ADDENDUM to the Rasmussen College Catalog 2016-2017 May 18, 2017 results in undue delay of the meeting or proceeding. c. The advisor or support person may not participate or contribute to a meeting or proceeding unless invited to participate or contribute by the College employee leading the meeting or proceeding. d. The advisor or support person may not engage in behavior or advocacy that harasses, abuses, or intimidates either party, a witness, or an individual resolving the complaint. e. The College may prohibit an advisor or support person from involvement for violations of this policy. 15. The Victim/Survivor, Complainant, and the Respondent are entitled to simultaneous, written notification of the outcome of the Investigation, including information regarding appeal rights, within 7 days of a decision or sooner if required by State or federal law. 16. A Victim/Survivor who subsequently chooses to transfer to another postsecondary institution may request that the College provide them with information about resources for Victims/Survivors of sexual assault at the institution to which the Victim/Survivor is transferring. 17. Consistent with laws governing access to student records, a student who reported an incident of sexual assault will be provided access to the student's description of the incident as it was reported to the institution, including if that student transfers to another postsecondary institution. D. Bystander Intervention Bystander intervention is an act of challenging the social norms that support, condone, or permit sexual violence. While the College supports the efforts of bystanders to prevent sexual harassment and sexual assault, nothing in this policy shall be construed to mean that the College encourages bystanders to place themselves in danger. Bystanders may intervene by notifying others that something is wrong, creating a distraction, removing a potential victim from a risky situation, or by helping to change culture by discouraging others from making inappropriate sexual comments or jokes. E. Informal Resolution Informal resolution is not always appropriate or feasible, depending upon the severity of the allegations and other circumstances. The College encourages Victims/Survivors to file a complaint for any violation of this policy, regardless of the severity of the alleged incident. If, however, the Victim/Survivor would like to pursue This addendum replaces all previously issued versions. informal resolution, the following information should be considered: 1. Early efforts to control a situation are important, particularly in cases of sexual harassment. 2. Sometimes unwelcome behavior can be stopped by telling the person directly that you are uncomfortable with his or her behavior and would like it to stop. This may be done in person, over the phone, via e-mail or letter, or by speaking with faculty or an employee’s supervisor. 3. College employees are always available to provide guidance or assist the Victim/Survivor with an informal resolution, or to file a complaint. 4. Family, friends, or other trusted persons may also provide helpful support and advice. 5. Community-based, state, and national support organizations, such as sexual assault crisis centers may be contacted. Some of these organizations are included in the List of College and External Authorities, Resources, and Support found at the end of these policies. 6. At any time, and regardless of whether a complaint has been filed, the Victim/Survivor may informally resolve any violation of this policy with the Respondent. F. Reporting a Complaint 1. Anyone—whether a student, employee, bystander, witness, or other third-party—may report a complaint under this policy. a. A student who is a Victim/Survivor should file their complaint through the Online Reporting System or with the Title IX Coordinator. i. If reporting through the Online Reporting System or to the Title IX Coordinator is not practical, any College employee other than work- study students may receive a complaint and will escalate it to the Title IX Coordinator. b. An employee who is a Victim/Survivor should file their complaint through the Online Reporting System or with the Vice President of Human Capital. c. A third-party who is a Victim/Survivor should file their complaint through the Online Reporting System or with the Title IX Coordinator. d. Bystanders, witnesses, or other third- parties should report through the Online Reporting System or to the Title IX Coordinator. 2. Submit complaints to: Page 36 / 53
