Frequently Asked Questions
- What does the Office of Institutional Equity do?
The Office addresses violations of the University of Evansville’s Title IX and other Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy and Harassment and Discrimination Policy. These violations include harassment and discrimination based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, ability, veteran status, and more. It also covers sexual misconduct, stalking, domestic and dating violence, and retaliation. The Office also provides training related to these topics.
- What happens when a Responsible Employee submits a report?
The Office will contact the individual identified as the Complainant via Maxient, email, letter, phone, or text. The Complainant may choose to ignore the outreach, decline a meeting, or schedule an intake meeting to learn about their rights, resources, and options.
No. Participation is voluntary. However, engaging with the Office provides access to supportive measures. Disciplinary action against a Respondent typically requires meaningful participation from the Complainant.
- Will my report be made public?
Some incidents may be classified as Clery crimes (sexual assault, stalking, dating/domestic violence and hate crimes) requiring non-identifying details to be reported in the University’s Daily Crime Log and Annual Fire and Safety Report. These include the nature, date, location, and disposition of the incident. Non-Clery incidents are not publicized. No information about an individual’s identity are shared.
- Who can I speak with confidentially?
The following University resources are designated as Confidential and are not required to report disclosures:
- Can I submit an anonymous report?
Yes. Anonymous reports can be submitted via:
- Office of Public Safety’s “Report a Concern”
- Center for Inclusive Excellence’s Bias Incident Report
Note: Anonymous reports may limit the University’s ability to respond. To initiate disciplinary action, a Formal Complaint must be filed with the Office of Institutional Equity at titleix@evansville.edu.
- How long does the process take?
Timelines vary. Informal resolutions typically take a few weeks, while formal processes may take several months. Factors include the complexity of the case, number of parties and witnesses, and availability. Certain steps, such as mandatory 10-day review periods, are required by regulation.
- Will the Respondent know I’ve spoken with the University?
It depends on what process you wish to pursue. If you choose to pursue an investigation or mediation, the Respondent will be informed. If you request supportive measures without initiating a formal process, the Respondent will not be notified.
- Will my parents be informed if I am involved in an Institutional Equity process?
No. The Office of Institutional Equity complies with FERPA and does not share information about a student’s involvement without written consent.
