It is expected that the College’s environment be one of integrity, safety, and professionalism, and one in which our students’ performance is judged fairly and objectively. CIA recognizes that employees may develop personal relationships in the course of their employment. In an effort to prevent misunderstandings, favoritism, claims of sexual harassment, or morale problems, administrators and any employees who supervise others are not permitted to date or engage in sexual relationships with subordinate employees. Employees are prohibited from dating, pursuing, or engaging in romantic or sexual relationships with students, unless the relationship predates the participants’ employee or student status. Violation of this policy is grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including termination. 

All employees have a duty to disclose any romantic relationship that may exist in violation of this policy to the VP of Human Resources + Inclusion.