Reporting Process

This document is an incomplete version, and will invariably change over time.

This PGG reporting policy was developed during the URGE coursework. As such, this document is constantly under revision. While a majority of the policy is contingent on Columbia University resources, the hope is that the resources available will become clearer and more accessible in the future. Our policy attempts to: collate all resources and policy that our institutions have in one place for easier access; and, cover areas in which the current reporting policy does not address.

Policy For the CU / LDEO Community

Our reporting policies follow the policies put in place by Columbia University and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory. All students, faculty, staff, and visitors are covered within the scope of the policies set forth by the institutions. The policies are available on the websites below and will not be transcribed:

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): Non-Discrimination Statement and Policies | EOAA

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): Policies | Student Conduct and Community Standards

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): Documents | Student Conduct and Community Standards

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): Summary of New York State "Enough is Enough" Bill | CU

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): Gender-Based Misconduct Reporting Responsibilities for Columbia University Faculty and Staff

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): Confidentiality Protections & Reporting Obligations | CU

Columbia University Policies (columbia.edu): An Introduction to Columbia's Gender-Based Misconduct & Interim Title IX Policies for Students

Title IX and EOAA at Lamont & Columbia | Academic Affairs & Diversity: Discrimination, Harassment and Gender-based Misconduct Policies

Title IX and EOAA at Lamont & Columbia | Academic Affairs & Diversity: Discrimination, Harassment and Gender-Based Misconduct Training

Reporting Resources

None of these resources allow for anonymous reports. However, a number of these resources are confidential. We will indicate which of these are known to be confidential reporting resources.

Marjory D. Fisher – Associate Vice President & Title IX Coordinator, University Life: Referral Form: Discrimination, Harassment, Gender-Based Misconduct | CU

Marjory D. Fisher – Associate Vice President & Title IX Coordinator, University Life: Harassment and Title IX: Information for the Lamont/Columbia Community

Marjory D. Fisher – Associate Vice President & Title IX Coordinator, University Life: Office of Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action | CU

Marjory D. Fisher – Associate Vice President & Title IX Coordinator, University Life: Office of Sexual Respect | CU

Marjory D. Fisher – Associate Vice President & Title IX Coordinator, University Life: CPW-UAW Workplace Issue Form | Postdoc Union

Together We Can Create a Culture of Sexual Respect | CU: Employee Assistance Program | Human Resources | CU

Together We Can Create a Culture of Sexual Respect | CU: Counseling & Psychological Services | CU Health

Together We Can Create a Culture of Sexual Respect | CU: Ombuds Office | Columbia University

Policy Revision

At Columbia University, the policy revision process is staunch in bureaucracy. However, it is possible to make policy changes within the institution. The workflow PDF detailing the revision process within the University is below.

Workflow: University Policies (non-academic) Infographic. Description TBD — Workflow: University Policies (non-academic)

At Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory, one recommendation is contacting the current Associate Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Vicki Ferrini | Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory. Raising concerns to a committee or EXCOM division representative, may lead to a campus wide Town Hall meeting.

Policy FAQ:

Case officers within the Title IX and EOAA offices are not publicly listed as of February 2021.

The police are only included if the victim files a claim with the NYPD and/or Campus Safety. In the case of police involvement, the EOAA and Campus Safety offer support during the formal law enforcement process.

“Resolutions that are not punitive or disciplinary in nature will continue to be available options under each of the Policies.” – Gender-Based Misconduct and Interim Title IX Policies and Procedures for Students | Columbia University
“Case is reviewed by investigators in EOAA or GBM Offices. Suggested sanctions are presented to the Supervisor or Dean, who then makes executive decisions. Appeal process available.” – Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory | Discrimination, Harassment and Gender-Based Misconduct Training (ldeo.columbia.edu)

EOAA Investigative Process | Columbia University & Interim Title IX Grievance Process | Columbia University.

Columbia University Non-Retaliation Policy | (columbia.edu)

Columbia University Policies

Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory Policies

Make A Report

Confidential Reporting

Who do in-person and online reports go to? Who has access to see reports?

Are police included in the process? If they are, when and how are they included? Are individuals accompanied by an advocate or someone from the organization when with the police?

What are the outcomes or consequences for reported perpetrators?

Who decides the outcomes / consequences? What is the process?

Is there protection against retaliation or repercussions? Are there accommodations for continuing work or coursework? For coursework, is there an option for pass/fail or outside assessment?