Reporting Incidents

Grand Valley State University is committed to providing a safe and inclusive space for all students. A variety of methods are available for community members wishing to share a concern or submit a report. These include, but are not limited to, the reporting options below:

Office of Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution:

  • Academic Misconduct
  • General Misconduct - Student
  • General Misconduct - University Affiliated Organizations

CARE:

  • Student Well-Being
  • Resource Concerns

Campus Climate Concern:

Any instance where someone felt belittled, disrespected, or isolated based on their identity.

Office of Civil Rights and Title IX:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Dating/Domestic Violence (Intimate Partner Violence)
  • Stalking
  • Sexual Exploitation
  • Retaliation
  • Discrimination/Harassment

Campus Security Authority:

  • Murder/non-negligent manslaughter
  • Manslaughter by negligence
  • Robbery
  • Aggravated assault (non-domestic)
  • Burglary
  • Motor vehicle theft
  • Arson
  • Liquor law violations
  • Drug violations
  • Illegal weapons possession
  • Hate crimes
  • Hazing

PUBLIC SAFETY

The Grand Valley Police Department website includes telephone numbers for emergency and non-emergency reporting.

ANONYMOUS REPORTING

GVSU Anonymous Reporting is available for individuals who prefer to report concerns to the University anonymously.

UNIVERSITY POLICIES

Visit the University Policies website for more information.

INFORMAL SUPPORT

Grand Valley provides support from both a Student Ombuds and Employee Ombuds Officer. These offices offer confidential services to create and maintain a positive working, living and learning environment, including exploring options, communication and conflict coaching, group facilitation and feedback to campus leaders regarding systemic issues.



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