[{"command":"insert","method":"replaceWith","selector":"#div_procedure","data":"\u003Cdiv id=\u0022div_procedure\u0022\u003E\n \u003Ch3\u003EInterim Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct and Stalking Guidelines and Procedures\u003C\/h3\u003E\n \u003Ctable class=\u0022table-responsive\u0022\u003E\n \u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EProcedure\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\n \u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd\u003E\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EIntroductory Information\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe following sections provide guidelines, as well as the processes NMU will follow when the University receives notice and\/or a Formal Complaint that an NMU Community Member has engaged in Prohibited Conduct as defined in this Policy.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU takes complaints of Prohibited Conduct seriously, follows the law and operates with the presumption that the Respondent is not responsible for the reported misconduct unless and until the Respondent is determined to be responsible for a policy violation by the applicable standard of proof.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENothing in the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct and Stalking Policy or Procedures is intended to limit constitutionally protected First Amendment rights, Due Process rights of the 5th and 14th Amendments, or restrict any other Constitutional rights.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFirst Amendment free speech rights protect speech on matters of public interest.\u0026nbsp; They do not protect illegal activity, Prohibited Conduct, destruction of property, or material and substantial disruption of classes or campus activities.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EAmnesty for Good Faith Reporting\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU will not pursue disciplinary action against students (Complainants or witnesses) for disclosure of personal consumption of alcohol or other drugs (underage or illegal) where the disclosure is made in connection with a good faith report or investigation of Prohibited Conduct.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThis Amnesty for Good Faith reporting does not apply to a Respondent causing or attempting to cause the incapacitation of another person (through alcohol, drugs, or any other means) for the purpose of compromising that person\u0026rsquo;s ability to give consent to sexual activity, or for the purpose of making that person vulnerable to non-consensual sexual activity.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EObligation to Provide Truthful Information\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU Community Members are expected to provide truthful information in any report or proceeding under this Policy.\u0026nbsp; Submitting or providing false or misleading information in bad faith or with a view for personal gain or intentional harm to another in connection with an incident of Prohibited Conduct is prohibited and subject to disciplinary sanctions under the Student Code of Conduct or appropriate employee disciplinary action.\u0026nbsp; This provision does not apply to reports made or information provided in good faith, even if the facts alleged in the report are not later substantiated.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EWithdrawals, Resignations, and Graduation\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIf a student Respondent withdraws or is no longer enrolled with NMU before a Complaint\/Grievance Process is initiated, NMU will stop the Complaint\/Grievance Process until the Respondent initiates re-enrollment.\u0026nbsp; If a student Respondent is no longer enrolled with NMU prior to the final conclusion of a Complaint\/Grievance Process already initiated, NMU will continue those processes, to the extent it is able, whether or not the Respondent elects to continue participation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERegardless of whether an NMU employee is currently employed, NMU will investigate to the best of their ability.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EConsent, Incapacitation, and Sexual Coercion\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nConsent\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThese procedures and guidelines define consent as the voluntary, informed, and freely given agreement, through words and\/or actions, to participate in mutually agreed-upon sexual acts. Consensual sexual activity happens when each partner willingly and affirmatively chooses to participate in each sexual act.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn evaluating whether consent has been freely given, NMU will consider the presence of any force, threat of force, or coercion; whether the Complainant had the capacity to give consent; and, whether the communication (through words and\/or actions) between the Parties would be interpreted by a reasonable person as a willingness to engage in a particular sexual act.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EConsent cannot be gained by force or coercion or by taking advantage of another person\u0026rsquo;s incapacitation. Force is the use or threat of physical violence or intimidation to overcome an individual\u0026rsquo;s freedom of will to choose whether or not to participate in sexual activity. Coercion is conduct, including intimidation and\/or expressed or implied threats of immediate or future physical or other harm to the Complainant or others, that would reasonably place an individual in fear and that is employed to compel someone to engage in sexual activity.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EImportant points regarding consent include:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EA person who initiates a specific activity is responsible for obtaining consent for that activity.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EConsent to engage in one sexual activity is not consent to engage in a different sexual activity or to engage in the same sexual activity on a later occasion.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EConsent can be withdrawn or modified at any time, and sexual contact must cease immediately once consent is withdrawn.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EConsent cannot be inferred from silence, passivity, or lack of resistance; relying solely upon non-verbal communication can lead to a false conclusion about whether consent was sought or given.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EConsent is not to be inferred from an existing or previous dating or sexual relationship. Even in the context of a relationship, there must be mutual consent to engage in any sexual activity.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EConsent to engage in sexual activity with one person is not consent to engage in sexual activity with any other person.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EUnder Michigan law, individuals younger than 16 years of age are legally incapable of giving consent to sexual activity.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EUnder Michigan law, individuals older than 16 years of age may not be legally capable to give consent if there is a special relationship.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIncapacitation\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIncapacitation (Incapacitated) means a person\u0026rsquo;s inability, temporarily or permanently, to communicate a willingness to participate in an activity (e.g., sexual contact or sexual penetration) because of mental or physical helplessness, sleep, unconsciousness, or other lack of awareness that the activity is taking place.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIncapacitation can be voluntary or involuntary.\u0026nbsp; Signs of incapacitation may include, without limitation:\u0026nbsp; sleep; total or intermittent unconsciousness; lack of control over physical movements (e.g., inability to dress\/undress without assistance; inability to walk without assistance); lack of awareness; vomiting; incontinence; unresponsiveness; and inability to communicate coherently.\u0026nbsp; Incapacitation is an individualized determination based on the totality of the circumstances.\u0026nbsp; Alcohol and drugs may be causes of incapacitation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn evaluating consent where the question of incapacitation is at issue, NMU considers two questions: (1) did the person initiating sexual activity know that the other Party was incapacitated, and if not, (2) should a reasonable person, in the same situation, have known that the other Party was incapacitated? If the answer to either question is yes, then there has not been consent.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOne should be cautious before engaging in sexual activity when either Party has been drinking alcohol or using other drugs. The use of alcohol or other drugs can lower inhibitions and create an atmosphere of confusion about whether consent is effectively sought and freely given. If there is any doubt as to the level or extent of one\u0026rsquo;s own or the other individual\u0026rsquo;s intoxication or incapacitation, the safest course of action is to forgo or cease any sexual contact.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSexual Coercion\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSexual coercion is the use of an unreasonable amount of pressure to gain access to sexual acts.\u0026nbsp; Sexual coercion is more than an effort to invite, entice, or attract another person to have sex. When a person does not consent to a particular form of sexual contact, sexual interaction, or sexual intercourse, continued pressure can be coercive.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn evaluating whether coercion was used, NMU will consider: (i) the frequency of the application of the pressure, (ii) the intensity of the pressure, (iii) the degree of isolation of the person being pressured, and (iv) the duration of the pressure.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EResources - On and Off-Campus\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe following resources are available to assist Parties in relationship violence, sexual misconduct, and\/or stalking matters as well as to friends and family members who want to report relationship violence, sexual misconduct, and\/or stalking.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nOn-Campus Resources\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003ENMU Police Department (Open 24 hours a day)\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 227-2151\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nEmergency:\u0026nbsp; 911\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n100 Services Building\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003ETitle IX Coordinator\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 227-2420\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n105 Cohodas Hall\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EDean of Students Office (DSO)\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906)-227-1700\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n2001 Hedgcock\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003ECounseling and Consultation Services\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 227-2980\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n3405 Hedgcock\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003ENMU Health Center\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906)-227-2355\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nGries Hall-Ground Floor\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EHousing and Residence Life\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906)-227-2620\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n3502 Hedgcock\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nOff-Campus Resources\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cem\u003EWomen\u0026rsquo;s Center\u003C\/em\u003E (note:\u0026nbsp; Women\u0026rsquo;s Center provides services to all people of all genders and gender identities)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nEmergency Hotline 24\/7\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 226-6611\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(800) 455-6611\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nGeneral Information\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 225-1346\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EHarbor House\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n24\/7 crisis line\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 226-6611\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(800) 455-6611\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EEmployee Assistance Program (for NMU Employees)\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nCall NorthStar to schedule an appointment:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-225-3145\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nnorthsareap.com\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EUP Health Systems - Marquette\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 228-9440\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n850 W. Baraga Avenue\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette, MI 49855\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EUP Health Systems \u0026ndash; Bell (Ishpeming\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003E)\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 486-4431\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n901 Lakeshore Drive\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIshpeming, MI 49849\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EPathways\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(906) 225-1181\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(888) 728-4929\u0026nbsp; 24\/7 Hotline\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n200 West Spring Street\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette, MI 49855\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003ENational Sexual Assault Hotline\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nhttp:\/\/www.rainn.org\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n1-800-656-4673 (24\/7)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EImportant Information about Medical Care and Preserving Evidence\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIt is required by law that NMU emphasize the importance of preserving evidence after sexual misconduct and\/or relationship violence occurs.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU encourages all individuals who experienced sexual misconduct and\/or relationship violence to seek immediate assistance from a medical provider for emergency services, including treatment of any injury, and to collect and preserve physical and other forms of evidence.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESeeking medical attention helps preserve the full range of options, including the options of working through NMU\u0026rsquo;s Complaint\/Grievance Process and\/or filing criminal complaints.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ERegardless of whether an incident of relationship violence, sexual misconduct, and\/or stalking is reported to the police or NMU, it is important for an individual who has experienced relationship violence, sexual misconduct, and\/or stalking to preserve evidence to the greatest extent possible to preserve all legal options. This may include other kinds of evidence, such as text messages, e-mail, social media postings, pictures and video.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSexual Assault Medical Forensic Examination and Preserving Evidence\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU encourages victims of relationship violence and\/or sexual misconduct to have a medical examination. NMU Police Department may provide transportation to the examination if requested. Even if an individual has not been physically hurt, a timely medical examination is recommended so that forensic evidence can be collected and preserved. An individual may choose to allow the collection of evidence by medical personnel even if they choose not to make a report to the police.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA sexual assault medical forensic examination typically includes a medical history, a physical examination, treatment for injury, and prophylactic treatment for pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections (STIs). In Marquette, sexual assault forensic exams can be coordinated through UP Health Systems - Marquette, (906) 228-9440; Women\u0026rsquo;s Center\/Harbor House (906) 225-1346; Hotline: (800) 455-6611; http:\/\/www.wcmqt.org\/ or by calling the National Sexual Assault Hotline at (800) 656-4673.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn order to best preserve forensic evidence, it is suggested that an individual not shower, bathe, douche, smoke, or change clothes or bedding before seeking medical attention, and that medical attention be sought as soon as possible. If the individual decides to change clothes, they can bring them unwashed to the hospital or medical facility in a paper bag.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn Michigan, sexual assault victims have the right to receive a no-cost medical forensic examination and have evidence collected, even if they do not want to participate in the criminal justice process. Health facilities must offer the examination and evidence collection to any person who states they have been assaulted within the previous 120 hours (5 days). If an individual chooses, forensic evidence is also collected through the use of a sexual assault evidence kit. Sexual assault medical forensic examinations are typically performed by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner. Patients cannot be billed for evidence collection and the accompanying medical forensic examination.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EWhere and to Whom to Report\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU strongly encourages prompt reporting to NMU of conduct that may violate the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct, and Stalking Policy. Any individual (including a student, employee, visitor, guest, or other third party), not just the Complainant, may make a report. An individual may choose to report to law enforcement, a NMU Campus Reporter and\/or Official with Authority (University), to both law enforcement and the University, or to make no report at all.\u0026nbsp; Individuals are encouraged to make reports to the police jurisdiction where the violation occurred. NMU Police Department may provide information of police jurisdictions if needed.\u0026nbsp; Support and resources are available, upon request, regardless of the chosen reporting option.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU recognizes that deciding among these options can be difficult and is an intensely personal decision. A Complainant has many options to make a report under the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct, and Stalking Policy, including seeking counseling or assistance from a confidential resource and\/or making a report to law enforcement.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ETo File a University Complaint\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nReports of Prohibited Conduct can be made to NMU through a number of Campus Reporters and\/or Officials with Authority, including the offices listed below.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIf you have a police or medical emergency, call 911.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003EOn Campus\u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU Police Department\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n100 Services Building\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-226-2151\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n105 Cohodas Hall\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-227-2420\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU Dean of Students Office\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n2001 Hedgcock\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-227-1700\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU Housing and Residence Life (including resident directors and resident Advisers)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n3502 Hedgcock\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-227-2620\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cem\u003ETo any Campus Reporter \u003C\/em\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nCampus Reporters include all NMU employees who, as a requirement of this Policy, must immediately report any information they learn about suspected Prohibited Conduct to an Official with Authority (OWA), which are the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Failure by a Campus Reporter to timely report suspected Prohibited Conduct may subject them to appropriate discipline, up to and including removal from their position.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA Campus Reporter includes any employee, including student employees, who have a duty to report to an Official with Authority (OWA) Prohibited Conduct covered by NMU Policy.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ECampus Reporters are required by NMU Policy to immediately disclose all reported details of the incident (date, time, and location), the names of the Parties involved, and a brief description of the incident to the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Campus Reporters will safeguard an individual\u0026rsquo;s privacy and only share information with a small circle of individuals who are directly involved in the resolution of a report under the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct and Dating Violence Policy. This connects a Complainant to information and resources and enables NMU to take appropriate action to eliminate, prevent and address any Prohibited Conduct that may exist.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EOfficial with Authority (OWA) is an employee of NMU explicitly vested with the responsibility to implement corrective measures for Prohibited Conduct on behalf of NMU. The designated Officials with Authority are the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTo File a Criminal Complaint\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nReports of Prohibited Conduct that may constitute a violation of the criminal laws can also be made to law enforcement; make reports to the police jurisdiction where the violation occurred.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nEmergency - 911\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU Police Department\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n100 Services Building\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette, MI 49855\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-226-2151\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette City Police Department\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n300 W. Baraga Avenue\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette, MI 49855\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-228-0400\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette County Sheriff\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n236 W. Baraga Avenue\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMarquette, MI 49855\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n906-228-8435\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNationwide Police Contact Information\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/policelocator.com\u0022\u003Epolicelocator.com\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIf an individual files a report with the NMU Police Department, that information is shared with the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Title IX Coordinator.\u0026nbsp; However, action taken through the NMU Police Department and\/or NMU are separate.\u0026nbsp; Support and resources are available, regardless of the chosen reporting path.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nFormal Complaint\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nA complaint may be filed with the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator in person, by mail, or by electronic mail, by using the contact information listed in the Relationship Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking Policy.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf notice of a complaint is submitted in a form that does not meet the standard of a Formal Complaint, the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator will contact the Complainant to ensure that it is filed correctly. A Formal Complaint means a document filed\/signed (physical or digital signature or otherwise indicates that the Complainant is the person filing the complaint) by the Complainant.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Complainant may initiate a Formal Complaint at any time during or after an initial Report by contacting the Title IX Coordinator and submitting the Complaint in writing.\u0026nbsp; A parent or legal guardian may file a Formal Complaint on behalf of their minor dependent with a disability.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA Formal Complaint may also be signed by the Title IX Coordinator alleging a policy violation by a Respondent and requesting that NMU investigate the allegation(s).\u0026nbsp; In doing so, the Title IX Coordinator does not become a Complainant or a Party for the case.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTimeframes for Reporting\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThere is no time limit for reporting Prohibited Conduct, however, all individuals are encouraged to report as soon as possible in order to maximize NMU\u0026rsquo;s ability to respond promptly and effectively.\u0026nbsp; If the Respondent is not a member of the NMU Community at the time of the report, NMU will still provide Supportive Measures to the Complainant; however, its ability to investigate and\/or take action may be limited.\u0026nbsp; NMU will assist a Complainant in identifying external reporting options, if\/when requested.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf a Complainant chooses not to file a Formal Complaint at the time of the Report, they may file a Formal Complaint at a later date.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf a Complainant decides to withdraw a Formal Complaint, they may later request to reinstate it or refile it.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComplainant Requests for Confidentiality\/No Investigation\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIf a Complainant does not wish for their name or other identifiable information to be shared with the Respondent, does not wish for an investigation to take place, or does not want a Formal Complaint to be pursued, they may make such a request to the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator, who will evaluate that request in light of the duty to ensure the safety of the campus and to comply with state or federal law. NMU will also remain true to principles of fundamental fairness that require notice and an opportunity to respond.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn assessing threats, NMU may consult with appropriate offices, which may include the Campus Assessment Team, and may consider the following in evaluating a Complainant\u0026rsquo;s request for confidentiality, that no investigation occur, or that no formal action be taken:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe nature and scope of the alleged conduct, including whether the reported Prohibited Conduct involves the use of a weapon;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe Complainant\u0026rsquo;s wish not to pursue disciplinary action;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe respective ages and roles of the Complainant and Respondent;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ethe risk posed to any individual or to the campus community by not proceeding, including the risk of additional violence;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ewhether there have been other reports of misconduct by the Respondent;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ewhether the Respondent threatened further sexual violence or other violence against the Complainant or others;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ewhether the report reveals a pattern of Prohibited Conduct (e.g., via illicit use of drugs or alcohol) at a given location or by a particular group such that there is an increased risk of future acts of sexual violence under similar circumstances;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Ewhether NMU possesses other means to obtain relevant evidence (e.g., security cameras, personnel, or physical evidence);\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003Econsiderations of fundamental fairness and due process with respect to the Respondent should the course of action include disciplinary action against the Respondent; and\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ENMU\u0026rsquo;s obligation to provide a safe and non-discriminatory environment.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere NMU determines that action should be taken that is inconsistent with a Complainant\u0026rsquo;s request not to proceed, the Title IX Coordinator, Deputy Title IX Coordinator or their designee will inform the Complainant about NMU\u0026rsquo;s chosen course of action. As part of providing Supportive Measures, NMU may pursue steps to limit the effects of the alleged Prohibited Conduct and prevent its recurrence in ways that do not involve disciplinary action against a Respondent or disclosing the identity of the Complainant. NMU may be compelled to act on alleged employee misconduct irrespective of a Complainant\u0026rsquo;s wishes.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the Complainant elects to take no action, they can change that decision if they decide to pursue a Formal Complaint at a later date. Upon making a Formal Complaint, a Complainant has the right, and can expect, to have allegations taken seriously by NMU, and to have the incidents investigated and resolved through these procedures.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ESupportive Provisions\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSupportive Measures\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU offers non-disciplinary, non-punitive individualized services as appropriate, as reasonably available, and without fee or charge to the Complainant and\/or the Respondent upon notice of alleged Prohibited Conduct.\u0026nbsp; Such measures are designed to restore or preserve equal access to the university\u0026rsquo;s education program or activity without unreasonably burdening the other Party, including measures designed to protect the safety of all Parties or the university\u0026rsquo;s educational environment, and deter Prohibited Conduct.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESupportive measures may include referral to other departments such as Counseling and Consultation Services or the Health Center, or referral to the Employee Assistance Program, modifications of work, Safe Walk Program, mutual restrictions on contact between the Complainant and Respondent, changes in work or housing locations, work leaves of absence, increased security and monitoring of certain areas of the campus, and other similar measures.\u0026nbsp; The Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator may also assist, in coordination with faculty, in other supportive measures that may include adjustment to class schedules, extensions of deadlines or other course-related adjustments, and student leave of absence.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU will maintain the privacy of the supportive measures, provided that privacy does not impair NMU\u0026rsquo;s ability to provide the supportive measures. NMU will act to ensure as minimal of an academic impact on the Parties as possible. NMU will implement measures in a way that does not unreasonably burden the other Party.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Title IX Coordinator and\/or Deputy Title IX Coordinator promptly makes supportive measures available to the Complainant and\/or Respondent, when\u0026nbsp; appropriate, upon receiving notice of Prohibited Conduct. Supportive measures may be offered as the result of such disclosures without formal NMU action.\u0026nbsp; At the time that supportive measures are offered, NMU will inform the Complainant, in writing (via email), that they may file a Formal Complaint with NMU either at that time or in the future, if they have not done so already. The Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the implementation of supportive measures.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EViolations of no contact orders will be referred to appropriate student or employee conduct processes for enforcement.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhile evaluating the need for Supportive Measures, the University may consider whether Emergency Removal of the Respondent is necessary.\u0026nbsp; After conducting an individualized safety and risk analysis, the University may remove a Respondent from a University program or activity on an emergency basis, if it is determined that a Respondent poses an immediate threat to the physical health or safety of any individual arising from the allegations of Prohibited Conduct that justifies removal.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe emergency removal will remain in place pending the results of an investigation or until the threat to health or safety has passed.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the University institutes an emergency removal (temporary suspension), the Respondent will receive notice and an opportunity to challenge the decision. For students, emergency removal follows the provisions and process set forth in the NMU Student Code of Conduct (see NMU Student Code, Temporary Suspension).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe University may place an employee on Administrative Leave when circumstances suggest the presence of the Respondent would significantly hinder the investigation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSupport Person and\/or Adviser\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nComplainant(s) and Respondent(s) may each have a support person and\/or Adviser of their choice present at any meeting related to a report of Prohibited Conduct.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EDuring investigative meetings, the Adviser and\/or Support Person are both silent and non-participating entities who are there solely to observe and provide support. The Parties are expected to ask and respond to questions on their own behalf throughout the investigation phase of the resolution process. Either Party or their Adviser and\/or Support Person may request a short break during the investigative meetings to confer privately.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIf the case proceeds to a hearing, the Adviser is then responsible for asking cross examination questions on behalf of their Party. The Adviser cannot make opening or closing statements, object to questions, ask questions of their own, or engage in advocacy other than to ask questions on behalf of their Party. An Adviser is required at a hearing; if a Party does not have an Adviser at the hearing, the University will provide one at no charge.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAn Adviser may be an attorney. Advisers should make themselves available for meetings throughout the process when requested by their Party to attend. NMU will communicate directly with the Party.\u0026nbsp; If the Party requests communication directly with the adviser, the determination will be made at the discretion of the Title IX Coordinator.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Adviser and\/or Support Person will be required to abide by the University\u0026rsquo;s policies and procedures, privacy protections and expected rules of participation. Neither the Adviser nor the Support Person may be a fact witness or otherwise have any conflicting role in the Complaint\/Grievance Process. The University shall determine what constitutes appropriate behavior on the part of a support person and Adviser.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAny Adviser who oversteps their role as defined will be warned. If the Adviser continues to disrupt or otherwise fails to respect the limits of the Adviser role, the meeting will be ended, or other appropriate measures implemented. Subsequently, the Title IX Coordinator or designee will determine how to address the Adviser\u0026rsquo;s non-compliance and future role.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAdvisers are expected to maintain the privacy of the records shared with them. These records may not be shared with third parties, disclosed publicly, or used for purposes not explicitly authorized by NMU. NMU may seek to restrict the role of any Adviser who does not respect the sensitive nature of the process or who fails to abide by NMU\u0026rsquo;s privacy expectations.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU may also make reasonable provisions to allow an Adviser who cannot attend in person to attend a meeting by telephone, video conferencing, or other similar technologies as may be convenient and available.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Parties are expected to provide immediate notice to the Title IX Coordinator or designee if they change Advisers at any time.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EComplaint\/Grievance Process\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nWhen responding to a Report of Prohibited Conduct, NMU will undertake a Complaint\/Grievance Process.\u0026nbsp; The Complaint\/Grievance Process will include; assessment (including Supportive Measures or emergency removal); formal resolution (investigation, hearing (for Complaint\/Grievance Process A only), finding, appeal of outcome, sanction, appeal of sanction).\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe Complaint\/Grievance Process will ensure the following basic rights for all participants:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EEquitable treatment of all Parties\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESupportive Measures offered to both Parties\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EObjective evaluation of evidence\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ENo NMU conflicts of interest or bias by investigations or any Decision Makers involved in the process.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPresumption of \u0026ldquo;not responsible\u0026rdquo; for Respondent\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EReasonably prompt timeframes for all steps in the process, including disciplinary sanctions\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPreponderance of Evidence standard used in all cases\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EAppeal provided to both Parties\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU will support and assist any Complainant or Respondent in understanding how to navigate the Grievance\u0026nbsp; Process and Procedures. Upon receipt of a Formal Complaint, NMU will conduct a Title IX Assessment to determine the applicable process for review and investigation.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EComplaint\/Grievance Process A applies to qualifying allegations of both Title IX involving employees or students.\u0026nbsp; Complaint\/Grievance Process A also applies to any Prohibited Conduct involving students. \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.nmu.edu\/Webb\/MiscUploads\/Policies\/641505001597846937\/Appendix%20A.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EComplaint\/Grievance Process A Procedures (Appendix A)\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EComplaint\/Grievance Process B applies to employees of the University with qualifying allegations of only non-Title IX Prohibited Conduct.\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/www.nmu.edu\/Webb\/MiscUploads\/Policies\/643517001597846937\/Appendix%20C.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EComplaint\/Grievance Process B Procedures (Appendix B)\u003C\/a\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EUnionized\/other categorized employees are subject to the terms of their agreements\/employees\u0026rsquo; rights to the extent those agreements do not conflict with federal or state compliance obligations.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAll efforts will be made to complete the Complaint\/Grievance Process in a timely manner by balancing principles of thoroughness and fundamental fairness with promptness.\u0026nbsp; Complainants and Respondents will be provided periodic status updates on the progress of the investigation and resolution of all Formal Complaints and subsequent appeals.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU will determine responsibility for violation of this Policy by using the preponderance of evidence standard.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhere the Respondent is a third party, defined as any Party who is not a current NMU employee. NMU\u0026rsquo;s ability to take action may be limited.\u0026nbsp;\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.nmu.edu\/Webb\/MiscUploads\/Policies\/Appendix%20C.pdf\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003E Third Parties (Appendix C)\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ETITLE IX\u0026nbsp; and Prohibited Conduct \u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTitle IX\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTitle IX defines Sexual Harassment as conduct on the basis of sex that satisfies one or more of the following: (1) An employee of NMU conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, or service of NMU on an individual\u0026rsquo;s participation in unwelcome sexual conduct; (2) Unwelcome conduct determined by a reasonable person to be so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the NMU\u0026rsquo;s education program or activity; or (3) \u0026lsquo;\u0026lsquo;Sexual assault\u0026rsquo;\u0026rsquo; as defined in 20 U.S.C. 1092(f)(6)(A)(v), \u0026lsquo;\u0026lsquo;dating violence\u0026rsquo;\u0026rsquo; as defined in 34 U.S.C. 12291(a)(10), \u0026lsquo;\u0026lsquo;domestic violence\u0026rsquo;\u0026rsquo; as defined in 34 U.S.C. 12291(a)(8), or \u0026lsquo;\u0026lsquo;stalking\u0026rsquo;\u0026rsquo; as defined in 34 U.S.C. 12291(a)(30).\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EFor Title IX to apply, the incident must be reported while the Parties are all associated with the University (as current students or employees) and must have occurred on property owned or operated by the University, in the United States. Individuals who were subjected to Sexual Harassment that meets this definition and criteria under Title IX, and who believe the University\u0026rsquo;s response was deliberately indifferent and\/or failed to meet procedural requirements, have a right to contact the ED Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Additionally, Employees have a right to contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) regarding their rights under Title VII. See below, \u0026ldquo;ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, Contact Information for External Agencies.\u0026rdquo;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EProhibited Conduct\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe University\u0026rsquo;s definition of Prohibited Conduct is broader than the behavior covered solely by Title IX.\u0026nbsp; See Glossary of Terms for stalking, relationship violence (domestic violence, dating violence), sexual exploitation, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EAdditional Information\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nCoordination with Law Enforcement\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNMU encourages Complainants and Respondents to pursue their legal rights regarding criminal claims of Prohibited Conduct that may also violate federal or state law.\u0026nbsp; If requested, NMU will connect involved Parties with resources so they may file criminal reports and\/or cooperate with law enforcement agencies.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENMU\u0026rsquo;s Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct, and Stalking Policy, Procedures, definitions and burden of proof may differ from Michigan or federal criminal law.\u0026nbsp; Neither law enforcement\u0026rsquo;s determination of whether to prosecute a Respondent, nor the outcome of any criminal prosecution, determine whether a violation of this Policy has occurred.\u0026nbsp; Proceedings under this Policy may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following civil or criminal proceedings off campus.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt the request of law enforcement, NMU may defer its Complaint\/Grievance Process until after the initial stages of a criminal investigation.\u0026nbsp; If NMU delays for this reason, it will communicate with both Parties regarding Supportive Measures, rights, and procedural options under this Policy to assure safety and well-being during the criminal investigation.\u0026nbsp; NMU will promptly resume the Complaint\/Grievance Process under this Policy as soon as it is informed that law enforcement has completed its initial investigation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nPrevention Education\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNorthern Michigan University places a high priority on maintaining a safe and secure campus for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Members of the NMU community learn about campus security procedures and the prevention of crime through mandatory and optional training modules as well as programs presented across NMU.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENew employees and students are provided with the opportunity for relationship violence, sexual misconduct, and\/or stalking prevention and awareness information. NMU also uses internal and external resources to educate students and employees about harassment, sexual misconduct, relationship violence, safe and positive options for bystander intervention, as well as alcohol and drug awareness.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, NMU offices, such as the NMU Police Department, Intercollegiate Athletics and Recreational Services, and Housing and Residence Life, coordinate to offer programming to address important topics such as relationship violence, sexual misconduct, bystander intervention, and substance abuse awareness education.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIn addition, NMU follows all federal and state training requirements for all sexual misconduct, relationship violence and\/or stalking for reporting, investigations, resolutions, and appeals.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTraining Requirements\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nEvery person involved in the resolution of a Formal Complaint of Prohibited Conduct must complete all legally required training. These individuals include the Director of Equal Opportunity\/Title IX Coordinator and their designees, Deputy Title IX Coordinator, Investigators, Decision Maker, Appeal Committee Members, Conduct Administrators (designated Dean of Student staff, designated Human Resources staff, and the Provost for Academic Affairs and their designee), and designated NMU Police Department staff and Campus Reporters. The Title IX Office will post all training material on a University web page so it is accessible to the public.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nContact Information for External Complaints and Other Resources\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nConcerns about NMU\u0026rsquo;s application of Title IX, Title VII, the Clery Act, or Michigan\u0026rsquo;s Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act or any other applicable federal or state law may be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:titleix@nmu.edu\u0022\u003Etitleix@nmu.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or 906-227-2420; Clery Officer at \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:cleryofficer@nmu.edu\u0022\u003Ecleryofficer@nmu.edu\u003C\/a\u003E or 906-227-2150; or any of these external agencies:\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nUnited State Department of Education Clery Act Compliance Division\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:clery@ed.gov\u0022\u003Eclery@ed.gov\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(800) 421-3481)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nUnited States Department of Education Office for Civil Rights\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n400 Maryland Avenue, SW\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nWashington, D.C. 20202-1100\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nCustomer Service Hotline #: (800) 421-3481\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nFacsimile:\u0026nbsp; (202) 453-6012\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTDD#: (877) 521-2172\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nEmail: \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:OCR@ed.gov\u0022\u003EOCR@ed.gov\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nEqual Employment Opportunity Commission\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:info@eeoc.gov\u0022\u003Einfo@eeoc.gov\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n(800) 669-4000)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nMichigan Department of Civil Rights\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/\u0022\u003Ewww.michigan.gov\/\u003C\/a\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EGLOSSARY OF TERMS\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdviser\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAn individual chosen by a Complainant or Respondent or appointed by NMU.\u0026nbsp; The adviser\u0026rsquo;s role is to advise the Party.\u0026nbsp; The Adviser\u0026rsquo;s role in meetings is to advise their party privately.\u0026nbsp; The Adviser\u0026#39;s role in a hearing is limited to cross-examination of the other Party and witnesses only.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EBusiness Day\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nA day when NMU is open for business.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ECampus Reporters\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAll employees, except those specifically identified below, are designated as Campus Reporters, and must report, by Policy, incidents of Prohibited Conduct observed as well as incidents reported to them. Campus Reporters must report to an Official with Authority (OWA). At Northern, the OWA are the Title IX Coordinator and the Deputy Title IX Coordinator, who are assigned to implement corrective measures for Prohibited Conduct.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt Northern, employees of Counseling and Consultation Services and the NMU Health Center are designated as Confidential Resources. Confidential Resources will not typically be required to make a report to the OWA without the permission of the person reporting; specific exceptions are allowed by law and regulation, including but not limited to the protection of a minor child, protecting persons at high risk for violence, or to adhere to a court order.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EComplainant\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAn individual who is allegedly subjected to behavior that violates the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct and Stalking Policy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EConsent\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nConsent is the voluntary, informed, and freely given agreement, through words and\/or actions, to participate in mutually agreed-upon sexual acts. Consensual sexual activity happens when each partner willingly and affirmatively chooses to participate in each sexual act.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDating Violence\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nViolence, or threat of violence, by a person who has been in a romantic or intimate relationship with the Complainant.\u0026nbsp; Whether there was such a relationship will be gauged by the length, type, and frequency of interaction.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDomestic Violence and Intimate Partner Violence\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nA felony or misdemeanor crime of violence committed by a current or former spouse or intimate partner of the Complainant, by a person with whom the Complainant shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitation with the Complainant shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabited with the Complainant as a spouse, by a person similarly situated to a spouse of the Complainant under the domestic or family violence laws of the applicable jurisdiction, or by any other person against a Complainant who is protected from that person\u0026rsquo;s act under the domestic or family violence laws of the applicable jurisdiction.\u0026nbsp; To constitute Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence under this Policy, the relationship between the Respondent and the Complainant must be more than just two people living together as roommates.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDecision Maker\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nA person(s) authorized to determine whether a Respondent has violated the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct and Stalking Policy and to impose sanctions when it has been determined a violation has been committed.\u0026nbsp; This includes specially trained individuals to administer cases related to Prohibited Conduct.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EEducation Program or Activity\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nLocations, events, or circumstances where NMU exercises substantial control over both the Respondent and the context in which the sexual harassment or discrimination occurs and also includes any building owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by NMU.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EFinal Determination\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nA conclusion by preponderance of evidence that the alleged conduct occurred and whether it did or did not violate policy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EForce\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nForce is the use or threat of physical violence or intimidation to overcome an individual\u0026rsquo;s freedom of will to choose whether or not to participate in sexual activity.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EFormal Complaint\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nA document signed by a Complainant or signed by the Title IX Coordinator alleging Prohibited Conduct against a Respondent requesting that NMU investigate the allegation.\u0026nbsp; A complaint may be delivered to the Title IX Coordinator in person, by mail, or by electronic mail.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EComplaint\/Grievance Process\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe process that NMU uses to assess a report and resolve a Formal Complaint.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EIncapacitation\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIncapacitation (Incapacitated) means a person\u0026rsquo;s inability, temporarily or permanently, to communicate a willingness to participate in an activity (e.g., sexual contact or sexual penetration) because of mental or physical helplessness, sleep, unconsciousness, or other lack of awareness that the activity is taking place.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIncapacitation can be voluntary or involuntary.\u0026nbsp; Signs of Incapacitation may include, without limitation:\u0026nbsp; sleep; total or intermittent unconsciousness; lack of control over physical movements (e.g., inability to dress\/undress without assistance; inability to walk without assistance); lack of awareness; vomiting; incontinence; unresponsiveness; and inability to communicate coherently.\u0026nbsp; Incapacitation is an individualized determination based on the totality of the circumstances.\u0026nbsp; Alcohol and drugs may be causes of Incapacitation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EInvestigator\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe person or persons charged by NMU with gathering facts about an alleged violation of this Policy and compiling the information into an investigation report and file of directly related evidence.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ESexual Assault\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe following behaviors constitute sexual assault:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENon-Consensual Sexual Contact\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAny intentional touching of a person\u0026rsquo;s breasts, inner thighs, buttocks, groin, or genitals without consent. Touching may be over or under the clothing and may include the Respondent touching the Complainant or the Respondent making the Complainant touch the Respondent.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ENon-Consensual Sexual Penetration\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAny vaginal or anal intercourse, cunnilingus, fellatio, or any other intrusion, however slight, of any part of a person\u0026rsquo;s body or of any object into the genital or anal opening of another person\u0026rsquo;s body, without consent. Emission of semen is not required.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ENotice\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAn employee, student, or third-party informs the Title IX Coordinator or other Official with Authority of the alleged occurrence of Prohibited Conduct.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EOfficials with Authority\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nOfficials with Authority are the Title IX Coordinator and the Deputy Title IX Coordinator, who are assigned to implement corrective measures for Prohibited Conduct.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EParty(ies)\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nThe Complaint(s) or Respondent(s) in an investigation or action relating to a complaint of Prohibited Conduct.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EProhibited Conduct\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nProhibited Conduct is a term used to collectively refer to relationship violence, sexual misconduct (sexual assault, sexual exploitation, and sexual or gender-based harassment), and stalking. Prohibited Conduct can be committed by anyone, regardless of sex or gender, and can occur between people of the same or different gender.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003EReasonable Person\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nReasonable Person is a hypothetical person in society who exercises average care, skill, and judgment in conduct and who serves as a comparative standard for determining responsibility.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ERelationship Violence\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nRelationship Violence, also referred to as dating violence, domestic violence, or intimate partner violence, is any act (or threatened act) of violence or pattern of abusive behavior that one person uses against a current or former partner in a sexual, dating, spousal, domestic, or intimate relationship, to gain or maintain power and control over another.\u0026nbsp; Relationship violence may include any form of prohibited sexual misconduct under this Policy.\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe determination of whether any conduct constitutes relationship violence is whether the conduct is so severe, pervasive or persistent as to significantly interfere with an individual\u0026rsquo;s ability to learn and\/or work or cause substantial emotional distress, when judged both objectively (meaning that a \u0026ldquo;reasonable person\u0026rdquo; would find the behavior to be emotionally abusive) and subjectively (meaning the impacted individual felt the behavior was emotionally abusive.)\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ERemedy\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nPost-finding actions directed to the Complainant, Respondent and\/or the community as mechanisms to address safety, prevent recurrence, and restore access to NMU\u0026rsquo;s educational program.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ERespondent\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAn individual who has been reported to be the perpetrator of Prohibited Conduct that could constitute a violation of the Relationship Violence, Sexual Misconduct and Stalking Policy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ERetaliation\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nIt is a violation of the University\u0026rsquo;s \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/nmu.edu\/policies\/1103\u0022\u003ERetaliation Policy\u003C\/a\u003E to intimidate, discipline, discharge, or harass any individual who has in good faith reported misconduct or fraud, filed a complaint, instituted proceedings, assisted in an investigation or compliance review, or formally or informally objected to sexual misconduct and\/or discriminatory practices.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ESanction\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nConsequence(s) imposed by NMU on a Respondent who is found to have violated this Policy.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ESexual Coercion\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSexual coercion is the use of an unreasonable amount of pressure to gain access to sexual acts.\u0026nbsp; Sexual coercion is more than an effort to invite, entice, or attract another person to have sex. When a person does not consent to a particular form of sexual contact, sexual interaction, or sexual intercourse, continued pressure can be coercive.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cstrong\u003ESexual Exploitation\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nSexual exploitation is any act where one person takes sexual advantage without consent of another person but does not involve actual or attempted physical contact.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Sexual exploitation may include but is not limited to:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EObserving another individual\u0026#39;s nudity or sexual activity or allowing another to observe consensual sexual activity without the knowledge and consent of all Parties involved in a place where an individual would have a reasonable expectation of privacy, ;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ERecording, photographing, transmitting, showing, viewing, streaming, sharing or distributing intimate or sexual images, audio recordings, or sexual information without the knowledge and consent of all Parties involved, or threatening to do so; or\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ERecording or photographing private sexual activity and\/or a person\u0026rsquo;s intimate parts without the consent of all subjects or participants;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EExposing one\u0026#39;s genitals or inducing another to expose their own genitals in non-consensual circumstances.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EProstituting another person.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EEngaging in sexual activity with another person while knowingly infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), or a sexually-transmitted disease (STD), or infection (STI), without informing the other person of the infection.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECausing or attempting to cause the incapacitation of another person (through alcohol, drugs, or any other means) for the purpose of compromising that person\u0026rsquo;s ability to give consent to sexual activity, or for the purpose of making that person vulnerable to non-consensual sexual activity.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EForcing a person to take an action against that person\u0026rsquo;s will by threatening to show, post, or share information, video, audio, or an image that depicts the person\u0026rsquo;s nudity or sexual activity.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESexual or Gender-Based Harassment\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nAny unwelcome sexual advance, requests for sexual favors, or other unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature, whether verbal, non-verbal, graphic, or physical, when the conditions are outlined in (1), (2), or (3), below, are present.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGender-based harassment is harassment based on gender, gender identity, or gender expression, which may include acts of aggression, intimidation, or hostility, whether verbal, non-verbal, graphic, or physical, even if the acts do not involve conduct of a sexual nature, when the conditions outlined in (1), (2), or (3), below, are present.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESubmission to, or rejection of, such conduct is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual\u0026rsquo;s instruction, academic standing, employment, or participation in any University program, activity, or benefit, or activity (e.g.\u003Cem\u003E quid pro quo\u003C\/em\u003E).\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESubmission to, or rejection of, such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for evaluation in making academic or personnel decisions. (e.g. \u003Cem\u003Equid pro quo\u003C\/em\u003E)\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ESuch conduct creates a hostile environment.\u0026nbsp; A hostile environment exists when the conduct is sufficiently serious, persistent, or pervasive that it unreasonably interferes with, limits, or deprives an individual from participating in or benefiting from the University\u0026rsquo;s educational, employment, and\/or campus-residential experience when viewed through a subjective and objective standard.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ol\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWhether sexual harassment is sufficiently severe, persistent or pervasive to violate this Policy may depend on multiple factors.\u0026nbsp; In evaluating whether a hostile environment exists, the University will consider the totality of known circumstances.\u0026nbsp; Not all inappropriate or unwanted sexual conduct is sexual harassment.\u0026nbsp; Whether the unwanted sexual conduct rises to the level of creating a hostile environment will be determined using both a subjective and objective standard.\u0026nbsp; However, the person should not be discouraged from reporting unwelcomed sexual conduct simply because they are not certain whether it is severe, persistent or pervasive, or objectively offensive enough to constitute a policy violation.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nExamples of Sexual Harassment\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESome examples of prohibited sexual harassment include:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EDeliberate touching which does not contribute to or advance the work, service, or educational activity being conducted.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ERepeated brushing against or touching of another\u0026rsquo;s body, which does not contribute to or advance the work, service, or educational activity being conducted.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EPressure or demands for a date or for sexual activity with a subordinate by an individual in authority.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ERepeated requests for a date or for sexual activity.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EWritten\/electronic, verbal, pictorial, nonverbal, or actual displays of obscenity which do not contribute to or advance the work, service, or education activity being conducted.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStalking\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nStalking is a course of conduct (i.e., two or more acts) directed at a specific person which would cause a reasonable person under similar circumstances to experience substantial emotional distress, or to fear for their safety or the safety of a third person.\u0026nbsp; Acts that together constitute stalking may be direct actions or may be communicated by a third party, and can include, but are not limited to, threats of harm to self, others, or property; pursuing or following; non-consensual (unwanted) communications by any means; unwanted gifts; trespassing; and surveillance or other related types of observation.\u0026nbsp; Stalking also includes cyber-stalking through electronic media, like the internet, social networks, blogs, cell phones, texts, or other similar devices or forms of contact.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESupportive Measures\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nNon-disciplinary, non-punitive individualized services offered as appropriate, as reasonably available, and without fee or charge to the Complainant and\/or the Respondent upon notice of alleged relationship violence, sexual assault or stalking.\u0026nbsp; Such measures are designed to restore or preserve equal access to the university\u0026rsquo;s education program or activity without unreasonably burdening the other Party, including measures designed to protect the safety of all Parties or the university\u0026rsquo;s educational environment, and deter sexual harassment.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESupportive measures may include counseling, modifications of work, Safe Work Program, mutual restrictions on contact between the Parties, changes in work or housing locations, work leaves of absence, increased security and monitoring of certain areas of the campus, and other similar measures.\u0026nbsp; The Title IX Coordinator and\/or Deputy Title IX Coordinator may also assist, in coordination with faculty, in other supportive measures that may include adjustment to class schedules, extensions of deadlines or other course-related adjustments, and student leave of absence.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe institution must maintain as confidential any supportive measures provided to the Complainant or Respondent, to the extent that maintaining such confidentiality would not impair the ability of the institution to provide the supportive measures. The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the effective implementation of supportive measures.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EProcedures were approved by President Erickson on 8\/14\/2020.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EATIXA 2020 ONE POLICY, TWO PROCEDURES MODEL\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nUSE AND ADAPTATION OF THIS MODEL WITH CITATION TO ATIXA IS PERMITTED\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTHROUGH A LIMITED LICENSE\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nTO NORTHERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nALL OTHER RIGHTS RESERVED.\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\n\u0026copy;2020. ATIXA\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\u003C\/td\u003E\u003C\/tr\u003E\n \u003C\/table\u003E\n\u003C\/div\u003E","settings":null},{"command":"redirect","url":"#procedure_anchor"}]