20250317 - dress code updates

Author: glongino

expectations-everyone.Rmd

@@ -68,7 +68,8 @@ Jeans and denim capris are acceptable when in lab, as long as they are not rippe
 T-shirts without inappropriate graphics, text, cut-outs, etc. are acceptable.
 Leggings are permitted if they are worn as tights (i.e., under a skirt, dress, shorts, or long shirt that fully covers the bottom).
 Shorts are permitted if they are twill or chino material and reach *at least* to your mid-thigh (Bermuda-length shorts, however, are more appropriate).
-The following are NOT allowed: short-shorts, low-cut shirts, visible undergarments (including bralettes and sports bras), or workout/gym clothes (e.g., sweatpants, yoga pants).
+The following are NOT allowed: short-shorts, low-cut shirts, strapless tops, visible undergarments (including bralettes, sports bras, or underwear/boxers), or workout/gym clothes (e.g., sweatpants, yoga pants).
+Additionally, clothing that reveals the stomach or midriff area of the body are not allowed.
 For guidance on shorts guidelines, see the [DevPsy Lab Summerwear Guide](#summerwear) (below).
 
 You are expected to dress more nicely on days that you have meetings outside of the department (such as with community partners).
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 https://www.realsimple.com/beauty-fashion/clothing/are-shorts-work-appropriate (archived at https://perma.cc/U92L-QCS2)
 
-While temperatures are warm outside, you might be tempted to dress down at the office and reveal more skin than you should.
-But Clinton Kelly, co-host of TLC's "What Not to Wear" reality series, says, "Resist the temptation."
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-"When it comes to your career, the image you're projecting at work makes a difference in how far you're going to get in the company," he says.
-"Don't use excuses like, 'It's hot outside,' to not dress appropriately."
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-https://www.monster.com/career-advice/article/work-attire-whats-appropriate-and-whats-not-hot-jobs (archived at https://perma.cc/DF8K-4RLK)
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 ![Dress Code: Shorts](images/dressCode_shorts.png)
 
 # Consequences of Non-compliance {#noncompliance}