Title IX

If you or someone you know has been a victim of harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, rape, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking please seek help and report the incident. Presentation College staff are committed to and concerned about student, faculty, and staff safety. Action can and will be taken to help the victims avoid contact with alleged perpetrators. Campus resources are available to students and they can report to faculty, staff, and resident assistants.

 

Dean of Student life                                                           (605) 229-8580

Campus Safety/Housing Coordinator                           (605) 229-8394

Title IX Coordinator/HR                                                     (605) 229-8350

Executive Vice President for Campus Operations      (605) 229-8582

Presentation College strives to uphold a campus environment that is free from any type of discrimination and harassment. All employees and students to act with the utmost integrity by completing respectful and ethical investigations to ensure all rights of the individuals are upheld. At Presentation College we venture to support and maintain a positive culture to help grow and advance our students and our employees.

At Presentation College we are committed to mandatory Title IX training that focuses on the federal regulations, state law, and the Colleges policies and procedures.

Presentation College has a legal and civil obligation to take action and address any Title IX issues reported. The Title IX Coordinator and/or Investigators will take measures to protect identities when addressing issues, however, not all situations allow for anonymity. All reports are reviewed in a confidential manner.

Title IX requires the College to take immediate action to eliminate the harassment or discrimination, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects. Presentation College is required to implement and issue grievance procedures for students who complain of sex or gender discrimination.

If someone tells you or you overhear information that may pertain to Title IX/EEO, contact the Title IX Coordinator or investigator immediately. Title IX/EEO investigations are separate from a law enforcement investigation, even when a police report is filed. The College is required to conduct an independent investigation that is prompt, thorough, and unbiased.

• 1:17 Harassment including Sexual Harassment
• 1:17:1 Prevention of Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, and Stalking
• 1:18 Human Rights Complaint Procedures
• 1:19 Equal Opportunity, Non-Discrimination, Affirmative Action

Community Resources

Safe Harbor

www.safeharborsd.org/

• Provides On Call Advocates to assist law enforcement officers and Avera St. Lukes. These trained volunteer advocates are available for survivors of family violence and sexual assault.
• Advocates provide confidential and free services to help families through crisis situations. They assist with safety planning, offer support, and information about Safe Harbor and community resources
• They provide emergency shelter as well as providing assistance with protection orders
• 24 hour crisis line 605-226-1212 or 1-888-290-2935

Counseling Services

• Northeastern Mental Health
  •  http://nemhc.org
  • 24 Hour Crisis Line 605-229-1000
• Lutheran Social Services
  • www.lsssd.org

Medical Services

• Avera St. Lukes
  • www.avera.org
• Sanford Hospital-Aberdeen
  • www.sanfordhealth.org

Campus Prevention Programs

Prevention education for students, faculty, and staff will be offered through Student Development and Human Resources on an ongoing basis. New students will receive information during the orientation process. Counseling staff will be available to speak to student organizations that request additional information.

Campus Counseling Staff and phone numbers:

Rebecca Christiansen

(605) 229-8524

Rebecca.christiansen@presentation.edu

 

External Resource Quick Links

HOTLINES

• National Sexual Assault Hotline
• Love is Respect
• National Domestic Violence Hotline