Bias Incident Reports

SUMMARY REPORT From February 16 through March 29,  at least eleven(11) incident reports were received regarding postings on YikYak, Facebook and other communications.  The majority were anonymous postings of opinions and expressions that were thought to be bias related.  Several postings involved comments about Islam, Muslims, Jews and Zionists.  While it cannot be determined whether posts on YikYak are from within Vassar, the postings nonetheless impact Vassar community members. One report involved an exchange between two acquaintances and was referred to Student Conduct in the Dean of Students Office.  Another involved residents in a House where sexist language was used; the house team sent out a message to residents. Representatives from BIRT met with or contacted those reporting these incidents. If other parties were known, we also contacted them.  In cases where we consider reported incidents to have had a broad impact on the campus, we send campus alert notices.  Otherwise, summaries or specific reports are logged onto this page for reference.