Title IX Policies & Procedures
Buena Vista University maintains policies and procedures that prohibit sex discrimination and sexual misconduct and outline how reports and complaints are addressed.
Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Policy
BVU's Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Policy addresses prohibited conduct, reporting options, supportive measures, and the processes used to respond to reports and complaints.
Prohibited conduct addressed by University policy includes:
- Sex discrimination
- Sexual harassment
- Sexual assault
- Domestic violence
- Dating violence
- Stalking
- Sexual exploitation
- Retaliation
The policy also provides important definitions related to consent, incapacitation, coercion, complainants, respondents, reports, complaints, and other terms used throughout the University's Title IX process.
Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Policy
Title IX Grievance Procedures
BVU's grievance procedures explain how the University responds to complaints of sex discrimination and sexual misconduct, including applicable procedures for investigation and resolution.
View Title IX Grievance Procedures
Employee Reporting Responsibilities
University employees who are not designated confidential resources and who receive information regarding possible sexual misconduct are instructed to promptly report that information to the Title IX Coordinator in accordance with University policy.
Reports should include relevant information known to the employee, such as the individuals involved and the date, time, location, and circumstances of the reported conduct.
Employees receiving a report should not attempt to investigate the allegation, determine credibility, or require an individual to provide additional details. The Title IX Coordinator will evaluate the information and determine appropriate next steps consistent with University policy.
Reporting Officials
The following University positions are designated as Reporting Officials:
- President
- Executive Assistant to the President
- Vice President for Finance and Administration
- Vice President for Student Success
- Vice President for Academic Affairs
- Vice President for Extended University Programs
- Vice President for University Development & Alumni Engagement
- Vice President for Enrollment Management
- Assistant Vice President for Student Success
- Director of Community Engagement
- Director of Recreation Services
- Assistant Director of Career & Personal Development
- Administrative Assistant, Career & Personal Development
- Assistant Director of Campus Activities & Leadership
- Director of Residence Life & Housing
- Area Coordinators
- Director of Campus Security
- Assistant Director of Campus Security
- Campus Security Officers
- Office Manager, GSLC
- Program Coordinator for the Office of Community Engagement
- Director of Athletics
- Assistant Athletic Director
- Head and Assistant Coaches
- Human Resources Director
Harassment and Discrimination
BVU is committed to maintaining a community in which individuals are treated with dignity and respect and are free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.
BVU prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, creed, citizenship status, sex, marital status, familial status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military service or affiliation, genetic information, age, and other characteristics protected by law in its educational programs, employment, and University activities.
Sexual and gender-based misconduct is addressed through the University's Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Policy. Other allegations of discrimination and harassment are addressed under BVU's Policy Against Harassment and Discrimination.
Policy Against Harassment and Discrimination
Questions About Title IX Policies
Questions about Title IX, University policies, or the complaint process may be directed to:
Erin Heuton
Title IX Coordinator | University Compliance Manager
Human Resources Office
712.749.2061
titleix@bvu.edu
[Contact the Title IX Coordinator]