Title IX is a federal law that expressly prohibits all forms of sex discrimination, which include sexual harassment, sexual assault and sexual violence. All ɳ University students, employees, affiliates and visitors are covered by Title IX requirements and protections.
is a federal law that states “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.” The law expressly prohibits all forms of sex discrimination, which include sexual harassment, sexual assault and sexual violence.
Since the university is a recipient of federal financial assistance, all ɳ University students, employees, affiliates and visitors are covered by Title IX requirements and protections.
The university will address complaints of sexual harassment as defined by Title IX through procedures consistent with state and federal law, outlined in the ɳ University Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Title IX Complaints, Investigations, & Procedures
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for the oversight and monitoring of all aspects of the university’s efforts to comply with Title IX and to prevent violations of its provisions. The Coordinator oversees the dissemination of information regarding Title IX to students, staff and faculty; coordinates training for employees; maintains Title IXgrievance/complaint files; monitors Title IX Deputies in the investigation and disposition of complaints; and answers inquiries from university and community members. Title IX Deputies assist the Title IX Coordinator in oversight and implementation of Title IX compliance efforts.
Complaints will be handled in a timely manner. When there is a documented violation of Title IX, prompt remedies will be provided. Every effort will be made to ensure that said conduct will end, its recurrence will be prevented and, to the extent possible, pre-violation status will be restored.
Please direct grievances, questions, concerns and requests for consultations to the ɳ University Title IX Coordinator, or their Deputies.
Jill Moffitt, Ed.D | Title IX Coordinator
titleix@pacficu.edu, jmoffitt@pacificu.edu
828-808-7228, Clark Hall
Title IX Compliance Assurance
Retaliation is Prohibited
ɳ University prohibits retaliatory harassment, threats, or intimidation against anyone for making an inquiry about suspected Title IX violations, registering a complaint, assisting a complainant, or participating in an investigation; retaliatory behavior includes the creation of a hostile work or social climate. Instances of retaliation should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator.
Title IX Resources
ɳ University Resources
- Campus Public Safety
- Center for Gender Equity's Sexual & Relationship Violence Resources
- Confidential Advocacy Network - confidential campus advocates for students
- Employee Assistance Program
- Student Counseling Center
- Student Name and Sex Designation Changes
Related Policies
- Consensual Relationship Policy
- Faculty & Governance Handbook
- Pregnancy and Related Medical Conditions Policy
- Staff Handbook
- Student Code of Conduct
Inquiries
Inquiries about Title IX and ɳ’s compliance with it may also be directed to:
Office of Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, D.C. 20202
In addition to complying with Title IX’s prohibition of discrimination based upon sex, ɳ University does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, religious preference, disabled veteran or Vietnam Era status in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs as required by , , , and their implementing regulations.