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I. Introduction to the Program

II. Overview: Objectives of the Sexual Harassment Investigation

III. Dealing with Complaint Issues
Responding to rumors, hearsay or anonymous reports of harassment
Responding to "stale" allegations---alleged incidents years in past
Victim denials of harassment or assertions of consensual, welcome conduct
Victim refusals to sign complaint or proceed without promise of confidentiality

IV. Dealing with Evidence Issues
"He says-she says" cases--options when there are no witnesses to the alleged harassment
Refusal of supporting witnesses to testify, sign statements or proceed without promise of confidentiality

Questions and Answers

V. Dealing with Respondent Issues
Assertion of alleged rights of cross-examination/confrontation
Respondent representation by attorney or union
Retaliation or other interaction with complainant

VI. Report and Discipline Issues
Record-keeping and documentation
What should be in the report?
Who should see the report?
Who should decide on disciplinary action or other response?
Who should be informed of disciplinary action or other response by institution?
Responding to Open Records Act requests

VII. University Counsel
What is proper role of institutional counsel throughout the investigation?

Questions and Answers

VIII. Conclusion: Key Tips for Conducting a Successful Sexual Harassment Investigation