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The College is committed to the principles of the free expression of ideas and providing an atmosphere of civility and mutual respect. In the spirit of protecting these values that the College prohibits discrimination and harassment by students, organizations, and visitors. For information about College Policies related to the College’s Freedom of Expression Philosophy, please refer to the following links.

Freedom of Expression Philosophy

The College’s Freedom of Expression Philosophy is applicable to all members of the campus community, including students, faculty, and staff. The philosophy of freedom of expression reflects the College’s commitment to sustain a community in which all members feel that their ideas, opinions, and beliefs are respected and protected, even when those ideas are not shared universally.

Student Harassment Policy

The College’s Student Harassment Policy is applicable to students only, and outlines what conduct would be considered a violation of policy.

Gettysburg College Bias Response and Education Protocol

The College’s Bias Response and Education Protocol is applicable to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, and staff. This protocol outlines the reporting process for those who experience bias that does not rise to harassment or discrimination. For more information about defintions, please refer to the defintions page.

Gettysburg College’s Nondiscrimination Statement

The College’s Nondiscrimination Statement is applicable to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, and staff. Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination based on legally-protected characteristics in accordance with federal civil rights laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 if the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 and other applicable laws.

Gettysburg College’s Title IX Policy

The College’s Title IX Policy is applicable to all members of the campus community including students, faculty, and staff. The College’s Title IX Policy specifically addresses conduct that falls within the definition of sexual harassment under Title IX.

Gettysburg College supports student freedom of expression, including demonstrations, invited speakers, and distribution of materials, as long as activities follow laws, College policies, and do not disrupt safety or operations. Posting and chalking are only permitted in approved locations, must include sponsor and date, and follow specific content, size, and removal rules. For more information, please refer to:

Policy and Guidelines for Public Expression, Invited Speakers, and Distribution of Written Materials on Campus

 

Reporting

Any member of the College Community can report complaints of the Discrimination or Harassment Policy to the College Life Office at extension 6907 or Campus Safety at 6912.  Complaints can also be submitted electronically via the Community Concern Form.

Students, faculty, and staff can report a bias-related incident through the appropriate link below:

https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?GettysburgCollege&layout_id=3

 

Resources

Below is a list of offices and committees that can be helpful in addressing concerns of discrimination, harassment, and bias.

Resources available to employees and students for addressing discrimination, harassment, and bias

For Employees	For Students
Office of Diversity & Inclusion	Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Human Resources	Counseling & Wellness
Provost’s Office	Office of Multicultural Engagement
College Ombuds	Gender & Sexuality Resource Center
Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee	International Student Services
College Chaplain	College Chaplain