Chancellor outlines strategy to combat campus sexual harassment

During a recent government meeting, officials discussed ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructure and address sexual harassment complaints within the university system. The conversation highlighted that planning is still in its early stages, with a focus on building necessary infrastructure to support investigators across the California State University (CSU) system.

Senator Newman and Assembly member Fong expressed their appreciation for the updates provided by the chancellor and vice chancellor. A significant point raised was the chancellor's office's initiative to collect data on campus trends related to sexual harassment complaints. Assembly member Fong inquired about the methods of analysis and the intended use of this data to prevent future incidents of harassment at both campus and system-wide levels.

The officials acknowledged the importance of understanding the current pool of investigators and the volume of cases to ensure a manageable workload, emphasizing a commitment to addressing these critical issues effectively. The meeting underscored the CSU's proactive approach to tackling sexual harassment and improving overall campus safety.