University Annual Notices
Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination
NC State creates inclusive working and educational environments free from all forms of discrimination, harassment and retaliation. NC State recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of relevant factors such as ability, merit and performance.
Policy 04.25.05 Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action Policy
Office for Institutional Equity and Diversity webpage
Reporting and Filing a Complaint – Equal Opportunity and Equity
Title IX
Title IX prohibits sex discrimination in all university programs, services and benefits. Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination. Sexual violence is the most egregious form of sexual harassment.
Policy 04.25.05 – Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination and Affirmative Action Policy
Regulation 04.25.06 – Equal Opportunity, Title IX and Non-Discrimination Training for Employees
Title IX webpage – including Filing a Complaint
Policy 11.35.01 Code of Student Conduct
2018 Chancellor Memo Relationship and Interpersonal Violence
Drug Free Workplace and Campus
Illegal drugs endanger the health and safety of members of the NC State community and imperil the integrity of the pursuit of learning and working. The University is committed to education, counseling, rehabilitation and elimination of illegal drugs.
Policy 09.00.02 Drug Education, Screening and Counseling Program
Regulation 09.00.04 Drug Education Screening, Counseling, and Deterrence Program
2018 Chancellor Memo Drug-Free Workplace
Clery Compliance
The Clery Act requires institutions of higher education that receive federal student aid funds, including NC State, to prepare, disclose and publish campus crime statistics, security policies and safety information communicated to students, faculty, staff and visitors.
NC State University Annual Security and Fire Safety Report – October 2018
Free Speech
The free and open exchange of ideas remains a hallmark of our university community. At NC State, we continually strive to foster free speech in an environment where members of our community can learn from one another and where all are treated with dignity and respect. We follow all federal and state laws and university policies with respect to free speech and the conduct of campus events.
Policy 04-25-01 Freedom of Speech and Expression
Political Activities
Each member of the university community has the right to freely express his/her views on any subject, including advocacy for/against candidates for public office. However, in exercising these rights, the resources of the university cannot be used. Engagement in political activities by employees should be conducted independent of their employment and at times when such activity does not interfere with employment. If an employee seeks to be a candidate for office or seeks to serve in office, there are strict timelines and a petition to receive permission.
Policy 05.00.04 Political Activities
Political Activities FAQs webpage
Misuse of State Property
University employees who have a suspicion, information or evidence of misuse of state property must report such information or evidence to University Police, Internal Audit or their immediate supervisor within three days.
Policy 07.40.02 Reporting Misuse of State Property
Potential Misuse of State Property Reporting FAQs webpage
Illegal Peer to Peer File Sharing
NC State protects the copyright of others and will discipline employees or students who are found to have illegally downloaded content and/or shared music, movies, videos, games and other online media.
Illegal Peer to Peer File Sharing Policy
Illegal Peer to Peer File Sharing FAQs webpage
Illegal Peer-to-Peer File Sharing Annual Notice (memo from Chancellor W. Randolph Woodson, Provost Warwick A. Arden, and Vice Chancellor for IT Marc I. Hoit, 09/12/2018)
Employee Excess Liability Insurance
If an employee is acting with the course and scope of his or her employment, the State’s excess liability insurance policy provides coverage for acts or omissions in the event the employee is sued individually.
Employees Excess Liability Insurance
Student Services Center – Consumer Information
The U.S. Department of Education requires schools to provide consumer information about educational programs and the school’s success. This information is intended to allow students and families to make good decisions as they select a college, ensuring that the university delivers on the services promised.