Title IX
Title IX
We all play a vital role in carrying out the University’s commitment to providing
a positive and safe learning, teaching and working environment for our community.”
~Ted Mitchell, M.D., Chancellor
Title IX & Campus Safety
TTUHSC is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning and working environment for all members of our community. If you have experienced sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, stalking, or other sex-based misconduct, support is available. You have options, and you are in control of what steps you choose to take.
Retaliation against anyone who reports concerns or participates in a Title IX process is strictly prohibited.
If you would like to speak to someone about filing a report, please contact us.
Take the Next Step >> Submit a Title IX Report
Submit a Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Report
Reporting Options
Reports may be submitted by students, employees, or third parties. To submit a report, please use the Online Incident Reporting Form. If you would like to speak to someone about completing this report form, please contact us. Learn more about mandatory reporting and read our statement of policy.
Completing this report does not substitute for filing a report with the police. To report an emergency, or if you are reporting an incident that poses an imminent risk of harm to a person(s) or property, dial 9-1-1.
Prohibited conduct includes:
- Sexual harassment
- Sexual assault
- Dating violence
- Domestic violence
- Stalking
- Sex-based discrimination
Supportive measures may include:
- Academic accommodation
- Adjustments to clinical placements
- No-contact directives
- Changes to work or class schedules
- Referrals to counseling or advocacy services
Supportive Measures
Supportive measures are available whether or not you choose to follow the process. There are individualized services designed to ensure safety and access to education and employment.
You do not have to go through the investigation process to request support.
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What Happens Once I Submit a Report?
When a report is submitted, the Title IX Office follows a structured review process to determine next steps.
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Reports are received by the Title IX Office and reviewed to determine whether the behavior described falls within Title IX policy.
- If the concern does not fall under Title IX, the report may be referred to the appropriate department for review.
- If the concern does not appear to involve a policy violation, the reporting party will be contacted and provided with appropriate resources and support options.
If the report falls within Title IX, the Title IX Office will reach out to the complainant (the individual who experienced the alleged conduct) to:
- Provide information about available supportive measures
- Explain reporting options
- Discuss the formal complaint process
Supportive measures may be offered regardless of whether a formal investigation is requested.
If the complainant chooses to proceed with a formal complaint:
- The complainant submits a written statement requesting the University to investigate.
- An investigator is assigned to the case.
The investigator will:
- Contact the complainant and respondent to collect statements.
- Gather relevant information
- Interview witnesses
- Review documentation and other available information
The investigator conducts a thorough and impartial review, preparing an investigative report.
After the investigation:
- For employee respondents: An appropriate administrator (such as a Dean or Supervisor) reviews the findings and determines whether a policy violation occurred and, if applicable, disciplinary action.
- For student respondents: A hearing panel reviews the findings and determines whether a policy violation occurred and, if applicable, sanctions.
- Investigations under Title IX are administrative proceedings and are not criminal investigations.
- The standard of proof is the preponderance of the evidence, meaning it is more likely than not that a policy violation occurred.
- Retaliation against individuals who report concerns or participate in the process is strictly prohibited.
Title IX Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Reports made to the Title IX Office are not confidential; however, information will be shared only with individuals who have a legitimate need to know to respond appropriately.
Confidential resources may include licensed counselors or designated confidential advocates. These individuals are not required to report information to the Title IX Office. To speak with a counselor in confidence regarding an incident, staff and faculty may contact the TTUHSC Employee Assistance Program, and students may contact the Program of Assistance for Students. Both can be reached at 806-743-1327.
If you wish, you may file an anonymous complaint; however, please note that anonymity in reporting may greatly limit TTUHSC's ability to address your concern.
The Title IX Office will reach out to provide information about supportive measures and explain available options, including the formal complaint process.
No. You are not required to participate in a formal investigation to receive supportive measures.
No. Title IX investigations are administrative proceedings. Individuals may also choose to pursue criminal charges through law enforcement.
Yes. Title IX protects students from discrimination based on pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, loss of pregnancy, recovery from related conditions, and parenting status.
Students may be eligible for medically necessary absences, extended deadlines, modified attendance policies, lactation space access, and other academic adjustments.
If you would like to speak to someone about completing this report form, please contact
the Title IX Coordinator, titleixcoordinator@ttuhsc.edu, at 806-743-9861.
Please note that submissions using this form may not be reviewed outside of normal
business hours.