Resolution Options for Reports Under the Equal Opportunity Policy:
Involving Student Respondents
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Formal Report
After filing a report or having a report filed on their behalf, the Complainant has the option to ask the OUEC to take action. This can be through a formal or informal process.
Informal Resolution
- Voluntary
- Remedy driven
- No formal findings of fact or sanctioning
- Options for Informal Resolution: Education/Training AND/OR Facilitated Dialogue
Formal Resolution
- OUEC interviews Complainant, Respondent, and any Witnesses
- OUEC investigator gathers other pertinent information
- OUEC compiles Investigative Report, inclusive of all information collected
OUEC will then transfer the case to OSCCR
Student Conduct Board Hearing (via OSCCR)
- Five member board reviews evidence and makes determination
- Contact OSCCR at osccr@northeastern.edu for more information
Definition Review:
What is a Complainant?
Complainant means an individual who is alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute a potential violation of the University’s Policy on Equal Opportunity, the Policy on Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment and Title IX, and/or the Policy on Non-Fraternization.
What is a Respondent?
Respondent means the individual who is alleged to have violated the University’s Policy on Equal Opportunity, the Policy on Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment and Title IX, and/or the Policy on Non-Fraternization.
Who constitutes as a Witness?
Anyone who saw or heard anything about a policy break would be considered a witness. Witnesses are not required to share information, but it is highly suggested that they speak with someone from the OUEC to share their story and gain access to supports if needed.
Who is OSCCR?
OSCCR is the Northeastern Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution. OSCCR is in charge of hearing all cases that involve student conduct.
Policy on Equal Opportunity
Prohibits discrimination (differential treatment and/or harassment) based on race, color, religion, religious creed, genetic information, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran or disability status.