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Contact the EEO/AA Office

Email:
eeoaa
@hawaii.edu

Telephone:
(808) 933-0824

Fax:
(808) 933-0824

Office:
PB 4, Rm. 103

Mail:
EEO/AA
University of Hawaii at Hilo
200 W. Kawili St.
Hilo, HI 96720-4091

Additional EEO/AA Information

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UH Board of Regents' policy on nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

The University of Hawai'i is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation or status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to and participation, treatment, and employment in the University's programs, activities, and services. Sexual harassment is strictly prohibited under University policy. The University shall promote a full realization of equal opportunity through a positive, continuing program on each campus.

Know your rights. Know what you can do to protect them.

Equal opportunity is the law. If you believe you have experienced discrimination, do not hesitate to seek help. People and agencies are available to assist you.

Informal Procedures

Most complaints can be resolved informally.

UHH employees are encouraged to contact:

Director
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
PB 4, Room 103
Phone/Fax: (808) 933-0824
TTY: (808) 933-3334/3335
eeoaa@hawaii.edu

UHH Students should contact:

Jim Mellon, Director of Student Development
Student Services Building, Room 210
Tel: (808) 933-0859
Fax: (808) 974-7691
TTY: (808) 933-3334/3335
mellon@hawaii.edu

UHH students who have questions or complaints related to sexual harassment are encouraged to contact:

Barbara Bird Heintz, Counselor
Student Services Building, Room 201
Phone (808) 933-3116
TTY: (808) 933-3334/3335
bheintz@hawaii.edu

OR

Dr. Candace Rosovsky, Director, Women's Center
Campus Center, Room 312
Phone: (808) 974-7306
TTY: (808) 933-3334/3335
rosovsky@hawaii.edu

OR

Gail Makuakane-Lundin, Director, Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center
PB 12, Room 8
Phone: (808) 974-7413
TTY: (808) 933-3334/3335
gailml@hawaii.edu

Formal Procedures

For information on formal complaint options, contact the following:

UHH EEO/AA

The Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Coordinator investigates complaints filed by UHH employees and applicants for positions under campus complaint procedures.

UHH Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

This office investigates complaints filed by UHH students and applicants for admission.

Unions

Three unions are represented at Hilo: HGEA, UHPA, and UPW. Contact your bargaining unit for assistance.

Governmental Agencies

Several state and federal agencies that can help you are listed in this brochure. In some cases, you must file a charge with a governmental agency before you can file a lawsuit.

Disclaimer

This brochure is informational. Every effort has been made to present accurate information; however, state and federal laws and agency regulations (including their interpretation and application) are subject to change. Use this brochure as a starting point, and contact appropriate offices to determine the precise administrative and legal rights you may be entitled to under your special circumstances.