Title IX Information

Power-Based Violence and Sexual Misconduct

In accordance with LCTCS Policy 9.001 Power-Based Violence/Sexual Misconduct (PDF) and LCTCS Policy 9.002 Title IX Grievance Procedures (PDF), SOWELA Technical Community College is committed to creating and maintaining an environment in which sexual violence against men and women is not tolerated. Intervening in such instances helps to foster a safe environment for all, while sending a message that this kind of behavior will not be tolerated and is unacceptable in our community. SOWELA is a college community where respect, consent, and responsibility are valued. Each one of us are responsible for ensuring that no one has to endure sexual violence of any sort. Please see the LCTCS Title IX webpage (opens new window) for additional information.

SOWELA has established processes for addressing allegations of Power-Based Violence and Sexual Misconduct, in accordance with LCTCS Policy 9.001 and 9.002, as per the following College policy and procedures:

• 6.090 Power-Based Violence and Sexual Misconduct Policy (PDF)
• 6.090.1 Title IX Grievance Procedures Policy (PDF)
• 6.060 Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Nondiscrimination (PDF)

This policy applies to all students, employees, vendors, and all other individuals conducting business with SOWELA, without regard to sexual orientation, gender identify, and/or gender expression.

A complaint can be filed by submitting a Title IX Formal Complaint Form (opens new window) or contacting a Title IX Coordinator.

Power-Based Violence Process Flow Chart (PDF)

Title IX Contacts – Coordinators

Title IX Contacts – Confidential Advisors

Supportive Measures

• Campus Security
• Counseling Services
• Student Services
• Off-Campus Resources

Power-Based Violence Reports

• Spring 2023 (PDF)
• Fall 2022 (PDF)
• Spring 2022 (PDF)
• Fall 2021 (PDF)

Additional Reports and Statistics

• Campus Crime Statistics
• Memorandum of Understanding Between SOWELA and Local Law Enforcement (PDF)