If you witness any behavior that is inconsistent with our Community Values and Expectations, please notify the department here go.illinois.edu/CHEMREPORT.

After submission, the information will be reviewed ONLY by Raylene Gomez Hernandez, assistant director for DEI in the Chemical Sciences, who will decide upon the appropriate action steps, which could include a discussion with the Department Head, review by the Climate/Diversity committee or informing University authorities. The online reporting system will act as a record to document information on individuals who do not exhibit the highest standards of professionalism in the department. By using this notifying system, we want to identify issues in their infancy and intervene before issues escalate to levels that hinder our scientists’ ability to carry out their mission of research, teaching, and service. If you want to learn more about bias and what it is, please follow this link.

If you need to meet with Gomez Hernandez, please set up an appointment via email. If you need immediate professional assistance, please call the Counseling Center at 217-333-3704 or Campus Safety at 217-333-1216.

While Gomez Hernandez is available to discuss options with students after a sexual harassment incident, the University mandates that Gomez Hernandez report the incident to the Title IX office as a responsible employee. We understand that some students and faculty might want the opportunity to brainstorm their options before reporting. In that case, please reach out to the confidential advisors or confidential resources support below.

Confidential advisor

A person employed or contracted by a higher education institution to provide emergency and ongoing support to student survivors of sexual violence with the training, duties, and responsibilities described within the Illinois Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act.

Confidential resource

An individual who is not required to disclose reports of sexual misconduct to the University or law enforcement.

Confidential Resources

Counseling Center 
(217) 333-3704

McKinley Health Center 
(217) 333-2705

Women's Resources Center (Confidential Advisors) 
(217) 333-3137

Rape Advocacy Counseling & Education Services (R.A.C.E.S.)
(217) 384-4444

Courage Connection (Domestic Violence) 
(217) 384-4390