UNO is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive campus community. Every individual is valued and should feel welcomed and included as a member of this community. The university serves to make sure ALL people at UNO feel safe to be themselves.
Definitions
Bias
A pre-formed negative opinion or attitude toward a group of persons based on their race, religion, ethnicity/national origin, or sexual orientation (FBI Hate Crime Data Collection Guidelines).Bias Incident
An event that has the effect of demeaning or degrading an individual or a group and is motivated in whole or in part by the perpetrator's bias against a particular group. Experiencing prejudice, stigma, or discriminatory attitudes and/or behavior.
Bias Crime/Hate Crime
A criminal offense committed against a person or property that is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender's bias against a particular group. (In addition to those mentioned above, other categories or identities may be protected depending on where the crime took place; local and state laws may vary and a federal offense may have been committed).
Bias Related Emergency
A bias related emergency is an event in which Public Safety or 911 should be contacted. Public Safety can be contacted by calling 402.554.2911. It is an event, motivated by bias or hate, which endangers, or could endanger, the health and safety of the target.
Bias Related Non-Emergency
A bias related non-emergency is a situation that is not life threatening and does not warrant a call to Public Safety or 911. This is a situation that is motivated by bias or hate, but does not require an immediate intervention. These incidents would be appropriate to be reported.
How to Report a Bias Incident
The university receives and responds to reports of bias incidents that have been experienced or witnessed. If you, or a friend, believe you have witnessed or experienced a bias-related incident please report it here:
Reports will be reviewed in a timely manner. For emergencies, please contact Public Safety at 402.554.2911 or the appropriate police agency.
When reporting an incident you have the option of reporting it as "information only" or "request for follow up." Information only reports are intended to give the university information on the student experience at UNO. These reports help keep a pulse on the campus climate.
If you have experienced or witnessed a bias-related incident, please mark it as a request for follow up. The university will follow up with you to connect you to any resources you may need. The university will inform you of options on campus and in the community to provide you with the support you may need.
Reports can be filed anonymously which may have may cause a limited response. Every effort will be made to keep your report confidential. However, as administrative agents in an educational institution, adhere to the laws and standards governing the disclosure of information to third parties both within and external to the University. Such information is only disclosed on an administrative need to know basis and only according to the relevant laws/policies that govern such disclosure.
If you believe you have been the victim/survivor of a crime please contact Public Safety or the appropriate police agency.
What Happens Once a Report is Submitted?
Reports submitted assists in making UNO a more safe and inclusive environment.
Policies
The University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) is committed to maintaining an environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors, that is fair and responsible – an environment that is based on one’s ability and performance.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha declares and affirms a policy of equal education and employment opportunities, and non-discrimination in providing services to the public. Therefore, the University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. The University of Nebraska at Omaha prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence.