POLICIES & REPORTING

Members of the Genome Sciences community may report incidents of harassment, discrimination, incivility or aggression to any of the following individuals:

Doug Fowler, Associate Professor, dfowler [ a t ] uw.edu
Brian Giebel, Academic Manager, bgiebel [ a t ] uw.edu
Serena Newhall, Human Resources Manager, serenn2 [ a t ] uw.edu
Christine Queitsch, Professor, queitsch [ a t ] uw.edu 

Alternatively, the following tools are available for reporting such incidents:

REPORTING TOOLS

GS Anonymous Incident Report (GS AIR)

This is an anonymous reporting tool for the Department of Genome Sciences (GS) at the University of Washington's School of Medicine. GS AIR is for use by all members of Genome Sciences: faculty, staff, students, postdocs, and volunteers. You may report any incidents related to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran or disabled status. You may also report any category of discrimination, bias, microaggressions, macroaggressions, unfairness, bullying, harm, neglect, crime, harassment, etc. No incident is too big or too small.

This anonymous reporting tool is for non-emergencies only. If this is an emergency, please dial 911. To report criminal activity to the UW Police, there are two numbers: Non-Emergency - 206-685-UWPD (8973) and Anonymous Tips at 206-685-TIPS (8477)

The goal of this anonymous reporting tool is to better address and respond to non-emergency incidents in-house, soon after they occur. You may direct your report to Serena Newhall, HR Director, Maitreya Dunham, Department Chair, or Bill Noble, DEI Committee Chair, for review and follow-up.

GS Anonymous Incident Report (GS AIR) - Serena Newhall
GS Anonymous Incident Report (GS AIR) - Bill Noble
GS Anonymous Incident Report (GS AIR) - Maitreya Dunham

UW Medicine Bias Reporting Tool

UW Bias Incident Advisory Committee & Reporting Tools
If you encounter or suspect incidents of bias, you are encouraged to file a report, which will be reviewed by the UW’s Bias Incident Advisory Committee. This resource is only for non-emergency incidents; for emergencies, call 911.

UW Campus Human Resources
For complaints concerning the behavior of staff employees at all UW locations, including student employees. Phone: 206-543-2354.

UW Safe Campus Program
Safe Campus is the central reporting office if you are concerned for yourself or a friend. We have trained specialists who will take your call, connect you with resources, and put safety measures in place to reduce the chances of violence occurring. Available 24/7. Phone: 206-685-SAFE (206-685-7233). Email: safecampus@uw.edu.

Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Sexual assault and harassment resources and reporting for all UW students, staff and faculty. Phone: 206-616-5334. Email: tixinv@uw.edu.

UW Office of the Ombud
Serves the entire University of Washington community by providing a collaborative and confidential environment to discuss your situation, consider options, and develop a plan for the future. Phone: 206-543-6028. Email: ombuds@uw.edu.

UAW 4121
A union of graduate and undergraduate ASEs (Research Assistants, Teaching Assistants, Staff Assistants, Reader, Graders, Tutors), Postdocs, and Research Scientists at the University of Washington. The union advocated for better living conditions, including wages, health care, equity and anti-discrimination, housing, international scholar issues, climate change, childcare and family leave, and much more.

UW Grievance and Dispute Resolution
The ADA Coordinator can provide information, assistance, and referrals to individuals who wish to raise a complaint or have concerns related to accessibility and accommodations, or possible discrimination due to a disability. Phone: 206-543-9717. Email: adaoffice@uw.edu.

Civil Rights Investigation Office
Investigates complaints that a University employee has violated the University’s non-discrimination or non-retaliation policies.

UW Police should be contacted for criminal complaints.

UW Workplace Violence
Provides recourse for experiencing violent or threatening behavior at UW, including: physical acts, oral or written statements, email messages, telephone calls, gestures and expression. In addition, a full time Victim Advocate is available to support victims, their families, and witnesses through the process of physical, emotional and financial recovery. Phone Victim Advocate: 206-543-9337. Email Victim Advocate: dolcin@uw.edu.

CAMPUS RESOURCES

• Faculty Allies
  The UW Medicine Allies program serves graduate students and postdoctoral scholars across the School of Medicine. Allies are faculty and staff who provide trainees with support during conflict with mentors and lab mates, assistance in navigating institutional barriers to success, and connection with institutional and community services. Allies stand in solidarity with trainees, so they don’t have to face challenges alone.

  UW Sexual Assault Resources provides counseling, medical care, and community resources.
  
  Student Legal Services is an on-campus law office that provides a safe and confidential space for all UW-Seattle and Bothell students who have legal questions or concerns. 
  
  Anti-Harassment Resources

Additional campus resources to support your well-being can be found on the Health and Wellness page.  

POLICIES

Professional Conduct Policy