Title IX
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. It reads:
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and its implementing regulation at 34 C.F.R. Part 106(Title IX)
Â鶹¹ÙÍø has unequivocally committed itself to assure a work and learning environment in which the dignity of every individual is respected. Â鶹¹ÙÍø strives to provide an environment for employees, students, and campus visitors that is free from any form of sexual discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. Likewise the college prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender in all college activities and programs. Any form of sexual harassment or discrimination is a violation of Â鶹¹ÙÍø Policy and Rules.
Â鶹¹ÙÍø Responsibilities under Title IX Law
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø will resolve complaints promptly and equitably.
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø will take immediate and appropriate action once it knows or reasonably know of possible sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, or stalking.
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø will take prompt and effective steps to end sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and stalking, prevent its re-occurrence and address its effects.
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø will offer interim measures to protect the complainant or the college community and to support both parties prior to and while the investigation is pending.
- Â鶹¹ÙÍø will provide an opportunity for both parties to present witnesses and evidence, as well as, offer the same appeal rights.
* If you feel unsafe or it is an emergency call 911
Phone: (575) 234-9283
Email: randerson@senmc.edu