Every person on this campus – whether a student, staff member or faculty member – deserves a learning and working environment that is free from harassment. The attention being paid to sexual harassment and misconduct …
Title IX
Blank’s Slate: What Is UW-Madison Doing to Identify and Address Sexual Misconduct by Faculty and Staff?
In these past weeks, it’s been horrifying to listen to the testimony of over 100 young women about the sexual abuse they experienced from a doctor associated with one of our fellow Big Ten campuses. …
Creating a better work and learning environment at UW-Madison
In the ongoing national conversation about gender discrimination and sexual harassment in the workplace, the University of Wisconsin–Madison is reaffirming its commitment to an environment that is safe and free from harassment and intimidation.
In the Time of Trump, Colleges Start to ‘Make Title IX Our Own’
After the president’s election, speculation abounded that colleges might scale back their efforts to combat sexual violence. Instead, many Title IX coordinators are trying to chart a new path forward.
Employees will complete program against sexual harassment and violence
Starting in July 2017, all UW–Madison employees will be required to complete an online prevention education program called “Promoting Equity at UW–Madison by Preventing Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence.” The learning program will be hosted …
Colorado investigator, a UW alum, will be next Title IX coordinator
“We are excited to have someone with Lauren’s experience serve as our next Title IX coordinator,” says Cathleen Trueba, director of the Office of Compliance at UW–Madison. “Her extensive background working in the community and …
Two Title IX Coordinator finalists to make campus presentations
The Office of Compliance invites the university community to attend presentations given by the finalists for the University of Wisconsin–Madison Title IX Coordinator position.