1.4 Student Mistreatment Policy

Student Mistreatment Policy Statement
The University of Washington School of Medicine (UWSOM) is committed to a safe and supportive learning environment that reflects the institution’s values: excellence, respect, integrity, compassion, altruism, and accountability in all endeavors. Diversity of ideas, perspectives and experiences are integral to our mission. All individuals in our UWSOM community are responsible for creating a welcoming and respectful environment where every person is valued and honored. Mistreatment of students by the faculty, staff and peers at UWSOM is prohibited. This mistreatment includes incidents of humiliation; harassment or discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, socioeconomic status, political beliefs or affiliations, and geographic region; and the use of grading or other forms of assessment in a punitive manner. Expectations of teachers and learners are described more fully in the Policy on Professional Conduct.

For definitions of mistreatment and information on reporting procedures, please visit the Learning Environment webpage and review the sections titled What is Mistreatment and How to Report Mistreatment.