The University at New Paltz is pleased to offer information to faculty, staff, students, and other members of the community about possible paths to follow when encountering or observing certain lapses in ethical conduct here. Those lapses can take many forms and in some cases are easily identifiable as such, while in other cases identification of ethical drift may not be simple. This hotline continues our efforts to establish and maintain a sound internal control environment, and so is designed to enhance internal control, which is so critical to the integrity of the University.
Questionable reportable activity can include observed or suspected frauds, thefts, embezzlements, misappropriations, defalcations, or other financial offenses against the University and including University funds or other funds entrusted to the University. Also included would be falsification of University records in furtherance of a fraudulent scheme.
If you observe or suspect wrongdoing at the University at New Paltz, you may call the New Paltz Internal Control Hotline to report it. This telephone hotline is maintained by the Office of Internal Controls and provides a means for the confidential and anonymous reporting of observed or suspected wrongdoing. Upon placing a call to the Hotline, you will receive instructions that will guide you through the reporting process. The number to call for the New Paltz Internal Control Hotline is:
257-2100
If you prefer, an e-mail address has been established to receive reports in confidence. That e-mail address is:
hotline@newpaltz.edu
Written communication may be addressed to:
Office of Internal Controls
HAB-905
University at New Paltz
1 Hawk Drive
New Paltz, NY 12561
Hotline reports received will immediately be evaluated and an informal review will begin to determine the potential merit of the allegation. The directors of other University at New Paltz departments, e.g., Human Resources, University Police, Accounting, etc., may be consulted when appropriate. Reports to the Hotline should contain as much detail as possible to substantiate the allegation and facilitate the investigation.
