Party Rights and Resources for Responding to Sexual Misconduct

Definition of Sexual Misconduct

Roosevelt University prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct committed against Roosevelt community members of any gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Sexual-orientation based harassment and gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of sexual nature are also included under this directive. Retaliation against anyone who files a complaint under this policy is also prohibited.

The definition of “sexual misconduct” at Roosevelt University includes:

• Sexual Harassment
• Sexual Assault
• Sexual Exploitation
• Stalking
• Domestic Violence
• Dating and Relationship Violence

All of these behaviors are defined in full in the Sexual Misconduct Policy. The policy also outlines the administrative investigatory process followed after the university receives a complaint.

General Rights

• All individuals participating or seeking to participate in RU’s educational program or activity,  have the right to report a case of sexual misconduct committed by another member of the community or someone outside the community, if the misconduct occurred on property that the university owns or has substantial control over, and the act(s) of misconduct occurred within the United States. To report an act of sexual misconduct, fill out the online Title IX reporting form.
• RU community members do not have to report an act of sexual misconduct to the police if they do not wish to do so.  An RU community member may draw upon the Roosevelt University policy and/or resources whether or not they make a police report.
• Any information disclosed to a Counseling Center staff person or a Confidential Advisor is considered privileged information. Thus, the information will not be disclosed to the University unless the party requests it.

Individual Rights During the Investigative Process

Reports of all sexual misconduct are reported to the Title IX Coordinator for investigation if it satisfies the elements of a formal complaint, regardless if the reporting party chooses to pursue criminal charges. If a formal complaint is submitted, the university will provide a prompt, fair and impartial investigation and resolution process. Throughout this process both the reporting and responding party have the following rights:

• Each party has the right to request supportive measures once a report of sexual misconduct is submitted. Those measures include, but are not limited to a right to change academic, living, transportation, or work situations; those measures may be implement and must not create an undue burden to either party.
• The name and other identifying details of the parties involved (reporting and responding party) will be kept private; only a limited number of University staff who need to know party identities will be aware of the investigation.
• Each party involved may request to meet with and speak to the Title IX Coordinator.
• Each party has a right to request a “no contact order” via the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Title IX Coordinator.
• Both parties have the option to be advised by an advisor of their choice.
• Each party will simultaneously receive written notification of the outcome of the investigation.
• Both parties have the ability to appeal an outcome based on the criteria provided in Roosevelt University’s Sexual Misconduct Policy.

UNIVERSITY RESOURCES

WHAT TO DO…

What should you do if you have been a victim of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking? Guidance and answers to this question can be found on Roosevelt University’s Title IX webpage.

TITLE IX STAFF

If you have questions regarding the policy or would like more information beyond what is listed in this document, you are free to contact the Title IX Staff. They also work with individuals on all request for interim measures such as housing accommodations, no contact orders, and academic support.

• Jamar Orr, Dean of Students       

CONFIDENTIAL ADVISORS

• LaDonna Long

Roosevelt University’s Confidential Advisor provides emergency and ongoing support to Roosevelt University students, staff, and faculty who are survivors of sexual violence.  If a survivor of sexual violence wishes to enlist the support of a confidential advisor, the survivor must initiate services by reaching out to the advisor at the above listed number(s). Confidential advisors provide confidential services to and have privileged, confidential communications with survivors. They are not obligated to report to the University.  Available 24 hours per day, Confidential Advisors:

• Assist survivors by providing reporting options and outlining possible outcomes;
• Shares resources and services that exist on and off campus;
• Explains survivors’ of their rights and the University’s responsibilities regarding orders of protection and no contact orders;
• Helps the survivor understand the sexual misconduct investigatory process; and
• Upon the survivor’s request, the Confidential Advisor is able to liaise with campus officials, community-based sexual assault crisis centers, and local law enforcement, as well as assist with securing interim protective measures and accommodations for the survivor.

COUNSELING CENTER

The Roosevelt University Counseling Center offers a number of comprehensive clinical services including but not limited to individual, couples and group counseling to students currently enrolled at Roosevelt University Individual students can work with a counselor to explore their concerns and work toward a better understanding and resolution of their difficulties. Individual counseling sessions generally last 45-50 minutes and are usually held once a week, but can be held more or less often when appropriate. Services provided by staff psychologists are confidential and private.

• Chicago Campus: Auditorium Building Rm 470, (312)341-3538
• Schaumburg Campus: Rm 114, (312)341-3548

COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCE LIST (on and off campus)

National resources:

• Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline (888) 293-2080
• National Domestic Violence Hotline (800) 799-7233
• Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (800) 656-4673
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-8255
• AIDS Hotline (Illinois) (800) 243-2437
• All-Options Pregnancy Talkline (888) 493-0092

Other resources available to persons who report being the victim of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking, include:

• Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network
• Department of Justice
• Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights