Abstract
Abstract In this chapter, we review two emerging policy issues regarding sexual misconduct in institutions of higher education: investigation and adjudication procedures and mandatory reporting policies. First, we review key policymaking regarding sexual misconduct investigation and adjudication, contextualizing policymaking on sexual misconduct in higher education within its historical, sociopolitical background. We then discuss a current and controversial issue in investigation and adjudication procedures—due process and the use of live hearings with direct cross-examination. Second, we provide an overview of mandatory reporting policies for sexual misconduct, reviewing federal guidance and state legislation that have shaped these policies and discuss the important issue of survivor autonomy and control in reporting decisions. Finally, we discuss recommendations for policy reforms and future research on these two policy issues regarding sexual misconduct in higher education.
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