If it happens, we need to know about it!
Title IX at
If you have experienced sexual discrimination, and sexual
violence in particular, this brochure includes some things
you should know about your Title IX rights.
Messiah College is committed to maintaining an environment conducive to learning for all students and a professional workplace for its employees; as such, we take active measures against all discrimination, discriminatory
harassment, and sexual harassment, including any type of
violence or misconduct.
Any student who believes he or she has been the victim of
discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or sexual harassment, including any type of violence or sexual misconduct is
urged to report the matter.
Students who witness or learn of another person becoming
the victim of discrimination, discriminatory harassment, or
sexual harassment, including any type of violence or sexual
misconduct are also urged to report the matter:
www.messiah.edu/i_need_to_report.
If you see an act of violence, have suspicions
that violence is occurring or fear that violence
is imminent, call 911 immediately.
Campus Resources
 Resources Coordination:
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Dean of Students—Kristin Hansen-Kieffer, x3760
General Questions & Concerns:
Title IX Coordinator—Amanda Coffey, x5300
Title IX Deputy Coordinator—Doug Wood x3200
Campus Safety and Security:
Department of Safety—x6005 (24 Hour Dispatch);
Emergencies, x6565
Safety & Police Reporting Info:
Cindy Burger, Director of Safety & Dispatch, x7272
Health, Counseling and Emotional Support Services:
Engle Center— Counseling Services, x5357
Health Services, x6035
Off-Campus Resources
Police Information:
 Upper Allen Twp. Police (Cumberland County): 911
 Carroll Twp. Police (York County): 717-766-0249
Medical Treatment:
 Harrisburg Hospital: 717-221-6250 *
 Carlisle Regional Medical Center: 717-249-1212 *
 Holy Spirit Hospital: 717-763-2100*
* provide professional staff who specifically handle sexual assaults
Cumberland County Advocacy & Rape Crisis Services:
Office: 1-888-727-2877; HOTLINE: 717-2584324 OR 717-258-1143
YWCA Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Services in
Harrisburg: 1-800-654-1211 OR 717-238-7273
Open 24 Hours/7 Days Week
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Messiah College & Title IX:
Know Your Rights
www.messiah.edu/sexual_misconduct_incident_report
www.messiah.edu/harassment_reporting_form
The following members of the College community have been
specifically trained on Title IX, Clery regulations and responding to reports of sexual discrimination and harassment:
Title IX Coordinator
Amanda Coffey, Vice President for Human Resources &
Compliance
Old Main 2nd Floor
[email protected], 717-796-5300
Title IX Deputy Coordinator
Cindy Burger, Director of Investigations, Compliance and Training
Greenbriar Building
[email protected], 717-691-6005
Title IX Deputy Coordinator
Brooke Good, Assistant Director of Athletics, Senior Women’s
Administrator
Sollenberger Sports Center 140B
[email protected], 717-796-1800 ext. 7359
Title IX Deputy Coordinator
Doug Wood, Associate Dean of Students
Eisenhower Campus Center 205
[email protected], 717-796-1800 ext. 3200
Title IX of the Education Amendments
of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination —
which includes sexual violence — in
educational programs and activities.
Students, staff, faculty, and other employees have the right to pursue education, including athletic programs, scholarships, and other activities, free from
sex discrimination, including sexual violence, sexual misconduct, stalking and
harassment.
Messiah College Must Respond Promptly and
Effectively to Sexual Violence
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You have the right to report the incident to Messiah College, have Messiah College investigate what happened, and
have your complaint resolved promptly and equitably.
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You have the right to choose to report an incident of sexual
violence to College officials and/or local law enforcement. A
criminal investigation does not relieve Messiah College of its
duty under Title IX to respond promptly and effectively to a
complaint of sexual harassment or sexual violence.
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Messiah College has published policies and procedures prohibiting sexual misconduct and for reporting complaints of
sex discrimination, including sexual violence:
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www.messiah.edu/title_ix_policy
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www.messiah.edu/harassment_reporting_map
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www.messiah.edu/safety_security_report
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Messiah College must protect you as necessary, even before
we complete any investigation. Once the incident is reported, the College is prepared to implement interim measures
as needed.
Once you tell Messiah College about an incident of sexual
violence, you have the right to receive some immediate
help, such as changing classes, residences, or transportation.
Messiah College Prohibits Retaliation
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Engle Center (717) 691-6035 or ext 6035
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College Ministries (717) 691-6017
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Even if you do not specifically ask for confidentiality, Messiah College will only disclose information to individuals who
are responsible for handling the response to sexual harassment and/or sexual violence.
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You have the right to talk with College officials about protecting your safety and privacy.
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If an investigation reveals that sexual harassment/sexual
violence created a hostile environment, Messiah College
must take prompt and effective steps reasonably calculated
to end the sexual harassment/sexual violence, eliminate
the hostile environment, prevent its recurrence, and, as
appropriate, remedy its effects.
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Appropriate remedies will generally include disciplinary
action against the perpetrator, but may also include remedies to help you get your education back on track (like
academic support, retaking a class without penalty, and
counseling). These remedies are in addition to any interim
measures you received.
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Messiah College may also determine that it’s most appropriate to provide remedies for the broader student population (such as training) or change its services or policies
to prevent such incidents from repeating.
If you believe that you are a victim of sexual discrimination including sexual harassment, sexual
misconduct, sexual assault, stalking, dating violence or rape at Messiah College, know that you
have the following rights:
Messiah College Must Conduct an Adequate,
Reliable, and Impartial Investigation
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To receive basic information about services designed to
assist you
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To recover your losses —to the extent possible—
through restitution and the return of property that was
seized as evidence when it is no longer needed
Both parties have the right to be accompanied at all hearings and meetings by the advisor of their choice.
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Messiah College must resolve your complaint based on
what College officials believe is more likely than not to have
happened based upon an investigation (this is called a preponderance-of-the-evidence standard of proof). Messiah
College will not use a higher standard of proof.
To seek or have sought on your behalf as soon as possible
counseling and medical attention at the Engle Center or
elsewhere as needed including at the nearest hospital
emergency room
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To report the crime to the Department of Safety and/or
the public law enforcement agency.
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To be informed of the outcome of any disciplinary proceeding held
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To have the option of changing your academic and living
situations if so requested and if the changes are reasonably
available
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To request that the College implement a “no-contact”
mandate with the perpetrator
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To not “work it out” with the alleged perpetrator through
mediation. Messiah College does not consider mediation
to be appropriate in cases involving sexual violence.
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Both parties have the right to be notified of the timeframes
for all major stages of the investigation.
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Both parties have the right to present witnesses and evidence.
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Retaliation against someone who files a complaint or who
participates in an investigation is strictly prohibited by College policy and by law.
You have the right to report any retaliation by College employees, the alleged perpetrator, and/or other students.
Messiah College will take strong responsive action if retaliation occurs.
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When faculty and staff not involved in the offices above
learn about sexual harassment and/or sexual violence involving students, they have an obligation to report it.
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Some people, such as counselors or victim advocates, can
talk with you in confidence without triggering a report or an
investigation. Specifically, you can contact any of the following to report an incident of sexual harassment and/or sexual
violence in confidence:
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Messiah College Must Provide Interim Measures
as Necessary
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Messiah College Must Provide Remedies as
Necessary
Confidential Support Services
You have the right to be notified in writing of the outcome
of your complaint and any appeal, including any sanctions
that directly relate to you.
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The appeal process is equally available for both parties.
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You have the right to review any proceedings documented,
which may include written findings of fact, transcripts, or
audio recordings.