Sexual Respect and Title IX
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What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 defines and ensures gender equity in education. The law prohibits all forms of sex-based and gender-based discrimination in any education program or activity that receives federal funding. It 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.
In line with Dartmouth's Principles of Community, the Office of Equal Opportunity, Accessibility, and Title IX (EOATIX) is dedicated to fostering a safe and respectful campus community where sexual and gender-based harassment, sexual assault, sex and gender-based discrimination, sexual exploitation, dating and domestic violence, provision of alcohol or other drugs for purposes of prohibited conduct, and stalking are not tolerated.
In addition to the protections above, Title IX also protects pregnant and parenting students, including students who were recently pregnant, students who adopt or foster children, and students who have experienced pregnancy loss, miscarriage, or abortion. For more information about how Title IX applies to pregnancy and parenting, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website.
If you or someone you know has been impacted by sexual or gender-based harassment, sex or gender discrimination, sexual exploitation, sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking, please reach out to our office at 603-646-0922 or equal.opportunity.accessibility.and.title.ix@dartmouth.edu, or visit us in person in Parkhurst Hall, Suite 05. The EOATIX office can provide you with resources, information, and support whether or not you choose to file a formal complaint.
About the Title IX Coordinator
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for collaborating with campus-wide teams to foster a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all members of the Dartmouth community. In addition, the Title IX Coordinator is responsible for:
- Ensuring Dartmouth's compliance with Title IX, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and other applicable federal and state mandates related to sexual and gender-based harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating or domestic violence, provision of alcohol or other drugs for purposes of prohibited conduct, and stalking;
- Preventing, addressing, and responding to sexual misconduct through institutional leadership;
- Tracking and monitoring incidents of sexual misconduct;
- Overseeing the investigation and resolution of all reports involving students, faculty, staff, vendors, and visitors;
- Coordinating comprehensive and campus-wide training, education, and prevention efforts; and
- Conducting periodic reviews of campus climate and culture related to sexual misconduct.
Sarah Harebo currently serves as the Title IX Coordinator and Vice President of Equal Opportunity, Accessibility, and Title IX.
Any student, faculty, or staff member, as well as participant in any Dartmouth-sponsored activity, who has concerns related to Title IX is encouraged to reach out to the Title IX Coordinator or any member of the EOATIX office.
Title IX FAQs
Syllabus Statement
At Dartmouth, we value integrity, responsibility, and respect for the rights and interests of others, all central to our Principles of Community. We are dedicated to establishing and maintaining a safe and inclusive campus where all community members have equal access to Dartmouth's educational and employment opportunities. We strive to promote an environment of sexual respect, safety, and well-being. Through the Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Policy (SMP), Dartmouth demonstrates that sex and gender-based discrimination, sex and gender-based harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, etc., are not tolerated in our community.
For more information regarding Title IX and to access helpful resources, visit eoatix.dartmouth.edu. As a faculty member, I am required to share disclosures of sexual or gender-based misconduct with the Office of Equal Opportunity, Accessibility, and Title IX (EOATIX).
If you have any questions or want to explore options for support and assistance, please contact the EOATIX office at 603-646-0922 or equal.opportunity.accessibility.and.title.ix@dartmouth.edu. Speaking to the EOATIX office does not automatically initiate a college resolution. Instead, much of their work is centered around providing supportive measures to ensure you can continue to engage in Dartmouth's programs and activities.