Title IX Integral to Hofstra fulfilling its mission is a commitment to a clear understanding of interpersonal respect – ensuring that members of our community are not subjected to sexual misconduct, relationship violence, or any discriminatory harassment on the basis of sex or gender. Hofstra has policies, procedures, and resources to prevent and address these issues, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (a federal civil rights law prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex in federally funded education programs and activities). Policies include the Student Policy Prohibiting Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking; the Title IX Grievance Policy for complaints against students; and the Hofstra University Harassment Policy for complaints against employees or other members of the University community. Students at Hofstra should also be aware of their rights under the Students’ Bill of Rights, as these rights relate to the offenses of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault. To view all policies, visit hofstra.edu/title-ix.
Important Conversations Family Guide
Hofstra’s Title IX coordinator for student issues and director of student wellness education oversees the University’s response to reports and complaints of discriminatory harassment, relationship violence, and other sexual misconduct, as well as any patterns or systemic problems that may occur with regard to students. The coordinator is available to meet with students to discuss Hofstra’s policies related to these important topics (StudentTitleIX@hofstra.edu or 516-463-5841 or Room 127 Wellness and Campus Living Center, North Campus). The coordinator also provides periodic training on a wide spectrum of topics related to the prevention of – and resources and support available in the event of – domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, discriminatory harassment, and sexual assault. Links to some support resources and Hofstra’s policies, including the Students’ Bill of Rights, are available at hofstra.edu/title-ix.
We Appreciate You! Thank you, families, for being a part of our efforts in prevention and safety. Your communication with your student is more valued than you might imagine. It helps form an effective alliance with the advocacy and prevention education programs taking place at Hofstra. Questions? Please don’t hesitate to contact Parent and Family Programs at parents@hofstra.edu or 516-463-4698.
PARENT AND FAMILY PROGRAMS Room 240 Sondra and David S. Mack Student Center 200 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY 11549-2000 516-463-4698 | parents@hofstra.edu