About Title IX at Minot State University
Minot State University adheres to all federal, state, and local civil rights laws prohibiting sex-based harassment in employment and education. The University does not discriminate in its admissions practices (except as permitted by law), in its employment practices, or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender. As a recipient of federal financial assistance for education activities, the University is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 to ensure that all of its education programs and activities do not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender. Sex includes sex, sex stereotypes, gender identity, gender expression sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status.
The University also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing sexual harassment or participating in any investigation or complaint process internal or external to the institution. Sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking are forms of sexual harassment, which are prohibited under Title IX and by University policy.
Any member of the campus community, guest, or visitor who acts to deny, deprive, or limit the educational,employment, residential, or social access, opportunities and/or benefits of any member of the University community on the basis of sex is in violation of the Sexual Harassment Policy.
Any person may report sex-based harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to have experienced the conduct), in person, online, by mail, by telephone, by video, or by email, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator (below). A report may be made at any time (including during non-business hours) and will be addressed confidentially by the University. Questions regarding Title IX, including its application and/or concerns about noncompliance, should be directed to:
Dr. Lisa Dooley, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Title IX
Memorial Hall, 4th Floor, Room 412
500 University Ave W., Minot, ND 58707
(701) 858-3447
Email: lisa.dooley@minotstateu.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Minot State University (MSU) does not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, political beliefs or affiliations, or information protected by the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA); and complies with all federal and state non-discrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations, including remaining compliant and consistent with the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy on non-discrimination applies to admissions, enrollment, scholarships, loan programs, participation in University activities, employment, and access to participation in, and treatment in all University programs and activities.
MSU prohibits retaliation against any individual or group who exercises its rights or responsibilities protected under the provisions of state law, federal law and/or MSU policy. Employees or students who violate this policy may face disciplinary action up to and including separation from the University. Third parties who commit discrimination or harassment may have their relationships with the University terminated and/or their privileges of being on University premises withdrawn.
Questions, comments, or complaints regarding sexual discrimination or sexual harassment may be directed to the Title IX Office. All other forms of discrimination (e.g. racial) or harassment may be directed to the Vice President for Student Affairs or the Director of Human Resources, as appropriate. Complaints may also be filed with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
Lisa Dooley, Ed.D.
Title IX Coordinator
Memorial Hall, 4th Floor, Room 412
500 University Ave W.
Minot, ND 58707
701-858-3447
lisa.dooley@minotstateu.edu
Kevin Harmon
Vice President, Student Affairs
Administration Bldg., 1st Floor
500 University Ave W.
Minot, ND 58707
701-858-3410
kevin.harmon@minotstateu.edu
Director, Human Resources / EEO/AA
500 University Ave W
Minot, ND 58707
701-858-4610
The Office for Civil Rights/Chicago
U.S. Department of Education
John C. Kluczynski Federal Building
230 South Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604
Telephone: (312) 730-1560, FAX: (312) 730-1576,
TDD: (800) 877-8339, email: OCR.Chicago@ed.gov, website: ed.gov/ocr.
MSU’s Title IX Coordinator monitors and oversees the university’s compliance with Title IX and related laws in the prevention of sex harassment and discrimination, including the coordination of education and training activities and the response to Title IX complaints. Individuals with questions, concerns, or complaints about sex discrimination, sex harassment or sexual misconduct are encouraged to contact the Title IX Coordinator and or Deputy Title IX Coordinator(s).
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Dr. Lisa Dooley Title IX Coordinator Memorial Hall, 4th Floor, Room 412 500 University Ave W. Minot, ND 58707 701-858-3447 lisa.dooley@minotstateu.edu |
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Kevin Harmon |
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Cari Olson |
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Gary Orluck Deputy Title IX Coordinator Director, Campus Safety and Security Plant Services 701-858-4016 gary.orluck@minostateu.edu |
Title IX Team Training Materials [pdf]
In compliance with the requirements of Title IX, 34 C.F.R. § 106.45(b) require the sharing of “All materials used to train Title IX Coordinators, investigators, decision-makers, and any person who facilitates an informal resolution process. A recipient must make these training materials publicly available on its website, or if the recipient does not maintain a website the recipient must make these materials available upon request for inspection by members of the public.”
The U.S. Department of Education defines Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”), 20 U.S.C. §1681 et seq., as a Federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities. All public and private elementary and secondary schools, school districts, colleges, and universities receiving any Federal funds must comply with Title IX. Under Title IX, discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment or sexual violence, such as rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion. Other actions prohibited by Title IX include the failure to provide equal opportunity in athletics and discrimination based on pregnancy.
In May 2020, the U.S. Department of Education added specific legally binding steps educational institutions must take in response to notice of alleged sexual harassment. The 2020 amendments define sexual harassment to include certain types of unwelcome sexual conduct, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
