Lorain County Community College

Sexual Resource Guide

The College shall practice no discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation, as those terms are defined in Ohio law, federal law, and Executive Orders issued by the Governor for the State of Ohio in providing educational programs and activities, or work opportunities.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Mr. Keith Brown, Lead Title IX Coordinator 1005 N Abbe Road Elyria, Ohio 44035 (440) 366-7692 [email protected] CC 209 D

Mr. Timothy Hess, Title IX Coordinator 1005 N Abbe Road Elyria, Ohio 44035 (440) 366-7571 [email protected] CC 209 C

To view the College’s Sexual Misconduct Policy (II-320) please visit https://www.lorainccc.edu/policies/sexual-misconduct/ Sexual Misconduct

Lorain County Community College is committed to a consistent effort in maintaining an environment free of sexual misconduct (any unwelcome behavior of a sexual nature that is committed without consent or by force, , coercion, or manipulation), and sex discrimination based on gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Sexual misconduct in any form will not be tolerated. In its goal to create an environment for all students, employees and visitors which is fair and free of coercion, the College makes this important information publicly available as the basis for community education and swift complaint resolution.

Sexual misconduct cannot and will not be tolerated at LCCC. Sexual misconduct is a form of discrimination in violation of College policy and Title VII of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments and Section 4112 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Students, staff and visitors at Lorain County Community College have a right to an environment free of sexual misconduct, not only by persons in positions of power, but by any LCCC employee, student, third party or visitor. Sexual misconduct constitutes a serious threat to the free interaction and exchange necessary for educational and personal development. Sexual misconduct is not only a clear violation of College policy; it is a form of discrimination and is illegal.

Definitions

Actual Knowledge Notice of sexual or allegations of to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or any official of the College who has authority to institute corrective measures on behalf of the College.

Awareness Programs Campaigns, or initiatives that increase knowledge of the issues of , , dating violence and and share information and resources to prevent interpersonal violence and promote safety.

Bystander Intervention Options refers to safe and positive options that may be carried out by an individual or individuals to prevent harm or intervene in situations of potential harm when there is a risk of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Any campus community member that observes or is made aware of an incidence of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault is strongly encouraged to report the matter immediately to the Title IX Coordinator or to the Campus Security Office. Some other safe intervention options can include:

• Avoiding use of violence • Asking someone to contact Campus Security or call 9-1-1 • Being honest and direct when trying to diffuse the situation • Using appropriate and available means to immediately notify the College of the misconduct • Recruiting the assistance of others around you

Page 2 of 9 • Keeping yourself safe at all times

Coercion When a person intimidates, tricks, forces, or manipulates someone into engaging in sexual activity without the use of physical force. Perpetrators may also use threats of violence, blackmail, drugs, and/or alcohol to coerce someone into sexual activity.

Complainant An individual who is alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sexual harassment.

Consent Voluntary, positive agreement between participants to engage in specific sexual activity.

Dating Violence Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim. The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on consideration of the following factors: the length of the relationship; the type of relationship; and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved.

Domestic Violence A pattern of abusive behavior in any relationship that is used by one partner to gain or maintain power and control over another intimate partner. Domestic violence can be physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats of actions that influence another person. This includes any behaviors that intimidate, manipulate, humiliate, isolate, frighten, terrorize, coerce, threaten, blame, hurt, injure, or wound someone.

Formal Complaint A document filed by a complainant or signed by the Title IX Coordinator alleging sexual harassment against a respondent and requesting that the school investigate the allegation of sexual harassment.

Ongoing Prevention and Awareness Campaigns Campaigns that are sustained over time focusing on increasing awareness or understanding of topics relevant to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking prevention.

Primary Prevention Program Programming, initiatives and strategies intended to stop domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking before it occurs.

Rape Penetration, no matter how slight, of the or anus with any body part or object, or oral penetration by a sex organ of another person, without the consent of the victim.

Respondent An individual who has been reported to be the perpetrator of conduct that could constitute sexual harassment.

Retaliation exists when an individual harasses, intimidates, or takes other adverse actions against a person because of that person’s participation in an investigation of discrimination or sexual misconduct or their support of someone involved in an investigation of discrimination or sexual misconduct.

Page 3 of 9 Retaliatory actions include, but are not limited to, threats or actual violence against the person or that person’s property, adverse educational or employment consequences, ridicule, intimidation, , or ostracism.

Risk Reduction Approaches that seek to mitigate risk factors that may increase the likelihood of perpetration, victimization, or bystander inaction.

Sexual Harassment Conduct on the basis of sex that satisfies one or more of the following:

1. An employee of the College conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, or service on an individual’s participation in unwelcome sexual conduct;

2. Unwelcome conduct that a reasonable person would determine is so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to an educational program or activity; or

3. Sexual assault as defined by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (, fondling, , or , domestic violence, dating violence, stalking).

Sexual Harassment may occur when a person in a position of control or influence over a person's grades, academic career, or job uses authority and power to gain sexual advantages and threatens or punishes for refusal. Sexual harassment committed by any campus community member is a serious offense which could lead to dismissal from the college.

Sexual assault Any type of sexual contact or behavior that occurs without the explicit consent of the recipient.

Stalking A pattern of repeated and unwanted attention, harassment, contact, or any other course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to feel fear for his/her safety or for the safety of those around him/her or suffer substantial emotional distress.

Supportive Measures Individualized services reasonably available that are nonpunitive, non- disciplinary, and not unreasonably burdensome to the other party while designed to ensure equal educational access, protect safety, or deter sexual harassment.

If an individual is the victim of sexual misconduct he/she is strongly encouraged to report such incidents promptly to a Title IX Coordinator:

Keith Brown ([email protected]), located in the College Center (209D) or call 440-366-7692. Timothy Hess ([email protected]), located in the Collegen Center (209C) or call 440-366-7571.

College officials will help individuals obtain counseling and other appropriate services, and file a formal report.

Page 4 of 9 If an individual is the victim of a sexual assault, formal charges alleging sexual assault occurring on any campus may be lodged with the Campus Security office 440-366-4053 or 440-366-4444 (Emergency Line) which will make immediate contact with the local law enforcement agency in order to ensure a prompt and thorough response and investigation of the occurrence.

Should any individual wish to confidentially discuss a sexual misconduct allegation, he or she may go directly to the Advocacy and Resource Center or contact 440-366-4ARC. Crisis Counselors are licensed mental health professionals and most conversations had with them are considered privileged and confidential communications. In most cases, they are not required to disclose any personally identifiable information about the complainant to College officials.

Should any individual wish to file a formal sexual misconduct complaint, the party may do so in person, by mail, by telephone, or by e-mail, using the contact information listed above for one of the Title IX Coordinators. Complaints can also be submitted online by using the link www.lorainccc.edu/report. In exigent circumstances, the Title IX Coordinator may submit a formal complaint against a respondent.

Should any individual not wish to file a formal complaint, supportive measures will be offered along with the option to file a complaint at a later date.

What to do if You Are Sexually Assaulted

In the case of a sexual assault, it is extremely important that physical evidence be preserved.

• Find a safe environment away from your attacker and call 9-1-1 immediately! If possible, ask a trusted friend to stay with you. And, remember, it’s not your fault you were attacked. • Write down everything you can remember about the incident and assailant (physical description, location of the attack, etc.) • Preserve evidence of the attack. Though you may want to, do not bathe or brush your teeth. Do not wash or get rid of any of the clothing that you were wearing. If possible, take pictures of any visible bruises or injuries you may have. • If the incident occurred on any campus, immediately report the information to Campus Security at 440-366-4053 or 440-366-4444, one of the College’s Title IX Coordinators, or dial 9-1-1. Information can also be shared with a campus advocate in the Advocacy and Resource Center (440) 366-4ARC or with a crisis counselor in Counseling 440-366-4033. Any information shared with a crisis counselor will be kept confidential unless the victim is willing to file a report with Campus Security, speak with the Title IX Coordinator or the local law enforcement authority having jurisdiction. Campus Security and/or the Title IX Coordinator will assist the victim in notifying the local law enforcement agency and navigating the reporting process.

Page 5 of 9 • Seek medical attention. Even if you don’t think you’re injured, it’s important to test for STDs and pregnancy. Ask the hospital to conduct a rape kit exam and, if you think that you have been drugged, collect a urine sample for analysis by a lab. • For survivors of sexual assault seeking counseling and support, College officials have identified the following resources: 1. 24/7 Crisis Hotline 800-888-6161 2. Genesis House Domestic Violence Center 440-244-1853 3. LCCC Counseling 440-366-4033 4. LCCC Care Center 440-366-4848 5. Legal Aid Society of Cleveland 216-861-5242 6. LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland 216-651-5428 7. National Sexual Assault Hotline 800-656-4673 8. National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 9. Ohio Crisis Text Line- Text 4HOPE to 741 741

Institutional Supportive Measures

Title IX Coordinators and College officials will assist all parties involved in sexual misconduct and dating violence incidents with any class or work schedule adjustment(s) and/or extensions of time deemed necessary. In addition, College officials will also enforce On-Campus No Contact Orders prohibiting communication (in person, via telephone, text message, social media, etc.) amongst all parties. For anyone requiring additional measures, the Campus Security Office will provide parking accommodations in a designated parking lot and safety escorts to and from class. Title IX Coordinators will assist in facilitating changes in working conditions as it relates to on-campus employment. Employees requiring mental health assistance may contact the Human Resources Office for information regarding the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) or other available mental health services.

Primary Prevention and Awareness

Each semester, the Campus Security office, working in conjunction with the Advocacy and Resource Center, the Human Resources Office, the Nord Center’s Sexual Assault Services, and Genesis House sponsors a Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Awareness program that is designed to educate campus community members and increase awareness and understanding on responding to, preventing, recovering from, reporting and assisting survivors of sexual misconduct and dating violence. For additional information on Sexual Assault or Rape call The Nord Center – Sexual Assault Services, 440-204-4359, for crisis 800-888-6161. To seek information pertaining to domestic violence and the resources available in Lorain County call Genesis House 440-244-1853 or 866-213-1188. To reach your local , call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673).

Disciplinary Process (Code of Conduct)

Complaints alleging infractions of the College’s Code of Conduct (www.lorainccc.edu/conduct) by any campus community member or visitor should be reported immediately to a College official or online at www.lorainccc.edu/report. These complaints will be investigated by the

Page 6 of 9 appropriate College official, including but not limited to, the Campus Security Office, the Coordinator for Code of Conduct and the College’s Title IX Coordinator. During the investigative process, the following rights are afforded to all parties:

• The complainant and respondent are given timely notice of disciplinary meetings via telephone, electronic mail and certified mail communications. • Investigatory meetings shall be conducted within a reasonably prompt timeframe of when the allegation was reported to College officials. • The complainant and respondent are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during a meeting, including the advisor of their choice when the violation concerns an allegation of sexual misconduct. • Both the complainant and respondent shall be informed in writing of the outcome of any campus disciplinary proceeding and available appeal procedures. • The complainant and respondent will be treated with dignity, courtesy and professionalism.

Incident reports regarding allegations of sexual misconduct will be submitted to the appropriate College official for investigation and resolution. Any campus community member or third party found in violation of College Policy and/or Ohio law are subject to disciplinary sanctions up to and including suspensions, probation, dismissal, expulsions, termination and prosecution. Additional stipulations are the prerogative of the appropriate College official and may included the options that follow:

• Warning/Reprimand • Counseling • Mandatory Psychological Evaluation and Treatment • Fine/Monetary Restitution • Restitution for damages • Work/Service Restitution • Attendance at workshops • Educative/rehabilitative program referral; • Behavior Contract; • On Campus No Contact Order • Involuntary Medical Withdrawal

The code of conduct policy and procedure can be viewed by visiting www.lorainccc.edu/conduct.

Compliance with the information contained herein does not constitute a violation of FERPA (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act).

On-Campus Resources

The following on-campus resources can provide assistance, services, and information to victims of sexual misconduct (sexual assault, sexual , dating violence, domestic violence, stalking).

Page 7 of 9 Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC)

The Advocacy and Resource Center (ARC) provides free, caring, confidential support and connection to campus and community resources to help with any issues students face.

• Library/Community Resource Center 1st Floor • Department Extension 4272 (440-366-4ARC ) • ARC email [email protected] • www.lorainccc.edu/arc

Accessibility Services

Partners with the campus community in creating equitable access to eligible students while promoting disability as one aspect of diversity.

• College Center CC 234 • Department Extension 4058 (440-366-4058)

Campus Security

Ensures the health and safety of all campus community members by providing a 24/7 security presence on campus. • Library/Community Resource Center LC 106 • Department Extension 4053 (440-366-4053) • Emergency Extension 4444 (440-366-4444) • Campus Security email [email protected] • www.lorainccc.edu/report (to file an incident report; anonymous reporting is available)

Care Center for Addiction Recovery

Provides prevention programs and support services for controlled substance misuse.

• Business Building BU 113 D • Department Extension 4848 (440-366-4848)

Counseling

Offers short-term crisis counseling and support services. Confidentiality can be afforded.

• Library/Community Resource Center LC 1st Floor LC 131 • Department Extension 4033 (440-366-4033)

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Provides a positive environment where individuals can share common goals, ideas, principles and values.

• College Center CC 206 • Department Extension 4036 (440-366-4036)

Student Services Navigator

Provides direct student service to resolve student complaints and concerns in alignment with Lorain County Community College’s commitment to student access, success and completion.

Kionna McIntosh-Pharms, (440) 366-7690, [email protected], 1005 N. Abbe Road, Learning Center 101C

Title IX Coordinators

Investigates claims of sexual misconduct by a student, employee, community member, or third party occurring on College property or at College sponsored events/activities.

Keith Brown, Lead Title IX Coordinator, (440) 366-7692, [email protected], 1005 N Abbe Road College Center 209D

Timthy Hess, Title IX Coordinator, (440) 366-7571, [email protected], 1005 N Abbe Road College Center 209C

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