Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You have the right to an Advisor of your choice, which can include an attorney.
It depends. If you are a minor, members of the Title IX team have certain mandatory reporting obligations, which may include notifying your parents/guardians of the incident.
If you are not a minor, this incident is a part of your education record, which is protected under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). This means that your education record cannot be shared with anyone with whom you have not given University permission to share.
No. You have options. If you are a Complainant and wish to resolve informally, you must first make a formal complaint. Upon receipt of this formal complaint, the Title IX Coordinator will provide you with additional information. Any party who wishes to resolve the matter informally should contact the Title IX Coordinator. All parties must agree, in writing, to informally resolve for this to be an option.
There is no statute of limitations on when a complaint can be filed however there are certain jurisdictional requirements that must be met to pursue a formal grievance process under Title IX.
APSU maintains a policy of offering parties and witnesses amnesty from minor policy violations such as underage consumption of alcohol or the use of illicit drugs related to the incident.
Respondents are expected to comply with the assigned sanctions, responsive actions, and/or corrective actions within the timeframe specified by the final Decision-maker(s). Failure to abide by the sanction(s)/action(s) imposed by the date specified, whether by refusal, neglect, or any other reason, may result in additional sanction(s)/action(s), including suspension, expulsion, and/or termination.
If a Respondent permanently withdraws or resigns, the resolution process ends with a dismissal, as APSU no longer has disciplinary jurisdiction over the withdrawn student or former employee. However, APSU will continue to address and remedy any systemic issues or concerns that may have contributed to the alleged violation(s), and any ongoing effects of the alleged harassment, discrimination, and/or retaliation.
APSU action(s) or processes are not typically altered or precluded on the grounds that civil or criminal charges involving the underlying incident(s) have been filed or that criminal charges have been dismissed or reduced. APSU may undertake a short delay in its investigation if circumstances require. Communication will be sent to the parties explaining the reason(s) for the delay and the anticipated duration of the delay.
If you want the Decision-Maker(s) to consider any prior statements made or evidence submitted by you, then yes, you must submit to cross-examination during the hearing. You have a choice not to, but your statements and evidence will not be considered by the Decision-maker(s).