If you elect to file a report with law enforcement (MC Campus Police, the Police or another law enforcement
agency) an officer may conduct an investigation based on potential criminal activity related to the incident you
reported. You may also choose to consult a private attorney to explore legal options.
If you elect not to pursue or participate in disciplinary action (as applicable) through the Title IX and Sexual
Misconduct Policy, the College may determine it is necessary to pursue the complaint process without your
involvement. You will be notified if such an action is needed. In addition, the College may be required to document
this report for Clery Act statistics. The Clery Act requires all colleges and universities that participate in federal
financial aid programs to keep and disclose information about crime on and near their respective campuses. No
personally identifiable information about you is disclosed in the preparation and publishing of Clery Act reports.
The College can act on your complaint if you decide to pursue it at a later date. You may request further action
at any future time, consistent with the institution’s policy. The longer the period of time lapsed from the time of
the incident, the more difficult it will be to obtain information.
You may have protections under Title IX and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)/Clery Act. Sexual
harassment, sexual assault, and sexual violence are forms of sex discrimination and therefore violate law and policy.
Retaliation against anyone who participates in a complaint process will result in appropriate sanctions or other
disciplinary action as covered by applicable policies, laws and/or collective bargaining agreements.
You are encouraged to meet with the Title IX Coordinator at any time to discuss your options, concerns
and questions. Please contact Title IX Coordinators via phone or email – give infosheet with contact info. The
Title IX Coordinators are located in Park Center. The Title IX webpage at www.meredith.edu.title-ix outlines
available resources and your rights.
I understand I have the right to a conduct process
(as applicable) that runs concurrently with a
criminal justice investigation and proceeding, except
for temporary delays as requested by external
municipal entities while law enforcement gathers
evidence.
I understand I can change my decision regarding the
above listed services at any time. If I change my
decision, I will contact Campus Police, a Title IX
Coordinator, or the campus resource directly. I have
been advised of the options and resources available to
me and the information contained on this form.