Chaminade University is committed to fairness, transparency, and respect in all its dealings with students, faculty and staff. If you have a concern about a University policy, procedure, deadline or the way an office has treated you, please consider the steps below:
1. Contact the relevant office or department first. Many concerns can be resolved informally by speaking with those directly involved.
2. If resolution is not achieved, you may attempt to resolve the issue through direct discussion between you and the other party.
3. If informal efforts do not succeed or are not possible, you may submit a formal complaint to the senior administrator of the department in question, who will review the matter further.
We aim for fairness and responsiveness throughout this process, and you can expect guidance on next steps once your complaint is submitted.
Title IX Website
Students may use any of the following options to report an act of sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, stalking; discrimination or harassment to the University:
- Call or email the Title IX Coordinator at 808-440-4275 or [email protected].
- File in person with the Title IX Coordinator:
Stephanie LaMonaca
Director of Student Conduct and Title IX
Henry Hall, Room 221E
808-440-4275
[email protected] - Fill out a Chaminade Campus Incident Reporting Form.
- Contact the Chaminade Campus Security Office at 808-735-4792 or dial 911.
Academic Grievance Website
Questions regarding the conduct of a course, including grading, should be directed to the instructor of the course. If the issue cannot be resolved in discussion with the instructor, the student should invoke the additional steps outlined through the link above. The following three items of an academic nature have specific procedures to address concerns:
1. Course content that veers significantly and substantively from the content and requirements as set forth in a course syllabus;
2. Demonstrably arbitrary/unfair evaluation of student produced coursework; or
3. Accusations of plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty.
Academic Integrity & Dishonesty Website
Students are responsible for promoting academic honesty at Chaminade by not participating in any act of dishonesty and by reporting any incidence of academic dishonesty to an instructor or to a University official. Academic dishonesty may include theft of records or examinations, alteration of grades, and plagiarism, in addition to more obvious dishonesty.
Questions of academic dishonesty in a particular class are first reviewed by the instructor, who must make a report with recommendations to the Dean of the Academic Division. Punishment for academic dishonesty will be determined by the instructor and the Dean of Academic Division and may include an “F” grade for the work in question, an “F” grade for the course, academic notice, or dismissal from the University.
A grievance is defined as a concern arising when a student believes that any decision, action, or omission by a University employee, acting in an official capacity and affecting the student, is unfair, arbitrary, or creates unnecessary hardship. Grievances may include, but are not limited to, the following: academic issues (excluding matters related to academic integrity, dishonesty, or grades); mistreatment by a University employee; incorrect assessment of fees; errors in records or registration; concerns related to student employment.
Grievances should be directed to the immediate supervisor of the office/department for which the concern is being raised.
Students seeking additional guidance on how to initiate a grievance may contact the appropriate staff at Chaminade University of Honolulu for assistance.
Allison Jerome, Ed.D.
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
808-735-4710
Henry Hall, Room 221
[email protected]
Stephanie LaMonaca, M.Ed., J.D.
Director of Student Conduct and Title IX
808-440-4275
Henry Hall, Room 221E
[email protected]
Jacquelyn Low, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
Assistant Vice President, Human Resources
808-739-8597
Clarence T.C. Ching Hall, Room 1
[email protected]
Hazing Website
In alignment with Chaminade University’s Core Values and the Catholic and Marianist mission, hazing is strictly prohibited, as it undermines the sense of community, respect, and ʻohana that our campus fosters. Beyond being unlawful, hazing and its consequences are contrary to the development of ethical, compassionate, and responsible leaders, which is central to our educational mission. Reports of hazing within the Chaminade community may be submitted to and addressed by the following office:
Stephanie LaMonaca, M.Ed., J.D.
Director of Student Conduct and Title IX
808-440-4275
Henry Hall, Room 221E
[email protected]
To express a concern about a member of the University student community:
- If you believe a student is in crisis and is in need of emergency services, contact Chaminade Security at 808-735-4792 or call 9-1-1.
- If you have a non-urgent concern about the health, safety, and/or well-being of a current Chaminade student, submit a Chaminade Campus Incident Report Form, or email the Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students at [email protected] or call 808-735-4710.
To report an inappropriate action by a student and/or violations of the Student Code of Conduct:
- Complete a Chaminade Campus Incident Report Form, or email the Director of Student Conduct & Title IX at [email protected] or call 808-440-4275.
These reports may be referred to the University Care Team which responds to concerns about students, faculty, and/or staff who may be experiencing distress, exhibiting disruptive behavior, or facing significant personal challenges.
To express a concern about a member of the University faculty/staff community:
- If you believe an employee is in crisis and is in need of emergency services, contact Chaminade Security at 808-735-4792 or call 9-1-1. After getting the employee the needed immediate assistance, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 808-735-4767 for next steps.
- If you have a non-urgent concern about the health, safety, and/or well-being of a current Chaminade faculty/staff member, email Human Resources at hr @chaminade.edu or call 808-735-4767.
These reports may be referred to the University Care Team which responds to concerns about students, faculty, and/or staff who may be experiencing distress, exhibiting disruptive behavior, or facing significant personal challenges.
Students are encouraged to email the Office of Human Resources or call the office at 808-735-4767 to report any unsafe working conditions or workplace ethics violations they observe within the university community.
The University will not retaliate against a student or employee who in good faith has filed such a complaint, bringing the alleged unlawful policy, practice, or activity to the attention of the University. Any complaint or report of an alleged violation of the University’s Equal Employment Policy, Anti-Discrimination Policy, or Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct & Anti-Retaliation Policies shall be handled in accordance with the Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct & Anti-Retaliation Policies & Procedures Under Title IX for Faculty, Staff, Students, and Third Parties.
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If at any time during or after participating in a study you have any questions or concerns, you can contact either the researcher, using the contact information on the consent form, or the CUH IRB at [email protected].
To report an injury or accident that occurs on-campus:
- Contact the Chaminade Campus Security Office at 808-735-4792 or dial 911.
- Fill out a Chaminade Campus Incident Reporting Form.
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If you have a concern or question regarding technology related issues, email [email protected] or call 808-735-4855.
To report any concerns regarding campus facilities, please contact the Facilities Office at [email protected] or (808) 735-4869.
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If you have a concern or question regarding ADA related issues, email [email protected] or call 808-735-4733.