Bias Incident/Education Support Team (BEST):

Supporting Shipmates, Upholding Values

The Bias Incident/Education Support Team (BEST) was formed in Fall 2022 as a means of upholding community values around diversity, equity, and inclusion. The BEST Team, made up of staff members from the Office of Intercultural Engagement, Commandant of Cadets' Department, and Title IX, review all bias incident reports, educate the community on issues of bias, and provide recommendations for corrective action when needed. The BEST team encourages reports for observed or perceived bias incidents, statements, or occurrences involving cadets. All reports submitted to the link below will be reviewed by the BEST team.

Bias is a preconceived, negative attitude about a person or group based on their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, or level of ability, or any other protected class. 

• Bias incidents are any actions or statements against a person or group that are motivated in whole or in part, by bias against the person’s or group’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, or level of ability.
• Hate crimes are criminal offenses committed against a person or group that are motivated in whole or in part, by bias against the person’s or group’s sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, or level of ability.

There is no place for bias among Bucs. When in doubt, always submit a report. Holding ourselves accountable and looking after our shipmates is the only way to promote true belonging on campus. 

Bias Incident Reporting Form

With any questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to email the Office of Intercultural Engagement at intercultural@maritime.edu or visit the Office of Intercultural Engagement and ask to speak with a staff member.