Sexual Abuse, Assault & Title IX Procedures

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and state civil rights law, Briar Cliff University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities. Discrimination on the basis of sex can include sexual harassment or sexual violence. Briar Cliff University pledges to maintain an environment that promotes the development of healthy relationships and respect for individuals.

University Policy on Sexual Abuse and Assault

Download Briar Cliff University's full policy on sexual abuse, assault and Title IX reporting by clicking on the link below.

Reporting Sexual Misconduct

If you have experienced any form of sexual harassment or assault, Briar Cliff University encourages you to report the incident as soon as possible. You can file an incident report online, or report the incident to any of the following individuals on campus:

Non-Confidential Reporting

UNIVERSITY TITLE IX COORDINATOR

Louise Paskey
Vice President of Student Development and Institutional Mission
712-279-5494
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TITLE IX DEPUTY COORDINATORS

Beau Sudtelgte
Director of Human Resources
712-279-1633
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David Arens
Assistant Dean of Student Development; Director of Housing
712-279-1715
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Marty Pottebaum
Director of Security
712-279-5430
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LAW ENFORCEMENT

The University encourages victims of all crimes, including sexual violence, to report such actions to the Sioux City police department at 911 in cases of emergency, or (712) 279-6960. The Campus Security Office will assist students in making such reports if they so choose.

Confidential Reporting

There are people on campus that victims or witnesses can talk to confidentially. You can call or approach any of the following professional staff confidentially and tell them what happened. They will listen and explain options, including, where deemed appropriate, the option of reporting a crime on a confidential basis. Information disclosed here cannot be shared with anyone unless the student consents. Talking to a “Confidential Support Contact” listed below does not constitute reporting the incident to the University:

Jeanette Tobin, LISW, MSW
Director of Counseling Services
712-279-5433
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(Carla) Jo Morgan
Campus Nurse & Director of Health Services
712-279-5436
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Sr. Janet May, O.S.F.
Director of Campus Ministry
712-279-5227
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NOTE: Personally identifiable information can be kept confidential, but general information (nature, date, time, and general location of incident) must be reported so the school can identify patterns or systemic problems related to campus sexual violence.