Reporting bias or hate
Our commitment to a safe and welcoming environment for all
The College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is committed to providing a safe environment free from harassment, discrimination, bias, and sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking. We have no tolerance for discriminatory language or actions that create a hostile environment or that prevent any member of our community, our clients, and our stakeholders from being respected and represented in our community of scholarship, learning and work.
Below are resources to assist anyone who may have experienced or witnessed such behavior regardless of where the misconduct took place.
Several ways to report
College of Veterinary Medicine
Anyone can file a report if they encounter or suspect incidences of bias, discrimination or sexual assault. You can start by contacting someone you trust: a supervisor, advisor, human resources specialist, CVM mental health advocate, or administrator. These individuals will assist in coordinating an appropriate response.
UMN-wide all bias incident reporting (anonymous)
You also may initiate an anonymous report via the Bias Response Referral Network. The network, along with other campus partners, responds to bias incidents on the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities campus. You may report bias incidents by:
- submitting a report using BRRN UReport;
- calling the BRRN at 612-314-3850;
- Emailing the BRRN at [email protected]
Third-Party all incident reporting (anonymous)
The UMN Ethical Advocate is an independent, third party portal that can protect your privacy. This service will route the communication to the correct University office(s). Your identity remains hidden to the university office(s) notified by the advocate.
UMN-wide sexual misconduct reporting (can request anonymity)
The Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Office is available to address sexual misconduct, including sexual assault, stalking, relationship violence, nepotism, and retaliation.
Unsure?
The University’s Bias Response Referral Network has an informative FAQ page that can clarify what constitutes a bias incident and how a bias report will be addressed.
Possible criminal offense?
If your concern is criminal in nature, you have the option of pursuing criminal charges. If you have questions, contact the University Police Department at 612-624-2677 for immediate assistance.