Overview of Process for all Forms of Harassment
Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits retaliation against any individual for 1) filing, or encouraging someone to file, a complaint of discrimination; 2) participating in an investigation of discrimination; or 3) opposing discrimination. “Retaliation” includes any adverse action or act of revenge against an individual for filing or encouraging someone to file a complaint of discrimination, participating in an investigation of discrimination, or opposing discrimination. The Office of Institutional Compliance investigates allegations of prohibited discrimination, harassment, and retaliation involving members of the LMU community.
About Title IX
Title IX protects individuals from discrimination based on sex or gender in educational settings.
LMU employs a Title IX Coordinator responsible for:
- Providing notification and education of Title IX rights and responsibilities.
- Consultation, investigation, and disposition of all inquiries and complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment and/or sexual misconduct.
- Providing victim services as necessary.
- Providing institutional monitoring and compliance assurance.
The Title IX Coordinator is assisted by Deputy Title IX Coordinator Asha Pogge, the Director of Human Resources, and members of the LMU Volunteer Title IX team.
Complaint or Reporting Procedures
Individuals who experience, witness or are otherwise informed that an incident of sexual misconduct has occurred should, with the victim’s permission, contact local law enforcement, LMU Campus Police, an LMU security officer, or a University official as soon as possible. Prompt reporting is important in order to preserve available evidence, to obtain necessary treatment and support for the victim, and to prevent further harm to others. If possible, a victim of sexual assault should not shower or change clothes before receiving medical treatment. Complaints of any kind of sexual misconduct will be investigated with regard for the confidentiality and protection of all persons involved in the case.
Complaints or reports should be directed to:
- Rebekah Webb, Title IX Coordinator/Institutional Compliance Officer, by email at titleix@lmunet.edu or phone at 423-869-6315*. The Title IX Coordinator/Institutional Compliance Officer’s office is located in Cumberland Gap Offices #3 at 609 Colwyn Ave., Cumberland Gap, TN.*
A person who believes they are a victim of sexual assault should notify the LMU Police Department (423) 869-6911 or the local sheriff’s office (911). University personnel will arrange transportation to the emergency room for medical care and evidence collection. LMU employs a police officer certified in Advanced Domestic Violence, Child Abuse and Sexual Assault investigation.
Anonymous Reporting
An anonymous report form is located here: http://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/WCcZ1kq83c48D 6b0w721mhL.
The LMU Campus Police have established a confidential tip line through which individuals can share information anonymously. Telephone calls received on the tip line are recorded on a voice message system, but callers will not be identified unless the caller leaves his/her identifying or contact information in the recorded message.
Call:
LMU Tip Line: (423) 869-7159
Livesafe:
You can also report anonymously on the LIVESAFE app.
Title IX Related Process
LMU is committed to providing an environment free of all forms of discrimination, including gender or sex-based discrimination. All LMU employees are Mandatory Reporters; this means that if any LMU employee is informed of a situation that may involve sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, domestic violence, dating violence, or any other form of prohibited gender or sex-based discrimination, the employee is required to report the information to the Title IX Coordinator. If students would like to speak with an individual who does not have this obligation, confidential counseling is available free of charge through the LMU Office of Mental Health Counseling. Appointments can be scheduled online: https://www.lmunet.edu/counseling/index.php. If students have experienced discrimination, help and support is available.
To make a report, please contact:
Rebekah Webb, Title IX Coordinator & Institutional Compliance Officer
Cumberland Gap Offices #3 at 609 Colwyn Ave., Cumberland Gap, TN, 37724
Office: 423.869.6315
TitleIX@LMUnet.edu
Non–Title IX Discrimination Complaints
Lincoln Memorial University - College of Veterinary Medicine at Orange Park (LMU-OPCVM) is committed to maintaining an environment free from all forms of discrimination. While complaints involving sexual misconduct or gender-based discrimination fall under the jurisdiction of Title IX, other types of discrimination (e.g., based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or other protected categories) are equally prohibited and addressed through institutional processes.
Reporting Procedure
Students who experience or witness discriminatory behavior that does not fall under Title IX are encouraged to report the conduct promptly. Reports may be made to any of the following: LMU-OPCVM Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Office of Institutional Compliance, or the online reporting form. Upon receiving a report, the University will conduct a prompt, thorough, and fair investigation. This typically includes: interviews with all relevant parties and witnesses, the option to submit written statements (not required), confidential handling of information on a strict “need-to-know” basis. If a violation is found, appropriate corrective actions in keeping with University policy and legal requirements will be taken to stop the discriminatory behavior and prevent recurrence. These procedures follow the University-level protocols utilizing trained staff at the Orange Park campus supported by main campus personnel.
Incidents reported through the OPCVM Ethics and Honor Code process may be elevated to University-level investigation and response.
An online reporting form is available at Title IX Reporting . For more information about resources available on and off campus, and to view the harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct policies, visit The Office of Institutional Compliance