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Restorative or Educational Response

An educational response is nondisciplinary and does not result in findings related to responsibility or in sanctions. An educational response does not preclude further steps, including formal resolution or alternative resolution, if a complaint is later made or additional information is received by OCR.

When can educational response measures be taken?

Educational response involves measures taken by the University in response to a report of discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct when:

  • a formal resolution is not desired by the person who may have experienced the misconduct,
  • there is not enough information to proceed with a formal resolution process against a known Respondent, and/or
  • the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance (OCR) deems it an appropriate response.
Educational response is not used where OCR has determined that the University must proceed with an investigation.

Results of an Educational Response

Educational response may include, but is not limited to:

  • An educational meeting with the subject of the report
  • Referral to another University office for response
  • Training for a group or unit
  • An advisory letter

If OCR refers an educational response to another University office, the responsive University office will provide a brief summary of the actions taken.