UNIVERSITY TITLE IX

TITLE IX (MALE/FEMALE EQUAL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION)

Title IX is the comprehensive legislation passed in 1972 which is related to equal rights between men and women in education. It applies to all institutions or organizations which receive any federal funds for education purposes. The intent of Title IX is to eliminate sex discrimination in admission policies, the treatment of students, and employment practices. Title IX also prohibits sexual harassment, which includes sexual assault and sexual violence. Institutions are required to establish a grievance procedure and appoint a Title IX Coordinator who will deal with inequalities and maintain equal opportunity policies. Any student who has a complaint or grievance related to discrimination on the basis of sex or gender equality at McMurry University is encouraged to contact:

Title IX Coordinator Lecia D. Hughes, M.Ed., LPC Assoc. VP of Human Resources and Compliance 1 McMurry University #87 Abilene, Texas 79697 Maedgen Administration Building, Office 218 325-793-4998 hughes.lecia@mcm.edu

Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Deputy Title IX Coordinator Allen B. Withers, Ph.D. Dean of Students & Campus Life 1 McMurry University #716 Abilene, Texas 79697 President Hall 325-793-4680 withers.allen@mcm.edu

Cammie Petree Head Volleyball Coach & Senior Woman Administrator 1 McMurry University #188 Abilene, Texas 79697 J.W. Hunt Physical Education Center 325-793-4635 petree.cammie@mcm.edu