Fall 2025 Bias Incident Report Data

The University publishes aggregated data based on reports submitted through the STOP Bias Reporting System. This data does not reflect the results of investigations or their outcomes but rather is based on whether the report itself describes bias-motivated acts. The University shares this data to promote transparency regarding the reports received.

All Reports by Type of Bias

Table 1: Fall 2025 All Reports by Type of Bias (Speech)

  • Perpetuates Negative Stereotype:  3.45%
  • Use of Slur/Epithet: 41.5%
  • Verbal/Written Harassment: 0%
  • Use of a Derogatory Symbol or Image: 3.45%
  • Unfair Treatment: 3.45%
  • Other Bias Motivated Speech: 48.15%

Table 2: Fall 2025 All Reports by Type of Bias (Conduct)

  • Vandalism: 43%
  • Damage or Destruction of Property: 0%
  • Intimidation/Threats: 0%
  • Physical Assault: 0%
  • Perpetuates Negative Stereotype: 14%
  • Use of Slur/Epithet: 14%
  • Use of a Derogatory Symbol or Image: 0%
  • Other Bias Motivated Conduct: 29%
Type of BiasNumber of Incidents Reported*
Bias Motivated Speech
Perpetuates Negative Stereotype1
Use of Slur/Epithet12
Verbal/Written Harassment0
Use of a Derogatory Symbol or Image1
Unfair Treatment1
Other Bias Motivated Speech14
Bias Motivated Conduct
Vandalism3
Damage or Destruction of Property0
Intimidation/Threats0
Physical Assault0
Perpetuates Negative Stereotype1
Use of Slur/Epithet1
Use of a Derogatory Symbol or Image0
Other Bias Motivated Conduct2
Non-Bias Incident
Report Describes Non-Biased Speech or Conduct18

*A single reported incident may be counted in more than one area, if the report alleges bias based in multiple categories. As a result, the total number in each category may represent a larger number than the number of actual reports received.


Table 3: Fall 2025 All Reports by Target of Bias

  • Based on Race/Color: 40%
  • Based on Ethnicity: 8%
  • Based on National Origin: 2%
  • Based on Gender: 8%
  • Based on Sexual Orientation: 16%
  • Based on Gender Identity or Expression: 6%
  • Based on Actual or Perceived Disability: 6%
  • Based on Age: 0%
  • Based on Religion: 14%
  • Based on Political Affiliation: 0%
  • Based on Marital Status: 0%
  • Based on Veteran Status: 0%
  • Based on Citizenship: 0%
Basis of BiasNumber of Incidents Reported*
Based on Race/Color20
Based on Ethnicity4
Based on National Origin1
Based on Gender4
Based on Sexual Orientation8
Based on Gender Identity or Expression3
Based on Actual or Perceived Disability3
Based on Age0
Based on Religion7
Based on Political Affiliation0
Based on Marital Status0
Based on Veteran Status0
Based on Citizenship0

*A single reported incident may be counted in more than one area, if the report alleges bias based on multiple characteristics. As a result, the total number in each category may represent a larger number than the number of actual reports received.


Table 4: Fall 2025 All Reports by Location

  • Residence Hall: 38%
  • Academic Building: 12%
  • On-Campus Recreation Space (Indoor or Outdoor): 0%
  • On-Campus – Other Building:  4%
  • On-Campus – Outdoors: 6%
  • Off-Campus Fraternity/Sorority House: 4%
  • Off-Campus – Other: 13%
  • Online/Electronic Communication: 23%
  • Unknown: 0%
LocationNumber of Incidents Reported
Residence Hall20
Academic Building6
On-Campus Recreation Space (Indoor or Outdoor)0
On-Campus – Other Building2
On-Campus – Outdoors3
Off-Campus Fraternity/Sorority House2
Off-Campus – Other7
Online/Electronic Communication12
Unknown0

Identity of Reporter and Accused

Table 5: Fall 2025 Identity of Accused

  • Known: 63%
  • Unknown: 37%
    As Identified in the ReportNumber
    Reporter
    Known47
    Anonymous5
    Accused
    Known33
    Unknown19

    Table 6: Fall 2025 Accused Affiliation

    As Identified in the ReportNumber
    Student34
    Faculty4
    Staff4
    Not Affiliated with the University2
    Unknown8