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Non-Discrimination Notice

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC) provides equal opportunity to all employees, students, applicants for employment, and the public regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

TAMU-CC will promptly, impartially, and thoroughly investigate all complaints of illegal discrimination, sexual harassment, and related retaliation in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, Texas A&M University (TAMU) System Policy 08.01, Civil Rights Protections and Compliance, TAMU System Regulation 08.01.01, Civil Rights Compliance, and TAMU-CC rules and/or procedures.

For inquiries regarding illegal discrimination or ADA services, contact Dr. Rosie Ruiz at 361.825.5826 or rosie.ruiz@tamucc.edu.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination. It is unwelcome conduct on the basis of sex (of a sexual nature or otherwise):

by an employee of the member who conditions the provision of an aid, benefit, or service of the member on an individual’s participation in that unwelcome sexual conduct;
determined by a reasonable person to be so severe and pervasive and objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person access to the member’s education program or activity; or
sexual assault or dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking based on sex.

Any member of the campus community or public who witnesses, is subjected to, or is informed about incidents of illegal discrimination, sexual harassment, and/or related retaliation involving faculty, staff, or students, please contact the university’s Civil Rights Officer/Title IX Coordinator:

Civil Rights Officer | Title IX Coordinator
Dr. Rosie Ruiz
Corpus Christi Hall Room 130
361.825.5826
rosie.ruiz@tamucc.edu

Anonymous Civil Rights/Title IX reports can also be made via the Texas A&M University System Online Complaint Portal.

Title IX

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity. Sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination. Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, including discrimination based upon sex. EDCS serves as the Title IX office and has the following responsibilities:

Oversee overall Title IX compliance
Ensure prompt and equitable resolutions
Establish a centralized reporting process for all sexual harassment/misconduct allegations on campus
Conduct on-going and annual climate checks/tracking/monitoring of sexual harassment/misconduct allegations on campus
Coordinate all training, education and prevention efforts
Provide resources to students, faculty, and staff to address concerns related to sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual misconduct, and sex discrimination

Title IX Coordinator
Dr. Rosie Ruiz, Ed.D, PHR, SHRM-CP
EDCS Administrator
Corpus Christi Hall Room 130
361.825.5826
rosie.ruiz@tamucc.edu

If an act of sexual misconduct occurs, you are likely to have many concerns, including physical health and safety, emotional and mental well-being, medical issues such as sexually transmitted infections and pregnancy, and, for some, interpersonal relationships. Another common concern may be understanding the process for responding and reporting the act.

The TAMU-CC Title IX Office can help you understand your options and how to respond. If you have experienced sexual assault or sexual misconduct, you may:

Contact the University Police Department at 361.825.4444
File an online Title IX complaint or submit a mandatory report
Notify the Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Rosie Ruiz, at rosie.ruiz@tamucc.edu or 361.825.5826.

The University Police Department has a crime victim's advocate that can assist you. You can also contact University Counseling, the University Health Center, or Student Conduct & Advocacy as appropriate.

In accordance with TAMU System regulation Civil Rights Compliance, 08.01.01, university employees (including student employees) must report complaints/reports of alleged or suspected discrimination to the campus Title IX Coordinator/Deputy as soon as possible after receiving or becoming aware of the alleged or suspected discrimination. An employee who experiences, observes, or becomes aware of alleged or suspected discrimination that has been committed by or against a person who was a student enrolled at or an employee of the institution at the time of the incident, must promptly report the incident to the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator. Students are encouraged to report.

To file a report of sexual assault, sexual misconduct, or civil rights violation, please use one or more of the following options:

Submit a civil rights/Title IX complaint online via EthicsPoint
Notify the Title IX coordinator, Dr. Rosie Ruiz, at 361.825.5826 or rosie.ruiz@tamucc.edu
You may also contact the University Police Department at 361.825.4444

TAMU-CC offers innovative, engaging, and informative online courses, created with students and for students. They examines the interconnected issues of hooking up, substance abuse, sexual violence, and healthy relationships through a variety of interactive, realistic scenarios and guided self-reflection. The courses promote a safer campus environment for students through healthier, better-informed decisions about relationships, sex, drugs, and alcohol. Log in using your Islander email and password.

Our university mission is to prepare students for lifelong learning and responsible citizenship. Accordingly, addressing sexual misconduct and violence remains a top campus and A&M System priority. Moreover, Title IX federal and state legislation require institutions to take necessary precautions to prevent sexual assault on their campuses and to respond promptly and effectively when an assault is reported.

For questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Rosie Ruiz at 361.825.5826 or rosie.ruiz@tamucc.edu.

Corpus Christi Police Department 361.886.2600
RAINN
Coastal Bend Wellness Foundation
National Network to End Domestic Violence (NNEDV)
Help a friend or family member who is being abused, provided by National Domestic Violence Hotline
Help a Stranger and Help a Friend, provided by love is respect
Men Can Be Victims of Abuse Too, provided by National Domestic Violence Hotline
Help for Men Who Are Being Abused, provided by HelpGuide.org
National Domestic Violence Hotline supports victims and survivors of domestic violence through highly trained and experienced advocates. Call 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) or 1.800.787.3224 (TTY).
Domestic Violence Resources, provided by The Recovery Village

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Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual student and employee. It is our firm commitment to ensure that access to programs and activities will be provided to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi's students, employees, prospective employees, and the public. To achieve this goal, discrimination based on a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or genetic information is strictly prohibited as defined by federal law and state statute. These protections extend to employment and admissions decisions.

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