Princeton University has a strong commitment to creating and maintaining an educational, working, and living environment that values diversity and respect for others. To advance the University’s educational mission and cultivate an ethos of collective care, the University maintains clear regulations, policies, and disciplinary procedures. Rights, Rules, Responsibilities As members of the University community, graduate students are bound by the rules and procedures described in Rights, Rules, Responsibilities. Information on the Graduate School student conduct system is covered in section “2.6 The Graduate School.” Complaint & Grievance Resolution The Student Affairs team is available to discuss and support you with the following issues: Graduate student complaints and grievances against other graduate students Concerns related to University principles of general conduct and regulations Matters involving sexual harassment and assault, racial or ethnic bias or harassment, or discrimination Personal safety and security Within the Office of the Provost, the director for equal opportunity, Cheri Burgess, and the title IX coordinator, Michele Minter, are also available to discuss concerns related to discrimination or harassment, or issues of personal safety and security. They can be reached at 609-258-6110. Information on the University’s Nondiscrimination/Anti-Harassment Policy and Grievance Procedures, including available resources and how to file a complaint under the Policy, can be found on the Inclusive Princeton website. We also encourage you to review the Graduate Student’s Guide to the Grievance Process. Sexual Misconduct The University's sex discrimination and sexual misconduct policy outlines types of prohibited conduct, how to access resources and/or make a complaint, and investigative and disciplinary procedures. Full information on reporting options and resources can be found on Princeton’s Sexual Misconduct & Title IX website. You will also find a list of Frequently Asked Questions regarding allegations of sexual misconduct and parties' rights under the University's discipline process. Individuals who have experienced or witnessed an alleged incident of sex discrimination or sexual misconduct have many options and the University recognizes that deciding among these options can be difficult. Individuals are encouraged to seek assistance from a confidential resource before deciding how to proceed. Resources Academic Grievance ProcessNo Contact/No Communication Orders FAQsGraduate Student’s Guide to the Grievance Process
