This addendum modifies catalog content as indicated and supersedes all previous addenda. Page 30 / 31 2024-2025 ADDENDUM to the Rasmussen University Catalog and Student Handbook March 17, 2025 Respondent separately to ascertain if a satisfactory informal resolution can be reached, only after the parties receive a full disclosure of the allegations and options for formal resolution. Rasmussen shall refrain from asking a Complainant to resolve problems directly with the Respondent. During the informal resolution process supportive measures may be made available. Rasmussen may facilitate an informal resolution process that does not involve a full investigation and adjudication after providing written notice to the parties that discloses: the allegations; the requirements of the informal resolution process, including the circumstances under which it precludes the parties from resuming grievance procedures arising from the same allegations (provided, however, that at any time prior to agreeing to a resolution, any party has the right to withdraw from the informal resolution process and resume the grievance process with respect to the allegations); and any consequences resulting from participating in the informal resolution process, including notice that an informal resolution agreement is binding on only the parties, and the records that will be maintained or could be shared. Parties must provide voluntary, written consent to participate in the informal resolution process and at any time may end the informal resolution process and begin the formal investigative process. If an informal resolution can be reached, the remedies and sanctions to which the parties agree shall be imposed. If a resolution cannot be reached, the Title IX Coordinator shall proceed with the investigation process. Rasmussen will not offer or facilitate an informal resolution process to resolve allegations that an employee engaged in sex-based harassment against a student. Rasmussen also may decline to offer or facilitate an informal resolution process where Rasmussen determines that the alleged conduct would present a future risk of harm to others. The trauma-informed facilitator for the informal resolution process will not be the same person as the Investigator or the Decisionmaker, will not have a conflict of interest or bias for or against Complainants or Respondents generally or an individual Complainant or Respondent; and will receive appropriate training. Formal Title IX Grievance Conduct that constitutes or may be construed as a Title IX violation is strictly prohibited. Any incident that meets the criteria of a Title IX Offense and for which the Complainant elects to file a formal grievance will be addressed through the Title IX Grievance Procedures, ensuring a prompt, fair, and impartial process in compliance with federal and state regulations. The formal grievance process will include a live hearing with cross-examination. Prohibition Against Retaliation Title IX prohibits retaliation, including peer retaliation, against an individual because the individual participated or refused to participate, in any manner, in Rasmussen’s investigation. Rasmussen shall take steps to prevent retaliation and shall promptly investigate any alleged retaliation, including threats, intimidation, coercion, or discrimination. Rasmussen shall take appropriate steps to address any alleged retaliation. Amnesty for Good Faith Reporters To encourage reporting, Rasmussen may grant amnesty from disciplinary action for other policy violations, such as alcohol or drug use, disclosed in connection with a good faith report of sexual misconduct. Prevention, Education, and Training Rasmussen shall provide prevention and awareness educational programs to new and existing students and employees, including without limitation those employees who change positions in a manner altering their duties under Title IX. Training on this Policy and Rasmussen’s Title IX obligations will be provided to students and employees. The training will include but is not limited to primary prevention and risk reduction strategies, consent education, and bystander intervention. P. 186 Title IX (12/16/2024) Replace the university authorities under subsection K. Contacts with the following: Title IX Coordinator: Tracy Tepley Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Kate Zak
