Title IX - SAU Tech
Understanding Title IX
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive federal funding. At SAU Tech, we are committed to maintaining a campus environment free of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
Title IX applies to all students and employees, ensuring fair and equitable treatment across academic, athletic, and campus life activities.
Statement of Non Discrimination
Southern Arkansas University Tech does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or veteran status in any of its educational programs or employment practices. This includes all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students or employees.
Inquiries and Reports:
Courtney Haygood
Title IX Coordinator
Dean of Student Life and Housing
14411 Carr Road | Student Center, Room SC116
chaygood@sautech.edu
870.574.4458
Policies & Reporting
Know Your Rights
Title IX protects students and employees from:
Sexual harassment
Sexual assault and misconduct
Gender-based discrimination
What SAU Tech Must Do
Respond promptly to complaints of sexual misconduct
Eliminate the issue, prevent recurrence, and remedy any effects
Investigate even if a complaint is not formally filed
Maintain separate investigation standards from any criminal investigations
Required Procedures
Clear anti-discrimination policies distributed to all students and staff
A designated Title IX Coordinator
Formal procedures for students and employees to report complaints
Related Documents:
If you or someone you know has experienced sex based discrimination or misconduct, you may file a complaint using either of the following options:
Resources:
Ms. Shelley Young
Dean of Allied Health
Business Building
870.574.4475
SAU Tech Campus Police Department Emergency: 870.574.4517
SAU Tech Police Officer Non-Emergency: 870.818.6353
SAU Tech Police Supervisor Lt. Jud Mitchell cell phone: 870.675.1164
SAU Tech Police Dept./Ouachita County Sheriff Dept. Dispatch: 870.574.4517
Calhoun County Sheriff Department: 870.798.2323
Regional Resources
Arkansas Department of Health and Human Services 222 Van Buren
870.836.8166
Ouachita County Hospital Ambulance Service
870.836.2600
Ouachita County Medical Center 638 California Ave.
870.836.1000
Ouachita County Victims Assistance Program 142 Washington
870.836.6444
Women’s Crisis Center 129 Cleveland
870.836.0325
State/National Resources
Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence Little Rock, AR
http://www.domesticpeace.com
Arkansas Coalition Against Sexual Assault Fayetteville, AR
http://www.acasa.us
Arkansas Child Abuse Hotline
800.482.5964
Domestic Violence Hotline
800.799.SAFE (7233)
National Organization for Victim Assistance
800.899.6682
National Sexual Assault Hotline
800.656.4673
Turning Point
210.862.0029
