Title IX of the Education Amendments of is a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. Consistent with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, the University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of sex, in its academic, admissions, education and employment programs and activities.
See also, University Notice of Non-Discrimination. This Policy applies to University employees, students, volunteers, applicants, and other third parties as defined herein. When the University has actual knowledge of sexual harassment in its education program or activity, against a person in the United States, it must respond promptly in a manner that is not deliberately indifferent.
The University is deliberately indifferent only if its response to sexual harassment is clearly unreasonable in light of the known circumstances. Complaints of sexual harassment, as defined in this Policy, will be addressed using the procedures set forth in this Policy. Alleged misconduct that falls outside the scope of this Policy may be addressed through other University policies and rules, including the Student Code of Conduct, collective bargaining agreements, and Human Resources policies.
This Policy is designed to comply with applicable laws and regulations. Imputation of knowledge based solely on vicarious liability or constructive notice is insufficient to constitute actual knowledge. This standard is not met when the only official of the University with actual knowledge is the respondent in a matter. The mere ability or obligation to report sexual harassment or to inform an individual student about how to report sexual harassment, or having been trained to do so, does not qualify an individual as one who has authority to institute corrective measures on behalf of the University.
An individual who has applied for admission to, participation in, or employment with the University who meets the minimum qualifications for the position. Any day in which normal University business operations are conducted, which are Monday through Friday from 9 a.
