ƽ prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct committed against ƽ community members of any gender, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Sexual-orientation based harassment and gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of sexual nature are also included under this directive. Retaliation against anyone who files a complaint under this policy is also prohibited.
The definition of “sexual misconduct” at ƽ includes:
All of these behaviors are defined in full in the Sexual Misconduct Policy. The policy also outlines the administrative investigatory process followed after the university receives a complaint.
Reports of all sexual misconduct are reported to the Title IX Coordinator for investigation if it satisfies the elements of a formal complaint, regardless if the reporting party chooses to pursue criminal charges. If a formal complaint is submitted, the university will provide a prompt, fair and impartial investigation and resolution process. Throughout this process both the reporting and responding party have the following rights:
What should you do if you have been a victim of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking? Guidance and answers to this question can be found on ƽ’s Title IX webpage.
If you have questions regarding the policy or would like more information beyond what is listed in this document, you are free to contact the Title IX Staff. They also work with individuals on all request for interim measures such as housing accommodations, no contact orders, and academic support.
Natasha L. Robinson, JD
Deputy Chief Diversity Officer & Title IX Coordinator
AUD 476B
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Chicago, IL 60605
Office number: (312) 281-3245
Email address: nrobinson13@roosevelt.edu
A Confidential Advisor is an individual to whom victims of sexual misconduct can report anonymously or directly except where specifically required by law. Confidential advisors are not obligated to report crimes to the University or law enforcement. At ƽ, we have partnered with the YWCA Metropolitan Chicago to provide our campus with confidential advising services. Please visit for more information about available services and resources.
As part of our plan to support student health and wellness, ƽ's Division of Student Affairs offers all students with 24/7 access to healthcare through TimelyCare, a mobile platform that connects patients with doctors. Students have access to on-demand support from counselors, doctors and nurse practitioners from anywhere. This service is unlimited and remains accessible to students as long as they are currently enrolled at ƽ.
to utilize a variety of services:
Please contact Meagan Jarmuz at mjarmuz@roosevelt.edu.
In partnership with Chicago area universities and private practice therapists, provides 20 free therapy sessions to currently enrolled student survivors who have experienced sexual harm while in high school, college, or graduate school. Counseling is an effective way to process harmful experiences, gain skills to work through issues that often accompany sexual harm, and begin the journey of healing and reconnection.