Filing a Report

Online Submission Forms

General Student Misconduct

This form is for anyone looking to submit a complaint of general violations of the University's Code of Student Conduct (examples include: alcohol, controlled substances, theft, harassment, etc.). Questions regarding the submission of reports involving student misconduct both on and off-campus can be directed to Beth Anne Voight-Jause, Executive Director of Community Standards/Title IX Coordinator, at 203-416-3420 or voight-jauseb@sacredheart.edu.

Anonymous Hazing Report

This form is for anyone looking to submit a complaint of hazing by a university club or organization. Hazing is a crime in the state of Connecticut and is prohibited in accordance with the Code of Student Conduct & Community Standards in the Sacred Heart University Student Handbook. Connecticut law defines “Hazing” as any action which recklessly or intentionally endangers the health or safety of a person for the purpose of initiation, admission into or affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a student organization. If you have any questions regarding filing an incident report, contact Beth Anne Voight-Jause, Executive Director of Community Standards/Title IX Coordinator, at 203-416-3420 or voight-jauseb@sacredheart.edu.

Anti-Discrimination and Discriminatory Harassment Policy & Procedures

Sacred Heart University does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on a person’s actual or perceived race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, national origin, ethnicity (including ancestry), religion, creed, political affiliation, citizenship or immigration status, sex (including but not limited to romantic or sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, marital or domestic partnership status, family responsibilities, and domestic violence victim status) physical, mental, learning and intellectual disability, age, veteran or military status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.

Discrimination, Discriminatory Harassment or Bias Incident Reporting Form

This form is for anyone looking to report concerns about Discrimination, Discriminatory Harassment or bias in the SHU community. If you have any questions about filing an incident report, or need assistance, contact the Director of Institutional Equity Compliance & Support, Freda Grant at 203-396-8067 or grantf2@sacredheart.edu.

Sexual Harassment Policy

Gender-based Discrimination/Sexual Misconduct

Sacred Heart University is firmly committed to maintaining a learning, living, and working environment for members of the University community, guests and visitors, free from all forms of gender-based sexual harassment (hereinafter referred to as “harassment”), including acts of sexual violence, sexual harassment, domestic violence, intimate partner violence and stalking.

This form is for anyone looking to submit a complaint of gender-based discrimination, including sexual harassment of any kind. Questions regarding the submission of a complaint can be directed to Beth Anne Voight-Jause, Executive Director of Community Standards/Title IX Coordinator, at voight-jauseb@sacredheart.edu or 203-416-3420.

The Sexual Harassment Policy also provides guidance for those who have been involved in an incident of sexual misconduct, outlines the University's disciplinary response to alleged incidents, and identifies campus  and community resources within the University responsible for managing the policy and programs associated with it. Sacred Heart University's policy is intended to comply with relevant state and federal statutes and it applies to faculty, staff and students. Members of the University community may find the entire Sexual Harassment Policy and grievance procedures in the University Student Handbook. Students who are seeking information about reporting options and various resources can find a comprehensive guide in the SHU Sexual Misconduct Student Resources & Referral Options.

Additionally, the University encourages students with questions/concerns about filing a report to reach out to Beth Anne Voight-Jause, Executive Director of Community Standards/Title IX Coordinator, at 203-416-3420 or voight-jauseb@sacredheart.edu. For employees, contact Freda Grant, Director of Institutional Equity Compliance & Support and Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Employees at grantf2@sacredheart.edu or 203-396-8067.