BIRT Protocol
The purpose of the BIRT Protocol is to provide information about responding to bias incidents or hate crimes that occur on campus, and to outline the procedures and resources available to members of the Colleges’ community.
The reporter can expect a response from the Colleges within 24-48 hours to confirm the report was received. Other follow-up will occur based on the severity of the incident and impact to the community.
The team evaluates incidents based on the severity of the incident and impact on the community. They determine a coordinated response, which may include dialogue, facilitated discussions within the community, restorative justice practices, recommendations for campus notices, and other programs. The team will consult with administrators, support the affected individuals and provide campus resources.
The chart below outlines typical reporting and follow-up processes for bias related incidents. When in doubt for whom to contact, call Campus Safety (315-781-3333) or submit a Bias Incident Report.
Students may seek confidential guidance without filing a report from the Counseling Center, Hubbs Health Center, or the Office of Spiritual Engagement.
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Person Reporting |
Person who may have committed the act of bias |
Reporting resources |
Follow-up or adjudication may involve the following resources |
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Student |
Student |
You can report to Campus Safety, Residential Education Staff, Student Affairs, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
May include, but not limited to, Office of Student Affairs, Residential Education, Committee on Standards, and BIRT. |
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Student |
Faculty or Staff |
You can report to Campus Safety, the Deans’ Offices, Residential Education Staff, Student Affairs, Human Resources, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
Human Resources, Office of Student Affairs, Provost’s Office, Senior Staff, and the Deans’ Offices |
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Faculty or Staff |
Faculty or Staff |
You can report to Campus Safety, Academic Departments, Human Resources, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
Human Resources , Provost’s Office, and Senior Staff |
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Faculty or Staff |
Student |
You can report to Campus Safety, the Deans’ Offices, Office of Student Affairs, Human Resources, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
Deans’ Offices, Student Affairs, and Human Resources |
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Student or Faculty or Staff |
Outsider |
You can report to Campus Safety, Residential Education Staff, Student Affairs, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
Campus Safety, Student Affairs, and Geneva Police |
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Outsider |
Student |
You can report to Campus Safety, Office of Student Affairs, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
Student Affairs |
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Outsider |
Faculty or Staff |
You can report to Campus Safety, Human Resources, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, or the Bias Incident Report. |
Human Resources , Provost’s Office, and Senior Staff |