Title IX
Pam LaValliere, Director of Human Resources, is the College's Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX Coordinator serves as the campus’ primary point of contact for those seeking information or wanting to report sexual harassment/sexual misconduct. The Title IX Coordinator is available to meet with those who believe they have been victimized. The Title IX Coordinator can also provide information as well as refer to sources of support.
You can reach the Title IX Coordinator during business hours at 608-663-4304 or at plavalliere@edgewood.edu.
What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a comprehensive federal law intended to end sex discrimination in all areas of education. Title IX made non-discrimination based on gender a condition of participation in federally funded education programs. It guarantees equal access to educational programs funded by the federal government and applies to all recipients of federal funds – both public and private institutions, though there are religious exemptions. It also applies to educational program equity, such as in athletics, and also to sexual harassment and sexual assault. Although Title IX applies to gender discrimination, like Title VII, it did not recognize sexual harassment as a form of discrimination until 1992 (Franklin v. Gwinnett Public Schools).
Edgewood College is committed to staying compliant with Title IX training and as such all incoming Freshmen and Transfers are required to take online training called “Think About It” which helps prepare students for the unique challenges and responsibilities of college life. It addresses issues related to alcohol, drugs and sexual misconduct, and provides important information regarding Edgewood College policies and available resources.
CONFIDENTIAL CAMPUS RESOURCES
Disclosing information can help with healing and being informed on resources and victim rights.
The following staff members can help you.
Megan Cobb, Licensed Psychologist
Personal Counseling Services
206 DeRicci |608-663-2281
mcobb@edgewood.edu
Kim Moreland, Nurse Practitioner
Director of Health Services
208 Predolin | 608-663-8334
kmoreland@edgewood.edu
Mary Klink, Director for Spiritual Life
Dominican Life
222 Predolin | 608-663-3451
mklink@edgewood.edu
NON-CONFIDENTIAL CAMPUS RESOURCES
If you report an incident of sexual misconduct to the following people, the College is required by federal law to investigate the incident.
Pam LaValliere
Title IX Coordinator, Dir. of Human Resources
214 DeRicci | 608-663-3317
plavalliere@edgewood.edu
Mike Metcalf
Director of Security
100 Weber | 608-663-4321
mmetcalf@edgewood.edu
Kelley Grorud
Associate Academic Dean
222 DeRicci | 608-663-2200
kgrorud@edgewood.edu
Tony Garcia
Director of Diversity & Inclusion
239 Predolin | 608-663-3274
tgarcia@edgewood.edu
Suann Saltzberry
Assistant Director of Athletics
D23 Edgedome | 608-663-3249
ssaltzberry@edgewood.edu
OFF-CAMPUS RESOURCES
Sources of information and advocacy
RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline
City of Madison Police Department
911 for emergency / 608-266-5938 for non-emergency
The Dane County Rape Crisis Center offers support and information for anyone who has experienced past or recent sexual assault. All services are confidential.
608-251-7273 (24-hour hotline)
Domestic Abuse Intervention Services