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[Rob Buelow <>]

This is very helpful, Donna!

One thing that I've heard come up a bit is the value (or not) of a "matrix" outlining what types of violations warrant what types of sanctions. Do you or others have something like that in place? From a liability perspective, does that degree of disciplinary transparency and consistency help a school? Is it feasible in practice? Very interested in hearing thoughts.

Thanks,

Rob

On Tuesday, February 23, 2016, Greco, Donna <> wrote:

At Dickinson, we have a range of possible sanctions. Here is a list from our sexual misconduct policy. I hope this is helpful. 

 

Possible Student Sanctions:

 

`   Warning: Notice to a student or organization that continuation or repetition of conduct found to  be in violation of the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy and/or Community Standards may result in further disciplinary action.

 

`   Housing Restriction(s): Housing restrictions include, but are not limited to, restricted access to  any or all parts of residence halls, the loss of room selection/lottery privileges, the loss of off-campus

lottery participation, relocation to another College residential facility, requirement to move on- or off- campus, as appropriate, at an individual’s own expense, removal of guest privileges, and/or restriction from specific housing options.

 

`   Assessment and Treatment: Referral to the Wellness Center or approved off-campus agency for assessment and/or treatment. This includes, but is not limited to, services from certified programs who offer: counseling for sex offenders, for sexual awareness and sensitivity, for substance use, for intimate partner violence and for violence risk.

 

`   Restrictions on Participation or Use: Restrictions on participation include the revocation, or the loss for a stated period of time or under a stated set of conditions, of a student’s ability to participate in certain College-approved activities, including, but not limited to, varsity sports, clubs, organizations (including but not limited to Greek organizations), or leadership positions with such sports, clubs, and organizations. Restrictions on use include the denial of access to or use of certain College facilities, programs, or equipment for a stated period of time or under a stated set of conditions.

 

`   Probation: A specified period of time requiring maintenance of exemplary conduct. Further violations during this time may result in more serious sanctions than are imposed in the absence of probationary status. During a probationary period, the terms imposed on an organization will also be binding on its members.

`   Stayed Suspension: A student or organization on stayed suspension has been found responsible   for conduct that warrants suspension from the College. In the exercise of its discretion, the College has determined to withhold immediate imposition of suspension and to allow the individual or organization to remain on campus, usually with additional terms of compliance. If a student or organization is found in violation of any aspect of the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy

and/or the Community’s Standards or of terms of compliance during the period of the stay, the stay on this suspension may be lifted and the suspension will become effective immediately, resulting

in separation from the College for the remainder of the suspension period. In addition, any other sanctions for the new violation(s) will be imposed. During a period of stayed suspension, the terms imposed on an organization will also be binding on the members of the organization.

 

`   Suspension from the College: A student suspended from the College may not participate in classes or other College activities and may not be on College property (except by appointment, arranged in advance with the Provost and Dean of the College (or designee) or the Vice President and Dean of Student Life ( or designees) for the period of time specified in the notice of suspension. Suspension extending beyond the semester in which action is taken shall consist of units of full semesters and/   or summer sessions. In no case shall the suspension terminate prior to the end of a semester. Courses taken at another institution during this period of suspension will not be accepted for transfer at the College. Conditions for resuming active status on campus following suspension may be imposed by the College. A sanction of immediate suspension will go into effect within 24 hours of receipt of the

outcome letter unless otherwise noted in the outcome letter and shall remain in effect throughout any appeal process. An organization that is suspended shall be required to forfeit its ability to conduct group-sponsored activities or to participate in College-sponsored activities, and any College support  for the organization will be withdrawn, during the period of suspension.

 

`   Revocation or Withholding of Diploma and Degree: If a student has graduated from the College,  or has otherwise satisfied the requirements for earning a degree, before violations of the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy are discovered or before a determination of violations is complete, the College reserves the right to revoke the diploma and/or degree conferred, or to withhold the conferring of a degree or diploma otherwise earned for a specified period of time or indefinitely.

 

`   Expulsion: For an individual, permanent termination of student status, which includes exclusion  from any College property, College sponsored, or College affiliated events. A person expelled from the College is denied the rights and privileges of inclusion in the Dickinson College community both as    a student and as an alumnus/alumna. Expulsion will go into effect within 24 hours of receipt of the outcome letter unless otherwise noted in the outcome letter, and shall remain in effect throughout   any appeal process. For an organization, permanent termination of the organization’s relationship

and status with the College, which includes termination of access to facilities, funding, and/or right to assemble as an organization on College property and at College-sponsored or affiliated events.

An organization expelled from the College is denied the rights and privileges of inclusion in the Dickinson College community as an organization.

 

`   Other: Such other sanctions as may be appropriate in the judgment of the College. The College identifies the following as standard sanctions for violating the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy when a formal hearing is utilized. These standard sanctions are specific to the student’s status at the institution. A Respondent can expect to have additional sanctions to assist in his/her learning and/or the safety of the campus and Complainant.

 

 

Donna Greco, MSW

Title IX Coordinator

 

Dickinson College

Student Life

28 North College St.

Carlisle, PA 17013-2727

(717) 254-8316

 

 

From: Rhonda Jackson [mailto:]
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2016 9:16 AM
To: 'Yvonne Cournoyer' <>; Kristie M Wyatt <>;
Subject: RE: Educational Sanctions

 

I would like this as well!

Thanks so much,

 

 

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From: Yvonne Cournoyer [mailto:]
Sent: Tuesday, February 23, 2016 8:42 AM
To: Kristie M Wyatt;
Subject: RE: Educational Sanctions

 

I’d be interested in this as well. Our campuses are looking at options, too. 

 

From: Kristie M Wyatt [mailto:]
Sent: Monday, February 22, 2016 4:51 PM
To:
Subject: Educational Sanctions

 

Hello Friends,

I am interested in seeing what other schools are doing for educational sanctions (for those Title IX related cases that do NOT rise to the level of suspension or dismissal).

Lists, resources, or brainstorming are all welcome!

 

Kristie Wyatt

Guilford College

Wellness Education Coordinator
​Confidential Interpersonal Violence Advocate​

Office: King 128A
Phone: (336)-316-2879
Fax: (336)-316-2949

Email:

 

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