Reporting and Policies
Reporting to the College
Any person may report Sexual Harassment whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute Sexual Harassment. Reports may be made in person, by mail, by telephone, or by e-mail using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Such a report may be made at any time, including during non-business hours, by using the telephone number or e-mail address, or by mail to the office address, listed below for the Title IX Coordinator.
Associate VP & Chief HR Officer/Title IX Coordinator
573-592-5226
Mandy.March@WCMO.edu
2nd floor, Washington West
Students may also notify faculty and staff of any incident of Sexual Harassment. With the exception of individuals who constitute Confidential Support Persons (listed below), all faculty and staff are considered mandatory reporters for purposes of this policy and are required to notify the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinators upon receipt of information regarding an alleged incident of Sexual Harassment.
Reporting Sexual Harassment to the Title IX Coordinator does not automatically start the grievance process – the Title IX Coordinator will explain to the Complainant how to start the grievance process by filing a Formal Complaint. An individual can make a report of Sexual Harassment in order to obtain supportive measures and resources – an individual making a report of Sexual Harassment is not required to file a Formal Complaint.
There is no time limit on reporting Sexual Harassment, though the College encourages prompt reporting, as delayed reporting may hinder the College’s ability to complete the grievance process
Confidential Reporting of Sexual Harassment
When an individual is affected by an incident involving Sexual Harassment there are some people within the Westminster College community, he/she/they can talk with who can provide completely confidential support and assistance. The College’s Confidential Support Persons include members of the Wellness Center staff (i.e. Executive Director/Nurse Practitioner, Clinic Coordinator, and Counselors) and the Chaplain.
Executive Director of the Wellness Center
573-592-5355
Kim.Lorentz@WCMO.edu
Lower Level of Westminster Hall/The Wellness Center
Chaplain and Director of the Center for Faith & Service
573-592-5866
Logan.John@WCMO.edu
329 West 7th Street, Fulton, MO
These individuals will maintain confidentiality about the details of an incident reported to them. Because reports to Confidential Support Persons remain confidential, the College will not be able to respond to offer supportive measures as outlined below in this policy.
Other Reporting Options
Individuals may make a criminal report with local law enforcement. College personnel are available to assist individuals in contacting the appropriate jurisdiction. For assistance in making a report to law enforcement, contact:
Director of Campus Security
573-592-5515
Tim.Howell@WCMO.edu
710 Westminster Avenue