Title VI
What is Title VI?
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin, including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics, in programs and activities that receives federal financial assistance. 42 U.S.C. 搂 2000d et seq.
The institution has a responsibility to follow听established procedures听to address discrimination or harassment of a student or employee when the discrimination involves:
- Racial, ethnic, or ancestral slurs or stereotypes;
- An individual’ s skin color, physical features, or style of dress that reflects both ethnic and religious traditions; and
- Where an individual came from or is perceived to have come from, including discrimination based on a foreign accent, a foreign name, including names commonly associated with particular shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics, or speaking a foreign language.
New York State Human Rights Law Section 296.4
鈥淚t shall be an unlawful discriminatory practice for an educational institution to deny the use of its facilities to any person otherwise qualified, or to permit the harassment of any student or applicant, by reason of his race, color, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, age, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence鈥︹��
蘑菇视频 College Non-Discrimination Notice
蘑菇视频 College is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive learning, living, and working environment that is free from inequality and discrimination, and to fostering a nurturing and vibrant community founded upon the fundamental dignity and respect of all its members. All forms of discrimination undermine human dignity and impede the academic and professional progress of our community.听
The College is dedicated to ensuring access, fairness, and equity for all people engaged in its educational programs, employment, and related activities, and adheres to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity/access laws.听
蘑菇视频 College strictly prohibits discrimination based on: race, color, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy), religion or creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, expression or dysphoria, transgender status, military status, familial or marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, citizenship status, previous conviction records (unless specific requirements are met), prior arrests or criminal accusations, youthful offender adjudications, sealed records, and any other group or activity protected by law.听
All members of the College community are strongly encouraged to educate themselves about unlawful discrimination and to be vigilant in protecting the rights of our community members. Upon learning of an incident of unlawful discrimination, the College will initiate a response intended to stop such conduct from continuing, prevent its recurrence, and remedy its effects on the campus community.
Your rights under Title VI
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects people from discrimination based on race, color, and national origin. At 蘑菇视频 College, you have the right to:
- Access all college programs, services, and activities free from discrimination
- Receive meaningful access to college programs regardless of national origin or English proficiency
- File a complaint if you believe you have experienced discrimination
- Be free from retaliation for reporting discrimination or participating in an investigation.
蘑菇视频 College Title VI Coordinator
In accordance with Title VI regulations, the college has designated Barbara Karper as the Title VI coordinator. Questions regarding Title VI, as well as concerns and complaints of noncompliance, may be directed to her at TitleVI@lemoyne.edu.
Inquiries may also be directed to the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, 32 Old Slip, 26 Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500; Tel. 646-428-3800; E-mail听OCR.NewYork@ed.gov
Contact information
Barbara Karper, Title VI Coordinator
Grace Center for Faith and Community
Telephone: 315-445-4595
E-mail: TitleVI@lemoyne.edu
Title VI Coordinator Responsibilities
The Title VI Coordinator will investigate and monitor outcomes, identify any patterns, and assess their effects on the campus climate. The Title VI Coordinator will periodically assess available data from reports, investigations, and findings of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation at least annually. This assessment will facilitate the identification of any patterns, recidivism, or collective incidents that may warrant additional inquiry or response to eliminate a hostile environment in a university program or activity.
The Title VI Coordinator determines whether, and in what manner, the university proceeds in responding to a report of Title VI Misconduct when a request for anonymity, no action or informal resolution is made.
The Title VI Coordinator oversees all hostile environment assessments conducted on each report of Title VI Misconduct, whether the conduct occurs on campus, off campus or on social media.
The Title VI Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that training is provided annually to all personnel responsible for investigating reports of Title VI Misconduct, all university police and other law enforcement personnel, and all university students, faculty, and staff.
The Title VI Coordinator is responsible for annually searching university websites and publications to ensure accuracy of information on policies and procedures regarding discrimination, including harassment, or retaliation, or links to such policies, procedures, and forms are operational.
How to File a Complaint
蘑菇视频 College is committed to creating a safe, welcoming and inclusive campus community. In turn, each person within this community is responsible for contributing to an environment where all can thrive without fear of hate, bias or discrimination.
We take bias and hate incidents very seriously and appreciate everyone’s cooperation in reporting such incidents. If you are a victim of, or a witness to, an incident of hate, bias, or discrimination, you are encouraged to file a Bias Incident Report or a听discrimination complaint through the following options:听
- Go to the College鈥檚 Report a Concern webpage and use our official Title VI reporting form.
This form is to be used by students and employees to file a complaint of discrimination based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Sexual Orientation, Veteran’s Status, Age, Disability, Marital or Parental Status, or Sexual Harassment.听 - Contact the Title VI Coordinator Directly
Reach out to 蘑菇视频’s designated coordinator using the contact information above. Complaints may be submitted by email, phone, or in person.
What Happens After a Title VI Complaint Is Submitted?
Once a Title VI complaint is submitted, the following steps generally occur.
- Complaint Receipt and Review
The complaint is received and reviewed to determine whether the allegations fall within the scope of Title VI and whether sufficient information has been provided to proceed. - Acknowledgment and Intake
The complainant is notified that the complaint has been received, and additional information may be requested if needed. - Investigation
If the complaint is accepted for review, an impartial investigation will be conducted. This may include interviews with the complainant, respondent, and witnesses, as well as a review of relevant documents and other evidence. - Findings and Determination
Investigators evaluate the evidence and determine whether there is sufficient evidence that a Title VI violation occurred. - Resolution
If a violation is found, appropriate corrective actions will be taken to address the issue and prevent recurrence. In some cases, complaints may be resolved through informal resolution processes when appropriate. - Notification of Outcome
Both the complainant and the respondent will be notified of the outcome of the complaint process, consistent with applicable laws and institutional policies.
Please Note
The timeline for resolving a complaint may vary depending on the complexity of the allegations, the availability of witnesses and evidence, and other relevant factors. The institution strives to address all complaints promptly and fairly.
Supportive Measures
Supportive Measures are designed to protect the safety of all parties or 蘑菇视频鈥檚 educational environment and to deter any bias related incidents. Regardless of the stage of the process under this Policy, the college may take Supportive Measures when appropriate, to protect the parties involved and the college community. Supportive Measures may be requested by either party and will be individualized on a case-by-case basis, considering the rights and obligations of all parties.
听Supportive Measures may include, but are not limited to:听
- 肠辞耻苍蝉别濒颈苍驳;听
- extensions of deadlines or other course-related adjustments;听
- modifications of work or class schedules;听
- campus escort services;听
- mutually-agreed upon restrictions on contact between the parties;听
- voluntary changes in work or housing locations;听
- leaves of absence;听
- increased securely and monitoring of certain areas of the campus (or other similar measures).听
- adjustments with parking permits or transportation services听
To request or discuss Supportive Measures, individuals should contact the Title VI Coordinator. Either party may request to revise or terminate a supportive measure by contacting the Title VI Coordinator. If a request is made to revise or terminate a supportive measure and the Title VI Coordinator denies the request, the party may appeal the decision to the Associate Provost of Student Development for students or the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources for employees.听
External Reporting听
U.S. Department of Education-Office for Civil Rights:听
File A Complaint | U.S. Department of Education
Division of Human Rights:听
(844) 697-3471 / 844-NYS-DHR1
Or report online at
Additional Resources
A well-informed and engaged workforce is key to the college’s success, and we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and support for all employees. Below are a variety of private or confidential campus resources and offices with the services and tools to help you thrive in your career, personal growth and wellness.
College Wellness Center (confidential)
(315) 445-4195听 or stop by Seton Hall, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday during the academic year听
Human Resources (reporting – private)
315-445-4155 or Grewen Hall 209C
Campus Safety & Security (reporting – private)
Non-emergency:听(315) 445-4444
Emergency: 911听
Services for Students with Disabilities (reporting – private)
DSS@lemoyne.edu, 315-445-4118
Student Conduct (reporting – private)
315-445-4590听
Title IX (reporting – anonymous/private)
Melissa Moore, moormes@lemoyne.edu or submit a sexual assault anonymous report
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