VIII. Retaliation Prohibited
Any actual or threatened retaliation or any act of intimidation to prevent or otherwise obstruct the reporting of discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct is prohibited and is a separate violation of this policy. This includes but is not limited to retaliation against any individual who brings a complaint under this policy or who cooperates with or otherwise participates in the investigation or resolution of a complaint under this policy. The University will take steps to prevent retaliation and will also take responsive action if the University finds that retaliation has occurred. Individuals who (directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, or means) engage in such retaliatory actions are subject to disciplinary action. An individual who is threatened in any way should immediately report these concerns to the Title IX/EEO Coordinator or one of the designated Deputy Title IX/ EEO Coordinators. All complaints, allegations, or reports of retaliation under this policy should be made and processed by the same procedures set forth in this policy.