Find answers to your pressing Title IX or sexual misconduct questions.\u00a0 If your question is not listed below, please email the Office for the Resolution of Sexual Misconduct:\u00a0 Title IX Institutional Compliance, Prevention & Response\u00a0 (ORSM)<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n Some examples of sexual misconduct matters include, but are not limited to, the following:<\/p>\n Sometimes individuals are reluctant to report a concern because they aren’t sure if what they experienced is “bad enough” or is really a violation of law or policy. Individuals are encouraged to report any concerns they have. If a concern doesn’t rise to the level of disciplinary action or an investigation, the university still may offer support, assistance, resources, and options. Reporting concerns assists the university’s ability to take appropriate action for the well-being of students, employees, or others in the NAU community.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Your safety is the priority. If you are a victim of sexual assault, these steps may help ensure your safety:<\/p>\n “Consent” in the context of sexual activity means informed and freely given words or actions that indicate a willingness to participate in mutually agreed-upon sexual activity.<\/p>\n Consent may not be inferred from:<\/p>\n The use of alcohol or drugs does not diminish one’s responsibility to obtain consent and does not excuse conduct that violates the Sexual Misconduct Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n In order for evidence collection to be most effective, sexual assault should be reported within 72 hours, but can be collected up to 120 hours (approximately 5 days) after an assault. Arizona has a statute that provides the victim the ability to seek medical treatment for the collection of sexual assault evidence without charge to the victim. The victim does not need to file a police report in order to seek medical treatment for the collection of sexual assault evidence. It is the victim who will decide if they wish to pursue criminal charges.<\/p>\n It is recommended:<\/p>\n If you already have done any of these actions prior to the exam, it is okay and you may still obtain an exam.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n The rights of students and employees who are alleged to have committed sex\/gender-based harassment or sexual misconduct are protected as outlined in the Sexual Misconduct Policy and associated procedures. For additional information and assistance, individuals with specific questions about the process or related concerns may contact the Office for the Resolution of Sexual Misconduct<\/a>: Title IX Institutional Compliance, Prevention & Response (ORSM).<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Yes, students may contact the Lumberjack Care Center<\/a>, and employees may contact the Office for the Resolution of Sexual Misconduct: Title IX Institutional Compliance, Prevention & Response (ORSM)<\/a> One may find more information regarding this service at Institutional Supportive Measures and Remedies<\/a><\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n All gender identities and expressions are protected under Title IX<\/a>, the Arizona Board of Regents’ Non-Discrimination Policy<\/a>, the Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy<\/a>, the Sexual Misconduct Policy<\/a>, and the Standards of Residence<\/a>. LGBTQIA-specific resources are located in the Inclusion and Multicultural Services Office<\/a>, 928-523-8511<\/a>, LGBTQA@nau edu for students, <\/a>and for employees at the Equity and Access Office<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Retaliation against anyone who makes a complaint or who participates in any complaint-related process is not tolerated and is a violation of Title IX, the Arizona Board of Regents’ Non-Discrimination Policy<\/a>, the Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy<\/a>, the Sexual Misconduct Policy<\/a>, and the Standards of Residence.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Protective Orders can be obtained through Flagstaff Courts. For the paperwork, help with filing, and more information please contact Victim Witness Services Coconino County, 928-856-7676<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n Confidentiality is a legally mandated protection given to counselors, clergy, attorneys, victims’ advocates, and doctors working within their field. When something is confidential it may not be shared without explicit permission. Private information only is shared with individuals who need to know in order to provide resources, conduct university risk assessments, or track patterns.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n A victims’ advocate provides free, confidential support and guidance to all victims or witnesses of crime, and those experiencing a crisis. They will not share any disclosed information without permission or as otherwise required by law. They can assist with understanding options and provide support through those options, making sure the victim’s wants and needs are being heard and addressed. Complaint Resolution Officers or other designated employees investigate allegations of sex discrimination, including various forms of sexual harassment and sexual violence. The investigators utilize the Sexual Misconduct Policy<\/a> or Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy<\/a> to investigate allegations consistently with the requirements of federal and\/or state law. These individuals also have other Title IX-related duties, including, for example, facilitating agreements for pregnant or parenting students or employees seeking an academic or employment-related adjustment. The purpose of the meeting with a Complaint Resolution Officer (CRO) is for the CRO to hear the individual’s perspective. Although, individuals involved in the sexual misconduct process have a right to bring an advisor to meetings, including hearings, the advisor’s role is to provide support and counsel. The advisor may not speak for the involved party. Examples of advisors who may attend include a parent, an attorney, a staff member, a faculty member, a friend, or a victim\/witness advocate. The involved parties may select an advisor of choice by sending an e-mail message to the assigned Complaint Resolution Officer identifying the person you have selected. The health and safety of every student at the university is of utmost importance. The University recognizes that students who have been drinking and\/or using drugs (whether such use is voluntary or involuntary) at the time that prohibited conduct under these procedures occurs may be hesitant to report incidents due to fear of potential consequences for their own conduct. The University strongly encourages students to report such prohibited conduct. A student bystander or complainant acting in good faith who discloses any incident of prohibited conduct under the Sexual Harassment Policy to a university official or to law enforcement shall not be subject to action under the university’s Student Code of Conduct or other applicable policy for violation of alcohol and\/or drug use occurring at or near the time of the commission of the prohibited conduct. While no disciplinary action will be taken, the university reserves the right to take steps necessary to address health and safety concerns for the individual and the community, as well as the right to report truthfully to licensing bodies.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n All individuals (students, employees, affiliates) participating in university-sponsored travel or other activity involving university-sponsored shared living must complete the Multiple Occupancy Form<\/a>. The individual or the appropriate department contact will upload the signed form (wet signature required) to the travel folder or other appropriate location as documentation. The university will retain this form for a minimum of seven (7) years. If you have any questions, please contact the Office for the Resolution of Sexual Misconduct (ORSM): Title IX Institutional Compliance, Prevention & Response at titleix@nau.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/body><\/html>\n\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n The NAU Police Department publishes the annual Campus Safety and Security Report<\/a> to provide information including crime statistics and policies and procedures concerning alcohol, drugs, sexual assault, and general safety on the Northern Arizona University campus. The report can be accessed from the NAUPD website<\/a> by selecting the “Campus Safety & Security Report” button. Anyone, including prospective students and employees, may obtain a paper copy of the report by contacting NAUPD at 928-523-6311<\/a>. Health Promotion<\/a> has a variety of information available online relating to students. Health Promotion<\/a> provides a listing on its website of the many opportunities to get involved with this issue including:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n\n \nWhat are considered sexual misconduct concerns and how do I know when I should report them? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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What should I do if I believe I have been sexually assaulted? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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What are my rights if I am alleged to have committed sexual or gender-based harassment or sexual misconduct? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
Can the university help even if I don\u2019t report? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
Are only women protected under Title IX? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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What is a victim\u2019s advocate? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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Where can I find the NAU Annual Campus Safety Report? Accordion Closed<\/span><\/h4>\n <\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/a>\n
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