September 24, 2002

TO: All University Faculty, Staff and Students

FROM: Marye Anne Fox, Chancellor

RE: Unlawful Discrimination and Harassment

Over the past several weeks, we have commemorated the one-year anniversary of September 11 and have reflected on the impact this tragedy has had upon our nation and the world. It is important and appropriate for our university community to also reflect upon the laws that guide our interactions within the working and learning environments at North Carolina State University. As Chancellor, I reaffirm our University's commitment to creating and maintaining an environment free of harassment where people can work and learn. This commitment is outlined in The Unlawful Harassment Policy Statement that states that harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or sexual orientation is a form of discrimination that will not be tolerated. Copies of this policy are available in the offices of your Dean, Department Head, the Offices for Equal Opportunity, Human Resources, Legal Affairs, and Student Conduct. This policy can also be found on the web at www.fis.ncsu.edu/ncsulegal/areg-harassment.html.

The University will promptly investigate any concerns or complaints of harassment and, when necessary, will institute disciplinary action against the offending individual or groups. Disciplinary measures may involve a range of action up to and including termination of employment or expulsion from the University.

At this institution, we have a goal of fostering tolerance, sensitivity, understanding and respect among members of our university community while encouraging all individuals to reach their potential. We are dedicated to serving a diverse community that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of each person. Therefore, no acts of harassment or discrimination will be tolerated among any of the faculty, staff or students who comprise this community. It is imperative that each of us respects others and treats our peers, colleagues, and fellow human beings with the utmost respect and kindness.

Individuals with questions or concerns regarding unlawful harassment should seek assistance from their supervisor, advisor, department head, a Harassment Resolution Officer, or a representative from any of the offices listed below.

Office for Equal Opportunity
513-1234
www.ncsu.edu/equal_op

Human Resources
515-6575
www2.acs.ncsu.edu/hr/

Office of Legal Affairs
515-3071
www.fis.ncsu.edu/ncsulegal

Office of Student Conduct
515-2963
www2.ncsu.edu:8010/student_affairs/osc/

Harassment Resolution Officers
www.ncsu.edu/equal_op/harassment/HRO.html