Hobart and William Smith Colleges

DISCLOSE an Incident

Disclosing to the Office of Equality Opportunity does not automatically create a formal complaint. It allows the disclosing individual (the complainant) to access supportive measures. Our office has the obligation to ensure the safety of others in the community even if the complainant requests no further action. Further information on this is available in the policy.

Under New York State law you have the right to make a disclosure of sexual misconduct to Hobart and William Smith's Office of Campus Safety, local law enforcement, and/or New York State Police or choose not to report; to report the incident to Hobart and William Smith's Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Programs and Services; to be protected by the Colleges from retaliation for reporting an incident, and to receive assistance and resources from HWS.

Individuals can disclose to the Title IX Office:

• in person at Hubbs Health Center during their clinic hours (119 St. Clair Street), 
• by email at titleix@hws.edu,
• by phone at 315-781-3922

Anonymous Disclosures

Individuals can make anonymous disclosures using the Online Harassment and Discrimination form. While we cannot follow up with an individual who makes an anonymous disclosure, our office will record the complaint and determine appropriate follow-up action under the Interim Title IX, Harassment, and Discrimination policy.

Individuals who wish to anonymously disclose and receive information about options can call the Equal Opportunity Office at 315-781-3922 and provide no identifying information. Information share during this call about the Prohibited Conduct experienced will be recorded as a disclosure.

Law Enforcement

Individuals can disclose to law enforcement, including the Geneva Police Department, the New York State Police, or the New York State Police Campus Sexual Assault Victims Unit. Law enforcement can be contacted at any time. Campus Safety and Safe Harbors can assist students with contacting law enforcement.