Compliance Program

The Compliance Office at Wilmington University, housed in the Office of Administrative and Legal Affairs, seeks to protect the University and its students. Not only does this office ensure the University is complying with federal, state, and local laws, it provides guidance and support to all departments within the University.

The Purpose of the Compliance Program

The Compliance Office monitors and coordinates the University’s many existing compliance efforts, assists with risk analysis, assesses University-wide compliance performance, and provides University leadership with an independent, comprehensive view of the University’s compliance activities. The University Compliance Program is the expression of a commitment by Wilmington University to maintain compliance with all relevant laws and regulations and to maintain the highest level of integrity in its operations.

The term “compliance” means observing and acting in accordance with the rules, laws, regulations, and relevant polices. Just as people must follow rules and regulations, universities must do the same. In order to operate, Wilmington University must adhere to and comply with hundreds of federal, state, and local laws. In addition, the University must constantly monitor the educational environment for new and changing laws.

Higher education compliance benefits all members of the University community. The laws and regulations exist to foster and environment that promotes safety, accessibility, fairness, and the opportunity for learning.

Compliance Office Staff

The University Compliance Office is staffed by the Executive Director of Title IX, Clery, and Regulatory Affairs. The Executive Director acts as a liaison with legal and regulatory bodies on compliance-related issues when required. In addition, the Compliance Office conducts periodic departmental compliance reviews.

Code of Conduct

As members of the Wilmington University community, we are all responsible for maintaining the highest ethical standards in our community and in our professions. This includes complying with all federal and state laws and abiding by relevant association policies and guidelines.

Statement of General Principles

This code of conduct applies to the following members of the Wilmington University Community:

  • Individuals who are employees of the University;
  • Consultants, vendors, and contractors during the time they are doing business with the University;
  • Individuals who perform services for the University as volunteers.

Then Code of Conduct refers to these individuals collectively as “members of the University community” or “community members”.

Integrity and Ethical Conduct

As part of its mission, Wilmington University is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct. To achieve this goal, the University relies on each community member’s ethical behavior, honesty, integrity, and good judgment. Each community member should demonstrate respect for the rights of others. Each community member is accountable for their actions.

Compliance with Laws and University Policies

The University and each community member must transact University business in compliance with all laws, regulations, and University policies related to their positions and areas of responsibility. Managers and supervisors are responsible for teaching and monitoring compliance in their areas.

Reporting Violations or Concerns

Each member of the University community is expected to report actual or suspected violations of laws, University policies or procedures, or other suspected concerns that come to their attention. This includes violations of ethical and professional standards. Managers have a special duty to recognize violations.

Wilmington University is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct and maintains a Compliance Office to provide its members a means to report concerns or suspected violations of the University’s Code of Conduct that come to their attention.

The Code of Conduct states the ethical and legal standards that must guide decisions and the actions of the University community members. Examples of violations that should be reported include suspected fraud, theft, violations of governmental regulations, violations of University policies and procedures, and ethical violations.

Methods to Report Violations:

  1. You may report violations or concerns to your immediate supervisor or department head, if appropriate.
  2. You may contact Dr. Linda Van Drie, Andrzjewski, Executive Director of Title IX, Clery, and Regulatory Affairs at (302)356-6754 or linda.m.andrzjewski@wilmu.edu. Reports will be handled and investigated with assistance from other areas as needed.