Code of Conduct

Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center, operated by the UW-Madison Division of Extension, is an inclusive and welcoming environment. We do not tolerate racism, sexism, homophobia, or discrimination of any type for any reason.

The Upham Woods Code of Conduct is intended to be a living document that reflects a shared responsibility for maintaining a professional environment. This Code of Conduct applies to all visitors to Upham Woods, whether on or off campus participating in Upham Woods activities. This policy provides guidance for safe, respectful, and inclusive collaboration as well as procedures for reporting information that alleges violation and/or general concerns.

Failure to comply with expected standards of conduct or engaging in or attempts to engage in prohibited conduct may result in loss of the privilege of working and/or staying at Upham Woods. Such conduct may also result in disciplinary action under applicable university student and employee disciplinary processes, and/or referral to applicable police departments.

The University’s policies on Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence and Hostile and Intimidating Behavior (HIB) provide examples, information, and resources. Please contact Upham Woods staff to discuss any concerns relating to these policies. A Campus Resource Guide regarding sexual assault, sexual harassment, stalking and dating & domestic violence is available from Office of Compliance.
If you have any concerns about your experience at Upham Woods (e.g., working environment, inappropriate behavior, etc.) please talk to your supervisor/advisor, a staff person, or director at Upham Woods.
Obey all laws of the local, state and federal government and comply with applicable university policies and this Code of Conduct.
Use email, network, and internet resources within the computers, online resources, and all other technology within the guidelines of the UW IT Policies.
Follow rules for ethical research practices
Be polite, respectful and professional in actions, communication and timeliness.
Use Upham Woods equipment, resources or facilities appropriately, preventing misuse, misappropriation, damage or theft.
Engage in behavior that is safe to self or others; this includes use of vehicles, boats or snowmobiles. (Wisconsin state statues mandates that anyone born on or after January 1, 1989 is required to complete the online boater safety course to operate a motor boat.)
Follow campus alcohol policies and practices. Campus alcohol policies and practices are designed to encourage and enforce an environment in which consumption of alcohol is legal, safe, and responsible. Consumption of alcohol by individuals under the minimum legal drinking age is strictly prohibited.
Working and/or living at Upham Woods is a great opportunity to gain research experience at a youth and adult education center campus. Along with this opportunity comes a responsibility, not only to complete research work, but also to be a good neighbor on campus and in the community. You may be residing in close quarters with many other participants and are expected to be respectful of each other. Remember, the purpose of being here is to assist your supervisor with their research, to gain experience doing science and/or to complete your own research project. Experience has taught us that these goals are best met when, collectively, there is mutual respect among campus users.
UW System (Regent Policy document 14-8) lays out policy pertaining to romantic relationships between members of the university community where a conflict of interest or power differential between the parties exists. https://www.wisconsin.edu/regents/policies/consensual-relationships/

For comments or suggestions regarding this topic, contact Upham Woods director Amy Workman.