There are applicable state and federal laws requiring different employees report different things. They are as follows:
Title IX
When a University employee, with the exception of those designated confidential*, becomes aware of an alleged act of sexual assault, stalking, dating or domestic violence, sexual harassment, or gender discrimination, the employee must promptly share the information with the Institutional Equity Office at (405) 325-2215, ieo@ou.edu, the Institutional Equity Officer and Title IX Coordinator, Christine Taylor at (405) 325-3546, christine.taylor@ou.edu or any of the Associate Title IX Coordinators, Larry Naifeh - Athletics,(405) 325-8241, lnaifeh@ou.edu; Kate Stanton (405) 271-2416, kate-stanton@ouhsc.edu (HSC); or Josh Davis (918) 660-3107, jmdavis@ou.edu (Tulsa).
An employee may also use the online Reporting Form.
For more guidance regarding reporting of sexual misconduct, discrimination and harassment, see the Reporting Guide (pdf).
Questions regarding reporting obligations can be directed to the Institutional Equity Office at (405) 325-2215 or (405) 325-3546 - Norman, (405) 271-2110 - HSC in Oklahoma City and (918) 660-3107 - Tulsa.
*Confidential employees include OU Advocates [Norman/HSC: (405) 615-0013, answered 24/7; and Tulsa: (918) 660-3163, After Hours: (918) 743-5763], counselors, clergy, attorneys, or physicians engaged in such capacity with the reporter, and the University Ombudsperson, (405) 325-4137.
Child Abuse and Neglect
According to Oklahoma state law, every individual is required to report any reasonable suspicion of child abuse and/or neglect (sexual or otherwise) directly to DHS and/or local law enforcement. Reporting to DHS is confidential (1-800-522-3511). Minors are considered individuals under the age of 18. Additionally, if the incident occurs on campus, please contact OUPD, HSCPD or OU-Tulsa PD immediately and/or local law enforcement. If the matter involves sexual harassment or misconduct, please contact our office at 405-325-2215. Even if you are not considered a mandatory reporter below, there are no exceptions to this mandatory reporting requirement for minors.
The Clery Act
The Clery Act imposes a duty to report incidents of murder/non-negligent manslaughter, negligent manslaughter, sex offenses (forcible and non-forcible), robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, liquor law violations, drug abuse violations and weapons (illegally carrying and possessing), dating violence, stalking, hate crimes which occur on campus, in or on non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by our institution, and public property within or immediately adjacent to our campus. You must report this as a statistic to Norman campus police at: (405) 325-2864 or for HSC matters: (405) 271-4300, or for Tulsa matters: at (918) 660-3900.
The duty is imposed upon all “campus security authorities. or CSA. Campus security authorities” is a Clery Act-specific term that encompasses four groups of individuals and organizations associated with an institution:
Title VII
Where those incidents occur on University property or are committed by University-affiliated individuals, all supervisory employees, including faculty with supervisory responsibilities, have an obligation to report claims of sexual harassment, gender-based discrimination, or sexual orientation discrimination to the University’s Institutional Equity Office at: (405) 325-2215, ieo@ou.edu.
In light of incidents on other campuses and to further enhance responsiveness, the University of Oklahoma has established OU Report It!, a 24-hour Reporting Hotline. The hotline will serve as an added protection for OU students, handling reports of bias, discrimination, physical or mental harassment or misconduct by OU community members. To access the hotline call 844-428-6531 or go to OU Report It!
To report student, faculty or staff issues related to gender equity, harassment, sexual assault/misconduct and domestic violence.
To report issues on discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.
Website: www.ou.edu/eoo
Email: ieo@ou.edu
Phone: 405-325-2215
STUDENT CONDUCT OFFICE (SCO)
To report issues related to the Student Code or Alcohol Policy.
Website: www.ou.edu/studentconduct
Phone: 405-325-1540
OU ADVOCATES (Confidential Resource)
(via Gender + Equality Center) OU Advocates is a 24/7 helpline (call/text/WhatsApp) and in-person support service for anyone in the OU community experiencing sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking and/or sexual harassment. They are a free and confidential resource, located in the Oklahoma Memorial Union.
Website: https://ou.edu/gec/gender-based-violence/advocates
Email: GEC@ou.edu
Phone: 405-615-0013 (Available 24/7)
24-HOUR REPORTING HOTLINE
Takes reports of bias, discrimination, physical or mental harassment, or misconduct by members of the University community.
Website: www.ou.ethicspoint.com
Phone: 844-428-6531 (Available 24/7)
COUNSELING SERVICES (Confidential Resource)
(via Goddard Health Services) Student, faculty or staff counseling services.
Website: www.ou.edu/ucc
Phone: 405-325-2911 or 405-325-2700
BEHAVIOR INTERVENTION TEAM
To report student, faculty or staff individuals who demonstrate behaviors that may be early warning signs of possible disruptive or violent behavior.
Website: www.ou.edu/normanbit
Email: NormanBIT@ou.edu
Phone: 405-325-7700
PRESIDENT'S ACTION LINE
The President's Action Line serves The University of Oklahoma community and public as a point of contact to voice comments, concerns, and questions and request assistance from the Office of the President.
Email: action@ou.edu
Phone: 405-325-1212
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (Confidential Resource)
To aid in any employee related issues or questions.
Phone: 800-327-5043
| Community Resources | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland County Sheriff's Office | www.ccso-ok.us/ | 405-701-8888 |
| Women's Resource Center | wrcnormanok.org | 405-701-5540 |
| Norman Police Department | www.normanok.gov/public-safety/police-department | 405-321-1600 |
| Norman Rape Crisis Center | wrcnormanok.org | 405-701-5660 |
| Heartline Crisis Line | www.heartlineoklahoma.org | 405-848-CARE (2273) |
To report student, faculty or staff issues related to gender equity, harassment, sexual assault/misconduct and domestic violence.
To report issues on discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age (40 or older), religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, housing, financial aid, and educational services.
Website: www.ou.edu/eoo
Email: ieo@ou.edu
Phone: 405-271-2110 or 405-325-3546
OU ADVOCATES (Confidential Resource)
(via Gender + Equality Center) OU Advocates is a 24/7 helpline (call/text/WhatsApp) and in-person support service for anyone in the OU community experiencing sexual assault, relationship violence, stalking and/or sexual harassment. They are a free and confidential resource.
Website: https://ou.edu/gec/gender-based-violence/advocates
Email: GEC@ou.edu
Phone: 405-615-0013 (Available 24/7)
24-HOUR REPORTING HOTLINE
Takes reports of bias, discrimination, physical or mental harassment, or misconduct by members of the University community.
Website: www.ou.ethicspoint.com
Phone: 844-428-6531 (Available 24/7)
STUDENT COUNSELING SERVICES (Confidential Resource)
Website: http://students.ouhsc.edu/SCS.aspx
Phone: 405-271-7336
BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION TEAM
To report student, faculty or staff individuals who demonstrate behaviors that may be early warning signs of possible disruptive or violent behavior.
Website: http://ouhsc.edu/bit.aspx
Email: bit@ouhsc.edu
Phone: 405-271-9BIT (9248)
PRESIDENT'S ACTION LINE
The President's Action Line serves the University of Oklahoma community and public as a point of contact to voice comments, concerns, and questions and request assistance from the Office of the President.
Email: actionline@ou.edu
Phone: 405-325-1212
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (Confidential Resource)
To aid in any employee related issues or questions.
Phone: 800-327-5043
| Community Resources | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Heartline Crisis Line | hwww.heartlineoklahoma.org | 405-848-CARE (2273) |
| Oklahoma City Police Department | www.okc.gov/okcpd/ | 405-231-2121 |
| Oklahoma City Domestic Violence Hotline | okdrs.org/guide/domestic-violence-hotline | 800-522-7233 |
| Sexual Assault Services - YWCA Oklahoma City | ywcaokc.org/sexual-assault | 405-943-7273 |
| Community Resources | Website | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Helpline (CSC) | csctulsa.org/contact-us/ | 918-836-4357 |
| Rape Crisis Center | 918-744-7273 or 918-596-2677 | |
| Tulsa Domestic Violence Intervention Services | dvis.org | 918-743-5763 |
| Tulsa Police Department | tulsapolice.org | 918-596-9222 |
Evans Hall, 660 Parrington Oval, Room 102
Norman, OK 73019
Office: (405) 325-3546 | FAX: (405) 325-3540
Email: ieo@ou.edu
Five Partners Place
201 Stephenson Parkway, Suite 4300
Norman, OK 73019
Office: (405) 325-2215 | FAX: (405) 325-1057
Email: ieo@ou.edu
Williams Pavilion, 920 Stanton L. Young, Room 2320
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Office: (405) 271-2110 | FAX:
Email: ieo@ou.edu
Founders Student Union, 4502 East 41st St. 1C76
Tulsa, OK 74134
Office: (918) 660-3107| FAX: (918) 660-3101
Email: ieo@ou.edu
