Northern Kentucky University is an institution that promotes ethical and compliant conduct with integrity at the heart of every decision and action. Our Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct contain our core values that guide our decisions and behavior and reflect our high standards of responsibility and integrity.
We are committed to institutional excellence and a transparent environment where open, honest communications are the expectation, not the exception.
We want you to feel comfortable in approaching your supervisor or management in instances where you believe violations of policies or standards have occurred. In situations where you prefer to place an anonymous report, you are encouraged to use this ethics and compliance helpline, hosted by a third party helpline provider, EthicsPoint. You may file a report here or by dialing toll-free 855-597-4539.
The information you provide will be sent to us by EthicsPoint on a confidential and anonymous basis if you desire. You have our guarantee that your comments will be heard.
Northern Kentucky University personnel will review all reports submitted through EthicsPoint promptly and thoroughly. We encourage you to return to this site after making your report and using the Report Key assigned by EthicsPoint and your private password to follow-up on your report. We may have an update about your report or we may need to ask follow-up questions to obtain additional information.
Northern Kentucky University will not tolerate any retaliation against a university member who makes a good faith report or inquiry.
You may also contact the university's Ethics and Compliance Officer with questions or comments:
Legal Affairs Lucas Administrative Center, Room 812 garberg1@nku.edu 859-572-5587
You may use either of the following two methods to submit a report:
After you complete your report you will be assigned a unique code called a "report key." Write down your report key and password and keep them in a safe place. You can use your report key and password to check the status of your report.
EthicsPoint is NOT a 911 or Emergency Service:
Do not use this site to report events presenting an immediate threat to life or property. Reports submitted through this service may not receive an immediate response. If you require emergency assistance, please contact University Police at (859) 572-7777 or dial 911.