Lamar University is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and educational environment consistent with applicable federal and state law. The Office of Title IX receives reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, and other forms of prohibited sexual misconduct. This page provides information about reporting options and the University's resolution processes to students, employees, and visitors. Whether you choose to submit a report or are seeking information about your rights and available options, the Title IX Office is available to provide guidance and assistance.

Reporting Options:

• You may choose to report directly to the Title IX Coordinator.
• You will receive information about support services available to you.
• The option of reporting to law enforcement will also be explained to you.
• No information will be provided to law enforcement without your permission.

Title IX Related Roles & Definitions:

Reporting Roles

• Complainant means an individual who is alleged to be the victim of Sexual Misconduct, and shall be referred to herein as either Complainant or victim. 
• Respondent refers to the person accused of Sexual Misconduct.
• Witness refers to an individual who has directly observed, possess firsthand knowledge , or other information that may assist in determining the facts.

Responsible Employee

• Responsible employee refers to a University employee engaged in the course and scope of their employment, including campus police or security. All Employees are Responsible Employees except Confidential Employees as. Responsible Employees include all administrators, faculty, staff, residence life directors and Advisors, and graduate teaching assistants. 
• Senate Bill 212 (Mandated Reporting): A Texas law that requires most employees at public institutions of higher education to promptly report known or suspected incidents of sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, or stalking involving a student or employee to the University's Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator. This law helps ensure that individuals receive information about available resources, supportive measures, and the University's response options.
• Confidential Employee refers to a person designated by the University to whom students enrolled at the institution may speak confidentially concerning incidents of Sexual Misconduct. The term refers to physical and mental health professionals, including licensed counselors who provide mental health counseling to members of the school community, and those who act under the supervision of a health care employee; and individuals whose scope of employment includes confidentiality requirements under Texas law.