1. Alysa Christmas Rollock Vice President for Ethics and Compliance
EQUAL ACCESS,
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND TITLE IX
NEW FACULTY ORIENTATION
Alysa Christmas Rollock
Vice President for Ethics and Compliance
August 17, 2017
ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE

2. University Commitment
An environment that recognizes the inherent worth and dignity of every person
An environment that is free from discrimination and harassment
Enforcement of policies of equal access and equal opportunity
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3. University Policies and Procedures
Nondiscrimination Policy Statement
Equal Opportunity, Equal Access and Affirmative Action (III.C.2)
Anti-Harassment (III.C.1)
Procedures for Resolving Complaints of Discrimination and Harassment (Last Revised August 1, 2017)
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4. NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY STATEMENT
Purdue University prohibits discrimination
against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or status as a veteran.
Prohibitions against discrimination include Equal Opportunity, Equal Access and Affirmative Action Policy and Anti-Harassment Policy.
Policies also strictly prohibit retaliation for participating in or raising concerns of discrimination and harassment.
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5. Procedures for Resolving Complaints of Discrimination and Harassment
Applies to faculty, staff, students, participants and guests
Confidentiality
Right/Duty to act in absence of complaint
Informal and formal resolution processes
Prohibitions against discrimination include Equal Opportunity, Equal Access and Affirmative Action Policy and Anti-Harassment Policy.
Policies also strictly prohibit retaliation for participating in or raising concerns of discrimination and harassment.
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6. Resources for Resolving Complaints
Department Heads and Supervisors
Office of Institutional Equity
Ernest C. Young Hall, 10th Floor
Human Resources
Kurz Purdue Technology Center
1281 Win Hentschel Blvd., Suite 1100,West Lafayette, IN
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7. Prevention Strategies
Be a role model. Set the tone as to what behavior is expected and/or tolerated.
Seek departmental training/discussions regarding University policies and procedures on harassment and discrimination.
Promptly and appropriately respond to student and colleague concerns/complaints.
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8. Title IX
“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.”
Prohibits sexual and gender-based harassment, including sexual violence and all forms of sexual misconduct
Purdue obligation regardless of any law enforcement action
Once Purdue knows or reasonably should know about student or employee harassment that creates a hostile environment, Purdue must take immediate and corrective action to:
- Conduct prompt, thorough and equitable investigation
- Eliminate the harassment
- Prevent its recurrence
- Address its effects
- Ensure equal opportunity in the complaint process
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9. Mandatory Reporters
Employees who have authority to take action to remedy the harassment include:
Vice Presidents, Deans, Department Heads, Directors and Coaches
Employees in supervisory or management roles
All faculty members
Student affairs professionals
Residential life administrators
Resident Assistants
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10. Student can share as much or as little as they choose.
WHAT SHOULD I SAY?
Do not promise confidentiality. Be clear that you will have to report what is shared.
Student can share as much or as little as they choose.
Without information about name and location of incident, University may not be able to investigate, but can provide support and assistance.
Student can request anonymity. University can still provide support and resources.
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11. WHAT SHOULD I DO? Do NOT attempt resolution on your own.
REPORT to Title IX Coordinator!
Call 911 in an emergency situation.
If a minor, immediately report to Child Protective Services or Police
Be ready to refer to CARE ( ), CAPS, or Crisis Center (confidential resources)
Do NOT attempt resolution on your own.
Be ready to refer to OIE, HR or ODOS
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12. EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Mandatory Title IX Reporters
- Required Annually
One on line module
Complete by September 30
CSAs
- One on line module
All employees
- New employee orientation
- Risk Management Employment Claims Initiative
Four on line modules
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13. EDUCATION AND TRAINING (continued)
Students
- Respect Boundaries on line modules
Peer training
Bystander training
- Targeted outreach
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14. TEA CONSENT
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15. TITLE IX COORDINATOR (765) 494-7255 Erin Oliver Title IX Coordinator
Director, Office of Institutional Equity
(765)
Deputy Title IX Coordinators
Cathy Wright-Eger, Intercollegiate Athletics
Barbara J. Frazee, University Residences
“Dr. Katie” Sermersheim, Dean of Students
Pam Nesbitt, Human Resources
Lee Morrison, University Residences
One of most important pieces to remember – Title IX Coordinator
Rolling out sexual assault prevention campaign
Refer to leaflet handout, posters, and magnets
CWE has them and is Deputy Title IX Coordinator
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16. QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TITLE IX COORDINATOR Erin Oliver
Young Hall, 10th Floor
(765)
purdue.edu/sexual_assault
ADVOCACY SERVICES
ODOS - Advocacy and Support Center CARE (confidential services available)
Schleman Hall, 2nd Floor Duhme Hall, Room 139
(765) [765[
CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELING
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
PUSH, Room 246
(765)
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Purdue University Police Department (PUPD)
Terry House
911 (Emergency) or (765)
MEDICAL SERVICES
Purdue Student Health Center (PUSH) St. Elizabeth Hospital - East
PUSH, Main Floor S. Creasy Lane
(765) [765]

18. Alysa Christmas Rollock Vice President for Ethics and Compliance
EQUAL ACCESS,
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND TITLE IX
NEW FACULTY ORIENTATION
Alysa Christmas Rollock
Vice President for Ethics and Compliance
August 17, 2017
ETHICS AND COMPLIANCE