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Title IX / Gender Based Sexual Misconduct Policy Overview:
Trine University is committed to creating a community free from violence. The University will not tolerate sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic violence, or stalking as defined by State and Federal laws. Below is a brief introduction with resources of our Sexual Misconduct Policy. For more information access: http:// www. trine. edu / campussafety / TitleIX. pdf. Trine University’ s Title IX Policy prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon gender in services or benefits offered by the university. Trine University also recognizes that the decision about whether to bring allegations against another student, faculty / staff member can be complicated and challenging. The survivor of violence or harassment has the right to have any and all incidents against their person treated seriously and the right to be treated with dignity. All university personnel whom are considered a Responsible employee as defined below are also encouraged to immediately refer sexual assault survivors to the Director of Campus Safety or the Dean of Students / Title IX Coordinator. If you have questions / concerns and wish to speak with someone confidentially regarding a matter such as this, you are urged to contact Counseling Services @ 260.665.4172 or after-hours 260.446.1867.
ATTENTION: If you have been a victim and / or witness to a violent act, please seek resources available to explore your options. Additionally if you or someone you know has been assaulted, it is IMPERATIVE the person seeks MEDICAL attention IMMEDIATLEY. * Seeking medical attention does NOT mean you have to pursue legal options.
Medical Assistance( CONFIDENTIAL): Cameron Hospital( 416 E. Maumee Street, Angola) 911 or 260.665.2141 Ft. Wayne Sexual Assault Treatment Center( 2270 Lake Ave. Suite 201, Ft. Wayne) 260.423.222( www. fwsatc. org) Both are available 24 hours / 7 days a week and have nurses specifically trained to handle sexual assault in a kind and compassionate manner.
Additional Resources( Mostly Confidential): Angola Police Department 911 or 260.665.2121 Trine University Campus Safety( Conrad Hall & University Center) 260.316.1877
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