Title IX
Title IX
Introduction
The RIT Title IX Staff is now available during business hours in Eastman Hall on the 6th Floor.
- Stacy DeRooy - Room 6046 Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Catherine Farina - Room 6039 Thursday
- Darci Lane-Williams - Room 6045 Friday
You may file a report online contact us by email or phone (585) 475-7158.
If you have an emergency please contact RIT Public Safety at (585) 474-3333 or text (585) 205-8533.
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RIT will not discriminate in terms and conditions of employment, admission, and participation in programs or residential life. The policy prohibits discrimination and harassment on campus, or at any RIT activities off campus, by its administrators, faculty, staff, students and student organizations, and external organizations and individuals in their operations with RIT.
All students, faculty, and staff are protected under Title IX and have the right to file an internal complaint if you or someone you know at RIT has experienced any of the following prohibited behaviors:
- Sexual Misconduct (including sexual violence, dating violence, and stalking)
- Sexual Harassment
- Gender Discrimination
- Retaliation
You can find definitions of the above terms in the D19.0 Student Gender-Based and Sexual Misconduct Policy.
The Title IX Coordinator has overall responsibility for the university's institutional compliance with Title IX.
Title IX Team
As the Title IX Coordinator and Director, Stacy is responsible for overseeing the university’s compliance with Title IX, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and related reporting and disclosure laws concerning campus safety.
As the Title IX Investigator, Catherine conducts investigations of sex discrimination claims made against any employee of the university. Catherine serves as the point of contact between Public Safety, Student Conduct, and Human Resources for Title IX investigations.
Darci is the Title IX Coordinator and is responsible for ensuring the Title IX processes are followed including compliance with all laws and policies related to sex and gender based harassment and discrimination. Darci collaborates with various campus partners to deliver training and serves as a resource and subject matter expert for the RIT community. To ensure equity in the Title IX process, Darci works with all parties involved in any cases or situations of concern.
James provides Title IX support for the RIT community as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator and can help explain the options, processes and answer any questions you may have. He is also available to provide educational workshops/programming on various Title IX topics.
Amy provides Title IX support for the Deaf/Hard of hearing community as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator and can help explain the options, processes and answer any questions you may have. She is also available to provide educational workshops/programming on various Title IX topics.
Lana provides Title IX support for the RIT community as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator and can help explain the options, processes and answer any questions you may have. She is also available to provide educational workshops/programming on various Title IX topics.
Helpful Resources
If you need additional assistance, but aren't sure where to go please visit the webpages below for on and off-campus resources:
RIT Student Affairs: Counseling and Psychological Services
The National Domestic Violence Hotline
