This addendum modifies catalog content as indicated and supersedes all previous addenda. Page 30 / 32 2024-2025 ADDENDUM to the Rasmussen University Catalog and Student Handbook April 15, 2025 14. The victim/survivor is entitled to simultaneous, written notification of the outcome of the investigation, including information regarding appeal rights, within seven (7) days of a decision or sooner if required by state or federal law. 15. A victim/survivor who subsequently chooses to transfer to another postsecondary institution may request that Rasmussen provide them with information about resources for victims/survivors at the institution to which the victim/survivor is transferring. 16. Consistent with laws governing access to student records, a victim/survivor will be provided access to their description of the incident as it was reported to Rasmussen, including if the victim/survivor transfers to another institution. Investigation Procedures and Protocols Rasmussen shall process all reports to determine whether the conduct involved a Rasmussen education program or activity, or the provision of aid, benefits, or services to Rasmussen students. Rasmussen also refers to this process as an “Inquiry.” Upon initiating an investigation, Rasmussen shall notify all individuals who are believed to have documentary, electronic, or tangible evidence to preserve such evidence. Rasmussen may, in its sole discretion, conduct remotely any Title IX investigation, in whole or in part, using electronic and other remote means. Rasmussen shall coordinate its Title IX investigation with any other ongoing Rasmussen or criminal investigation of the incident. If the fact-finding portion of Rasmussen’s investigation is suspended due to the existence of a criminal investigation, it shall resume promptly once law enforcement officials have completed their evidence-gathering and have authorized Rasmussen to proceed with its investigation. At the direction of law enforcement authorities, Rasmussen may assist with obtaining, securing, and maintaining evidence in connection with a sexual assault incident. Dismissal of an Allegation/Grievance Rasmussen may dismiss a Title IX allegation of misconduct or grievance, if at any time during an inquiry or investigation: • The alleged conduct does not meet the Title IX definition of sexual harassment; • Rasmussen is unable to identify the Respondent after taking reasonable steps to do so; • The Respondent is no longer participating in Rasmussen’s education program or activity and is not employed by Rasmussen; • The alleged conduct did not occur within Rasmussen’s educational program or activity or outside of the United States; • A complainant notifies the Title IX Coordinator in writing of their decision to withdraw the formal grievance. However, withdrawing the formal grievance does not necessarily mean that the complainant is retracting their allegations. The Title IX Coordinator will assess whether the alleged conduct presents an ongoing risk to the campus community and may determine that the grievance process should proceed despite the withdrawal. Factors such as the severity of the allegations, potential threats to others, and the institution’s obligations under Title IX will be considered in making this determination; or • Rasmussen determines, after reasonable efforts to clarify the allegation in the report, that the conduct alleged in the report, even if proven, would not constitute sex-based harassment. Where Rasmussen has determined to dismiss a Title IX allegation/grievance, it will promptly notify the Complainant, provide the basis for the dismissal, and notify the Complainant that a dismissal may be appealed (as described below). If the dismissal occurs after the Respondent has been notified of the allegations, then Rasmussen will notify the Respondent of the dismissal and the basis for the dismissal promptly following notification to the Complainant, or simultaneously if notification is in writing. Upon dismissal, Rasmussen will offer supportive measures to the parties as appropriate. Informal Resolution Process After a formal grievance is filed, an informal resolution process may be offered. With mutual agreement from both parties, Rasmussen may facilitate an informal resolution process, except in cases involving sexual violence. The Title IX Coordinator may informally discuss possible remedies and sanctions with the Complainant and the Respondent separately to ascertain if a satisfactory informal resolution can be
