University Conduct Board Harassment Hearing Board - Title IX / VAWA Training - Xavier’s Approach

Sep 29, 2026

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University Conduct Board Harassment Hearing Board training outlines Xavier’s mission- and values-driven approach to Title IX/VAWA matters, emphasizing mission-centered, equitable, developmental, educational, compassionate, transparent, and balanced guidance. It details how FERPA privacy protections and confidentiality for employee records apply, then explains Clery Act notification requirements and Title IX/VAWA implications. The material covers due process and logistics, including hearing dates/times, response steps, confidentiality expectations, and conflicts of interest considerations.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryHealthcare

FormatPDF

Pages103

Reading Time4 h 20 min

AccessFree to download

Xavier’s Approach

Mission Statement and Jesuit Values

Legal Implications

FERPA

Confidentiality of Employee Records

Clery Act

Title IX/VAWA and Due Process

Logistics

Hearing Dates/Times

Confidentiality and Conflicts of Interest

Types of Cases

Non-Sex Discrimination

Physical Assault, Drug Distribution, Harassment/Discrimination

Sex Discrimination

Title IX + XU Sex Discrimination Policies

Prohibited Conduct and Complaint Resolution

University Conduct Board Harassment Hearing Board Molly Dugan, Director of Student Integrity Kate Lawson, Chief Title IX Officer Xavier’s Approach • Philosophy: • Mission-centered • Equitable • Developmental (students) • Educational • Compassionate • Transparent • Balanced Xavier Mission & Values • Mission Statement: • Xavier is a Jesuit Catholic university rooted in the liberal arts tradition. Our mission is to educate each student intellectually, morally and spiritually. We create learning opportunities through rigorous academic and professional programs integrated with co-curricular engagement. In an inclusive environment of open and free inquiry, we prepare students for a world that is increasingly diverse, complex and interdependent. Driven by our commitment to educating the whole person, promoting the common good, and serving others, the Xavier community challengesand supports all our members as we cultivate lives of reflection, compassion and informed action. • Jesuit Values: • Magis • Reflection • Discernment • Cura Personalis • Solidarity and Kinship • Service Rooted in Justice & Love Legal Implications FERPA • “A Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.” --Family Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education Confidentiality of Employee Records Employee records are confidential and will be shared only as required with those that have a need to access such information. Legal Implications Clery Act • Amended FERPA to require notification of student conduct outcomes in crimes of violence and sexual assault. Title IX/VAWA Due Process? Follow our process! (Fundamental Fairness) Logistics • Hearing Dates/Times • Please Respond! • Confidentiality • Conflicts of Interest Types of Cases • Non-Sex Discrimination – Broader Student Handbook or HCAP (employees) • Physical Assault, Drug Distribution, Harassment/Discrimination (particularly employees) • Sex Discrimination • Disability-related Discrimination Title IX + XU Sex Discrimination Policies • Prohibits sex discrimination in education institutions • Protect students, employees, third parties, visitors of all gender identities & sexual orientations • Requires fair, equitable complaint resolution process • Separate from criminal process Two Sets of Policies • Title IX • Interpersonal Violence Types of Sex Discrimination Cases • Sexual Harassment • Sexual Assault • Rape • Dating Violence • Stalking

FAQs

What is Xavier’s mission-based approach for handling Title IX/VAWA matters?

The training presents a mission-centered, equitable, developmental, and educational approach that is compassionate, transparent, and balanced. It also emphasizes supporting the whole person through reflection, compassion, and informed action.

How do FERPA and employee record confidentiality affect these proceedings?

FERPA is described as protecting the privacy of student education records and applying to schools receiving U.S. Department of Education funds. Employee records are confidential and shared only with those who need access as required.

What due process and logistics steps are highlighted for the hearing process?

The training directs people to follow the process with “Fundamental Fairness.” It lists logistics such as hearing dates/times, a “Please Respond!” step, confidentiality expectations, and addressing conflicts of interest.

What types of sex discrimination cases are covered under Title IX policies?

The material identifies sexual harassment, sexual assault, rape, dating violence, and stalking as types of sex discrimination cases. It also distinguishes that resolution is separate from the criminal process.

Sep 29, 2026

Uploaded by acoobca