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Procedures for Alleged Violations of the Title IX Sexual Harassment Regulations

To view Procedures for Alleged Violations of Civil Rights Not Covered by Title IX Sexual Harassment Regulations, click here.

Eastern Arizona College adheres to all federal, state, and local civil rights laws prohibiting sex discrimination and sex-based harassment in employment and education. The College does not discriminate in its admissions practices, employment practices, or educational programs or activities on the basis of sex, except as may be permitted by law. As a recipient of federal financial assistance for education activities, the College is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) to ensure that all of its education programs and activities do not discriminate on the basis of sex, or pregnancy and related conditions.  Sex discrimination is prohibited under Title IX and by College Regulation, and it includes sex-based harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, stalking, quid pro quo harassment, hostile environment harassment, disparate treatment, and disparate impact.

The College also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing sex discrimination or sex-based harassment or participating in any internal or external investigation or complaint process related to allegations of sex discrimination.

Any College faculty member, employee, or student who acts to deny, deprive, or limit the educational, employment, residential, or social access, opportunities, and/or benefits of any member of the College community on the basis of sex is in violation of the College’s Regulation 2075.01 – Procedures for Alleged Violations of the Title IX Sexual Harassment Regulations.

Questions regarding Title IX, including its application and/or concerns about noncompliance, should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the College’s Regulation 2075.01 – Procedures for Alleged Violations of the Title IX Sexual Harassment Regulations, click here.

A form is available for filing a formal complaint, or this electronic form is available to use.

VIEW TITLE IX GRIEVANCE FORM (PDF)

 

 

Title IX Coordinator

Laurie Pennington

Director of Enterprise Risk Management

Student Services Building – 2nd Floor, Room 251
615 N. Stadium Avenue
Thatcher, Arizona 85552-0769
(928) 428-8488

laurie.pennington@eac.edu

 

A person may also file a complaint with the appropriate federal, state, or local agency within the time frame required by law. Depending on the nature of the complaint, the appropriate agency may be the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR), the Department of Justice, the Equal Opportunity Commission, and/or another appropriate federal or state agency.

Within any Resolution Process related to the Title IX Regulation, the College provides reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities and religious accommodations, when that accommodation is consistent with federal and state law.

Risk Reduction Tips

 

To protect yourself and your friends from incidents of sexual misconduct, there are preventive measures you can take.

  • Trust your instincts
  • Make your limits known as early as possible
  • Say “NO” clearly and firmly
  • Be “situationally aware” by taking note of your surroundings and who is present
  • Find someone nearby and ask for help
  • Take responsibility for your alcohol and other drug intake, and acknowledge these substances can lower your inhibitions and increase your vulnerability
  • Walk with others
  • Lock doors and windows in your car and living space
  • Take care of your friends and ask that they take care of you
  • NEVER blame yourself if an act of sexual or relationship violence occurs. The only person responsible in that situation is the perpetrator.

Bystander Intervention

 

Don’t just hope that someone else will step in. You have the ability to stop a terrible, life-altering situation. Be part of the solution by being a proactive bystander who helps prevent cases of sexual misconduct or by being a reactive bystander who positively intervenes in instances of sexual misconduct.

What to Do if You are a Victim of Sexual Assault

 

Immediate Steps

 

  • Get to a safe place.
  • Call someone you trust. A friend, family member, or victim advocate are good resources. You do not have to go through this alone.
  • Preserve physical evidence. If at all possible, do not shower until you have considered a sexual assault examination, save the clothes you were wearing in a paper or cloth bag, take photos of any damage or injury, and keep communication records.

Within 24 Hours

 

  • Get medical attention. A medical provider can check and treat physical injury, sexually transmitted infections, and pregnancy. You do not need to make a formal report or press charges to receive medical care.
  • Seek counseling. You may want to turn to a confidential advocate or counselor for support and advice. They will talk with you about your options for additional support services and reporting.

At Any Time

 

  • Report the incident. You are encouraged to report what happened to both the police and one of the Title IX Officers. You can decide how much you want to participate in any investigation process.
  • EAC can help. Campus resources, like the Dean of Students Office, can help you with changes to your housing, classes, work, and more. You do not need to make a formal report or press charges to receive help from EAC.
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