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Ethics and Title IX

Higher Ed Connects: Ethics

The Department of Education recently handed down a $4.5 million fine , the largest-ever of its kind, to Michigan State for “its systemic failure to protect students from sexual abuse” and requires the school “to make major changes to its Title IX procedures.” This article will cover: Title IX and Compliance.

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University of Denver Investigates Antisemitic Incidents

Confessions of a Community College Dean

The campus Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX is also investigating the acts. ” “In the wake of moments like these—moments that shake a community’s trust—the effects are deeply felt by those who share the identity of those targeted,” Haefner wrote.

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1100 Colleges and the Republic’s March to Madness

Higher Ed Connects: News

Still, Judge Wilken let the model live on because higher education’s lawyers convinced her that people would not watch the tournament anymore if players got paid. Legal Doesn’t Mean Educational. The revenue model’s injustice seems obvious. The keys to seeing the flashing red light embedded in Judge Wilken’s decision are three.

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Report Examines Sexual Harassment, Violence Reporting for Student-Athletes

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

The report examines barriers for athletes in reporting sexual harassment and violence to their colleges, how selected colleges address sexual harassment and violence in athletic programs, and the extent the U.S. Student-athletes may find it more difficult to report sexual harassment and violence, according to a report released by the U.S.

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DePaul Cannot Dismiss Title IX Case, Court Rules

Confessions of a Community College Dean

An Illinois district court denied a motion by DePaul University Monday to dismiss a wrongful-termination Title IX lawsuit brought by a sports psychologist whose company provided mental health care to the university’s student athletes. Monday’s ruling dispelled the notion that Title IX has such limits.

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Title IX coordinator: More than just a mandatory role

University Business

One of the most important administration positions at colleges and universities right now is the Title IX coordinator. In light of the new Title IX regulations that schools must implement by August 1, the role is of even greater importance.

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The Role of Title IX in Preventing Sexual Violence

College for Creative Study

Written by Jess Ettell Irvine, Title IX Coordinator April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and it is a time to educate about the prevalence of sexual violence that occurs approximately every 68 seconds in the United States and bring attention to preventing future violence. So, what does that mean?