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Individuals have a number of reporting options on and off campus, but should be aware
of confidentiality and reporting requirements when making a report. Individuals can
make a report to UW, law enforcement, or confidential resources. You can report to
more than one of these options, as they represent difference processes with different
procedures and potential outcomes.
UW can review reports for possible violations of UW policy, and someone found responsible
for a violation can be terminated or expelled from the University. A report is not
considered a Formal Complaint and does not necessarily require a formal investigation.
The easiest and most common way to make a report to UW is via the ReportIt website
( www.uwyo.edu/reportit). There is an online form that submits a report directly to EORR. Someone should respond within 72 hours,
but this usually happens within a day. Anonymous reports are accepted, but are more
difficult to review. You can also email report-it@uwyo.edu or call 307-766-5200. In-person reports can be made in our office (Bureau of Mines
318); walk-ins are welcome but we cannot guarantee that someone will always be available
without an appointment. Please note that all UW employees are considered mandatory
reporters; if you tell a UW employee about what happened, they are required to report
all information to EORR.
In addition to reporting incidents to the University, individuals are strongly encouraged
(but not required) to report incidents of sexual misconduct to law enforcement. You
can speak with law enforcement without initiating a UW investigation. You have the
option to speak with a police officer without initiating an investigation. This is
referred to as an "information-only report." The officer will make notes on any information
you would like to share and will take your name and some contact information. However,
the police will not take any action on the report unless you request it. Reports
to UWPD may be made in person (1010 E. Ivinson Ave in the UW parking garage), by email
( uwpd@uwyo.edu), or phone (307-766-5179). You can submit an anonymous text message by texting UWYO
and your message to 847411 (Tips411). However if you have an emergency please dial
911 or call the UW Police Department.
There are also confidential ways to get assistance and information. Many people find
it helpful to talk to a victim advocate such as the Albany County SAFE Project (745-3556,
info@safeproject.org). The SAFE Project has an advocate available on campus (766-3434,
campus@safeproject.org); advocates are also available off-campus if that is more comfortable for you. Certain
offices on campus offer highly confidential services protected by law. These offices
include the University Counseling Center, Student Health Services, and the Psychology
Center. Information you provide to these offices cannot be shared without your permission,
except in extreme cases that involve a minor or immediate danger. |
