Title IX
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. § 1681) is an all encompassing federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex of students and employees of educational institutions, including prohibiting sexual harassment, discrimination, assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking.
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Campus Resources.
If you have you experienced sexual assault, domestic or dating violence, sexual harassment, stalking, or sex- or gender-based discrimination as an Minnesota North College student, staff, faculty member or visitor, please seek help. Minnesota North has supportive resources and can offer measures to help you.
Title IX Coverage.
In accordance with Title IX, Minnesota North College, along with the Minnesota State system of colleges and universities, strictly prohibits discrimination based on sex in all educational programs and activities. At Minnesota North Title IX encompasses a wide range of areas, including—but not limited to—academic programs, admissions, recruitment, financial aid, student life, athletics, fine arts, and employment. While Title IX is often associated with athletics, its scope is much broader. It applies to all educational programs and activities across the college.
Failure to Comply.
Failure to comply with Title IX can result in serious consequences, including the potential loss of all or part of an institution’s federal funding- such as grants, subsidies, and other federal program support. Beyond financial penalties, institutions may also face legal action from individuals seeking remedies for Title IX violations. It is crucial for any institution receiving federal financial assistance to operate in a nondiscriminatory manner. Ensuring compliance with Title IX is a shared responsibility across the entire University community.
Title IX Coordinator
Minnesota North College’s Title IX Coordinator is Rick Kangas, Associate VP of Student Affairs.
Additional Resources.
System Training 1B.1 Investigator Training 8.9.23
System Training 1B.3 Investigator Training 8.10.23
System Training Decisionmaker Training 8.8.23
System Training Title IX Coordinator Training 9.27.23
Title IX and Athletics: Workshop
Memorandum of Understanding Template (OHE)
Building Partnerships among Law Enforcement Agencies, Colleges and Universities (justice.gov)