Whistleblower Policy
Smith College employees are expected to adhere to high standards of professional and ethical conduct in carrying out their duties. Maintaining ethical standards, including appropriate accounting, internal controls, auditing and compliance, is the responsibility of every member of the Smith community. Early identification and resolution of ethical issues that might arise are critical to maintaining sound business, including but not limited to financial, practices. This policy sets forth the procedures for reporting and investigating misconduct related to financial and accounting issues, and identifies points of contact to report any other misconduct. Students are directed to use the other means available to them for reporting wrongdoing at the college, including the Dean of Students Office.
Policy
Good Faith
The College will take steps to ensure that employees who come forward in good faith to report any misconduct under this policy will be protected from adverse employment action in retaliation for their reporting. This protection is afforded to all employees who communicate information in good faith and through appropriate channels.