WVU is committed to promoting a safe and inclusive work environment, and addressing behavior and circumstances that cause individuals to feel unsafe or unwelcome while working. This applies to all work settings, including research environments.
WVU Compliance Guidelines
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BOG Governance Rule 1.6
Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Domestic Misconduct, Stalking, Retaliation, and Relationships -
BOG Student Life Rule 6.1
Student Rights and Responsibilities; Student Conduct - WVU Employee Code of Conduct (PDF)
Additionally, all researchers are encouraged to think about how they can promote a safe and inclusive environment for their research team, regardless of whether they conduct their research in office, lab, field, or online environment. Best practices suggest that researchers should be proactive in planning for a SAI environment, and in communicating their commitment to a SAI environment.
WVU SAI Training
WVU RCR offers seminars, roundtables, and consultations to help researchers promote safe and inclusive environments for their research teams.
WVU encourages all research personnel to be proactive in matters related to SAI environments. WVU does not require SAI plans except as mandate by federal funding agencies. Currently, the NSF and NIH have SAI-related planning, communication, and reporting requirements.