Bates College is committed to principle of equal opportunity and to providing an educational and work environment free from any discrimination against, harassment of, or retaliation against any member of the college community on the basis of actual or perceived:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The college is dedicated to ensuring access, fairness, and equity for all persons in its educational programs, related activities, and employment, including those groups who have faced historical barriers to full and fair integration and participation. When brought to the attention of the college, Bates will take corrective action necessary to stop, prevent, and remedy discriminatory, harassing, and retaliatory behavior following the processes and procedures described in this policy. In addition, the college maintains a continuing commitment to identify and eliminate discriminatory practices in every phase of college operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bates is committed to ensuring full access to its educational programs and activities for students and employees with disabilities. In compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Maine Human Rights Act (MHRA), as well as other federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to individuals with disabilities, the college will work collaboratively to make reasonable accommodations for individuals with documented disabilities. All accommodations are made on an individual basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Students seeking accommodations should contact the Office of Accessible Education and Student Support<\/a>, which coordinates services and support for students, to initiate the process. Employees who wish to request accommodations should contact the Human Resources Office<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The college is committed to providing reasonable accommodations and support to qualified individuals to ensure equal access to the reporting and resolution process. Any person needing accommodations to assist them in reporting alleged violations, seeking support, or to ensure full access to the resolution process should notify the Title IX Coordinator<\/a>, the Director of Accessible Education, or the Human Resources Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bates is committed to ensuring the protection and equal treatment of pregnant individuals, people with pregnancy-related conditions, and new parents. In compliance with Title IX, the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the Maine Act to Protect Pregnant Workers, and the Maine Human Rights Act (MHRA), as well as other federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to pregnancy, the college will work collaboratively to make reasonable accommodations for individuals who are pregnant or experiencing pregnancy-related conditions. All accommodations are made on an individual basis. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Students seeking accommodations may contact the Associate Vice President for Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance, the Director of Health Services and Student Well-Being, or Office of Accessible Education and Student Support<\/a> to initiate the process. Employees who wish to request accommodations should contact the Human Resources Office<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The President of Bates College has designated Gwen Lexow, Associate Vice President for Title IX & Civil Rights Compliance, to serve as the college\u2019s Title IX Coordinator (hereafter, \u201cTitle IX Coordinator\u201d). The Title IX Coordinator oversees the college\u2019s compliance with all civil rights laws, including Title IX, and the implementation of its policies on equal opportunity, non-discrimination, and anti-harassment. As the leader of the Non-Discrimination Team, the Title IX Coordinator has the primary responsibility for the college\u2019s centralized review, investigation, and resolution of reports of bias, discrimination, harassment, sexual harassment, retaliation, and other civil rights violations. In addition, the Title IX Coordinator is responsible for overseeing comprehensive non-discrimination education and training and monitoring the effectiveness of this policy and related procedures to ensure an education and employment environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Trained in college policies and procedures and relevant state and federal laws, the Title IX Coordinator is available to meet with any community member who wishes to report a potential violation of this policy or desires more information about this policy, support resources, possible resolution options, or other courses of action at the college and in the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Title IX Coordinator acts with independence and authority free from bias and conflicts of interest. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Title IX Coordinator is assisted by Deputy Title IX Coordinators in athletics, student affairs, human resources, and the dean of faculty offices. These Deputy Title IX Coordinators have a shared responsibility for supporting the Title IX Coordinator and are accessible to any member of the community for consultation and guidance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Civil Rights Resolution Team works in conjunction with the Title IX Team and includes individuals involved in the resolution of reports, such as advisors, investigators, hearing officers, and appellate officers. Any individual involved in the resolution of complaints under this policy receives specific training designed to assist them with the execution of their role in the resolution process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All members of the Title IX Team and Civil Rights Resolution Team are vetted and trained to ensure that they are not biased for or against any party in a specific case, or for or against Complainants or Respondents generally. Any concerns regarding bias or potential conflict of interest of a Title IX or Civil Rights Resolution team member should be brought to the attention of the Title IX Coordinator. Any concerns regarding the Title IX Coordinator should be brought to the attention of the President (president@bates.edu<\/a> or 207-786-6100).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reports of potential policy violations or inquiries or complaints concerning the application of this policy may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator or any Deputy Title IX Coordinator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Associate Vice President for<\/strong> Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance\/Title IX Coordinator<\/strong> Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Athletics<\/strong> Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Faculty<\/strong> Deputy Title IX Coordinators for Staff and Visitors<\/strong> Patty Rooney, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students<\/strong> Inquiries may also be directed to the following government agencies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education<\/strong> Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education — Boston Office<\/strong> Maine Human Rights Commission<\/strong> Employees may also contact:<\/p>\n\n\n\n United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission<\/strong> United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission — Boston Office<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Individuals who participate in activities funded by federal grants (such as NASA, National Institute of Health (NIH), Department of Justice, etc.) may also report concerns directly to the funding agency.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" IV. 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\n\n\n\nB. Policy on Accommodation of Pregnancy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
C. Role of the Associate Vice President for Title IX & Civil Rights Compliance\/Title IX Coordinator<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nD. Roles of the Deputy Coordinators and Civil Rights Resolution Team<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n\nE. Contact Information<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Gwen Lexow
Lane Hall 202-A | 207-786-6445 | glexow@bates.edu<\/a> or titleix@bates.edu<\/a>
www.bates.edu\/<\/a>here-to-help<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Will Rothermel, Deputy Director of Athletics
Alumni Gym | 207-786-6342 | wrothermel@bates.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Don Dearborn, Associate Dean of Faculty and Professor of Biology
Lane Hall 120 | 207-786-6107 | ddearbor@bates.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jessica Fournier, Employee Relations Manager
220 College Street | 207-786-8270 | jfournier@bates.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
220 College Street | 207-786-6935 | prooney@bates.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Andee Bucciarelli, Assistant Dean of Community Standards
Chase Hall, Room 001E | 207-786-6215 | abucciar@bates.edu<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100
800-421-3481 | TTY: 800-877-8339 | OCR@ed.gov<\/a>
www.ed.gov\/ocr<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921
617-289-0111 | ocr.boston@ed.gov<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
#51 State House Station, 19 Union Street, Augusta, ME 04333
207-624-6290 | TTY: Maine Relay 711 | Request@mhrc.maine.gov<\/a>
www.maine.gov\/mhrc\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
131 M Street, NE, Washington, DC 20507
800-669-4000 | TTY: 800-669-6820 | ASL Video: 844-234-5122 | info@eeoc.gov<\/a>
www.eeoc.org<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
JFK Federal Building, 15 New Sudbury Street, Room 475, Boston, MA 02203-0506
800-669-4000 | TTY: 800-669-6820 | ASL Video: 844-234-5122<\/p>\n\n\n\n