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Due to University guidance relating to addressing COVID-19, Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) staff are working remotely; however, OIE remains available. Please contact us using our Reporting Form or by email at equity@uconn.edu and someone will respond to you promptly.

Coffee and Conversation with the Title IX Coordinator on Thursday, April 23, 2015

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Please join Elizabeth Conklin and Title IX staff for an afternoon of open discussion on Thursday, April 23, 2015.

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UConn Student Athletes “It’s On Us” Video

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UConn student athletes “It’s On Us” public service announcement will be played at all home basketball and hockey games in support of President Obama’s campaign to stop sexual violence.

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Letter to the University Community From President Herbst

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It’s On Us to Eliminate Sexual Assault, Harassment. Click here to read the full article.

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New Sexual Violence, Relationship Violence, and Stalking Reporting and Resources Brochure

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Read the new Sexual Violence, Relationship Violence, and Stalking Reporting and Resources Brochure.

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Information for Legislative Hearing

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Click to read about the legislative hearing.

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Letter from Susan Herbst, President of the University of Connecticut

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Read a letter from the university President.

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