal preserve best provided proceeding, or investigation University a in considered be may misconduct is reported to the police or the University, Northwestern Northwestern the police or the University, to is reported misconduct tion may not apply in every incident: incident: in every apply not tion may they are available at the time of the investigation or proceeding. or proceeding. the investigation the time of at available are they tests for parties involved in a complaint of sexual misconduct, results results misconduct, sexual in a complaint of parties involved for tests the perpetrator(s); pursue a civil action against the perpetrator(s); and/ the perpetrator(s); against a civil action pursue the perpetrator(s); sexual of an incident whether of Regardless perpetrator(s). the tion of Below are suggestions for preserving evidence related to an incident of of an incident to related evidence preserving for suggestions are Below Many sexual misconduct offenses also are crimes in the state or in the state crimes also are offenses misconduct sexual Many NU-Q campus. NU-Q campus. For information regarding seeking medical assistance at the Doha, the Doha, at assistance medical seeking regarding information For

Additionally, such evidence may be helpful in pursuing a complaint in pursuing be helpful may evidence such Additionally, 1.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 154 | • Even if survivors choose not to make a complaint with the University regarding sexual misconduct, they may consider speaking with University Police or other law enforcement to preserve evidence. Please note that, as University employees, University Police would have to report the concern to the Title IX Coordinator. 2. Physical evidence preservation suggestions specific to sexual assault:

• Because some evidence, particularly evidence that may be located on the body, dissipates quickly (within 48-96 hours), individuals who have been sexually assaulted and wish to preserve evidence should go to a hospital or medical facility immediately to seek a medical examination and/or evidence collection. Under Illinois law, any cost for an emergency medical or forensic examination for a victim of sexual violence that is not covered by private insurance or Illinois Public Aid will be covered by the Illinois Depart- ment of Healthcare and Family Services, and should not be billed to the patient. • An individual who has been sexually assaulted and wishes to preserve evidence should, if possible, not shower, bathe, douche, smoke, brush teeth, eat, drink, use the bathroom, or change clothes or bedding before going to the hospital or seeking medical attention. • If the individual who has been sexually assaulted decides to change clothes or bedding and wishes to preserve evidence, they should not wash the clothes worn or bedding used during the assault, and should bring them to a hospital, medical facility, or the police in a non-plastic (e.g., paper) bag. • In Illinois, individuals who have been sexually assaulted may allow the collection of evidence even if they choose not to make a report to law enforcement. After the evidence is collected, Illinois law requires hospital staff to store it for two weeks. A sexual assault evidence collection kit may not be released by an Illinois hospital without written consent from the survivor. D. Educational Training, Awareness, and Prevention Programs

Sexual Misconduct The University offers a variety of training, awareness, and prevention programs to help prevent sexual misconduct within the Northwestern community. The University strives to ensure that such programming is developed to be culturally relevant; trauma informed; inclusive of diverse communities and identities; sustainable; responsive to community needs; informed by research or assessed for value, effectiveness, and outcome; and considerate of environmental risk and protective | 155 |

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, posted at: at: posted , report and safety annual crime www.northwestern.edu/up/your-safety/clery-act-safety-reports.html. . The Office of Equity (“the Office”) is responsible for handling responsible is Equity (“theof The Office Office”) . conduct Parties may also have options to file civil actions in court. civil actions file to options also have may Parties authorities. if they choose, and to be assisted by the University in notifying law law in notifying the University by be assisted and to choose, if they other crime has the right to simultaneously file and pursue a criminal and pursue file simultaneously to crime has the right other with the University and a complaint enforcement complaint with law such notify decline to or to choose, if they authorities enforcement actions to address those issues in a manner consistent with the spirit of with the spirit those issues in a manner consistent address to actions issues related to sexual misconduct, investigation, and resolution. For For resolution. and investigation, misconduct, sexual to issues related - pro and prevention awareness, training, on educational information same rules of procedure and evidence as those used by courts or law as those used by and evidence procedure of same rules Policy on Sexual Mis- on Sexual the Policy of a violation alleging a report it receives grams offered each year, see the Appendices to each campus’ campus’ each to see the Appendices year, each offered grams lenging new issues, the University reserves discretion to take reasonable take to discretion reserves the University issues, new lenging would apply. All reports will be handled in a prompt, fair, and impartial fair, in a prompt, will be handled reports All apply. would A person who has experienced sexual misconduct or any or any misconduct sexual who has experienced A person enforcement. process to determine whether Northwestern policy was violated and is violated was policy Northwestern whether determine to process use the does not process Northwestern’s As such, a courtnot system. process. the resolution of partiesboth and maintaining the integrity other relevant laws and regulations, applicable University policies, and policies, University applicable and regulations, laws relevant other - hearing pro administrative conduct the student complaint in place of otherwise that process investigation University or other cess (UHAS) factors as they occur on the individual, relationship, institutional, com- institutional, relationship, the individual, occur on they as factors annual provides University the Additionally, levels. and societal munity, , Act the Violence Against Women IX, Title with manner in accordance reports alleging sexual misconduct. In addition, the Office may make make the Office may In addition, misconduct. sexual reports alleging the applicable policies and these guidelines, while preserving fairness for fairness preserving while policies and these guidelines, the applicable training to investigators, and hearing panel members are trained on trained are panel members and hearing investigators, to training , and , Act Higher Education Violence in Sexual the Illinois Preventing this process. Because allegations of sexual misconduct can sometimes raise chal raise can sometimes misconduct sexual of allegations Because Introduction

PLAINT RESOLUTION PROCESS RESOLUTION PLAINT III. SEXUAL MISCONDUCT COM MISCONDUCT SEXUAL III. findings on other potential policy violations arising out of the same arising out violations policy other potential findings on PROCEDURES The process described below is Northwestern’s internal University University internal is Northwestern’s described below The process The procedures below outline the process the University follows when when follows the University outline the process below The procedures A. INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL GENERAL AND A. INTRODUCTION

Northwestern Student Handboook | 156 | Participant Roles • A complainant is the person who has been impacted by an alleged policy violation and has chosen to participate in the complaint resolution process. (This person is called a reporter for purposes of other conduct violations handled in the Office of Student Conduct.) • A respondent is the person who is alleged to have violated University policy. • Parties is a term that refers to the complainant and the respondent collectively. • A witness is a person who has knowledge related to specific aspects of a case. • An advisor is a support person who may be present to provide support to a complainant or respondent throughout an investigation and/or hearing. An advisor may not also serve as a witness in the same matter.

Participation in Process The University invites complainants and witnesses to participate fully in the complaint resolution process. In order for the University to investigate a complaint and/or enable a respondent to fully respond to the allegations, most situations will require the complainant’s participation and that their identity be disclosed to the respondent. If a complainant decides not to participate, but wants disciplinary action to be taken, the University will determine whether it is possible to move forward with a case without the participation of the complainant. In some cases, it will not be possible for disciplinary action to be taken without the participation of the complainant.

When individuals report allegations of sexual misconduct to the University and do not consent to the disclosure of their names and/ or do not disclose the identity of the alleged offenders or identifiable information about the alleged offenders, the University’s ability to respond to the complaints may be limited. In cases where an individual reporting sexual misconduct requests anonymity or does not wish to proceed with an investigation, the University will attempt to honor that request but, in some cases, the Office of Equity may determine that the University needs to proceed with an investigation. In such cases, the University will not compel an individual to participate. The Office will consider the following factors in reaching a determination on whether to proceed: Sexual Misconduct • the totality of the known circumstances; • the nature and scope of the alleged conduct, including whether the reported behavior involves the use of a weapon; • the respective ages and roles of the complainant and respondent;

| 157 | - use of drugs or alcohol) at a given location or by a particular group; a particular group; or by location a given at or alcohol) drugs use of whether there have been other reports of other prohibited conduct conduct prohibited other of reports other been have there whether actions such of and the impact or disciplinary action investigation whether the report reveals a pattern of misconduct (e.g., via illicit (e.g., misconduct of a pattern reveals the report whether any other available and relevant information. and relevant available other any proceeding, including the risk of additional violence; violence; additional of the risk including proceeding, the respondent; by misconduct or other obtain to means possesses other University the whether on the complainant; on the complainant; the risk posed to any individual or to the campus community by not not by community the campus or to individual any posed to the risk environment; and environment; fairness considerations for both the complainant and the both for fairness considerations respondent; relevant evidence; evidence; relevant the complainant’s interest in the University’s not pursuing an pursuing not the University’s in interest the complainant’s the University’s obligation to provide a safe and non-discriminatory and non-discriminatory a safe provide to obligation the University’s a report of sexual misconduct in the University Police Daily Crime Log Crime Log Daily Police in the University misconduct sexual of a report share personally identifiable information with persons with a need with with persons information identifiable personally share conduct to be private matters for the parties involved. For that reason, reason, that For the parties involved. for matters be private to conduct will only The University its ability. of the best to misconduct sexual of publish not does The University or support services. resources deliver miscon- of sexual in the handling confidentiality or privacy complete or complaints. reports duct any outcomes issued, even if they decline to participate. decline to if they even issued, outcomes any in the Student Handbook, forth set with the procedures in accordance a preponder by or proven substantiated is not that report faith a good ance of the evidence. ance of the University will protect the identity of persons involved in reports in reports involved persons the identity of will protect the University or to and respond investigate to the University for in order know, to in involved about persons information identifiable the names nor post who knowingly or intentionally provides false information as part a of information false provides or intentionally who knowingly pate in any part of the process, the University may proceed without the proceed may the University part the process, of in any pate for accountable will be held Respondents participation. respondent’s discipline to will be subject under this Policy report or investigation the complaint resolution process. If a respondent elects not to partici- to not elects If a respondent process. the complaint resolution individual Any the process. of all stages at share they the information Privacy and Sharing of Information of Sharing and Privacy Faculty Handbook, or Staff Handbook. This provision does not apply to to apply does not This provision or Staff Handbook. Handbook, Faculty (Blotter) or elsewhere online. However, the University cannot promise promise cannot the University However, online. or elsewhere (Blotter) All participants have the responsibility to be completely truthful with truthful be completely to the responsibility participantsAll have The University considers complaints and investigations of sexual mis- sexual of complaints and investigations considers The University The University invites respondents to participate fully in all aspects of of in all aspects fully participate to respondents invites The University • • • • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 158 | Sexual Misconduct: Appendix A | 159 | - . Northwestern reserves reserves Northwestern . investigators-panel-members/index.html www.northwestern.edu/student-conduct/about-us/hearing-officers- informed that confidentiality helps enhance the integrity of the of the integrity helps enhance confidentiality that informed the parties of and protect interests the privacy protect investigation, also have the opportunity to raise the issue of a potential conflict of conflict a potential the issue of raise the opportunity to also have of within 2 days panel members bias involving or perceived interest appeal reviewer not on this list as it deems necessary. Parties have Parties have as it deems necessary. on this list not reviewer appeal appeal reviewers who may make findings or participate in student in findings or participate make who may reviewers appeal interim actions, and unforeseen or exigent circumstances. The parties circumstances. or exigent and unforeseen actions, interim in the academic calendar, availability of the parties the of and witnesses availability in the academic calendar, with applicable law. with applicable gathers evidence. However, the University investigation will generally generally will investigation the University However, evidence. gathers will be periodically updated on the status of their case. In cases where In cases where their case. of on the status updated will be periodically case with other appropriate parties on a need-to-know basis in accor parties on a need-to-know appropriate case with other dance with FERPA and other applicable law. applicable and other dance with FERPA law enforcement investigation. enforcement law Coordinator or designee will determine whether a conflict of interest of interest a conflict whether or designee will determine Coordinator findings will make reviewer or appeal panelist, investigator, No exists. or determinations in a case in which they have a conflict of interest. a conflict have they in a case in which or determinations of Equity. In matters where a Sanctioning Panel is convened, parties is convened, Panel a Sanctioning where In matters Equity. of be asked to maintain complete confidentiality, to the extent consistent consistent extent to the confidentiality, complete maintain to be asked retaliatory or defamatory. For these reasons, the complainant and the complainant these reasons, For or defamatory. retaliatory keep to the investigation beginning of the at will be asked respondent case. Additionally, the timeline for a case may be affected by breaks breaks by be affected a case may for the timeline Additionally, case. notification that a Sanctioning Panel has been scheduled. The Title IX IX Title The Panel has been scheduled. a Sanctioning that notification perceived bias within 2 days of their initial meeting with the Office their initial meeting of bias within 2 days perceived may need to temporarily delay its investigation while law enforcement enforcement law while its investigation delay temporarily need to may a complaint during any of and resolution with its investigation proceed the information related to the investigation and resolution private, to to private, and resolution the investigation to related the information will and advisors Witnesses law. with applicable consistent the extent the participants from statements that might be interpreted to be to be interpreted might that statements the participants from the right to use an adequately trained investigator, panel member, or panel member, investigator, trained use an adequately to the right or of interest conflict a potential the issue of raise the opportunity to there is a simultaneous law enforcement investigation, the University the University investigation, enforcement law is a simultaneous there timely manner, the timeline varies based on the circumstances of the of based on the circumstances the timeline varies manner, timely Sanctioning Panels in sexual misconduct matters is posted at: at: is posted matters misconduct in sexual Panels Sanctioning (including due to leave of absence), scope of the investigation, need for need for the investigation, scope of absence), of leave (including due to A list of investigators, panel members, conduct administrators, and administrators, conduct panel members, investigators, of A list All participants in an investigation of sexual misconduct will be will misconduct sexual of participantsAll in an investigation Conflicts of Interest of Conflicts Case Resolution Timeline Case Resolution The University reserves the right to share information regarding the regarding information share to the right reserves The University Though the University strives to resolve all cases in a prompt and all cases in a prompt resolve to strives Though the University

an assessment by the Office of Equity as to whether the allegations, if the allegations, to whether Equity as of the Office an assessment by advisor, where applicable. where advisor, in behavior or advocacy that harasses, abuses, or intimidates either or intimidates abuses, harasses, that or advocacy in behavior the advisor is still Further, same matter. as a witness in the also serve - serving as an advisor is pres an attorney where proceeding any attend an undue delay of the process. It is the responsibility of each party each to of the responsibility It is the process. of an undue delay substantiated, would rise to the level of a violation of University Policy. Policy. University of a violation of the level rise to would substantiated, limited to the supportive and non-participatory role described above. described above. role and non-participatory the supportive to limited vestigations of complaints alleging sexual misconduct and any related related and any misconduct sexual alleging complaints of vestigations it is whether determines the investigation This means that violations. ent. In matters not involving a complaint of sexual assault, stalking, or stalking, assault, sexual of a complaint involving not In matters ent. dating or domestic violence, advisors cannot be a witness or party be a witness cannot in advisors violence, or domestic dating as an serve may A union representative or an attorney. or respondent, coordinate scheduling with their advisor for any meetings. An advisor An meetings. any with their advisor for scheduling coordinate reviewer member or appeal Panel Sanctioning administrator, conduct engage not may Advisors or respondent. the complainant of on behalf the of person be any the advisor may violence, or domestic dating complainant or respondent throughout an investigation and/or sanc- and/or investigation an throughout complainant or respondent in result the advisor does not of the involvement that provided cess, resolution process, the first step is an initial inquiry. An initial inquiry is is an initial inquiry. step the first process, resolution may not speak, write, or otherwise communicate with an investigator, with an investigator, communicate or otherwise write, speak, not may the complaint. resolving in or individuals involved a witness, party, not advisor may an However, an attorney. including choosing, party’s - pro sanctioning and any the investigation one advisor throughout by more likely than not that a violation of the policy occurred. occurred. the policy of a violation that than not likely more the matter or a related matter, a family member of the complainant the complainant member of a family matter, or a related the matter the process. tioning process. Complainants and respondents may be accompanied be accompanied may and respondents Complainants tioning process. When a complainant chooses to move forward with the complaint forward move to When a complainant chooses Following an initial inquiry, possible next steps include: steps next possible an initial inquiry, Following In any matter involving a complaint of sexual assault, stalking, or stalking, assault, sexual a complaint of involving matter In any B. INITIAL INQUIRY INITIAL B. Standard of Evidence of Standard Advisors who do not abide by these guidelines may be excluded from from be excluded may these guidelines abide by who do not Advisors Counsel may of General Office the University’s from A representative An advisor is a support person who is present to provide support to a support to provide to who is present An advisor is a support person The University uses the preponderance of the evidence standard in in- standard evidence the of preponderance uses the The University Advisor/Legal Counsel Advisor/Legal

Northwestern Student Handboook | 160 | Sexual Misconduct: Appendix A | 161 | information becomes available. available. becomes information - miscon alleged or when the forward move to exists information Office may, in its discretion, reopen a case in the future if additional additional if future reopen a case in the discretion, in its Office may, Close the Case: The Office may close a case when insufficient when insufficient a case close may The Office the Case: Close duct—even if substantiated— would not be a violation of policy. The policy. of be a violation not would if substantiated— duct—even Formal Resolution (See section D below) section (See Resolution Formal Informal Action (See section C below) C below) (See section Action Informal An educational meeting with the subject of the report of with the subject meeting An educational An advisory letter Training for a group or unit a group for Training investigators will be assigned from the Office of Equity. In some cases, In some cases, Equity. of the Office will be assigned from investigators under the an investigation conduct may office University another policies and and the University’s IX Title on trained are investigators alleged misconduct and the respondent will be given an opportunity to an opportunity to will be given and the respondent misconduct alleged a standard of fairness for all parties involved. If a case is referred for for If a case is referred all parties involved. fairness for of a standard in sanctions. Informal actions include, but are not limited to: limited not but are include, actions Informal in sanctions. given before any initial interview. The University may modify the list modify the list may The University interview. initial any before given ly violated, the precise conduct allegedly constituting the potential the potential constituting allegedly conduct the precise violated, ly will be This notice the incident. of and location and the date violation, direction of the Office, or an outside investigator may be retained. All retained. be may or an outside investigator the Office, of direction of policies allegedly violated based on additional information learned information based on additional violated policies allegedly of during investigation. duct, or when there is not enough information to proceed with a formal with a formal proceed to information enough is not or when there duct, formal resolution. Depending upon the circumstances, one or more one or more Depending upon the circumstances, resolution. formal respond. The notification will include the allegations, identities of the identities will include the allegations, The notification respond. - alleged Policy of University section(s) the specific parties involved, formal resolution, the Office of Equity will notify the respondent of the respondent the Equity will notify of the Office resolution, formal resolution process against a known respondent. Informal action is action Informal respondent. a known against process resolution the a complainant and by is desired resolution formal used when not identity is known. respondent’s not desired by the person who may have experienced sexual miscon- sexual experienced have who may the person by desired not to a situation or report of sexual misconduct when formal resolution is resolution when formal misconduct sexual or report of a situation to Informal action does not result in findings related to responsibility or to related in findings result does not action Informal Informal action involves measures taken by the University in response in response the University by taken measures involves action Informal Investigation Notification to Respondent to Notification D. FORMAL RESOLUTION FORMAL D. C. INFORMAL ACTION INFORMAL C. The Office of Equity investigates complaints proceeding through through complaints proceeding Equity investigates of The Office The sexual misconduct complaint resolution process operates under operates process complaint resolution misconduct The sexual • • • • • • the potential to result in separation from the University from in separation result to the potential dents and cases involving student respondents that do not have have do not that respondents student dents and cases involving - party respon or third staff, faculty, cases involving of Resolution investigator. The respondent will have the opportunity to hear the the opportunity to will have The respondent investigator. the to supporting evidence present and them, to respond allegations, the by recorded audio not are meetings Investigation investigator. investigation and sanctioning multiple complaints involving the same involving complaints multiple sanctioning and investigation information and have their information considered. The irrelevant prior The irrelevant considered. their information and have information investigation. investigator will meet with each party and each witness separately party witness separately with each and each will meet investigator all necessary obtain with a party meetings to multiple hold and may - or informa materials submit additional partiesThe may information. sexual history of the parties will not be considered as evidence in the as evidence the parties be considered of will not history sexual will determine whether to close the case or conclude the investigation the investigation the case or conclude close to whether will determine continued participation. without the complainant’s witnesses. The investigator will take the lists provided by the com- by provided the lists will take The investigator witnesses. witnesses may take notes during investigation meetings. Generally, the Generally, meetings. during investigation notes take witnesses may code of conduct arising out of the same complaint. Depending on the Depending on complaint. the same of arising out conduct code of for consolidate may University the and in its discretion, circumstances complainant may request to withdraw the complaint by contacting contacting the complaint by withdraw to request complainant may - The investiga discretion. within the investigator’s solely decisions are University, and may not be recorded by any participant. Parties and participant. any by be recorded not and may University, for purposes of adjudicating other potential violations of the student the student of violations potential other adjudicating purposes of for made sexual parties the have where complaints and/or respondent other. each against allegations misconduct parties. present names of potential witnesses and questions the investigator the investigator witnesses and questions potential names of present only may Complainants and respondents party. ask the other might or expert character present not witnesses and may factual present when identifying whom consideration into plainant and respondent - Coordina IX Title Deputy Coordinator, IX Title the Further, procedures. to describe their allegations and present supporting evidence to the to supporting evidence and present describe their allegations to the Title IX Coordinator in writing. The Title IX Coordinator or designee Coordinator IX Title The in writing. Coordinator IX Title the they will interview and what questions they might ask, but these ask, might they questions and what will interview they by the identified witnesses not other interview to also choose may tor tion to the investigator following their interview(s). In all cases, both both In all cases, their interview(s). following the investigator tion to share equal opportunities to will have the complainant and respondent tor for Students, and investigators will be trained as hearing officers officers as hearing trained will be and investigators Students, for tor During an investigation, the complainant will have the opportunity the the complainant will have During an investigation, Prior to the conclusion of a sexual misconduct investigation, the investigation, misconduct a sexual of the conclusion Prior to Withdrawal Complaint of Withdrawal The complainant and the respondent will both have the opportunity to the opportunity to have will both The complainant and the respondent 1.

Northwestern Student Handboook | 162 | | 162 Sexual Misconduct: Appendix A | 163 | | 163 imposed will be determined in accordance with the procedures set set with the procedures in accordance imposed will be determined and the respondent’s manager(s), who are responsible for deciding for responsible who are manager(s), and the respondent’s what sanctions or corrective actions should be imposed on the be imposed on should actions or corrective sanctions what will determine what sanctions or corrective actions should be im- should actions or corrective sanctions what will determine Office of Equity, in consultation with the Office of Student Conduct, of Student Conduct, with the Office in consultation Equity, of Office forth in the Faculty Handbook. in the Faculty forth of the Student Handbook. the Student Handbook. of respondent, in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Staff forth set with the procedures in accordance respondent, posed on the respondent in accordance with the Sanctions section section with the Sanctions in accordance posed on the respondent to the appropriate University office for further action consistent with further consistent action for office University the appropriate to the findings. the Office of Equity will provide findings to the faculty member’s faculty member’s to the findings will provide Equity of the Office For third party respondents, findings of a violation will be provided will be provided of a violation findings party respondents, third For For faculty respondents, in the event a policy violation is found, is found, violation a policy in the event respondents, faculty For and Academics for Vice Provost the and/or Department Chair, Dean, Handbook. For staff respondents, in the event a policy violation is found, the Of- is found, violation a policy in the event respondents, staff For For student respondents, in the event a policy violation is found, the is found, violation a policy in the event respondents, student For fice of Equity will provide findings to the Office of Human Resources Resources of Human to the Office findings provide Equity will of fice Associate Provost for Faculty. Any sanctions or corrective actions actions or corrective sanctions Any Faculty. for Provost Associate and any changes to the outcome that occur prior to the time that such such the time that occur prior to that the outcome to changes and any imposed on the respondent, not just those directly related to the com- to related those directly just not imposed on the respondent, - the com to relate directly that the respondent imposed on sanctions violations of policy, remedies offered or provided to the complainant, the complainant, to or provided offered remedies policy, of violations Complainants and respondents are informed of appeal procedures procedures appeal of informed are Complainants and respondents outcome becomes final. As noted above, the University encourages the encourages University the above, As noted final. becomes outcome domestic violence, the notification of outcome will also include the ra- the will also include of outcome the notification violence, domestic ously in writing of the outcome of the investigation. the investigation. of the outcome writing of in ously conduct has been violated. has been conduct parties to maintain confidentiality of all communications related to related of all communications maintain confidentiality parties to plainant. The respondent generally will not be notified of the individual of be notified will not generally The respondent plainant. the complainant. to or provided offered remedies plainant, and any other steps the University has taken to prevent the prevent to has taken the University steps other and any plainant, found was if such environment, a hostile and eliminate recurrence their findings to the appropriate University office as explained below. as office University to the appropriate their findings tionale for the findings related to violations of policy and all sanctions and all sanctions of policy to violations related the findings for tionale to exist. exist. to Notification to the complainant will include findings related to related will include findings to the complainant Notification In the event a policy violation is found, the investigator will also provide will also provide the investigator is found, violation a policy In the event In a case related to alleged sexual assault, stalking, or dating or or dating stalking, assault, sexual alleged to In a case related findings and sanctions. - simultane be notified will both and the respondent The complainant The Office of Equity will determine whether the Policy on Sexual Mis- Sexual on Policy the whether determine Equity will of The Office • • • • potential to result in separation from the University from in separation result to potential Final Investigative Report Final Investigative Preliminary Investigative Report: Investigative Preliminary Resolution of cases involving student respondents that have the the have that respondents student involving cases of Resolution a. b. a policy violation is found, the investigators will refer the matter to to the matter will refer the investigators is found, violation a policy inary report and respond. The parties may each submit comments, submit comments, each The parties may and respond. inary report information other or any witnesses, additional names of investigation, include the information provided by the complainant, the respondent, the respondent, the complainant, by provided include the information all relevant of summary or written and either a copy witness, and each identify witnesses, and suggest questions, and the investigators have have and the investigators questions, and suggest identify witnesses, without comment, the investigators will make a determination of of determination a will make the investigators without comment, has the respondent shows the evidence of the preponderance whether violated the Policy on Sexual Misconduct or other identified policies. identified policies. or other Misconduct on Sexual the Policy violated Coordinator or designee may, in their discretion, waive or adjust the or adjust waive in their discretion, or designee may, Coordinator evidence collected during the investigation. The preliminary report will report The preliminary during the investigation. collected evidence neously in writing of the outcome of the investigation. In the event In the event the investigation. of the outcome in writing of neously of the parties, the information will be incorporated into the preliminary the preliminary into will be incorporated the information the parties, of - the inves evidence, of and the gathering interviews witness completed expulsion, or group dissolution), the matter will be resolved through through be resolved will the matter dissolution), or group expulsion, report and the parties will be provided a second and final opportunity a second and final report and the parties will be provided page or time limit for the feedback. or time limit for page feedback, additional evidence, requests for additional steps in the steps additional for requests evidence, additional feedback, not contain any findings. findings. any contain not quiry, that the alleged violation has the potential to result in separation in separation result to the potential has violation the alleged that quiry, revocation, degree suspension, (i.e. University the from a respondent of the Office of Student Conduct for sanctioning by a UHAS Sanctioning Sanctioning by a UHAS for sanctioning of Student Conduct the Office to review and provide feedback regarding the new information before before information the new regarding feedback and provide review to report. with finalizing the proceed the investigators they deem relevant to the investigators, up to twenty (20) pages, within (20) pages, twenty up to the investigators, to deem relevant they tigators will prepare a preliminary report. The preliminary report will report The preliminary report. a preliminary will prepare tigators the following process. the following Panel. In the event new, relevant information is provided or identified by one identified or is provided information relevant new, In the event In cases where the Office of Equity has determined, based on initial in- based on initial Equity has determined, of the Office In cases where 2. five (5) calendar days after it is made available for review. The Title IX IX Title The review. for available it is made after days (5) calendar five After receiving any comments or after the comment period has lapsed the comment period comments or after any receiving After After each party has had the opportunity to meet with investigators, with investigators, party meet each the opportunity has had to After The complainant and the respondent will both be notified simulta- be notified will both The complainant and the respondent - the prelim review opportunity with an to The parties will be provided

Northwestern Student Handboook | 164 | Sexual Misconduct: Appendix B | 165 | Sanctioning in Matters Where a Policy Violation has been Found has Violation a Policy Where Matters in Sanctioning Format of Sanctioning Panel Sanctioning of Format which may be considered as a factor that may lessen, not increase, increase, not lessen, may that as a factor be considered may which relevant prior discipline history; relevant the severity of the sanctions; of the severity Whether the respondent has accepted responsibility for the conduct, the conduct, for responsibility has accepted the respondent Whether Prior misconduct by the respondent, including the respondent’s including the respondent’s the respondent, by Prior misconduct The impact of the conduct on the complainant; the conduct of The impact on the community or the University; the conduct of The impact The nature of the conduct at issue; at the conduct of The nature d. c. at the hearing. Such written statements may not exceed five (5) pages, (5) pages, five exceed not may statements written Such the hearing. at including attachments. is to allow parties to explain what sanction(s) they believe the panel believe they sanction(s) what explain parties to allow is to and consult on any available sanctions and past precedent. Similarly, Similarly, precedent. and past sanctions available and consult on any ing policy, the University will initiate a sanctioning process designed to designed to process a sanctioning will initiate the University ing policy, should assign and the rationales for their proposals. The parties will their proposals. for assign and the rationales should appearing the panel in lieu of to be read to statement submit a written listen to one another from a space provided by the Office of Student the Office by a space provided from one another to listen Conduct. The complainant’s or respondent’s decision whether to to decision whether or respondent’s The complainant’s Conduct. each be given ten minutes to present a statement to the panel. The the panel. to a statement present to minutes ten be given each ensure compliance with the process. with the process. compliance ensure Coordinator from the Office of Student Conduct, and the Deputy Title IX IX Title and the Deputy Student Conduct, of the Office from Coordinator - Coordi the Panel of The role or designee. Students, for Coordinator eliminate the conduct, prevent its recurrence, remedy its effects, and effects, its remedy its recurrence, prevent the conduct, eliminate the respondent. educate completely voluntary. voluntary. completely document, clarify any questions about the policies and procedures, the policies and procedures, about questions clarify any document, participate in the Sanctioning Panel and/or listen to the other party the other is to listen and/or Panel in the Sanctioning participate panel may then ask questions of the party. Either party may choose to to choose Either party may the party. of then ask questions panel may panel to provide input toward sanctioning. The purpose of this time The purpose of sanctioning. input toward provide panel to nator is to ensure that the Panel follows the process set forth in this forth set the process follows the Panel that ensure is to nator related to sexual misconduct. misconduct. sexual to related by convening a UHAS Sanctioning Panel. The panel will be made up of up of The panel will be made Panel. Sanctioning a UHAS convening by the Deputy Title IX Coordinator is present to observe the process and the process observe to is present Coordinator IX Title the Deputy three faculty or staff members who have been trained to resolve cases resolve to been trained who have members or staff faculty three Each party will receive an opportunity to independently speak to the speak to independently an opportunity to partyEach will receive In determining the appropriate sanctions, the panel will consider: sanctions, the appropriate In determining - violat for responsible been found has a respondent where In matters A Sanctioning Panel will include the members of the panel, a Panel a Panel the panel, of the members will include Panel A Sanctioning The parties will not meet with the panel together but may choose to to choose but may together with the panel The parties meet will not The Office of Student Conduct will facilitate the sanctioning process process the sanctioning facilitate will Conduct of Student The Office • • • • • the potential to result in separation from the University from in separation result to the potential dents and cases involving student respondents that do not have have do not that respondents student dents and cases involving Written Notification of Sanction(s) Notification Written - party respon or third staff, faculty, cases involving of Appeals including those presented in the statements to the panel. to in the statements presented including those is of a nature that could materially change the outcome; change materially could that a nature is of able and unsupported by the great weight of information). of weight the great by and unsupported able - on the com effects its and remedy its recurrence, prevent duct, plainant or other University community members; and community members; University other plainant or have reasonably been available at the time of the investigation and the investigation the time of at been available reasonably have process; the the fairness of affected substantially have may - unreason obviously (i.e., presented the information of the weight New information discovered after the investigation that could not not could that the investigation after discovered information New that process or resolution within the investigation errors Procedural Any other mitigating, aggravating, or compelling circumstances, circumstances, or compelling aggravating, mitigating, other Any An outcome (findings or sanctions) that was manifestly contrary to contrary was manifestly that or sanctions) (findings An outcome The necessity of any specific action in order to eliminate the con- to eliminate order in action specific any of The necessity e. of the sanction decision. The notice will reference findings made by findings made will reference notice The decision. the sanction of Otherwise, the terms and procedures outlined in these guidelines will guidelines outlined in these and procedures the terms Otherwise, rationale, and information about the appeal process. process. about the appeal and information rationale, dures in the Faculty Handbook, Staff Handbook, or applicable contract. contract. or applicable Staff Handbook, Handbook, in the Faculty dures control. - or proce terms applicable with any in a manner consistent handled be in writing and specify must An appeal sanctions. of determination - the evi of a preponderance by and appropriately decided reasonably as follows: are appeal for grounds The only dence. tion(s) to the parties simultaneously within seven (7) calendar days days (7) calendar within seven the parties simultaneously tion(s) to of the a summary sanction(s), Equity and will include the of the Office tions are imposed, a determination of sanctions. An appeal will be appeal An sanctions. of a determination imposed, tions are the written notification of the findings or, if sanctions are imposed, the are imposed, if sanctions or, of the findings notification the written been to have The original finding is presumed the appeal. the basis for E. APPEALS The Office of Student Conduct will provide written notice of the sanc- notice written will provide Conduct of Student The Office - if sanc the findings and, appeal may The complainant or respondent The appeal must be made within five (5) calendar days of the date of of the date days (5) calendar be made within five must The appeal 1. • • • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 166 | Sexual Misconduct: Appendix B | 167 | [email protected] [email protected] Lucas Christain Lindsay Chase-Lansdale Chase-Lansdale Lindsay Scott Hall Scott Evanston, IL 60208 IL Evanston, Rebecca Crown Center Center Crown Rebecca 601 University Place 601 University 633 Clark Street, Evanston, IL 60208 IL Evanston, 633 Clark Street, Vice Provost for Academics and Academics for Vice Provost (847) 467-6906 Assistant Dean/Director of Student Conduct of Dean/Director Assistant Associate Provost for Faculty Faculty for Provost Associate Email: Email: Phone: Contact: Contact: Location: Location: addressed to: to: addressed be addressed to: be addressed An appeal of a complaint against a faculty member should be member should a faculty against a complaint of An appeal An appeal of a complaint against a student should should a student a complaint against of An appeal a written response. The Title IX Coordinator or designee may, in their in may, or designee Coordinator IX Title The response. a written shall be implemented or stayed pending resolution of an appeal. of pending resolution or stayed shall be implemented with a copy of the appeal and given five (5) calendar days to submit to days calendar (5) five given and the appeal of copy with a case in which they cannot serve as an impartial serve reviewer. cannot they case in which discretion, adjust the time limit for the appeal and/or response. and/or appeal the the time limit for adjust discretion, the review of an appeal to a designee, and will delegate review in any in any review and will delegate a designee, to an appeal of the review In the event sanctions were imposed, it shall be in the discretion of the of in the discretion it shall be imposed, were sanctions In the event If either party submits an appeal, the other party will be provided party the other be provided will partyIf either an appeal, submits Appeals will be handled by the following reviewers, who may delegate delegate who may reviewers, the following by be handled will Appeals Title IX Coordinator and the sanctioning office whether the sanctions the sanctions whether office and the sanctioning Coordinator IX Title -

[email protected] [email protected] Pamela S. Beemer S. Pamela Vice President for Human Resources Human Resources for Vice President (847) 491-7505 720 University Place, Evanston, IL 60208 IL Evanston, Place, 720 University Email: Phone: Contact: Location: potential to result in separation from the University from in separation result to potential Appeals of cases involving student respondents that have the the have that respondents student cases involving of Appeals should be addressed to: to: be addressed should unsupported by the great weight of information) of weight the great by unsupported is of a nature that could materially change the outcome change materially could that a nature is of substantially affected the fairness of the process of the fairness affected substantially have reasonably been available at the time of the investigation and the investigation the time of at been available reasonably have mation presented during the case (i.e., obviously unreasonable and unreasonable obviously the case (i.e., during presented mation New information discovered after the investigation that could not not could that the investigation after discovered information New have may that process within the investigation errors Procedural An appeal of a complaint against a staff member or third-party third-party member or a staff against complaint a of An appeal A finding that was manifestly contrary to the weight of the infor weight to the contrary was manifestly A finding that In matters where there is a finding of no responsibility: of no is a finding there where In matters ing is presumed to have been decided reasonably and appropriately, and appropriately, been decided reasonably have to ing is presumed as follows: are appeal for grounds and the only is not subject to further appeal. to subject is not aspects of the case outlined in the request for appeal. If the reviewer If the reviewer appeal. for the case outlined in the request of aspects sible, usually within seven (7) calendar days of making a decision, a decision, making of days (7) calendar within seven usually sible, reasonable time as designated in the outcome letter (typically within (typically letter in the outcome time as designated reasonable does not find that any of the three grounds for appeal are present in present are for appeal grounds of the three any that find does not to back the matter refer or may outcome, issue a new may outcome, circumstances. The reviewer may review the full case, beyond the beyond case, the full review may The reviewer circumstances. the investigation in writing to the Office of Student Conduct within a of Student Conduct the Office to in writing the investigation the case, the outcome will be upheld. If the reviewer finds that any of any finds that If the reviewer will be upheld. the outcome the case, the amend may they in the case, present are appeal for the grounds on an appeal A final outcome further consideration. for the investigator though this may vary based on the scope of the appeal or unforeseen or unforeseen the appeal of vary based on the scope though this may 2. five (5) calendar days of their receipt of the outcome). The original find- of the outcome). receipt of their days (5) calendar five A complainant or respondent may request an appeal of the outcome of of the outcome of an appeal request may A complainant or respondent The decision on an appeal will be issued as expeditiously as pos- will be issued as expeditiously The decision on an appeal • • •

Northwestern Student Handboook | 168 | Sexual Misconduct: Appendix B | 169 | | 169 and the case record. The Appellate Panel may consult in confidence may Panel The Appellate and the case record. appeal may not include any character or expert witness statements. witness statements. or expert character include any not may appeal information. In cases involving multiple parties, the non-appealing non-appealing the parties, multiple involving In cases information. sulting a conduct administrator about the student conduct process.) conduct about the student administrator sulting a conduct spondent nor the complainant will be allowed to request an in-person an in-person request to will be allowed spondent nor the complainant specifically stating the grounds for the appeal and any supporting and any for the appeal the grounds stating specifically appeal will be granted). appeal - substan to community in order the University of members with other el finds that any of the grounds for appeal are present in the case, they they in the case, present are for appeal of the grounds any el finds that other party. other complainant and respondent. Should the Appellate Panel request a request Panel the Appellate Should complainant and respondent. opportunity to submit a written response to the Appellate Panel, Panel, Appellate the to response a written submit opportunity to the for same time designated within the below, described further ed or granted. In an extraordinary circumstance, the Appellate Panel Panel the Appellate circumstance, In an extraordinary ed or granted. meeting with one party, a meeting will also be requested with the will also be requested a meeting one party, with meeting meeting with the Appellate Panel. In an extraordinary circumstance, circumstance, In an extraordinary Panel. the Appellate with meeting request for appeal. The appealing party will be able to review the the review party to The appealing be able will appeal. for request response. party will be able to review the request for appeal and will be given an will be given and appeal for request the review party to will be able case, the Appellate panel may recommend that alternate policies be alternate that recommend panel may the Appellate case, the investigators, to back if a case is referred Additionally, considered. may amend the decision of the original investigators or may issue a or may the original investigators of amend the decision may panel. to a sanctioning to matter refer (findings) and may outcome new not find that any of the grounds for appeal are present in the case, the the case, in present are appeal for of the grounds any find that not may refer the case back to the investigators for further review. In this further review. for the investigators to the case back refer may tiate the grounds for appeal or to seek clarification of issues raised in of issues seek clarification or to appeal for the grounds tiate consulting to, limited not but are include, might (Examples the appeal. of the findings or con- case on the specifics the for the investigators the Appellate Panel may request an in-person meeting with the with meeting an in-person request may Panel the Appellate the case outlined in the request for appeal. If the Appellate Panel does Panel If the Appellate appeal. for the case outlined in the request Similar to the original investigation, the appeal and response to the to and response the appeal the original investigation, Similar to the new decision of the investigators is considered final (no additional final (no additional is considered the investigators decision of the new - request the finding can be of or review appeal No additional the case. Student Conduct within seven (7) calendar days of the Appellate Appellate the of days (7) calendar within seven Student Conduct Panel will uphold the findings of the investigators. If the Appellate Pan- the Appellate If of the investigators. the findings will uphold Panel Panel’s review. review. Panel’s A written decision will be delivered to both parties by the Office of the Office parties both by to will be delivered decision A written The Appellate Panel may review the full case, beyond the aspects of of the aspects beyond case, the full review may Panel The Appellate The Appellate Panel will review the appeal, the investigator’s report, report, the investigator’s the appeal, will review Panel The Appellate - Neither the re statements. via written conducted is solely The appeal The appeal is not a rehearing of the case; it is a written statement statement it is a written case; the of a rehearing is not The appeal The Appellate Panel has final authority to determine the outcome of the outcome to determine authority has final Panel The Appellate

- re may a complainant or respondent panel process, the sanctioning In matters where there is a finding of responsibility: of is a finding there where In matters a member of the Appellate Panel to ensure expediency of the decision. the decision. of expediency ensure to Panel the Appellate a member of administrators and academic leaders who represent the Division of the Division of who represent and academic leaders administrators sions are made by a majority vote. In times of exigent circumstances, a circumstances, exigent of In times a majority vote. made by sions are within a reasonable time as designated in the outcome letter (typically (typically letter in the outcome time as designated within a reasonable At this of the outcome). receipt of their days (5) calendar within five vious involvement in the case can be assigned by the OSC to fill in for fill in to the OSC in the case can be assigned by vious involvement quest an appeal of the outcome of the investigation and/or sanctioning sanctioning and/or the investigation of the outcome of an appeal quest - pre or hearing panel member who has had no administrator conduct dent Affairs, or designee, and will be trained annually by the Office of the Office by annually and will be trained or designee, dent Affairs, At the conclusion of of conclusion At the above. as outlined panel a sanctioning to proceed if applicable, of Student Conduct, the Office in writing to panel hearing applies. above outlined immediately process the same appeals point, Student Conduct. The Appellate Panel will be made up of senior-level senior-level will be made up of Panel The Appellate Student Conduct. of the members Three of the Provost. and the Office Student Affairs When the investigators make a finding of responsibility, the matter will the matter responsibility, of finding a make the investigators When Panel discussions to ensure compliance with the UHAS procedures. compliance with the UHAS ensure to discussions Panel - and deci decision, appeal in each be involved must Panel Appellate The OSC Panel Coordinator or designee will be privy to all Appellate all Appellate to or designee will be privy Coordinator The OSC Panel The Appellate Panel will be appointed by the Vice President for Stu- for President Vice the by will be appointed Panel The Appellate Appellate Panel Appellate

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Speak with On-Campus Confidential Resources Resources Confidential On-Campus with Speak Measures Interim Request Evidence Preserve Seek Medical Attention Medical Seek Contact the Police the Contact IX Coordinator Title University’s the Contact Access Off-Campus Resources Off-Campus Access 5. 6. 3. 2. 4. 7. 1. hospitals are required to alert the police when it appears that the per to alert the police when it appears required are hospitals hospital or doctor with whom they feel comfortable. Survivors can talk can talk Survivors comfortable. feel or doctor with whom they hospital son seeking treatment has sustained an injury as a result of a criminal of an injury as a result has sustained son seeking treatment cretion over whether to pursue criminal charges. Medical personnel at Medical personnel criminal charges. whether to pursue over cretion offense, including sexual assault. The person seeking treatment then seeking treatment The person assault. including sexual offense, should visit a Survivors police. to speak with the could be required to the NU-Q Deputy Title IX Coordinator for more information. more for Coordinator Title IX to the NU-Q Deputy How can Northwestern help? can Northwestern How In Qatar, if a survivor goes to the hospital, they may not retain sole dis- may not retain they to the hospital, if a survivor goes In Qatar, - en are Survivors or a clinician. doctor consider seeing a private still couraged to inquire about and understand the extent of confidentiality confidentiality of the extent about and understand inquire to couraged or someone you know experiences sexual misconduct. sexual experiences know or someone you below. Persons who may have experienced sexual misconduct have options: options: have misconduct sexual experienced have who may Persons Knowing what options and resources are available will be helpful if you if you will be helpful available are resources and options what Knowing If the survivor chooses not to go to the emergency room, s/he should s/he should room, the emergency to go to not chooses If the survivor More detailed information about each of these options is provided is provided these options of about each information detailed More RECEIVING SUPPORT (INCLUDING (INCLUDING SUPPORT RECEIVING INFORMATION ON REPORTING ON REPORTING INFORMATION IV. APPENDIX A: SUMMARY OF OF SUMMARY A: APPENDIX IV. 1. Seek Medical Attention Medical 1. Seek CONFIDENTIAL SUPPORT) AND RE AND SUPPORT) CONFIDENTIAL SOURCES AT THE NU-Q CAMPUS NU-Q THE AT SOURCES SEXUAL MISCONDUCT AND AND MISCONDUCT SEXUAL Options and Resources and Options University in Qatar University Sunday-Thursday, 7:00 am – 4:00 pm 7:00 am – 4:00 Sunday-Thursday, Emergency 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 7 days a day, 24 hours Emergency Dukhan Road opposite Northwestern Northwestern opposite Dukhan Road Emergency 24 hours a day, a day, 24 hours Emergency Lulu Centre opposite Road Rayyan Al Street Ahmed Bin Ali a week 7 days +974 4439 3299/3295 +974 4003 3333 +974 4489 8901, +974 4489 8901, +974 4489 8999, +974 4489 3349 Phone: Phone: Phone: Location: Location: Location: Outpatient: Women’s Hospital (6km Hospital City) Education from Women’s Sidra Medicine (1km from Education City) Education from Medicine (1km Sidra only and children Women Al-Ahli Hospital (6km City) Education from Al-Ahli in Qatar campus are: in Qatar on campus: Qatar. Rape evidence collection may not be available in Qatar. available be not may collection Rape evidence Qatar. University Northwestern the hospitals to nearest The room. emergency healthcare providers can provide to the survivor of sexual violence. violence. sexual of survivor the to provide can providers healthcare those in other countries. Emergency contraception is not available in available is not contraception Emergency countries. those in other Individuals who have been sexually assaulted may choose to go to the to go to choose may assaulted been sexually who have Individuals There is also medical care available at the following location location the following at available care is also medical There The confidentiality laws and regulations may differ substantially from from substantially differ may regulations and laws The confidentiality

Northwestern Student Handboook | 172 | | 172 Sexual Misconduct: Appendix B | 173 | | 173 [email protected] hours of operation) of hours NU-Q 1-320 NU-Q Counseling, Health and Wellness NU-Q Counseling, HBKU Student Center HBKU Student +974 4454 5073 or +974 4454 1244 (call to inquire about inquire to +974 4454 1244 (call Phone: Location: Location: Phone & Email: services for students: services for Free, short-term and confidential counseling Free, Qatar Foundation Primary Healthcare Center (QF PHCC) (QF Center Primary Healthcare Foundation Qatar incident occurred. It is never too late to seek counseling, even months even seek counseling, to late too It is never incident occurred. (UK direct +974 4454 5293 or +44 1865 397 074 (UK direct or call: information students who have experienced sexual assault, dating or domestic or domestic dating assault, sexual experienced who have students wants to notify the police, Counseling, Health and Wellness staff can staff and Wellness Health Counseling, the police, notify to wants violence, or any other type of sexual violence. Counseling, Health and Counseling, violence. sexual type of other or any violence, very limited situations (e.g. minors, imminent danger). minors, (e.g. situations limited very Counselors listen and help survivors work through any anger, pain, sad- pain, anger, any through work and help survivors listen Counselors Counseling, Health and Wellness is available as a free confidential as a free is available Health and Wellness Counseling, on campus: or years later. or years counseling option available to Northwestern University in Qatar in Qatar University Northwestern to available counseling option counseling services to employees via telephone) via employees counseling services to ness, relationship issues or coping mechanisms that may be related be related may that issues or coping mechanisms relationship ness, be a resource. Regardless of whether the survivor wants to involve involve to wants the survivor whether of Regardless be a resource. counselor. to a professional talking from benefit s/he may police, number) to sexual misconduct. Sometimes the effects are felt long after an after long felt are the effects Sometimes misconduct. sexual to Wellness will honor the privacy of your information. If the individual information. your of will honor the privacy Wellness Students have the following confidential resource available: resource confidential the following Students have Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (provides confidential short term confidential short (provides (EAP) Program Assistance Employee and click on ‘My Services’ for more more for Services’ ‘My on and click Visit www.livewell.optum.com 2. Speak with On-Campus Confidential Resources Resources Confidential On-Campus with 2. Speak These campus resources keep communications confidential except in in except confidential communications keep These campus resources location the following at available care is also medical There health resources only) health resources Hotline:108 +974 4446 6009 +974 4409 0999 +974 4489 8888 +974 4489 8817 +974 4438 4333 +974 4442 1999 +974 4434 2421/2422 +974 6671 9455 +974 4489 2888 (mental children) Al Ahli Hospital: Al Hamad Hospital Al Emadi Hospital Al American Hospital Rumaillah Hospital Rumaillah Doha Clinic Hospital Family Consulting Center Family and Social Rehabilitation (Counseling, psychological and psychological (Counseling, shelter services for women and women services for shelter Qatar Foundation for Protection Protection for Foundation Qatar resources available resources health resources available health resources Private Hospitals with physical and mental health Hospitals with physical Private Government Hospitals and Centers with physical and mental and mental with physical Hospitals and Centers Government available to survivors, you can talk to Counseling, Health and Wellness Wellness Health and Counseling, can talk to you survivors, to available staff member confidentially. staff misconduct, s/he may explore independent counseling options. options. independent counseling explore s/he may misconduct, Regardless of whether an individual wants to officially report sexual report sexual officially to an individual wants whether of Regardless available and mental health resources Hospitals with physical Private If you would like to learn more about counseling and other options options other and about counseling more learn to like would If you 3. Access Off-Campus Resources Off-Campus 3. Access

Northwestern Student Handboook | 174 | | 174 Sexual Misconduct: Appendix B | 175 | | 175 - sign a state to be asked either might and the survivor be dismissed, ment or be jailed. Decisions Survivor’s the and Respecting Reports Police In an emergency dial +974 4454 0999 (on campus) or 999 (off campus) campus) or 999 (off +974 4454 0999 (on dial In an emergency a police report. Generally, once a sexual assault is reported to the to is reported assault sexual once a Generally, a police report. and make a report to the University. An individual has the right to to An individual has the right the University. a report to and make - informa identifiable personally share will only The University ability. support or services. resources deliver or to and respond investigate want your help, but if they don’t want to, you should also respect that that also respect should you to, want don’t but if they help, your want Qatar Campus for more information on what may happen if they file file if they happen may on what information more for Campus Qatar If physical evidence is inconclusive, the case would the case would is inconclusive, evidence If physical decide the case. choose whether to report the incident to the Title IX Coordinator or a Coordinator IX Title the report the incident to to whether choose the identity will protect The University an investigation. request or to its of the best to misconduct sexual of in reports involved persons of choice, but are encouraged to inquire about and understand the extent the extent and understand about inquire to encouraged but are choice, violence. of sexual survivor to the provide can confidentiality they of - poor treat historical revictimization, concerns over Publicity, decision. report an assault to the police is a personal one. one. the police is a personal to report an assault police, physical evidence of a struggle is collected and then the case is and then the case is collected a struggle of evidence physical police, place. if a crime took who then determines the prosecutor, to referred ment at the hands of the police, or fear of being jailed are examples of of examples are being jailed of or fear the police, the hands of ment at the police. involve to want not might a survivor reasons tion with persons with a need-to-know in order for the University to to the University for in order with a need-to-know tion with persons Survivors are encouraged to talk to the Deputy Title IX Coordinator— IX Title the Deputy talk to to encouraged are Survivors Whether or not the individual makes a police report, they can contact can contact they a police report, the individual makes or not Whether the protection laws in their home country. in their home laws the protection Students may also wish to investigate private service providers of their their of service providers private investigate to also wish may Students Deputy Title IX Coordinator for additional options and support and/ options additional for Coordinator IX Title Deputy 5. Contact the Title Title IX Coordinator the Contact 5. 4. Contact the Police the Contact 4. You should help a student or colleague make a police report if they if they a police report make or colleague help a student should You There is no right or wrong way for a survivor to proceed. The decision to to The decision proceed. to a survivor for way or wrong is no right There The amount of physical evidence which shows a struggle will usually usually will a struggle shows which evidence physical The amount of The confidentiality laws and regulations may differ substantially from from substantially differ may regulations and laws The confidentiality [email protected] [email protected] Johnston Colleen Chief Operations Officer Operations Chief Pim Thukral NU-Q 3-330 Title IX Coordinator IX Title +974 4454 5008 Email: Email: Phone: Contact: Contact: Location: Deputy Title IX Coordinator—Qatar Campus Coordinator—Qatar IX Title Deputy Title IX Coordinator—Evanston Campus Coordinator—Evanston IX Title information gathered by the Office of Equity, making every effort to avoid avoid to effort every making Equity, of the Office by gathered information authority, are obligated to promptly report sexual misconduct of which which of misconduct sexual report promptly to obligated are authority, sures are necessary and effective based on the parties’ evolving needs. needs. evolving based on the parties’ necessary and effective are sures with parties throughout an investigation to ensure that any interim mea- interim any that ensure to an investigation with parties throughout listed above are not subject to this reporting requirement. this to subject not are above listed either or both the reporting and responding parties involved in an incident parties involved and responding the reporting either or both employees), as well as graduate students with teaching or supervisory teaching with students as graduate as well employees), depriving any student of their education. The measures needed by each each needed by The measures their education. of student depriving any of sexual misconduct, prior to an investigation or while an investigation is an investigation or while an investigation to prior misconduct, sexual of work or class schedules, of modifications adjustments, course-related the parties, between on contact restrictions campus escort services, securi- increased absence, of leaves or housing locations, in work changes measures interim take to the University for be appropriate It may dations. a complaint. of during the investigation Under Northwestern policy, all University employees (including student (including student employees all University policy, Under Northwestern party may change over time, and the Office of Equity will communicate Equity will communicate of and the Office time, over change party may pending. Interim measures include counseling, extensions of time or other time or other of extensions include counseling, measures Interim pending. ty and monitoring of certain areas of campus, and other similar accommo- and other campus, of certain of areas ty and monitoring they become aware in the scope of their work for the University to the Title Title the to the University for their work in the scope of become aware they Interim measures are individualized services offered as appropriate to to as appropriate services offered individualized are measures Interim based on the and appropriate will be individualized measures Interim IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator. The Confidential Resources Resources The Confidential Coordinator. IX Title or Deputy Coordinator IX 6. Interim Measures & Support Services & Support Measures Interim 6. To report sexual misconduct to Northwestern, contact: Northwestern, to misconduct sexual report To

Northwestern Student Handboook | 176 | Sexual Misconduct: Appendix B | 177 | | 177 a medical assistance provider and/or police as soon as possible so so as soon as possible police and/or provider a medical assistance sample). eat before going to the hospital or seeking medical attention, and do attention, the hospital or seeking medical to going before eat quickly, consider going to a hospital or medical facility immediately immediately a hospital or medical facility to consider going quickly, es, pictures, and/or social networking pages by saving them and/or them and/or saving by pages social networking and/or pictures, es, not wash clothes or bedding. clothes wash not to seek a medical exam. If possible, do not shower, brush teeth, or teeth, brush shower, do not If possible, seek a medical exam. to they can collect evidence (e.g. from the drink, through urine or blood urine or blood through the drink, from (e.g. evidence can collect they taking screen shots. taking screen Because evidence that may be located on the body can dissipate on the body can dissipate be located may that evidence Because If there is a suspicion that a drink may have been drugged, inform inform been drugged, have a drink may is a suspicion that If there Preserve evidence of electronic communications like text messag- text like communications electronic of evidence Preserve may be accused of sex outside of marriage, which is illegal in the State in the State is illegal which marriage, outside of sex be accused of may require that there was resistance, i.e. skin of the perpetrator under the perpetrator the skin of i.e. resistance, was there that require of Qatar. of dent may not be classified as rape under Qatar law and the survivor survivor and the law rape under Qatar as be classified not dent may In the State of Qatar, forensic evidence for a conviction of rape may may rape of a conviction for evidence forensic Qatar, of In the State suggestions for preserving evidence related to an incident of sexual sexual incident of an to related evidence preserving for suggestions every incident: every cluding the measures mentioned in this section – even if they do not do not if they – even in this section mentioned the measures cluding Process. Resolution Complaint in the University’s participate to choose misconduct. Outside of Qatar, a forensic rape exam is a consideration is a consideration exam rape a forensic Qatar, of Outside misconduct. it is a Qatar, of Within the State violence. sexual of survivors many for violence. sexual of survivors for consideration possible misconduct to preserve evidence to the greatest extent possible as possible extent the greatest to evidence preserve to misconduct this may preserve more options for them in the future. Below are are Below future. them in the for options more preserve this may Northwestern encourages individuals who have experienced sexual sexual experienced have individuals who encourages Northwestern It is important to keep in mind that each suggestion may not apply in apply not may suggestion each in mind that keep It is important to fingernails, bruises. If there is no evidence of a struggle, then an inci- struggle, of a evidence is no If there bruises. fingernails, As noted above, an individual may request to receive support- – in receive to request may an individual above, As noted 7. Preserve Evidence Preserve 7. • • •