Preventing Prohibited Discrimination and Harassment Training
All PSU faculty, staff, and student employees must complete the "Preventing Prohibited Discrimination and Harassment" learning module. This is a new training and all employees are required to complete it (whether or not employees completed the former module Creating a Culture of Respect).
This training offers strategies for preventing unlawful discrimination, discriminatory and sexual harassment, and retaliation within the University. It teaches our community what constitutes potential discrimination, or discriminatory and sexual harassment or retaliation and how to respond appropriately when we become aware of such conduct, and, in keeping with PSU’s core values, promotes a climate of mutual respect.
There are two modules; one for supervisors and one for non-supervisors. The supervisor training provides additional information on supervisors’ obligations regarding how to respond to employees seeking accommodations and other assistance as well as supervisors’ obligations when they become aware of an employee potentially engaging in discriminatory conduct. Only supervisors who have timesheet or leave approval complete the supervisor training.
Within each module, there are separate sections. We understand this training may take some time for employees to complete and recommend that you set aside a half an hour or so for a few weeks. It is not required that you complete the training in one session. It will save what you have completed, and you can complete it at a later time.
More information about the training is available on the Global Diversity and Inclusion website.
Reasonable Accommodation/Access
At Portland State University (PSU), students with disabilities have the right to request accommodations that help them fully participate in classes, activities, and campus life. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) ensures that students with disabilities have equal access to PSU’s courses, programs, buildings, services, and events. We do this by providing accommodations, assistive technology, and support services. We also offer training, guidance, and technical help to students, staff, and faculty to create an inclusive and accessible learning environment. PSU’s
accessibility policy is available in the policy library.
Student Conduct
The Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution Program administers policies and procedures that support the academic and educational purposes of the University by ensuring a safe learning environment, protecting student rights, and addressing behaviors that may violate the standards set forth by the University. Any community member with concerns about the conduct of PSU students should reach out to Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution for policy information, resources, and options for addressing such concerns. Students who have been alleged to have violated the Code will receive notice of the allegations, information about the process, and an opportunity to provide a response and information. For more information about the Code and Conduct Review Process, please visit www.pdx.edu/dean-student-life/student-conduct.
Academic Integrity
The policy governing academic integrity is part of the Code of Student Conduct and Responsibility. Academic integrity is a cornerstone of the University and upholds the integrity of educational programs and degrees. The Code of Student Conduct and Responsibility, which applies to all students, prohibits all forms of academic misconduct and provides a process under which alleged academic misconduct will be reviewed and addressed. Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, buying and selling of course assignments, performing academic assignments for other persons, and unauthorized collaboration. For more information about Academic Misconduct, please visit https://www.pdx.edu/dean-student-life/academic-misconduct.
Student Health Insurance
Domestic students enrolled in five (5) or more in-load credit hours per term, or international students enrolled in one (1) credit hour, are required to carry major medical health insurance while attending PSU. Students are assessed a quarterly health insurance fee that enrolls them in the PSU Student Health Insurance Plan. A student may waive out of the PSU-sponsored health insurance plan if they maintain personal health insurance that meets University criteria. For more information about the PSU student health insurance waiver process, waiver deadlines, or to review the benefits and rules of the PSU Student Health Insurance Plan, visit https://www.pdx.edu/health-counseling/insurance.