Beginning this year, all Illinois private and public institutions of higher learning must post a state-mandated sexual harassment poster. If your school hasn’t done so already, there is still time to comply.
What is the law?
The Illinois Human Rights Act (“Act”) makes it unlawful for teachers, professors, facility members and other employees of colleges and universities to sexually harass their students. The Act specifically prohibits unwelcome advances or conduct of a sexual nature, and requests for sexual favors of students by an executive, faculty member, administrative staff member, or teaching assistant.
Which schools are covered by the posting requirement?
The Act covers all public or private universities, colleges, community colleges, junior colleges, business schools, and vocational schools.
When must covered schools post?
All Institutions affected by this law must be in compliance on or prior to November 24, 2012.
How is the posting requirement met?
Covered educational institutions meet the Act’s posting requirements by posting and keeping posted the Illinois Sexual Harassment is Illegal poster at each campus in common areas easily accessible to all students including, but not limited to residence halls, administration buildings, student unions, cafeterias, and libraries.
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