Nondiscrimination and Sexual Misconduct/Violence
Title IX
From the Madonna University Title IX August 2020 Policy
Madonna University (the “University”), is committed to creating and maintaining a
safe and non- discriminatory campus community that is free from Sexual and Gender-Based
Misconduct1 and that enables individuals engaged in its Programs or Activities (as defined in
Section II below) to participate fully in the scholarly, research, educational, patient
care, and service missions of the University. The University does not discriminate
on the basis of sex or gender in any of its Programs and Activities.
The University’s Policy on Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct (“Policy”) prohibits the following types of conduct as defined in Section XI below
(also referred to collectively as “Prohibited Conduct”):
Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct (i.e., Sexual Assault; Sexual Exploitation; Sexual Harassment; Gender-Based Harassment;
Sex and/or Gender-Based Stalking; Intimate Partner Violence; Sex and Gender-Based
Discrimination; Retaliation and Violation of Supportive Measures); and
Title IX Misconduct (i.e., Quid Pro Quo Sexual Harassment; Severe, Pervasive and Objectively Offensive Sexual Harassment;
Sexual Assault; and Sex-Based Intimate Partner Violence and Stalking; as defined by
and within the scope of Title IX).
The University must define and respond to Title IX Misconduct as required by regulations
issued in May 2020 by the U.S. Department of Education to implement Title IX of the
Education Amendments of 1972, codified at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (the “Title IX Regulations”).
The Title IX Regulations allow the University to define and regulate Prohibited Conduct
that falls outside the definition of Title IX Misconduct, but which the University
is committed to addressing as a matter of University policy and/or as required by
other applicable law. Accordingly, the University’s Policy prohibiting Sexual and
Gender-Based Misconduct and Title IX Misconduct is consistent with the Title IX Regulations,
as well as the University’s mission and commitment to ensuring a safe and non-discriminatory
campus community.
Prohibited Conduct undermines the character and purpose of the University and the
University will take appropriate prompt and effective action to eliminate Prohibited
Conduct, prevent its recurrence, and remedy its effects. Prohibited Conduct may also
constitute crimes that violate federal and state law.
The University adopts this Policy with a commitment to: (1) eliminating, preventing,
and addressing the effects of Prohibited Conduct; (2) fostering an environment where
all individuals are well-informed and supported in reporting Prohibited Conduct; (3)
providing a fair and impartial process for all parties; and (4) identifying the procedures
by which violations of this Policy will be evaluated. Employees, Students, or Third
Parties (as defined in Section II below) who violate this Policy may face, as appropriate,
disciplinary action up to and including termination, expulsion, or other actions.
It is the responsibility of every member of the University Community to foster an
environment free of Prohibited Conduct. All members of the University Community are
encouraged to take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent or stop such behavior.
This Policy sets forth how the University will proceed once it is made aware of possible
Prohibited Conduct. The Policy is in keeping with our institutional values and is
intended to meet our obligations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (“Title
VII”); Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) and regulations promulgated
thereunder in 2020; the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”), as amended by the Violence Against Women Reauthorization
Act of 2013 (“VAWA”), with respect to its application to Prohibited Conduct; and other
applicable law and regulations.
From the Madonna University Student Handbook
Madonna University guarantees the right to equal educational opportunity without discrimination
because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, height, weight,
marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. Madonna
University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully
committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Michigan
State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative
action.
From the Madonna University Student Handbook
Madonna students, staff, and faculty form a unique educational community dedicated
to furthering the University’s educational mission. We take pride in our community.
Madonna University strives to provide an inclusive, respectful, supportive, intellectual
community we can all be proud of. In order to maximize each student’s college experience
and educational potential, all Madonna community members are expected to adhere to
University policies.
For students, this means understanding and accepting the Student Code of Conduct as
the basis for nurturing our community. The Student Code of Conduct outlines policies
and procedures that protect students and it articulates minimum standards for appropriate
behavior. Students, faculty, staff and administration have agreed on this Code; therefore,
becoming a Madonna student means accepting its rules and general spirit of respect
and cooperation. We believe that this Code encourages academic and interpersonal integrity.
In addition to adhering to University policies and rules, students are expected to:
Show respect and sensitivity for others;
Support open communication to enhance our living/learning atmosphere;
Be honest in all academic work and know that cheating, plagiarizing, and giving false
information will not be tolerated;
Help support enforcing Madonna’s rules and regulations, when needed;
Respect the University’s physical facilities and individual property;
Meet all financial obligations.
As a community, we value our students’ safety and well-being; therefore, violations
of this Code will result in disciplinary sanctions through the Vice President for
Student Affairs and Mission Integration.
Those charged with the enforcement of this code will at all times endeavor to observe
the due process system so that each student is heard in a just and consistent manner
including a hearing before the Student Appeal Board as cited in this Student Handbook,
when deemed appropriate.
For severe or repeat infractions, the University has the right to dismiss students.
All local, state, and federal laws apply to students while on property owned or controlled
by the University or when off campus; therefore, disciplinary action may be taken
against individuals and/or organizations for misconduct and students may be legally
prosecuted.
Every student is responsible for knowing and abiding by the Madonna University Student
Code of Conduct. The University reserves the right to alter or add to this Code within
the students’ term of enrollment with communication of those changes being given to
the members of the University community. We believe that this Code promotes our students’
academic success and personal development. Please take time to familiarize yourself
with this Code, as it delineates your rights and responsibilities.
A copy of this code is available to each student online through MyPortal. Students
belonging to more than one community at Madonna, i.e., student athletes, residents,
student employees, majors requiring licensing and/or certification, are responsible
for adhering to the rules and policies of those communities.
From Madonna University Campus Safety Website
Livonia Police: 911 from cell phone, 9-911 from campus phone
Madonna Campus Safety: 5442 from campus phone, 734-432-5442 from a cell phone, Parking Lot Emergency Phones
(Livonia campus) – press the red button
Madonna University Psychological Services Clinic: Contact 734-432-5493. A member of the clinical services staff will respond to your
call quickly and confidentially.
Domestic Abuse & Sexual Assault Resources: First Step Hot Line (24 hour hotline) 1-888-453-5900.
St. Mary Mercy Hospital: Emergency Department 734-655-4800; located at 5 Mile and Levan Road, 1 mile away
from campus
Title IX Coordinator: Jesús Hernández, at 734-432-5656 or titleix@madonna.edu
Madonna University Department of Campus Safety needs your help in deterring crime
on campus. If you have ANY information about a recent or past incident please, take
the time to fill out the form below. All information is kept strictly confidential.
Please keep in mind that if it is a crime in progress call x5442, or 911 if it is
an emergency. Your help is greatly appreciated.
If you have been assaulted, physically or sexually, you should:
- Get medical help. If you were sexually assaulted, do not shower or clean yourself
in any way. Physical evidence can be gathered up to 72 hours after an assault.
- You have the right to report the assault to local, civil or criminal authorities.
- Consider meeting with a representative from the Office of the Vice President for Student
Affairs & Mission Integration who can provide assistance, counseling, or both.
- Seek support and counseling. (Police provide victim assistance.)
Silent witness report form
From the Madonna University Student Handbook
2N: Sexual Violence
Sexual violence refers to physical sexual acts perpetuated against a person’s will
or where a person is incapable of giving consent due to the victim’s use of drugs
or alcohol. An individual also may be unable to give consent due to an intellectual
or other disability. A number of acts fall into the category of sexual violence, including
rape, sexual assault, sexual battery, and sexual coercion. All such acts of sexual
violence are forms of sexual harassment covered under Title IX. Sexual harassment
is unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature. It includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests
for sexual favors, and other verbal, nonverbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
Sexual violence is a form of sexual harassment prohibited by Title IX.
Section 2, University Policies, 2-4
From Staff Handbook on the Madonna University Portal
Madonna University is committed to maintaining a work environment that is free of
harassment. More specifically, the University will not condone actions and words which
a reasonable person would regard as either discrimination or harassment by or on the
part of administrators, staff, faculty, and students.
The policy of Madonna University is to treat all employees equally and with respect.
All employees of Madonna University are to avoid making negative, controversial, derogatory
or offensive statements (whether oral or written) concerning other individuals or
groups.
Harassment of an employee by management, another employee, or any other individual
is prohibited. Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors and other verbal
or physical conduct of a sexual nature is strictly prohibited. Further, harassment,
including sexual, racial or any other form of harassment and discrimination, is prohibited.
Any individual who feels s/he is a victim of harassment or discrimination should immediately
report it to his/her immediate supervisor, or to the Office of Diversity and Multicultural
Affairs. If you are uncomfortable in reporting it to your immediate supervisor or
if you are not happy with the result, then you should report it to the Director of
Human Resources.
Complaints of any form of harassment will be investigated in a manner as confidential
as possible. All personnel are expected to cooperate fully with any such investigation.
Individuals who violate this policy will subject themselves to disciplinary action
up to and including discharge. An investigation may include interviews of possible
witnesses, including the person claiming the harassment has occurred, and the person
or persons claimed to be involved in the harassment. The privacy of the person issuing
the complaint, of the person accused, and the steps taken in the investigation will
be protected to the extent possible. An investigation of the complaint will be conducted
by the Director of Human Resources, an appropriate vice president, and/or one of their
designees as soon as possible and conducted in an expeditious manner as follows:
- The complaint must be in writing with sufficient specificity.
- A person bringing a complaint founded in good faith will suffer no retaliation.
- The person charged will be promptly so notified and given an opportunity to respond.
- Individuals who violate the policy will be subject to discipline up to and including
discharge.
RETALIATION WILL ALSO NOT BE TOLERATED
In continuance of Madonna University's commitment to safety and security, and in compliance
with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics
Act, please familiarize yourself with the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report,
detailed below. This report is a summation of the crime statistics for Madonna's main
campus, including branch campuses, for the past three years. The current report is
available here.
A printed copy is available for review at the following main campus locations:
Department of Campus Safety – West Wing 125/127;
Dean of Students Office – Room 1113C;
Corporate Compliance Office – TBD;
Human Resources – Room 2200.
To request a copy please call (734) 432-5326.
