Frequently Asked Questions

If there is a question which you would like to see on this page in the future, please e-mail it to us at  titleix@csuci.edu or text it to us at 805-312-6759. If you or someone else is in danger, please contact 911 as soon as it is safest to do so. 

Making a Report:

  • The short answer is that we do not expect you to know what is covered under Title IX and/or the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. Determining whether an incident rises to the level of a policy violation is what our office is here to do. We encourage you to air on the side of making a report, so that we can offer resources to any affected parties as soon as possible. 

    If you submit a report (or one is submitted on your behalf), we will provide you with information about what your options are, which includes your rights under the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. There will be a lot to sift through, which is why we invite you to come meet with us so that we can answer any questions you may have and discuss your options. 

  • At different points on every college campus, conduct will be reported which is deemed to not meet the narrow policy definitions set forth by federal and state law. However, the University recognizes the need to address these incidents in a timely and appropriate manner. These incidents might include unprofessional conduct, behavior which violates the Student Conduct code, or other disruptive behavior. 

    To address concerns that do not fall under Title IX and Inclusion, our office follows a procedure to refer any such matters to the most suitable office for further review and potential action. Referrals are submitted using the Other Conduct of Concern (OCC) process. Depending on the nature of the report, the referral will be routed to Faculty Affairs, Human Resources, or Student Conduct. 

    Click the following link to learn more about the OCC process at CSUCI: Misconduct at CSUCI - CSU Channel Islands

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    Quick, anytime reporting, even anonymously. Anonymous reporting allows you to disclose a suspected violation of the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy without revealing your identity or requesting administrative action. However, please be aware that limited information may restrict the University’s ability to take corrective action, as outlined in Section VI, Subsection E of the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy.

    Click the red “Make a Report” button on any page. Fill in as much or as little as you’re comfortable sharing; attach files or screenshots if helpful.

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    Email titleix@csuci.edu

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    Virtual appointments available.

    In-person appointments, in-person reports, paperwork drop-off

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  • There are many reasons people decide not to report after being harmed, and the fear of not being believed is one. But, please do not let shame, embarrassment, or fear of not being believed stop you from getting assistance. It is not your fault. 

    When an incident of sexual assault, discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, dating or domestic violence, or stalking is reported to the Title IX & Inclusion office, part of our purpose is to offer supportive measures and resources, whether or not a Formal Complaint is filed. Everything you share with us will be taken seriously and treated with the utmost importance and respect. 

     

  • Both the law and CSU policy work to ensure that a fear of drug or alcohol violations does not create a barrier to keep any individual from reporting to our office. Incapacitation precludes Affirmative Consent under the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. 

Intake & Initial Assessment:

  • The most important thing is for YOU to feel safe and get the assistance you need if you have been harmed. We encourage you to share what happened with people of your choosing. You might choose to tell:

    • The Campus Advocate (confidential)
    • Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) (confidential)
    • The Title IX & Inclusion Office
    • Campus or local police  A university employee (see below information about the Duty to Report) 
    • A friend or family member

  • If you DO NOT wish to disclose the details of what happened to the Title IX & Inclusion office, there are confidential support options:

    Campus Advocate 

    Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)

    Both the campus advocate and CAPS can request supportive measures on your behalf, without disclosing details of what happened to the Title IX & Inclusion office.

  • You have the right to be offered and receive reasonably available support services and interim supportive measures, available both on and off campus. You do not have to file a formal complaint with the Title IX Office or a criminal complaint to receive support services and/or interim supportive measures. Interim supportive measures are temporary, and can be implemented to help students who have experienced harm. It’s our responsibility to provide students with ways that will assist them in completing their courses and keep them moving toward obtaining their degree.

    Some of the most common interim supportive measures include:

    • Changing your on-campus living arrangements
      • Modifying your class or work schedule
    • Helping you get a leave of absence or retroactive withdrawal
      • Creating a no-contact order between two parties

    The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the effective implementation of interim supportive measures. Interim supportive measures will remain confidential except when it is not possible to maintain confidentiality to provide the interim supportive measures (for example, if a no-contact directive is issued).

    Reasonable interim supportive measures are available on an ongoing basis, now or in the future, at the individual’s request. Our office does not share the details of the incident when requesting academic support from professors. Remember: You do not have to file a formal complaint (go forward with an investigation) to receive interim supportive measures.

  • Important: The initial report we receive is called an Incident Report or IR. After that is received, we contact you and provide you with more information about the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. If what happened is considered a violation of the Nondiscrimination Policy, you have several options for going forward. One of those options is filing a Formal Complaint (This is in addition to the Incident Report). 

    At any point after an Incident Report is submitted, you can choose to file a Formal Complaint. When a Formal Complaint is filed, the Title IX Coordinator will assess whether to open an investigation into the allegations against the respondent and under which process. At that point, the Respondent will be notified. If there are witnesses, they will be contacted and interviewed. Prior to signing a Formal Complaint, we provide you with an estimated timeline for completion and we also prepare you with certain details that may not remain confidential during the course of the investigation.

    Per CSU Nondiscrimination Policy, the Title IX office must remain neutral, which means we can extend supportive measures to all parties involved in the incident, if requested. If you choose to go forward with a Formal Complaint investigation, the University has a responsibility to gather all evidence necessary to reach a determination regarding responsibility. It is not your job to “prove” the allegations, nor is it the Respondent’s responsibility to “disprove” the allegations. The procedure and timeline will be explained fully to all parties. You have the option to have a support person with you at every step of the process.

    Note: We use the information in the IR, along with other details provided by you, as the basis for the Formal Complaint. There are some instances in which the Title IX Coordinator will determine it is necessary to move forward with an investigation even if you do not want one. When a Complainant requests that no investigation occur, the Title IX Coordinator must balance the request against the campus’s duty to provide a safe and non-discriminatory environment for all members of the campus community. Any decision is made with the utmost care and consideration, and will be discussed with you before anything happens. 

  • The University will protect the privacy of everyone involved in a report to the greatest degree possible under applicable law and University policy. Personally identifiable information about the parties involved will be shared only on a need-to-know basis, e.g., to those who are investigating/adjudicating the report or those involved in providing support services.

    If you are requesting supportive measures in your classes, the Title IX & Inclusion office will e-mail your professors and note that the interim supportive measures are authorized for valid reasons authorized under the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy. We will not share details of your report with your professors. For mutual no-contact orders (NCO), only your first and last name is disclosed to the other party. 

    Note: If you choose to go forward with filing a Formal Complaint, the details of what happened will be shared with the parties involved in the investigation, which can include Complainants, Respondents, Witnesses (to the extent information is necessary for witnesses to answer questions), potential Hearing Officers, Investigators, etc. Our staff will explain exactly what to expect prior to starting the proceedings.

     

  • Confidential = Counselors, Victim Advocates, Clergy, and Off-campus doctors. They do not share your info without written permission (exceptions: imminent harm, child abuse). 

    Non-Confidential = Most employees must inform Title IX if they learn of potential harassment or violence. 

Formal Complaints:

  • You can pursue a Formal Complaint if:

      1. You are a student, employee, or applicant at the university.
      2. You are a third party (e.g., contractor, visitor, volunteer) who was impacted by the alleged behavior.
      3. You are the parent or guardian of a minor student with appropriate authorization.
      4. In some cases, the Title IX Coordinator may file a Formal Complaint on behalf of the university.

  • Complainants, Respondents, and Witnesses all have important rights, including the right to:

      1. Be treated with dignity, respect, and impartiality
      2. Access supportive measures, regardless of whether a Formal Complaint is filed
      3. Have a Support Person or Advisor present in meetings
      4. Receive regular updates on the status of the case
      5. Request accommodations for disabilities or language needs
      6. Review and respond to the evidence collected before any decisions are made

  • Filing a Formal Complaint is typically voluntary, and you may request to withdraw it at any time by contacting our office in writing. If both parties and the university agree, you may also pause or switch to an Alternative Resolution path instead of continuing with a full investigation. We’ll talk you through all options before moving forward. Even if you withdraw your Formal Complaint, you can still receive supportive measures and resources.

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