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OIEA first considers whether the matter falls within OIEA鈥檚 jurisdiction (i.e., whether the concern is related to discrimination or harassment based on a protected characteristic, or related retaliation). If not, OIEA will provide the individual(s) bringing forward concern(s) with available resources, but will not investigate the matter further. However, OIEA may, in its discretion, refer the report to appropriate university offices for further review.</span></p> <p><span>If OIEA determines that the facts as presented could constitute a violation of the university Policy Against Discrimination or Harassment and the matter is unable otherwise to be resolved, OIEA may proceed to conduct an investigation. 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