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OIEC has an obligation and jurisdiction to conduct at least a preliminary inquiry to determine whether the alleged conduct warrants further action. When someone has concerns about behaviors that are a potential violation of our policies, OIEC can either conduct a formal resolution process – consisting of an investigation, determining whether a policy violation occurred, sanctioning, and appeal, as applicable - or resolve the issue through an informal resolution process that can include educational, restorative justice, and remedies-based options.

OIEC acts as a neutral, objective fact-finder in the formal resolution process.

Anyone considering reporting an incident or concern can discuss the reporting options confidentially with the Office of Victim Assistance (OVA).

When a report is made, OIEC will:

• Follow up with the person making the report, if they are reporting for someone else.
• Contact the person impacted by the behavior (the complainant).
• Provide information about confidential resources.
• Discuss options for possible support or safety remedies, such as changes to academic, living, transportation, and working situations for the complainant.
• Explain the available resolution options.

Even if the complainant chooses not to move forward or participate in an adjudication process (through OIEC or law enforcement), they can contact OIEC for .