Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) are two federal laws that are focused on providing safe, inclusive, and welcoming learning and work environments on campus. Title IX, of the Education Amendments of 1972, is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in education. It states, “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Under VAWA, Section 304 of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2021, colleges and universities are required to:
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Implement policies and procedures to address sexual violence, domestic violence, interpersonal violence, and stalking.
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Provide education programs, prevention programs, and awareness campaigns on sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking.
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Provide information about available resources, law enforcement options, and protective measures such as changes to class schedules.
Southeastern Community College (“Southeastern”), in compliance with and as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 and its implementing regulations (“Title IX”) and other civil rights laws, as well as in furtherance of its own values as a higher education institution, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, age, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law in admission, treatment, or access to, or employment in, its programs and activities. (Policy 2.07) (Procedure 2.07.01)
The College has a responsibility to ensure compliance by demonstrating that our educational programs and other activities are operated in a manner consistent with Title IX regulations and provisions. The College has designated the director of human resources as the Title IX coordinator. He/she is designated as the person charged with providing general oversight of the Title IX program, coordinating the College’s implementation of this policy and for coordinating/handling complaints from faculty and other employees. The College has designated the dean of student services as the Title IX deputy coordinator. This individual is also responsible for the implementation of this policy and for coordinating/handling complaints from students.
Title IX Coordinator
Ian Callahan
Director, Human Resources
ian.callahan@sccnc.edu
910.788.6310
A-Building, Rm 107
Title IX Deputy Coordinator
Colene Faulk
Dean, Student Services
colene.faulk@sccnc.edu
910.788.6269
A-Building, Rm 130