Title IX/Sexual Assault Information

Title IX Coordinator
Neil Callicoat, M.B.A.
623 S Wabash, Room 307D
312-369-6343
ncallicoat@colum.edu

Title IX Investigator
Chaselyn Lewis
623 S Wabash, Room 307E
312-369-6344
chlewis@colum.edu

Employees other than confidential resources are required to promptly report potential Sex Discrimination in the College’s Education Programs or Activities to the Title IX Coordinator.

An Employee’s duty to Report is triggered when: (1) the Employee receives a Report of potential Sex Discrimination from another person; (2) the Employee observes potential Sex Discrimination; or (3) the Employee learns about potential Sex Discrimination through some other means.

• Confidential Reporting

  The College recognizes that individuals who feel they have been victims of Sex Discrimination may require time and support in considering whether or how to participate in any College or law enforcement process. The College also recognizes that individuals who have been accused of Sex Discrimination may also require support. There are confidential resources on campus and in the community available to any individual who needs support or assistance.

  Individuals wishing to receive confidential assistance without making a Report to the College may speak with the College’s Confidential Advisor. This confidential resource has been specifically trained to provide confidential assistance in connection with Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking, but is also available to assist in connection with other types of Sex Discrimination. A Confidential Advisor will not report your circumstances to the College without your permission unless otherwise required to do so by law (such as when the victim is a minor).

  The College has designated the following Confidential Advisor:

  Charee Mosby-Holloway
  Director of Student Diversity & Inclusion
  618 S. Michigan, 4th Floor
  (312) 369-7994
  cmosbyholloway@colum.edu

  Confidential Employees are not required to report potential Sex Discrimination to the Title IX Coordinator.

  The following are Confidential Employees on campus:

  For Students:

  Center for Student Wellbeing at Columbia College Chicago
  (Professional Counselors)
  623 S. Wabash, Suite 303
  312-369-8700
  https://students.colum.edu/studentwellbeing/

  For Employees:

  Susan Kerns Associate Provost for Faculty Research And Development
  Associate Professor, Cinema And Television Arts
  1104 S. Wabash, Room 701-K
  (312) 369-6795
  skerns@colum.edu

  The College offers additional health and mental health services through partnered third-party online providers, including the Employee Assistance Program/Telus Health (for employees) and TimelyCare (for students). Please note, however, that the professionals from these online partners do not constitute “Confidential Employees” under this Policy as they are not College employees. Third-party providers may have additional disclosure obligations and responsibilities.

• Reporting to Law Enforcement

  The College encourages, but does not require, students to notify local law enforcement. Certain behavior may violate both college policy and criminal law. The College may proceed with an internal investigation under this policy simultaneously with a criminal investigation.

  The Chicago Police Department’s 1st District central station is located at 1718 South State Street, Chicago, IL 60616. The 1st District is available by email at CAPS001District@chicagopolice.org and by phone at (312) 745- 4290.

  The College’s Title IX Coordinator and Confidential Resources, including any Confidential Advisor, are available to assist individuals with reporting to the Chicago Police Department.

• International Students & Undocumented Students

  This Policy protects all Columbia students regardless of national origin, immigration status, or citizenship status. Individuals for whom English is not their first language may contact Clare R. Lake for translation assistance. Mr. Lake is also available to advise concerning U nonimmigrant status, T nonimmigrant status, and possible visa issues relating to Sexual Harassment (e.g., the requirement to maintain a full-time course load).

  Clare R. Lake
  Director - International Student and Scholar Services
  618 S Michigan, Suite 407C
  312-369-7246
  isss@colum.edu

• Off-Campus Resources

  The below Chicago area organizations may offer support, assistance, and information to Complainants, Respondents, witnesses, or others affected by Sexual Harassment. Individuals should contact these organizations for additional information regarding offered services, intended recipients, and applicable confidentiality policies.

  YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
  1 N LaSalle, Suite 1150
  Chicago, IL 60602
  312-733-2102
  www.ywcachicago.org

  Resilience (Formally RVA)
  180 N Michigan, Suite 600
  Chicago, IL 60601
  312-443-9603
  www.ourresilience.org

  Center on Halsted
  3656 N Halsted St
  Chicago, IL 60613
  773-472-6469
  www.centeronhalsted.org

  YWCA Metropolitan Chicago Rape Crisis Hotline (Chicago RAINN affiliate)
  888-293-2080 (Chicago Metropolitan Area)
  ywcachicago.org/our-work/sexual-violence-support-services/rapecrisis/

  The Title IX Coordinator and Confidential Resources, including any Confidential Advisor, are available to assist with obtaining support from off-campus resources – i.e., making appointments or identifying appropriate sources of support.

   

• Anonymous Reporting

  Individuals may make anonymous reports of Sexual Harassment to the Coordinator by completing and submitting the online form available at www.colum.ethicspoint.com or by calling (844) 406-8158. However, depending on the extent of information available about the incident, the College’s ability to respond to such reports may be limited.