New Policy Adopted to Protect Employees from Retaliation

The Office of the President has recently adopted a new Non-Retaliation Policy. The purpose of this policy is to better define protections from retaliation for individuals who, in good faith, participate in investigations or report alleged violations of policies, laws, rules, or regulations applicable to the University. It applies to all employees at all campuses […]

The Office of the President has recently adopted a new Non-Retaliation Policy. The purpose of this policy is to better define protections from retaliation for individuals who, in good faith, participate in investigations or report alleged violations of policies, laws, rules, or regulations applicable to the University. It applies to all employees at all campuses and any employee who may be working off-campus on University business.

The policy includes key definitions; outlines the reporting process for those who feel they have been retaliated against; and lists additional resources available for assistance.

“As a top public university, compliance with laws and policies is a critical component for the success of our institution and our faculty and staff,” says University President Michael Hogan. “To assist in our compliance, the University has several resources available for individuals to report suspected violations of these laws and policies. For these resources to be effective, individuals who wish to report suspected violations must feel safe and supported in their actions and protected from retaliation.

“Retaliation at the University of Connecticut will not be tolerated,” Hogan adds.

Any individual who feels he or she has been a victim of retaliation, as defined in the policy, should contact the appropriate University office immediately. Employees may also contact the University’s confidential REPORTLINE: 1-888-685-2637.