Title IX Informal Resolution and Grievance Process

At Platt College, the following individuals serve as advisors, investigators, decision maker:

  • Advisor(s): Title IX Coordinator
  • Investigator(s): Dean of Nursing and/or Associate Dean of Nursing
  • Decision Maker(s): President and/or CFO

Informal Resolution

Formal Complaints Versus Reports of Sexual Harassment

A formal complaint is a document filed by a complainant or signed by the Title IX Coordinator alleging sexual harassment against a respondent and requesting that recipient investigate the allegation of sexual harassment.  Only individuals who are students, employees, and applicants many file a formal complaint.  The formal complaint must contain the complainant's signature (written or electronic).  Filing a formal complaint triggers the Title IX Coordinator's duty to initiate the grievance process. 

Training & Activities

Platt College understands that continuous and timely training is essential for the Title IX Coordinator and other pertinent individuals involved in upholding Title IX.

Responsibilities

Platt College's Responsibilities

  • Fairly, equitably, and immediately investigate all complaints
  • Protect the complainant
  • Ensure confidentiality
  • Take immediate and effective steps to resolve the situation equitably
  • End the violence
  • Determine strategies to prevent recurrence
  • Address the effects

Student and Employee Responsibilities

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