CASHP@25 Code of Conduct

In the last 5 years, CASHP has adopted a series of community norms for our weekly journal club discussions. These were ratified by the CASHP graduate student body and the faculty as part of our ongoing efforts to make our events more inclusive and welcoming to people from a variety of backgrounds. We revisit these norms before each weekly journal club meeting. 

During all CASHP@25 events, we will abide by the norms listed below.

#1 - Multiple Voices
hearing from more people is better than fewer
#2 - There are no dumb questions
no such thing; no one is an expert in all areas
#3 - Varied experiences
respect the fact that we have diverse life experiences
#4 - Don't assume
don’t make assumptions about life experiences of others
#5 - Speak for yourself
never ask someone to speak on behalf of a perceived identity group
#6 - Pros + Cons
avoid criticizing without also being constructive
#7 - No ad hominem
comment on ideas, not individuals
#8 - Feedback
when norms aren’t upheld, faculty present will offer immediate feedback during the session

Zero tolerance for sexual harrasment

Please remember that the social events we are holding constitute important networking events for current and former students, and as such, these events are an extension of the workplace. 

If you are the subject of unacceptable behavior or have concerns relating to unacceptable behavior, please notify a CASHP faculty member in person or by email.

 Suggested email contacts:

Andrew Barr  (wabarratgwu [dot] edu (wabarr[at]gwu[dot]edu)) or Brenda Bradley (anthrochairbjbatemail [dot] gwu [dot] edu (anthrochairbjb[at]email[dot]gwu[dot]edu))

Any CASHP faculty member can provide additional support, including but not limited to:

  • Assistance contacting GWU security or local law enforcement.
  • Assistance contacting GWU Title IX officers in Human Resources: Asha Reynolds, Director & Title IX Coordinator. 202-994-7434, titleixatgwu [dot] edu

In an emergency, contact GW Police at 202-994-6111 or 911.