Title IX
St. Mary’s College of Maryland (the College) is committed to maintaining an educational and work environment free from Sex Discrimination. The College will not tolerate Sex Discrimination of any kind.
What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972 is a federal law prohibiting sex discrimination in educational institutions. Title IX states: “No person in the United States shall, based on sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”
What is Sex Discrimination?
Sex Discrimination means exclusion from participation in or being denied the benefits of any education program or activity on the basis of sex, including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy or related conditions. Sex-Based Harassment is a form of Sex Discrimination that includes the following types of conduct: quid pro quo harassment, hostile environment harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
How can the Title IX office help you?
The College employs a Title IX Coordinator to oversee the College’s response to reports of Sex Discrimination. The Title IX Coordinator, who leads the Office of Title IX Compliance and Training and reports directly to the Vice President of Student Affairs, is supported by a Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Title IX Investigator/Prevention Specialist and Office Associate II. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for conducting the initial Title IX assessment, implementing interim remedies and protective measures for the individual and the community, initiating the investigation, and ensuring a fair and impartial resolution designed to:
- Stop any Sex Discrimination
- Remedy its effects, and
- Prevent its recurrence.
The Title IX Coordinator provides oversight of all Title IX complaints to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal authorities. The Title IX Coordinator receives, reviews, and maintains records of all complaints to identify and address any systemic problems. The Title IX Coordinator also assesses student activities periodically to ensure that the practices and behaviors of the students do not violate the policies on Sex Discrimination. These duties also include creating and implementing education, prevention, and training programs regarding sexual misconduct for the community.
The Title IX Coordinator and all Title IX personnel are available to meet with students, staff and faculty.