Written Reprimand

To: Tom Gaddis

From: L. Anthony Wise, .lr. 

CC: Michael Wolfe, Dean usiness Computer Technology
Carole Gary, Director of Human Resources

Date: April 3, 2018

Subject: Sexual Harassment

 

Dr. Gaddis was the respondent in an allegation from a female student of sexual misconduct and sexual
harassment, the conduct of which occurred between 2012-2014. The result of the investigation was a ?nding that
Dr. Gaddis had sexually harassed the female student. The investigation and the subsequent report/decision was
issued on March I, 20l 8. This is the third allegation against Dr. Gaddis of either permitting an atmosphere where
harassment was allowed (2013) or engaging in behavior himself that was construed as sexual harassment (2015).
It was made clear to Dr. Gaddis after the 2015 allegation that inappropriate behaviors as outlined in TBR Policies
6:01:00:00, 6:02:00:00, 6:03:00:00 and in PSCC policy 4:02:03 were prohibited and would not be tolerated in any
form.

While the College is unaware of any improper behavior on the part of Dr. Gaddis since September 15, 20l S, the
report/decision issued on March 1, 2018 provides the appropriate basis for this written reprimand. To that end, if
any additional allegations of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment are brought against Dr. Gaddis, the College
will take immediate action, including suspension of Dr. Gaddis with pay, and if the allegations are supported, the
College will take appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination. The college will take the
following steps to ensure our students and employees are in an environment free of harassment:

0 Dr. Gaddis is not to touch any student at any time except as necessarily required by the
curriculum. Dr. Gaddis is not to touch any student or faculty member in or out of class for any other
reason including but not limited to hugging and placing his hand(s) on another?s body part.

- Dr. Gaddis is not to transport any students in his personal vehicle. Dr. Gaddis can transport students only
in a College vehicle for College related events and only if there is more than one student in the vehicle
with him.

a Dr. Gaddis is not to have any closed door meetings with any students and should exercise great prudence
in closed door meetings with others.

0 Dr. Gaddis is to complete sexual harassment training on a bi-annual basis in March and September of
each year

a Dr. Gaddis is to restrict his visits to the Culinary institute to necessary business related purposes to
be outlined by his supervisor

- Equity Compliance in conjunction with Human Resources will conduct sexual harassment and

misconduct training for all culinary and hospitality students each semester as they prepare for careers in
these disciplines

My signature acknowledges that my supervisor has met with me and discussed the performance and/or
behavior(s) outlined above. My signature does not necessarily signify agreement with the content of this meme. I
understand this memo will be placed in my personnel ?le.