Faculty and staff reporting resources

Employees are required to consult with the Office of the Dean of Students at 928-523-5181 the Equity and Access Office at 928-523-3312, or the Title IX Coordinator at 928-523-5315 concerning all reports of possible Title IX issues.

If you are approached by a student who believes that sexual harassment, assault or violence has occurred, you should provide the student with the following information:

1. Refer students to the appropriate resources.
2. Explain that you cannot guarantee confidentiality due to the University’s concern for campus safety, but that you will respect their privacy and only pass on information on a need-to-know basis. Employees are required to consult with the Equity and Access Office at 928-523-3312, Office of the Dean of Students at 928-523-5181, or the Title IX Coordinator at 928-523-5315 concerning all reports of possible Title IX issues.
3. Explain that retaliation or retribution of ANY kind taken against an individual as a result of that person filing a complaint, requesting information, cooperating in an investigation, or otherwise participating in these reporting procedures is strictly prohibited.
4.  Explain that the student can:
   • Speak with confidential resources such as Counseling Services, 928-523-2261, who can explain processes and services in a confidential manner. The student can use these services even if they do not wish to file a complaint.
   • File a criminal complaint.  Victims may pursue criminal charges by contacting NAUPD at 928-523-3000.
   • Contact Northern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (NACASA) at 928-213-6112 to schedule a forensic exam (rape kit) or Victim Witness Services at 928-856-7676 to better understand both criminal and university administrative options.
   • File a complaint under the Student Code of Conduct.  Victims may pursue administrative complaints alone or in conjunction with a criminal complaint through the Student Code of Conduct by contacting the Office of the Dean of Students at 928-523-5181.
5. The Title IX Coordinator offers supportive measures and collaborates campus-wide to implement these services, such as removing affected students from a shared class, providing mutual no contact orders, or assistance in relocation within the residence halls, as appropriate.
6. Follow reporting requirements outlined in the Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy.