III. Retaliation

Retaliation against any member of Centre College’s community is prohibited.

As used in this policy, the term “retaliation” means taking materially adverse action against someone who, in good faith, has made a complaint under this policy or raised any other concern under this policy to an administrator, or who referred a matter for complaint or investigation, or who participated in an investigation or hearing process under this policy.

An “adverse action” is defined as any action that would deter a reasonable person from making a complaint of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under this policy or would deter a reasonable person from participating in an investigation or hearing process under this policy. Examples of adverse actions include discharge, demotion, suspension, the denial of compensation, benefits, or other terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. Adverse actions may also consist of: dismissing, suspending, or disciplining a student or changing or lowering a grade or evaluation of a student or in any other manner negatively affecting the student’s academic career. This policy does not prohibit an employment action or any other action taken in good faith or that would have been taken regardless of the disclosure of information.

If an employee, student, or applicant believes that they have been retaliated against, they may file a written complaint requesting an appropriate remedy.

An employee, volunteer, student, vendor, or applicant who engages in retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, including, but not limited to, termination or expulsion.