As a Catholic/Franciscan institution of higher education, Felician University abides by values that proclaim the dignity and rights of all people. Sexual misconduct of any type is morally offensive to students, faculty, administrators, staff members, employees, and guests of the University. It is also a form of unlawful sexual discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination. Felician University is committed to fostering an environment that protects the members of the University community from all forms of sexual misconduct. The University requests and expects the cooperation of every member of the community in demonstrating a respect for others, as well as in upholding Federal laws and the laws of the State of New Jersey. All members of the University community have a responsibility to be aware of both the consequences of sexual misconduct and the options available to those who are victims of such misconduct.
What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) charges educational institutions with creating learning environments free from sex and gender-based discrimination. Under Title IX, Felician University is required to respond and remedy sexual harassment, violence, and discrimination. The most egregious forms of discrimination include sexual misconduct such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking.
Title IX provides comprehensive protections against sex-based discrimination in education, extending far beyond its well-known role in advancing gender equality in sports. As a federal civil rights law, Title IX prohibits sex discrimination in all education programs and activities, including but not limited to:
- Admissions
- Financial Aid
- Housing Facilities
- Courses, Academic Research, and Educational Activities
- Career Guidance, Counseling, and Other Support Services
- Athletics (scholastic, intercollegiate, club, or intramural)
- Employment, Training, and Advancement Opportunities
At Felician University, Title IX protects all individuals—students, faculty, and staff—regardless of sex, gender identity, gender expression, or pregnancy and parenting status. This includes protections for female, male, and gender non-conforming individuals from any form of sex-based discrimination, harassment, or violence, whether real or perceived.
Ensuring compliance with Title IX is a shared responsibility across the Felician University community. This law applies to all students, staff, faculty, visitors (including minors), and business vendors. It addresses incidents occurring:
- On campus
- At University-sponsored events or programs off-campus
- In situations that may negatively impact the educational environment at the University
By embracing these protections, Felician University reaffirms its commitment to fostering a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment for all.
Felician University encourages students, faculty, staff, and community members to report all incidents of sexual violence and sex discrimination.
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Onya Brown
Title IX Coordinator
E-mail: browno@felician.edu or TitleIX@felician.edu
Office: Student Center (Rutherford Campus)
Phone: (201) 355-1431
Office Location: Elliot Terrace, 1st Floor (Rutherford Campus)
Phone: 201-559-3561
Office Location: Obal Hall (Lodi Campus) Phone: 201-509-0306
Dial 911
Rutherford Police Department: (201) 939-6000
Lodi Police Department: (973) 473-7600
Bergen County Sherriff’s Office: (201) 336-3500
Who is the Felician University Title IX Coordinator?
The Title IX Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and ensuring effective and timely responses to complaints of sexual violence, sexual misconduct, sex discrimination, and/or sexual harassment. The Title IX Coordinator fulfills these responsibilities by implementing Title IX related policies, providing training and resources, and identifying ways for Felician University to prevent future discrimination on and off campus. The Title IX Coordinator manages all Title IX grievances, investigations, and complaints that all under Felician University’s Title IX Policies and Procedures.
Links to both Felician University’s Policies and Procedures can be found below:
- Title IX Sex-Based Harassment Policy (Post-August 2024)
- Title IX Sex Discrimination (Post-August 2024)
- Student Bill of Rights
- Felician Title IX Policy (Pre 2024)
- Felician University Title IX Complaint Procedures (Pre 2024)
Onya Brown
Title IX Coordinator
E-mail: browno@felician.edu or TitleIX@felician.edu
Office: Student Center (Rutherford Campus)
Phone: (201) 355-1431
