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Saint Francis University

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www.francis.edu/titleix

F A I R N E S SA D V O C A C YR E S P E C T

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Saint Francis university’s Title IX Teamis here to receive, respond to, and resolveall reports of discrimination, harassment,and sexual misconduct that affect SaintFrancis university community members.

Our role is to eliminate, prevent, andredress all known instances of prohibitedgender-based misconduct, such as sexualviolence, domestic violence, datingviolence, stalking, and sexual harassment.

We are charged with: investigatingreported misconduct and other concerns;supporting the people involved;implementing measures to maximizecampus safety; and promoting everyone’sability to live and learn at Saint Francisuniversity in an environment free fromdiscrimination and harassment.

Inspired by the person and message of Saint Francis of Assisi,

we value dignity of the person, shared responsibility,and we place ourselves on an equal basis with people.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination onthe basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity.


� obtain and connect with resources.� understand your right to seek protective

measures like No Contact Orders.� connect with the on-campus student

conduct process and local lawenforcement.

� by responding to allegations of retaliation.� by organizing interim support and

protective measures, like housing oracademic modifications.

� by providing transparent and accurateinformation about your Title IX rights,Saint Francis university’s Title IXobligations, and our processes andprocedures.

We Can Help You:

TITlE IX TEAm Jeffrey Savino Raymond Hall 101

Vice President for Finance & Administration [email protected] 814.472.3261

Lynne Banks Associate Dean of StudentsPadua Hall 232b [email protected] 814.472.3352

Donald Miles Director of Residence LifePadua Hall 227 [email protected] 814.472.3380

Peter Skoner Associate ProvostScotus Hall 313 [email protected] 814.472.3085

Chris LytleSbDC building

Captain, University [email protected] 814.472.3361

Marian Bender Director of Human ResourcesRaymond Hall 121 [email protected] 814.472.3931

Erika Renwick Senior Associate Director of AthleticsStokes Athletics Center 153 [email protected] 814.472.3294

THE SAINT FRANCIS UNIVERSITYTITLE IX TEAM

CONSENTConsent Defined: Consent is informed, freely given and mutually understood. Consent requires anaffirmative act or statement by each participant. If coercion, intimidation, threats and/or physical forceare used, there is no consent. If a person is mentally or physically incapacitated or impaired so that theperson cannot understand the fact, nature or extent of the sexual situation, there is not consent; thisincludes conditions due to alcohol or drug consumption or being asleep or unconscious. Whether onehas taken advantage of a position of influence over another may be a factor in determining consent.

Sexual Activity Requires Consent: Consent consists of an outward demonstration indicating that anindividual has freely chosen to engage in sexual activity. Consent is demonstrated through mutuallyunderstandable words and/or actions that clearly indicate a willingness to engage freely in sexual activity.Relying on non-verbal communication can lead to misunderstandings. Consent may not be inferred fromsilence, passivity, lack of resistance or lack of active response alone. A person who does not physically resistor verbally refuse sexual activity is not necessarily giving consent. In the absence of an outward demonstration,consent does not exist. If at any time it is reasonably apparent that either party is hesitant, confused oruncertain, both parties should stop and obtain mutual verbal consent before continuing sexual activity.

Consent to engage in sexual activity must be knowing and voluntary. Consent to engage in sexualactivity must exist from the beginning to end of each instance of sexual activity, and for each form ofsexual contact. Consent to one form of sexual contact does not constitute consent to all forms of sexualcontact. For example, an individual may agree to kiss but choose not to engage in touching of the intimateparts or sexual intercourse. An individual should obtain consent before moving from one act to another.

A current or previous dating or sexual relationship, by itself, is not sufficient to constitute consent.

Even in the context of a relationship, there must be mutually understandable communication that clearlyindicates willingness to engage in sexual activity each time such activity occurs.

Consent may be withdrawn by either party at any time.Withdrawal of consent must also be outwardlydemonstrated by words or actions that clearly indicate a desire to end sexual activity. Once withdrawalof consent has been expressed, sexual activity must cease.

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F A I R N E S SA D V O C A C YR E S P E C T Saint Francis University

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PROHIbITED CONDuCT 3

CONSENT 3

YOuR RIGHTS 4

GIVING VOICE TO YOuR EXPERIENCE 6GETTING THE SuPPORT YOu WANT AND NEED

SPEAKING uP CONFIDENTIAllY 6

CONFIDENTIAl RESOuRCES 6

REPORTING SEXuAl mISCONDuCT 7

OVERVIEW OF A TITlE IX RESPONSE ONCE A REPORT IS mADE 8

OPTIONS FOR RECOuRSE 9

ON-CAmPuS RESOluTION PROCESS 9

REQuESTING A CRImINAl INVESTIGATION 9

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PROHIBITED CONDUCT

e following conduct is prohibited by the Saint Francis University EqualOpportunity, Nondiscrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Stalking,and Relationship Violence policy:

� Discrimination or harassment on the basis of gender, gender identity, age, race, color,ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy status,veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristic or any protected classification.

� Sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, or sexuallyinappropriate conduct in any form.

is conduct violates our Franciscan value of respect for the uniqueness ofindividual persons.

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Interim Actions/Remedies

� Access to counseling services and assistance in setting up an initialappointment, both on and off campus;

� Providing medical services;� Imposition of a campus no contact order;� Imposition of a no trespass order;� Ensuring that the reporting party can move safely between classes and activities;

� Ensuring the reporting party and responding party do not share classes orextracurricular activities;

� Academic accommodations (with agreement of the appropriate faculty, who willnot be informed of the specific reason for the request with permission of the student):

� Rescheduling of exams and assignments;� Providing alternative course completion options;� Change in class schedule or other academic accommodations;

� Providing academic support services, such as tutoring;

� Transportation assistance;

� Change in work schedule or job assignment;

� Residence modifications: � Change in on-campus housing;

� Arranging to dissolve a housing contract and pro-rating a refund inaccordance with campus housing policies;

� Receive requests for assistance from staff in completing housing relocation;

� limit an individual or organization's access to certain university facilitiesor activities pending resolution of the matter;

� Voluntary leave of absence;� Interim suspension or university-imposed leave;

� Any other remedy that can be tailored to the involved individuals to achievethe goals of this policy.

YOuR RIGHTS

Students and all members of the University campus community have the right to:

Reporting

� To report a potential violation of the university’s policy to the university’sTitle IX Coordinator or a Title IX Team member.

� To notify law enforcement and have assistance.

� To a prompt and thorough investigation of all reports of sexual misconduct.

Fair Process

� To be treated with dignity, empathy, and respect by university officials.

� For reports to be reviewed through the resolution procedures outlined inthe university’s policy.

� To refuse to have an allegation resolved through conflict resolution.

� To receive amnesty for minor student misconduct (such as alcohol or drugviolations) that is ancillary to the incident.

� To be free from retaliation for exercising their rights.

� To be informed in writing of the outcome/resolution, sanctions wherepermissible and the rationale for the outcome where permissible.

Advocacy and Support

� To interim support and protective measures to help to continue to live andlearn at Saint Francis university.

� To experience a safe living, educational and work environment

� To take advantage of campus support resources (such as Counseling or HealthServices)

� Advisors of their choosing to guide and accompany them throughout theresolution process.


GIVING VOICE TO YOuR EXPERIENCE GETTING THE SuPPORT YOu WANT AND NEED

SPEAKING uP CONFIDENTIAllY

You may speak confidentially to the following resources about your experience orconcerns regarding sexual misconduct. ese individuals are under no obligationto share your personal information with the Title IX Team.

CONFIDENTIAl RESOuRCES

Saint Francis University Counseling Center 814.472.3211

Located in Saint Francis Hall.

Saint Francis University Student Health Center 814.472.3008

Located in the DiSepio Institute.

Cambria County Victim Services Counseling Center 814.288.4961

24-Hour Rape-Crisis Hotline 1.800.755.1983

Located in Johnstown.

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center 814.534.9101

Located in Johnstown. (24 hr.)

REPORTING SEXuAl mISCONDuCT

Saint Francis university is committed to providing a variety of welcoming andaccessible ways for community members to voice concerns about and reportinstances of sexual misconduct.

If you are ready to report a gender-equity concern, you may speak with anymember of the Title IX Team. e Title IX Team makes every effort to protectthe privacy of all individuals. Speaking directly to the Title IX Team or to amandatory Reporter initiates a Title IX response.

Additionally, with the exception of the confidential resources,ALL Saint Francis University Faculty, Staff, and Administratorsare Mandatory Reporters of Information Related to SexualMisconduct. When Mandatory Reporters become aware ofinformation regarding sexual misconduct they are required toshare what they know with the Title IX Coordinator or anymember of the Title IX Team.

You may choose to report sexual misconduct anonymously in two ways:

1. By phone at 1.888.297.9325 (Ethics Point)

2. Online at my.francis.edu, Quick Links, select

“Reporting Unethical or Inappropriate Behavior”

(EthicsPoint).

All anonymous reports go to the Title IX Coordinator.

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OPTIONS FOR RECOuRSE

ON-CAMPUS RESOLUTION PROCESS

You have the option to file a report of sexual misconduct. Any member of the Title IXTeam can help you navigate the process. Saint Francis university will act on any formalor informal report.

REQUESTING A CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION

You also have the option to request a criminal investigation for any criminal behavioryou have suffered. For information about the criminal process, contact:

Saint F rancis University Police 814.472.3360

You do not have to choose one or the other. You may pursue an on-campusresolution process at the same time you are pursuing a criminal investigation.

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IN AN EMERGENCY:

Emergency Dispatch 911

Saint Francis University Police 814.472.3360

IF YOU HAVE IMMEDIATE HEALTH NEEDS:

Saint Francis University Student Health Services 814.472.3008

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center (24 hrs.) 814.534.9101

PEOPLE WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED SEXUAL MISCONDUCT SHOULD CONSIDER

� Contacting university Police 814.472.3360 (24 hrs) or 911 if in immediate danger.� Seeking medical attention to assess immediate health needs and preserve evidence.� Seeking confidential emotional support.� Contacting Jeffrey Savino, Saint Francis university’s Title IX Coordinator:

814.472.3261, [email protected].

OVERVIEW OF A TITlE IX RESPONSEONCE A REPORT IS mADE:

Title IX Team Member receives a report and conducts a preliminary

investigation to determine if a policy violation may have occurred.

A full investigation will be pursued if you choose and/or if there

is evidence of a pattern of misconduct or a perceived threat of

further harm to the community or any of its members.

Title IX TeamMember reportsacts of sexualviolence to lawenforcement.

YOU CHOOSE

to meet and

discuss resources

and options.

Title IX Team

Member provides

you with resources

and options and

refers to Fairness,Advocacy, Respect& Title IX website

for additional

details of resources

and options.

YOU CHOOSE

NOT to meet

with a Title IX

Team Member.

Actionstaken by YOU

There may still be

an investigation.

The incident is

documented and

may be part of a

Clery Report.

Actions taken inresponse to a reportof sexual misconduct

Actions taken withregard to potentialcriminal process

Title IX Team Member contacts you to request a

meeting to provide you with resources and options

and inform you of two investigation processes.

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RETALIATION IS PROHIBITEDThe University will take immediate and responsive action to any report

of retaliation and may pursue disciplinary action as appropriate.

saint FrancisUniversity

Founded 1847

P.O. Box 600 • Loretto, PA 15940 • 814.472.3000

www.francis.edu

At Saint Francis University we promote

in all of our actions. We promote and engage in actions that are free from bias. We care for and support each other and speak in favor of the rights of others.

We strive to treat all people with dignity and respect.

Every member of the University community deserves to be treated respectfully and each should treat others with respect. All students, faculty, staff, and friends –

should be able to pursue their education and work in a safe environment, free from discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct or violence.

e University is committed to fostering a safe campus environment where sexual misconduct and violence are unacceptable, and where survivors

or those who believe they were harmed by another person are provided support and avenues of redress as appropriate.


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