Ethics
Ethics in the Workplace
Central Washington University (CWU) is committed to providing a learning, working, and living environment that promotes personal integrity, civility and mutual respect. As all University employees are expected to be familiar and comply with state ethics laws, rules, and other related policies, this webpage provides an overview of expectations around and resources related to ethics in the workplace at CWU.
Washington State ethics laws (RCW 42.52, Ethics in Public Service) are designed to protect state employees from conflicts of interest or from engaging in activities where their interests or loyalties could be divided or questioned. Citizens of Washington State should have complete confidence in the integrity of CWU employees.
- The Washington State Executive Ethics Board enforces state ethics laws. For more information about the Washington State Executive Ethics Board, as well as access to online trainings and guidance on how to file a complaint, visit the Washington State Executive Ethics Board website.
For more information about 1) Ethics Training and Resources, 2) Ethics Policies, and 3) the Ethics Advisory Committee, click the appropriate links or utilize the left-hand menu.
Reporting an Ethics Concern
Use the Concern and Support (reporting) form to report concerns for an employee related to ethics in the workplace to the CWU Ethics Advisor.
Concern and Support FormRole of the CWU Ethics Advisor
An ethics advisor is a member of an institution from whom employees can seek ethical guidance. The Ethics Advisor may:
- Assess the application of conflict of interest laws and regulations;
- Counsel employees concerning ethics standards and programs; and
- Assist managers and supervisors in understanding and implementing ethics programs.
Ethics in the Workplace Contacts
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Director of Policy and Ethics, CWU Ethics Advisor
Thomas Pedersen
- Thomas.Pedersen2@cwu.edu
- 509-963-2031
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Internal Audit Manager
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Washington State Executive Ethics Board
Enforces the Ethics in Public Service Act, RCW 42.52
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Policy and Ethics
Thomas Pedersen