Procedures

How to Report:

In the event that you experience, or witness, an incident that may be rooted in bias or hate, please complete the online “Incident Report” form at nl.edu/letusknow, and select “Bias Incident or Hate Crime” as the option for “nature of report.” Anyone may use this form following experiencing or witnessing a bias-related incident. You should submit this form even if you are uncertain about whether or not the incident was motivated by bias. All reports will be reviewed and reporting parties will receive follow up to offer support and gather more information when needed.

The reporting form can be found here at nl.edu/letusknow; please use the Incident Report Form to report Bias-Related or Hate Crime incidents.

When filling out the reporting form, please remember to provide as much information as possible. This will assist in determining how to process the report.

What happens after I report an incident?

All Bias or Hate Related incident reports are reviewed promptly by the Dean of Students (or designee) in order to determine the level of urgency and identify appropriate plan for follow up. If identified, the Dean of Students (or designee) will reach out to the individual within two business days to offer interim supportive measures, gather more information when needed and discuss next steps.

Processes for Addressing Bias-Related Incidents

During the initial review of the reported incident, the Dean of Students (or designee) will make a determination about whether or not the alleged conduct may constitute a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. If it is determined that the conduct may have violated the Student Code of Conduct, the Dean of Students (or designee) may deem that the initiation of a formal investigation is necessary. The investigative process, outlined below, mirrors that of other areas of potential student conduct violations.