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Your Rights Under Title IX

If you have experienced sexual harassment, gender discrimination or sexual violence, it’s important to know that you have rights and support is available.

You have the right to report the incident to the College, and you also have the option to contact local law enforcement. Reporting to the College can help connect you with support services, local resources and information about your options for moving forward.

For more information about the reporting process, please review the frequently asked questions.

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Rights and Support Available to You Under Title IX

Both the complainant and respondent have the right to a fair, unbiased and equitable investigation that is free from conflicts of interest. Throughout the process, both parties will receive advance written notice of investigation-related meetings and may identify witnesses, provide documentation and ask questions of the investigator. Both parties also have the right to review all documentation collected during the investigation, review the draft investigative report and provide feedback before it is finalized.

In addition, both parties have the right to have a trained decision-maker determine responsibility and may have a hearing advisor of their choice accompany them throughout the conduct process, including during the hearing. Advisors may cross-examine the other party through the hearing chair and the other party’s advisor. Accommodations are also available, when needed, through the Center for Student Accessibility or Human Resources.

Rights as the Complainant

You have the right to:

  • Discuss the situation with the Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to assist students or employees with these concerns.      
  • Access supportive measures specific to your situation – these may include but are not limited to:
    • a change in class or work schedule
    • on-campus counseling services or EAP services for employees
    • campus security officer escort on campus
    • alternative parking arrangements
    • access to community resources for additional support and information
  • Discuss options related to next steps, filing a formal complaint with the College or information on contacting local law enforcement, if that is your decision.

Rights as the Respondent

You have the right to:

  • know the names of the parties involved, if known.
  • know the date, time and location of the alleged incident, if known.
  • know the name of the investigator and the date, time and location of the first interview.
  • know that you are presumed not responsible as no determination of responsibility will be made until the conclusion of the process.
  • have a hearing advisor of your choice.
  • know that no notation will be made on your transcript.