Complaint Procedure
In order to take appropriate corrective action, the College must be made aware of any alleged violations of its policies, including but not limited to violations of its Anti-Discrimination, Anti-Harassment, Anti-Fraud, Anti-Retaliation policies, Rules and Regulations, or Student Code. Therefore, anyone who believes that they have experienced or witnessed a violation of any College policy, rule or Code should complete and submit this Online Complaint Form, or report the violation in person as follows:
| Type of Conduct | Report to: |
|---|---|
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Complaints concerning the College’s Title IX policy, including gender-based discrimination, misconduct or harassment Retaliation for reporting, opposing, complaining about or for participating in an investigation or hearing regarding sexual discrimination, misconduct or harassment |
Tiffany Goliday |
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Violations by College employees or vendors of any College policy or rule
|
Joline Davis |
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Violations by students or visitors of any College policy, Code or rule |
Susan R. Boyd |
|
Concerns regarding a failure or refusal to grant reasonable accommodations
|
Nicole Hutchings Susan R. Boyd |
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Financial or ethical improprieties, conflicts of interest, or facilities concerns (including safety or accessibility concerns) |
Elizabeth A. Argiri |
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Student Code violations or student behavior concerns |
Susan R. Boyd |
|
NJCAA violations or athletics issues |
Bryan E. Rizzo |
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Illegal activity, safety concerns, violations of the College’s Rules and Regulations or Violence Prevention Policy |
College Police |
|
Police Misconduct |
William Leavens |
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Retaliation for asserting rights under any College policy, complaining about policy violations or for participating in any investigation, hearing or grievance process
|
Joline Davis Tiffany Goliday |
If the individual(s) identified above is unavailable, fails to respond, does not adequately resolve the complaint, or is somehow involved in the suspected violation, complaints should be registered through the Online Complaint Form or by contacting the Provost at:
Dr. Leslie A. Kellogg
Provost and Vice President of the Learning Unit
Macomb Community College
14500 East 12 Mile Road
Warren, Michigan 48088-3896
586.445.7596
provostoffice@macomb.edu
All complaints and reports will be reviewed, appropriately investigated, and addressed in a fair and impartial manner. All individuals involved can expect to be treated with dignity and respect.
Nothing in this statement of procedure shall prevent a person who believes a violation has occurred from filing a complaint with an appropriate governmental agency, such as the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, 110 West Michigan Avenue, Suite 800, Lansing, Michigan 48913, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 477 Michigan Ave # 865, Detroit, MI 48226, or with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1350 Euclid Avenue, Suite 325, Cleveland, Ohio, 44115.
Confidentiality. A person making a complaint (“Complainant”) may ask the College not to disclose their identity. However, due to various federal and state laws, it is not always possible to guarantee confidentiality. Moreover, keeping a Complainant’s identity confidential may limit the College’s ability to investigate or respond to the allegations.
False Reports. False allegations or reports are prohibited and may result in discipline. This prohibition against false reports or statements does not apply to reports or statements which are made in good faith but ultimately found not to be substantiated.
Modifications. College Administration may modify this policy to adjust the identity, title, or contact information of the individuals to whom issues should be reported.
Approved by the Board of TrusteesMacomb Community College
January 20, 2021
Updated pursuant to Board authorization, August 23, 2023