GENDER DISCRIMINATION
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT
Wilmington University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for all faculty, staff and students. Inside this brochure you will find an overview of our sexual
misconduct policy, how to get help for anyone experiencing sexual misconduct, sex or gender-based harassment, or discrimination, where to report incidents and the community resources available to staff and students. Wilmington University, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its
policies, practices or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid and educational services.
. Stalking is defined as engaging in a course of conduct directed at a
Understanding Sexual Misconduct
Sexual Misconduct offenses include, but are not limited to sexual
harassment, sexual violence, sexual coercion, sexual exploitation, gender
discrimination, dating/domestic/intimate partner violence, stalking,
and retaliation.
. Sexual Harassment is defined as unwanted attention or an unwel-
come action based on one’s gender that is so severe, or pervasive that
it unreasonably interferes with the work or educational environment.
. Sexual Violence
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is defined as physical sexual acts perpetrated
against a person’s will or where a person is incapable of giving
consent. A number of acts fall into the category of sexual violence,
including but not limited to rape, sexual assault, sexual battery,
misconduct, and sexual coercion.
Sexual Coercion is defined as the act of using pressure (including
physical, verbal or emotional pressure), alcohol, medication, or drugs,
or force to have sexual contact against someone’s will or with
someone who has already refused.
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Sexual Exploitation is defined as taking sexual advantage of another.
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specific person that would cause a reasonable person to (a) fear for his or
her safety or the safety of others; or (b) suffer substantial emotional
distress.
. Retaliation is defined as any attempt to penalize or take an adverse
employment, educational, or institutional benefit action because of
participation in a complaint.
You can access the full policy online at wilmu.edu or in the Student or
Employee Handbook.
Mandatory Reporting
Faculty and staff are required by law to report incidents of sexual misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator. When a faculty or staff member
becomes aware of an allegation of the university’s Sexual Misconduct,
Discrimination or Harassment Policy committed by someone affiliated
with the university (e.g. faculty, staff, student, volunteer, vendor, contractor) or the incident occurs within an environment controlled by the
university (e.g. field trip) he/she must notify the university immediately
by contacting Dr. Nicole Romano, Title IX Coordinator at
302-356-6846 or reporting the incident to University Safety.
Consent is defined as the act of willingly agreeing to engage in
sexual contact/conduct. In order to give consent, one must be of legal
age and have the capacity to consent.
There are limited exceptions to the mandatory reporting obligations. For
more information regarding your reporting responsibilities, please
contact Dr. Nicole Romano, Title IX Coordinator at 302-356-6846.
of a person’s gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual
orientation or pregnancy.
For incidents of abuse or neglect of minors, Delaware law requires
reporting of abuse or neglect to the Department of Services for Children,
Youth and their Families at 800-292-9582 and/or local law enforcement.
Partner Violence is defined as
violence, including assault, battery or other physical abuse between
those in an intimate, dating or romantic relationship with each other.
Wilmington University is available to assist all concerned parties.
Contact Dr. Nicole Romano, Title IX Coordinator at 302-356-6846 for
additional help.
. Gender Discrimination is defined as adverse action taken because
. Dating/Domestic/Intimate
Victim’s Rights & Reporting
Victims of sexual misconduct are strongly encouraged to go to the nearest
hospital for medical services and a forensic exam. For emergency help or
to report the incident to local authorities, call 911. The university will
assist any victim with accessing law enforcement. Contact the Title IX
Coordinator or campus safety.
Title IX Coordinator
Dr. Nicole Romano
Human Resources Department
302.356.6846
[email protected]
Victims of sexual misconduct may also file a formal complaint within the
university system and are encouraged to do so with either the Title IX
Coordinator or University Safety. The university has an obligation to
investigate all reports of sexual misconduct and take prompt and
appropriate action.
Victims may choose not to report or file a complaint and get confidential
support from the National Crisis Hotline at 800.273.8255. Additional
resources are located in Chapter V of the Student Handbook, Appendix A
of the Annual Security Report, or with University Safety or Title IX
Coordinator.
EMERGENCY PHONE LOCATIONS
Middletown
Security Officer (5-10PM)...............................................302.293.7001
Use the red, gray or blue phones located on campus to
contact the Department of University Safety.
DAC Building
Outside Main Entrance
2nd Floor Lobby
3rd Floor Lobby
Peoples Building
Ground Floor Entrance
Library
2nd Floor Library
Alumni Building
Front Entrance
Lobby
Pratt Student Center
Parking Lots (exterior)
NE Corner ACC Lot
Pool Lot
SW Corner Admin Bldg
Rear of Alumni Center
Wilson Graduate Center
Main Entrance
Georgetown (Delaware Technical Community College)
Security
Owens Campus, Georgetown.........................................302.259.6241
Rehoboth Beach
Police/Fire Ambulance Response
University Phone...9-911
Non-University Phone.....................911
Brandywine
Security Officer (5-10PM).............................................302.293.7427
Student Lounge Entrance
West Entrance
East Entrance
Main Entrance Bld. #47
Main Lobby
North Entrance
POLICE / FIRE / AMBULANCE (for any location)
from a University Phone dial................................................9-911
from a Non-University Phone dial...........................................911
DELAWARE RESOURCES
New Castle
University Safety Response (24 hours)
University Phone...............................................................ext. 3333
Non-University Phone...............................................302.325.3333
Wilson Graduate Center
University Safety Response (24 hours)......................302.420.8378
Dover
University Safety Response (24 hours)......................302.233.3400
Athletics Complex...........................................................Dial 911
Dover Air Force Base
DAFB Security Police (24 hours)..............................302.677.6666
NEW JERSEY RESOURCES
Salem Community College
Campus Security (8-10PM)...........................................856.351.2911
Rowan College Burlington County—Mt. Laurel
RCBC Public Safety (24 hours)......................856.222.9311 ext. 2100
Rowan College Burlington County—Pemberton
RCBC Public Safety (24 hours).....................609.894.9311 ext. 1100
Cumberland County College
Security Officer (8-10PM).............................................302.293.7427
Office of Safety and Security
(24 hours)........................................................856.691.8600 ext. 1777
Rowan College Gloucester County
Security Officer (7-11PM)................................856.464.5207 ext. 4444
Sheriff ’s Department....................................................856.464.5207
Deptford Police............................................................ 856.845.5300
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
North Hanover Police Department
(24 hours)...................................................609.758.2522 ext. 223/227
MARYLAND RESOURCES
Cecil College, Elkton Station
Campus Security (24 hours)..............................410.287.1000 ext. 606
..............................410.287.6060 ext. 606
Cecil County Sheriff ’s Department.............................410.996.5800