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| General informationThe University is committed to providing an educational and working environment free from sexual misconduct. See HOP 3-3031: Prohibition of Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault, Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Misconduct, Interpersonal Violence, and Stalking for policy details. Changes to the policy effective August 14, 2020 are described at Title IX Office: HOP 3-3031. #000000#FFFFCCnoneSenate Bill (SB) 212Per Senate Bill (SB) 212, all employees of Texas universities must report sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking incidents that you may have witnessed or become aware of to a Title IX Coordinator or Deputy. Effective January 1, 2020, an employee who fails to report an incident may be subject to criminal offense (Class A or Class B misdemeanor) and the university is required to terminate their employment. Student employees in TA, GA, AI, and GRA positions are required to report such incidents, but are exempt from SB212 penalties. Student employees in other positions are encouraged to report, but are not required. See SB 212 FAQ for more information. Reports may be made online. Contact the Title IX Office with any questions. Per SB 212, all employees should report incidents of which they have direct or indirect knowledge to the Title IX Office. If the Title IX Office determines that the incident does not meet the guidelines for pursuance under Title IX, they will refer it to another appropriate campus office to be investigated under university or other applicable policies. Resources for reporting employees are available at Title IX Office: Mandatory Reporters. |
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| title | SB 212 Example Language for documents and syllabi |
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| SB 212 Example Language for documents and syllabiThe Title IX Office provides language at Mandatory Reporting Syllabus Language (pdf) that can be used in documents or syllabi to help faculty, staff, and students become aware of new SB 212 reporting requirements for all employees of The University of Texas at Austin, including faculty. |
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| title | Support and academic accommodations |
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| Giving supportTitle IX: Supporting a Survivor offers detailed guidance on how to support a survivor of sexual misconduct, including questions to ask, and what to say or not say. UT employees should also visit the Mandatory Reporters page for additional information on reporting responsibilities. Resources and referralsUT Austin and the greater Austin community have many confidential and non-confidential services available to students and employees. Talk through the options together, and if possible, help the person make contact with the resources. For more information, visit Title IX: Campus Resources page and/or the Title IX: Community Resources. If you are unsure what to do, contact the Title IX Office. Academic accommodationsAcademic accommodations can be requested for student survivors including flexible deadlines, class changes and modifications, withdrawal, and course load reduction. Accommodations requests are initiated by contacting Student Emergency Services. |
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| title | Campus Title IX resources |
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| Campus Title IX resources#F7F7F7nonePrivate ResourcesThese resources do not share information with others without consent and are not required to report to the University. There are limits to privacy, and it is not protected under law. - Advocates
Trained professional staff who offer private support to students who have been impacted by interpersonal violence. Serves as an advocate and is available to answer questions, discuss reporting options, what to expect of an investigation, and assist with coordinating academic, financial and housing remedies. Provides referrals within the University and in the Austin area when necessary. Appointments can be made online, via email, or by phone; walk-ins not available. Variety of accommodations; can provide ongoing support.
(512) 471-5017
- Interpersonal Violence Peer Support (IVPS)
Trained students offer peer-based support to students impacted by interpersonal violence. Walk-ins accepted depending on student availability. Limited accommodations; provide initial support rather than ongoing.
(512) 471-6147
- University Ombuds
Provides a neutral, informal, and independent space for information about university resources and processes for student staff, and faculty. Provides a space to discuss interpersonal difficulties, university policies, university bureaucracy, and conflict resolution techniques. Help identify options and seek resolution.
For students and staff: (512) 471-3825
For faculty: (512) 471-5866
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