Standards of Conduct and Nondiscrimination

A successful graduate experience is built upon a foundation of mutual respect, inside and outside of the classroom. The freedom to articulate, share, and contest individual points of view is our most important priority. To ensure that all students are able to engage within our shared learning community, the university has adopted policies governing conduct expectations.  The Code of Student Conduct is intended to ensure that students, recognized student organizations, and student groups conduct themselves in accordance with the values of the University by participating in an environment which respects differences of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race or color, marital status, ethnicity, religion or creed, ancestry, genetic information, pregnancy, national origin, disability, age, and veteran’s status.

Similarly,  BGSU has adopted a Non-Discrimination in Employment and Education policy, outlining its commitment to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. 

The Title IX Sexual Harassment policy prohibits sexual harassment and the crimes of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking (as defined by the Clery Act) and reaffirms BGSU’s commitment to build a welcoming and safe environment

Student must be familiar with all of these policies. Anyone may report alleged violations of these policies, or other incidents or concerns online at: See It. Hear It. Report It. There are various incident forms available including:

·         Student Conduct Report

Use this form to report potential violations of the Code of Student Conduct on or off campus involving students or recognized student organizations. Incidents include but are not limited to: alcohol misuse, drug use, violations of Residence Life or other campus policies, physical assault, organizational misconduct, disruptive behavior, or theft.

·         Student of Concern Report

Use this form to provide information about a student who is exhibiting behaviors that are of concern in relation to their personal (e.g., food or housing insecurity), physical or emotional well-being.

·         Hazing Report

Use this form to report hazing information involving students, recognized student organizations, clubs, teams, etc.  You can also call the BGSU Hazing Report Line at 419-372-HAZE (4293) to speak with staff from the Office of the Dean of Students 24/7.

·         Title IX Sexual Harassment Report

Use this form to report incidents involving alleged misconduct that involve sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking or retaliation.

·         Campus Climate Concern Report

Use this form to report general campus climate concerns. Campus climate concerns can include actions that impact anyone in the community based on their identity (such as race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or religion).

·         Harassment/Discrimination Report

Use this form to report incidents involving allegations of discrimination or harassment based upon perceived or actual protected class.

·         Campus Free Speech and Intellectual Diversity Report

Use this form to report incidents involving potential violations of BGSU Freedom of Expression Policy, Ohio Public Policy on Principles of Free Speech and Intellectual Diversity.