Who |
What |
Where |
When* |
Student |
Files Formal Complaint; if student plans to be assisted by a representative, provides written notice as to representative’s name and whether the representative is an attorney |
Chief Academic Officer (CAO) |
Within 30 days of the alleged conduct |
CAO |
Forwards complaint |
(1) To designated investigator; |
Within 5 days of receipt of complaint |
Department/Unit Head |
Files written answer to charges |
With designated investigator(s) |
Within 10 days of receipt of grievance |
Investigator(s) |
Examines circumstances of charge and reports findings |
CAO |
Within 30 days of the Vice Chancellor’s initial receipt of the grievance |
Student |
Presents Written Request for Formal Hearing; indicates preference for Hearing Officer or Committee |
To CAO |
Within 10 days of receipt of investigator'(s) report |
CAO |
Arranges for an impartial hearing by the Hearing Officer or Committee |
Campus location or Zoom |
Within 30 days of the student’s request for hearing. |
CAO |
Notifies grievant and Department or Unit Head of the hearing time and place |
Personally |
15 days before hearing date |
Each party |
Exchanges evidence |
To be agreed upon |
No later than 7 days before the hearing |
Hearing Officer or Committee |
Reports findings; makes recommendations |
CAO |
Within 30 days after hearing |
CAO |
Makes decision based on the recommendation of the Hearing entity for appropriate remedy if a violation has been found |
(1) To both parties and their representatives, if any; |
Within 15 days of receipt of the report from the hearing entity. |
Student |
Files appeal |
To Chief Executive (CEO) |
Within 30 days from the date of the decision |
CAO |
Retains record of grievance hearing records |
CAO |
5 years after the end of the academic year in which the grievance is closed. |