Cottey College encourages the campus community to report unethical or unlawful conduct by others, as well as violations of the College's policies and procedures. All members of the campus community who become aware of or in good faith suspect unethical or unlawful conduct or violations of the College's policies and procedures should report information to their supervisor or the director of human resources or call the anonymous toll-free number: 877-9-COTTEY or 877-926-8839. The College strictly prohibits unlawful retaliation against anyone who in good faith reports violations of law, ethics, or policy, or refuses to comply with directives from any supervisor or faculty member that would constitute a violation of law, ethics, or policy. The College will thoroughly and promptly investigate all reports of retaliation, and if an investigation confirms that retaliation has occurred, the College will take prompt action in response, as is appropriate. Anyone who retaliates against a reporting member of the College community will be subject to disciplinary action, potentially including termination of employment. Complaints of retaliation will be kept as confidential as possible.