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Policy number
16.005
Policy description

It is the policy of the University of North Texas to maintain a safe and respectful work and educational environment that is free from sex discrimination and allows all individuals to fully participate in the benefits and privileges the University has to offer. Therefore, in accordance with Title IX and state law, the University prohibits sexual misconduct at its educational programs and activities. Sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and other conduct prohibited under this Policy will be subject to disciplinary action.

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16.005 Prohibition Against Sexual Misconduct and Retaliation.pdf
Policy owner
VP for Finance and Administration
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All University
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Reviewed out-of-cycle of the standard 6-year review process. Updated to align with Executive Order 14168.
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Policy contact changed to "Asst. Vice President, Equal Opportunity & Title IX" from "VP for Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access."
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This policy has been updated to allow witness statements to be considered as evidence in Title IX hearings, even if the witness fails to appear for the hearing. The grounds for appeal have been delineated, and the time to appeal has been increased from 5 days to 10. Finally, the definition of retaliation has been updated.
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Revision merged UNT 16.007, Title IX Sexual Harassment, and 16.005 into a comprehensive sexual misconduct policy. Effective date: 6/1/2021.
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The policy was revised to incorporate the significant changes required by SB212 related to reporting, victim interaction, investigating, disciplining, training,and contracting.
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The policy was revised to comply with SB 969, requiring a new university definition of "sexual harassment."
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