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University Ethics and Compliance Program

University Ethics and Compliance Program. Why do We Have a University Ethics and Compliance Program?.

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University Ethics and Compliance Program

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  1. University Ethics and Compliance Program

  2. Why do We Have a University Ethics and Compliance Program? #1 The Ethics and Compliance program serves to reflect UNC Charlotte’s values and ideals, it enhances the quality of its community culture and provides guidance that enables individuals to act responsibly.

  3. Why do We Need a University Ethics and Compliance Program? #2 An effective Ethics and Compliance Program has been shown to enhance an organization’s reputation, contain costs, attract better talent, and increase staff commitment.

  4. Why do We Need a University Ethics and Compliance Program? #3 ……here are a few more reasons: ACCREDITATION – SACS PUBLIC HEALTH FINANCIAL AID BIOSAFETY GRANTS & CONTRACTS IRS and NC Tax CodesCONFLICT OF INTEREST CLERY ACT- Campus crime statsNCAA – Athletics IMMIGRATION ADA – Disability FMLA EEO - Non- Discrimination CLEAN WATER ACTFERPA – Student records CLEAN AIR ACTOSHA – Workplace Safety HUMAN / ANIMAL RESEARCH TITLE IX – Sex Discrimination FAIR LABOR STANDARDS and Gender Equity hi and Compliance programs to assure that they meet their al and regulatory obligations

  5. What are the University’s Values? • Serve as faithful stewards of the public and private resources entrusted to us. • Promote an intellectual environment that values social and cultural diversity, free expression, collegiality, integrity, and mutual respect

  6. What are the University’s Values? • Maintain a safe, diverse, team-oriented, ethically responsible, and respectful workplace that develops the professional capacities of our faculty and staff. • Operate an attractive, environmentally responsible and sustainable campus

  7. The Standards • Fair Dealing • Individual Responsibility/ Accountability • Respect for Others

  8. The Standards • Compliance with . . . • Laws and regulations • University Policies (legal.uncc.edu/policies) • Contractual obligations • Conflicts of interest University Policy 102.2 (EPA)

  9. The Standards ● Records (confidentiality vs. access) • Ethical Conduct of Research • Use of University Resources • Only use for University’s benefit, not for personal purposes • Reporting and Non-Retaliation • Duty to report violations • Retaliation is prohibited (UP 803)

  10. Reporting a Concern • Talk to your supervisor • Talk to a person in a position of authority • Contact Human Resources, Legal Affairs, Internal Audit, or Risk Management

  11. ETHICSPOINT ● Anonymous and confidential reporting mechanism ● Provided by an external vendor ● Accessible at compliance.uncc.eduand internalaudit.uncc.edu ● Reports may be made by via secure website or by telephone at (844) 251-1873 ● Available 24/7 365 days a year

  12. Any questions?

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