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Eastern Connecticut State University Commitment
Eastern Connecticut State University is committed to maintaining a campus environment free from sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and other forms of sex-based misconduct. The University takes all reports seriously and is committed to responding promptly, fairly, and impartially while respecting the rights of all parties involved.
Title IX is a federal law that protects students and employees from sex-based discrimination and ensures equal access to educational programs, activities, and resources. Sex-based harassment includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and harassment based on sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Definitions
Sexual Assault: Any sexual act, including rape, sodomy, sexual assault with an object, fondling, or unlawful sexual intercourse, that occurs without the consent of the victim or when a person is capable of giving consent.
Dating Violence: Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a romantic or intimate relationship with another person. The nature of the relationship is evaluated based on its length, type, and frequency of interaction.
Stalking: A course of conduct directed at a person based on sex that would cause a reasonable person to fear for their safety, the safety of others, or suffer substantial emotional distress.
Sexual Exploitation: Taking non-consensual or abusive sexual advantage of another person for one's own benefit or the benefit of others.
Hostile Environment Harassment: Unwelcome sex-based conduct that is severe or pervasive enough to limit or deny a person's ability to participate in or benefit from the University's educational programs or activities.
Quid Pro Quo Harassment: When an employee or authorized individual conditions an educational, employment, or other institutional benefit on participation in unwelcome sexual conduct.
If an Incident Happens
Go to Safety
Move to a safe location such as a friend's room, a residence hall office, or another secure space.
Emergency Assistance
Reach Out for Support
Talk with someone you trust, such as a friend, family member, counselor, advocate, or other support person.
24-Hour Support
Preserve Evidence
If possible:
Seek Medical Care
Medical care is available regardless of whether you choose to report. Medical providers can offer treatment, pregnancy prevention services, STI testing, and referrals for additional support.
Consider a Forensic Medical Exam
Evidence can be collected even if you are unsure whether you want to report to law enforcement or the University. You have the right to take time to decide what is best for you.
Rights of Individuals Who Report
Individuals who report sexual misconduct have the right to:
Reporting Options
Reporting is a personal choice. Individuals may pursue one or more of the options below.
| File a Formal Complaint | Individuals may contact the Office of Equity and Diversity/Title IX to report potential violations of University policy. |
The Title IX Process:
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| Third-Party or Anonymous Reporting | Reports may also be submitted through the University's Title IX Reporting Form. Anonymous reports are accepted. | Please note that University employees generally have reporting obligations when they become aware of incidents involving students. |
| Contact University Police | Individuals may report an incident to University Police regardless of whether they pursue a Title IX complaint. |
Reporting to University Police:
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Supportive Measures
Supportive measures are individualized, non-disciplinary, and non-punitive services designed to help maintain equal access to educational programs and activities. They are available whether or not a formal complaint is filed. Examples include:
Request for supportive measure should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity/Title IX.
Confidential and Non-Confidential Resources
Confidential Resources
Confidential resources may provide support, counseling, medical services, and information about options without reporting information to the University, except in limited circumstances required by law.
Non-Confidential Resources
These employees are considered mandated reporters and are required to notify the University when they receive a report of sexual misconduct. They can also provide information about resources, supportive measures, and reporting options.
Additional Resources