Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault

It is the policy of the University of Hawaiʻi Hilo (UH Hilo) to provide a safe and violence-free learning and working environment for students and employees. UH Hilo recognizes the serious issues concerning sexual harassment and sexual assault. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that can undermine the foundation of trust and mutual respect that must prevail if UH Hilo is to fulfill its educational mission. Sexual harassment and sexual assault will not be tolerated in any part of UH Hilo programs and activities. Sanctions will be imposed on the members of the UH Hilo community who are found responsible for sexual harassment or sexual assault.

Complaint Procedures

Any of the individuals listed below can provide information on informal and formal complaint procedures. In some cases, informal procedures are effective in stopping sexual harassment. Formal complaint procedures exist to protect all students and employees and are available online at:

These documents are available in alternate format upon request by contacting Disability Services at (808) 932-7623 or (808) 932-7002 (TTY).

For Advice, Information, Counseling or Other Support

Director, Counseling Services
Student Health and Wellness Programs
Student Services Building, Room 201
Tel: (808) 932-7465
TTY: (808) 932-7002

or

Coordinator, Women’s Center
Campus Center, Room 312
Tel: (808) 932-7381
TTY: (808) 932-7002

To File a Complaint Against a Student

Director of Student Conduct Student Services Building, Room W-309
Tel: (808) 932-7472
TTY: (808) 932-7002

To File a Complaint Against an Employee

Shaunda Makaimoku
Interim Director, Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Tel: (808) 932-7949
Email: eeoaa@hawaii.edu