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The University of New Haven is committed to achieving a diverse and pluralistic community that reflects the multiracial and culturally diverse society in the United States through strict non-discrimination in admissions, educational programs and employment. The commitment to Affirmative Action is also a commitment to be proactive in the continuing effort to diversify the faculty, staff and the student body at the University. The University will base decisions on employment so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.
Sexual Harassment is illegal and is prohibited by:
The Connecticut General Statue- Discriminatory Employment Practices Act ( Section
4a-60 (a) (8). And Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 United States Code
Section 2000e et seq.)
Sexual Harassment means “any unwelcome sexual advances or requests for sexual favors or any conduct of a
sexual nature when: 1. Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly
a term or condition of an individual’s employment 2. Submission to or rejection of
such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions affecting
such individual or 3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering
with an individual’ work performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive
working environment.
Examples of Sexual Harassment include but are not limited to:
Unwelcome sexual advances
Requests for sexual favors
Suggestive or lewd remarks
Unwanted or inappropriate touching of any kind - staring or leering at parts of a
person’s body
Retaliation for complaining about sexual harassment
Derogatory, suggestive or pornographic posters, cartoons, drawings, or screen savers
Remedies for Sexual Harassment may include:
Cease and desist orders
Suspension
Termination
Back pay
Compensatory damages
Hiring, promotion or reinstatement
Individual who engage in such acts or harassment may also be subject to civil and
criminal penalties.
Policy: University of New Haven’s Sexual Harassment Policy
• The University of New Haven is committed to the philosophy that all community members should enjoy an environment free of sexual harassment. It is the policy of the University to prevent and eliminate sexual harassment.
Other types of Harassment
Harassment in relation to race, skin color, personal appearance, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status,
national origin, age or disability (physical or mental).
Policy: University of New Haven’s General Harassment Policy
• The University of New Haven is committed to the philosophy that all community members
should enjoy and environment free of any harassment. There is a zero tolerance to
harassment or discrimination of any kind based an individual’s sex, race, color, personal
appearance, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital
status, civil union status, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran
or veteran of the Vietnam era or national or ethnic origin, nor does the University
discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation.
Scope:
Applies to all campus personal-employment candidates, employees, vendors, and contractors.
Process /Procedure:
If you have questions or concerns or believe that you or others are being sexually
harassed or generally harassed please contact Caroline Koziatek in the Human Resource
Department on ext 7479 to schedule an appointment or speak to any supervisor. If
you feel you have been discriminated against you also can contact the Connecticut
Commission of Human Rights and Opportunities, West Central Regional office #3, Rowland
Center, 55 West Main St, Suite 210, Waterbury, CT 06702. Phone 203 805-6530.
Download the Harassment Prevention Statement here.
The University of New Haven is committed in achieving a diverse and pluralistic community, which reflects the multi-racial and culturally diverse society in the United States through strict non-discrimination in admissions, educational programs and employment. The commitment to Affirmative Action is also a commitment to be proactive in the continuing effort to diversify the faculty, staff and the student body at the University. The University will base decisions on employment so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.
It is the University of New Haven’s goal to hire the most qualified individuals in every position within the University. The University is committed to basing judgments concerning employment of individuals on their qualifications, abilities, skills and experience and affirmatively seeks to attract persons with diverse backgrounds.
The University will recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to individual’s sex, sexual orientation, race, color, personal appearance, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, genetic information, disability (including but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability) or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.
The University will ensure that promotion decisions are in accord with principles of equal employment opportunity by imposing only valid requirements for promotional opportunities. The University will ensure that all personnel actions such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will be administered without regard to individual’s sex, sexual orientation, race, color, personal appearance, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, civil union status, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, genetic information, disability (including but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability) or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.
If you have questions or concerns in regard to this policy contact Caroline Koziatek, Vice President of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator and Diversity Officer, in the Human Resource Department on ext 7479 to schedule an appointment.
Revised: 11/12
Download the full Non-Discrimination Policy and Affirmative Action Statement in PDF format here
Diversity Policy
The University of New Haven is committed to achieving a diverse and pluralistic community
that reflects the multiracial and culturally diverse society in contemporary America.
The Diversity Committee has been established to guide the University in implementing
this Diversity Policy. The University will work towards attracting and retaining a
diverse faculty, staff, and student body for the purpose of creating a pluralistic
scholarly community. The committee will assist the administration in the development
and implementation of programs and policies that support an enriched educational experience
for a diverse University community. The University of New Haven does not discriminate
in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account
of that individual’s gender, gender identity or expression, race, color, religion,
age, disability, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, or national or
ethnic origin.
Notice of Nondiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of New Haven is committed to equal access in educational and employment
opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital
or civil union status, or disabilities not related to performance, in compliance with
federal and state statutes. Benefits, privileges, and opportunities offered by the
University of New Haven are available to all students and employees on a nondiscriminatory
basis in accordance with federal and state statutes. In recruitment of students and
employees, the University of New Haven subscribes to a policy of affirmative action
and equal opportunity. Inquiries regarding affirmative action, equal opportunity,
and Title IX may be directed to the University’s Affirmative Action Officer at 300
Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT 06516; phone 203.932.7479.
In support of the University’s commitment to achieve a diverse and pluralistic community which reflects the multiracial and culturally diverse society in contemporary America, the University has established a Diversity Committee. With this committee, the University will work towards attracting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body for the purpose of creating a pluralistic scholarly community. The committee will assist the administration in the development and implementation of programs and policies that support an enriched educational and employment experience for a diverse University community.