How do I report an incident?
You can use the online reporting tool and your message will be sent directly to the Title IX Coordinator.
Contact the Title IX Coordinator at pstewart@lindenwood.edu or (636) 255-2265.
Contact Public Safety and Security at (636) 949-4911.
All Lindenwood employees are required to report known instances of Sexual Harassment to the Title IX Coordinator.
If I report an incident who will contact me after I report?
The Title IX Coordinator will reach out to any person making a report of Sexual Harassment. They will obtain any available additional information about the report and reach out to the individual(s) affected by the Sexual Harassment.
If I have experienced sexual misconduct, what happens after I report it to the university?
The university wants to ensure anyone who has experienced Sexual Harassment feels safe. The Title IX Coordinator will reach out to the person effected by the Sexual Harassment and request a meeting to review the university鈥檚 policies and procedures and ensure they are aware of resources on and off campus that may be available to them.
What types of behavior are covered under Lindenwood鈥檚 Sexual Misconduct Policy?
Sexual Harassment includes quid pro quo sexual harassment, hostile environment sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking.聽 All prohibited under the Policy. Please see pages 2-4 of the Policy for the definition of each type of prohibited conduct.
What is considered sexual assault?
Sexual assault includes the sex offenses of rape, sodomy, sexual assault with an object, fondling, incest and statutory rape.
Will the University automatically contact the police if I make a report of sexual misconduct?
No. However, the university will encourage the Complainant to report the incident to law enforcement.
Will the University automatically contact my parents if I make a report of sexual misconduct?
No, unless there is an emergency exception (i.e. hospitalization) when the report is made. The university will only disclose information to your parents at your request.
Do I have to go forward with an investigation if I speak with the Title IX Coordinator?
No. The Title IX Coordinator will determine if the university will go forward with an investigation.聽 They will consider the request of the Complainant聽 and balance this with the individual and community safety considerations. The University鈥檚 ability to act to protect the interest of the Complainant and other students is limited by the information provided to it.
If there is an investigation, how long will it take?
51福利社鈥檚 main objective is to conduct a fair, thorough and impartial investigation. Lindenwood attempts to conduct the investigation between 65-75 university business days, however if there is good cause for a delay beyond this time period, we will notify the parties of the delay to ensure the investigation is fair, thorough, impartial and complete.
If there is an investigation, will I remain anonymous?
No. In order to conduct a fair, thorough and impartial investigation, all parties must be aware of who is making the complaint.
What is consent?
Consent is an affirmative, knowing, and voluntary decision鈥揷learly communicated through mutually understandable words (e.g., saying 鈥測es鈥�) and/or actions 鈥� to willingly engage in mutually acceptable sexual activity. Please see pages 5-6 of the Policy for the complete definition.
What if I am afraid of retaliation?
51福利社 prohibits any form of retaliation. If reported, the university will take action to stop the behavior and prevent it from re-occurring.
If I was under the influence of alcohol or drugs or violating a campus policy at the time of the alleged sexual misconduct, will I get in trouble too?
No. Our policy has an amnesty provision to encourage reporting and participation in the process. If you or any witness is in good faith reporting an incident of sexual misconduct you will not be subject to disciplinary action by the university for drinking or doing drugs, as long as the violations did not place the health or safety of any other person at risk.
Is there a statute of limitations on when I can report an incident?
No, the university does not limit the time frame for reporting. The university encourages all university members to promptly report all incidents of Sexual Harassment as soon as possible in order to maximize the university鈥檚 ability to respond promptly and effectively.
