Campus security officer Megan is seen in the security office

Campus safety

At SUNY Adirondack, the safety of our students, faculty and staff comes first.

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Campus safety

Campus safety and law enforcement is coordinated by your campus Public Safety Office, located in the Residence Hall, Room 164.

The office has a force of sworn Peace Officers with full arrest powers. Each officer must meet the high standards of training administered by New York State’s Division of Criminal Justice Services and undergo continuous training to upgrade skills.

Campus Public Safety Officers conduct foot and vehicle patrols throughout the campus and residence hall around the clock, 365 days a year. Peace Officers are ready to help students, faculty and staff 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Contact the Public Safety Office at 518-743-7233 (or ext. 7233 from a campus phone), or the Facilities Office at ext. 2246 — or by dialing 911.

More than a job

Public Safety Officer Dave Willis is seen in the dining hall.

I love interaction with everybody. I love dealing with all kinds of personalities.”

Dave Willis Public Safety officer at SUNY Adirondack

Safety tips

Safety is everyone's responsibility. Our Campus Safety teams asks that you consider the following:

If you lock your keys in your vehicle in a campus lot or are stranded with a dead battery, contact the Office of Public Safety. An officer will meet you at your vehicle. Lock-out and jump-starting services are free of charge but do require you to sign a waiver before the officer can touch the vehicle.

Full- and part-time students must have a SUNY Adirondack identification card, which they are expected to carry at all times. A fee is charged when the cards are issued, and a replacement fee also will be charged for any lost or stolen IDs.

The Public Safety Office encourages students to keep a record of their most valuable possessions. The record should include a description for each item, including size, color, serial number, date of purchase and value. Having the information record makes it easier for the police to identify and return items if recovered after a loss or theft.

Keep records for your:

Camera
Television
DVD player
Cellphone
Stereo
iPad/laptop/tablet
Calculator
Computer
Game system

Any article that is lost or found — including books, keys and wallets — should be reported or returned to the Public Safety Office in the Residence Hall. At the end of each academic year, items left in Lost and Found are destroyed or donated to local agencies.

The Office of Public Safety provides personal safety escorts to all members of the college community, 24 hours per day, every day, unless otherwise indicated.

Public Safety documents

Public Safety emergency plan

Learn about the college's Health Emergency Plan

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Campus Climate Survey

This Annual Report provides the SUNY Adirondack community information about how the college continues to protect its students and employees from sex discrimination.

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Annual security report

This report is prepared by the Public Safety Office to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The law mandates that institutions receiving Title IV federal funds disseminate crime statistics for certain serious offenses that occurred on campus and in adjacent areas for the current and previous two calendar years. This report is prepared in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies surrounding our main campus and extension centers, Campus Authorities and Public Safety. The purpose of this report is to provide our current and prospective faculty, staff and students with campus safety information, including crime statistics and procedures to use when reporting a crime. The college will not retaliate or allow any retaliation toward a person(s) who reports alleged violations of this act. Each year, an email notification is sent to all enrolled student, faculty and staff that provides the website to access this report. Paper copies of this report may also be obtained in the Facilities office, Room 007. A copy may also be obtained from the Public Safety Office, Room 164 of the Residence Hall. All prospective employees may obtain a copy from the Human Resource Office.

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Student Bill of Rights

The State University of New York and SUNY Adirondack are committed to providing options, support and assistance to victims/survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and/or stalking to ensure that they can continue to participate in campus programs and activities. All victims/survivors of these crimes and violations—regardless of the victim/survivor’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction—have the following rights, which apply whether the crime or violation occurs on campus, off campus, or while studying abroad.

Bill of Rights

Title IX

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, in any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The protections and sanctions of Title IX extend to the students and employees of SUNY Adirondack, as well as third parties to the campus. SUNY Adirondack affirms its policy to provide equal opportunity in employment and education through its commitment to creating a safe, fair and respectful environment for all students, employees and visitors. Sex discrimination in any form, including sexual harassment and sexual violence, is against the law and is a violation of SUNY Adirondack’s non-discrimination policy. Sexual discrimination in the form of sexual harassment is prohibited by Section 703 of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and is a violation of New York state’s Human Rights Law.

If you have observed or experienced any kind of sex discrimination (including sexual harassment or sexual violence), please contact Title IX Coordinator Cornelius Gilbert, Ph.D., or Deputy Title IX Coordinator Mindy Wilson. They can explain your options for reporting and connect you to the right services and resources, as well as help you access on-campus accommodations. These options for support are all available to you whether or not you choose to engage in the Campus Conduct Process or report to law enforcement. The related College Policies section and Options for Confidentially Disclosing Sexual Violence section are below.

Title IX coordinator: Cornelius Gilbert, Ph.D.
Phone: 518-743-2313
Email: gilbertc@sunyacc.edu
Office: Scoville Learning Center, Room 326

Deputy Title IX coordinator: Mindy Wilson
Phone: 518-743-2252
Email: wilsonm@sunyacc.edu
Office: Scoville Learning Center, Room 326A

Deputy Title IX coordinator: Lottie Jameson
Phone: 518-832-7741
Email: jamesonl@sunyacc.edu
Office: Scoville Learning Center, Room 326

We are aware of the sensitivity of situations involving sexual harassment and sexual violence and urge those who have observed or experienced any incident to seek support and assistance as soon as possible. A written complaint or formal grievance need not be made to seek advice or use resources. SUNY Adirondack offers the following to assist students and employees in understanding the options and support services available to them:

SUNY Adirondack Title IX Coordinator

The Title IX Coordinator will make sure you understand all of your rights and options for moving forward, as well as all of the resources available to you.
The Title IX Coordinator will work closely with Public Safety, the Dean for Student Affairs, and the Director of Human Resources in the filing and adjudication of complaints through our campus processes.

On- and Off-Campus Authorities

Anyone wishing to file a criminal complaint can contact Campus Public Safety, local or state police, and/or the Campus Sexual Assault Victims Unit.
The Title IX Coordinator can help connect you to any of these resources.

Confidential and Private Resources

Your privacy will be respected and protected to the greatest extent practicable at all times, though strict confidentiality can only be guaranteed by licensed health professionals, off-campus victim advocates (such as employees at a Rape Crisis Center), and clergy.
SUNY Adirondack’s Counseling Center offers both private and confidential counseling services at no cost to students.
You can also access outside confidential support services, including hotlines and victim advocacy organizations.

The Title IX coordinator, in conjunction with Student Affairs, Student Life, Counseling and Human Resources, will provide training and educational programming throughout the year and as requested. Information and resources are always available from the Title IX coordinator.

The State University of New York and SUNY Adirondack want you to have information and support you need regardless of whether you want to move forward with a report of sexual violence to college officials or to police. You might want to talk with someone about something you observed or experienced, even if you aren’t sure it constitutes sexual violence. A conversation in which questions can be answered is far better than keeping something to yourself. The related College Policies section and Options for Confidentially Disclosing Sexual Violence section can be found below.

SUNY has created a thorough list of resources available in New York state. Visit the SUNY Sexual Assault & Violence Response (SAVR) Resources to search by proximity to campus or by geographic region.

Individuals who are confidential resources will not report crimes to law enforcement or college officials without your permission, except for extreme circumstances such as a health or safety emergency. Please note that even individuals who can typically maintain confidentiality are subject to exceptions under the law, including the mandatory reporting of child abuse.

SUNY Adirondack confidential resources

Holly Irion, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: 518-681-5620; irionh@sunyacc.edu; Washington Hall 118
Beth Braxton, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: 518-743-2249; braxtone@sunyacc.edu; Washington Hall 113

Off-campus counselors and advocates

Planned Parenthood 24-Hour Rape Crisis Hotline: 866-307-4086
Domestic Violence Project 24-Hour Hotline: 518-793-9496
Saratoga County Wellspring Victim Services 24-Hour Hotline: 518-584-8188

Note: These outside services do not provide any information to SUNY Adirondack. They will generally maintain confidentiality unless you request disclosure and sign a consent or waiver form. More information on an agency’s policies on confidentiality may be obtained directly from the agency.

Off-campus health care providers

Glens Falls Hospital SANE Program in the Emergency Department: 518-926-3000; 100 Park St.; Glens Falls, NY 12801
Saratoga Hospital SANE Program in the Emergency Department: 518-583-8313; 211 Church St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Planned Parenthood Mohawk Hudson, Glens Falls Center: 518-792-0994; 135 Warren St., Glens Falls, NY 12801
Warren County Public Health: 518-761-6580; Warren County Municipal Center, 1340 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
Washington County Public Health: 518-746-2400; Washington County Annex Building, 415 Lower Main St., Hudson Falls, NY 12839
Saratoga County Public Health: 518-584-7460, ext. 8365; Saratoga Community Health Center, 24 Hamilton St., Saratoga Springs, NY 12866 (You must be a Saratoga County resident to use this clinic. Otherwise, please contact Warren or Washington County Public Health Services, which will assist any SUNY Adirondack student regardless of county of residence.)

Note: Medical office and insurance billing practices may reveal information to the insurance policyholder, including medication and/or examinations paid for or administered.

In the event that you choose to have a sexual assault forensic exam, we strongly encourage calling Planned Parenthood Victim Advocacy Services 24-Hour Hotline (866-307-4086) or Saratoga County Wellspring Victim Services 24-Hour Hotline (518-584-8188). One of their trained staff members can attend the exam with you as your advocate, offer support and advise you through the process, including making sure your health insurance is not billed.

If you do not use advocacy services, you are encouraged to let hospital personnel know if you do not want your insurance policyholder to be notified about your access to these services.

The New York State Office of Victim Services (OVS) may be able to assist in compensating victims/survivors for health care and counseling services, including emergency compensation. More information may be found on OVS’s webpage for the Forensic Rape Examination (FRE) Direct Reimbursement Program, or by calling OVS at 800-247-8035. OVS also offers additional services.

Even SUNY Adirondack offices and employees that cannot guarantee confidentiality will maintain your privacy to the greatest extent possible. The information you provide to a nonconfidential resource will be relayed only as necessary to investigate and/or seek a resolution and to notify the Title IX coordinator or designee, who are responsible for tracking patterns and spotting systemic issues. SUNY Adirondack will limit the disclosure as much as possible, even if the Title IX coordinator determines that a request for confidentiality cannot be honored.

If you disclose an incident to a SUNY Adirondack employee who is responsible for responding to or reporting sexual violence or sexual harassment, but wish to maintain confidentiality or do not consent to SUNY Adirondack’s request to initiate an investigation, the Title IX coordinator must weigh your request against our obligation to provide a safe, nondiscriminatory environment for all members of our community, including you.

We will assist you with academic, housing, transportation, employment, and other reasonable and available accommodations regardless of your reporting choices. While reporting individuals may request accommodations through several college offices, the Title IX coordinator can serve as a primary point of contact to assist with these measures. We also may take proactive steps, such as training or awareness efforts, to combat sexual violence in a general way that does not identify you nor the situation you disclosed.

We may seek consent from you before conducting an investigation. You may decline to consent to an investigation, and that determination will be honored unless the college’s failure to act does not adequately mitigate the risk of harm to you or other members of the SUNY Adirondack community. Honoring your request for confidentiality may limit our ability to meaningfully investigate and pursue conduct action against an accused individual.

When you disclose an incident to someone who is responsible for responding to and/or reporting sexual violence or sexual harassment but wish to maintain confidentiality, SUNY Adirondack will consider many factors to determine whether we must proceed despite your request. These factors include, but are not limited to:

Whether the accused has a history of violent behavior or is a repeat offender;
Whether the incident represents escalation, such as a situation that previously involved sustained stalking;
The increased risk that the accused will commit additional acts of violence;
Whether the accused used a weapon or force;
Whether the reporting individual is a minor;Whether we possess other means to obtain evidence such as
security footage; and
Whether the report reveals a pattern of perpetration at a given location or by a particular group.

If the college determines we must move forward with an investigation despite the request for confidentiality, the reporting individual or victim/survivor will be notified and the college will take immediate action as necessary to protect and assist them.

If you disclose a situation through a public awareness event such as “Take Back the Night,” candlelight vigils, protests or other public event, SUNY Adirondack is not obligated to begin an investigation. The college may use the information you provide to inform the need for additional education and prevention efforts.

If a reporting individual wishes to keep their identity anonymous, they may email Title IX coordinator Cornelius Gilbert (gilbertc@sunyacc.edu) anonymously to discuss the situation and available options.

Reporting individuals may also call New York State Hotline for Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (800-942-6906). The Hotline is for crisis intervention, resources, and referrals and is not a reporting mechanism.

Reports of certain crimes occurring in certain geographic locations will be included in the SUNY Adirondack Clery Act Annual Security Report in an anonymized manner that neither identifies the specifics of the crime nor the identity of the reporting individual or victim/survivor. Questions about recording crimes in the Annual Security Report can be directed to:

Cornelius Gilbert, Title IX coordinator: 518-732-2313; gilbertc@sunyacc.edu
Joel Walbridge, director of Public Safety: 518-743-7233; walbridgej@sunyacc.edu

SUNY Adirondack is obligated to issue timely warnings of Clery Act crimes occurring within relevant geography that represent a serious or continuing threat to students and employees. (This is subject to exception when the warning could potentially compromise law enforcement efforts and/or when the warning itself could potentially identify the reporting individual or victim/survivor.) A reporting individual will never be identified in a timely warning.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) allows the college the option to share information with parents when (1) There is a health or safety emergency, or (2) The student is a dependent on either parents’ prior year federal income tax return. Generally, SUNY Adirondack will not share information about a report of sexual violence with parents without the permission of the reporting individual.

Sexual assault prevention and response policies

SUNY Adirondack is committed to creating and maintaining an educational environment free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual misconduct. Specifically, SUNY Adirondack strictly prohibits the offenses of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking and all forms of sex discrimination. These acts violate a person’s feelings of trust and safety and can also substantially interfere with a student’s education. It is the policy of SUNY Adirondack that, upon learning an act of sexual misconduct has taken place, immediate action will be taken to address the situation. SUNY Adirondack encourages the reporting of sexual misconduct that is prompt and accurate. This allows the college community to quickly respond to allegations and offer immediate support of the victim. SUNY Adirondack is committed to protecting the privacy of victims and will work closely with students who wish to obtain confidential assistance regarding an incident of sexual misconduct. Certain professionals at the College are permitted by law to offer total confidentiality; those who do not maintain this privilege will nonetheless protect a student’s privacy to the fullest extent possible. All allegations will be investigated promptly and thoroughly, and both the victim and the accused will be afforded equitable rights during the investigative process. It is the collective responsibility of all members of the SUNY Adirondack community to foster a safe and secure campus environment. In an effort to promote this environment and prevent acts of sexual misconduct from occurring, the college engages in ongoing prevention and awareness education programs. All incoming students and employees are required to participate in these programs, and all members of the college community are encouraged to participate throughout the year in ongoing campaigns and trainings focused on the prevention of sexual misconduct on campus.

Who: This policy applies to all members of the SUNY Adirondack community, including students, faculty, staff, visitors, independent contractors, and other third parties who are on campus and involved in an incident of sexual misconduct (i.e. someone who witnessed an incident or who wishes to report an incident on behalf of another). The policy applies to these parties regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

What: This policy prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct. This broad term includes but is not limited to acts of sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual coercion, sexual threats or intimidation, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking and cyber-stalking. Please refer to the Annual Security Report for definitions of these specific crimes.

Where: This policy covers conduct taking place on the college campus. This includes an building or property owned or controlled by SUNY Adirondack and used in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the school’s educational purposes, including residence halls, dining halls and public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from campus. This also includes any building or property owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by the college and any building or property not within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of the college that supports or relates to the school’s educational purposes and is frequently used by students. This policy also covers conduct that takes place off campus that may have a nexus to the college community.

Programs and activities: This policy covers all educational, extracurricular, and athletic or other campus programs, as well as all campus and school-related activities, including but not limited to student organizations, community organizations with student and/or employee participation, and all other educational or extracurricular events hosted by the college.

Relationships: This policy covers sexual misconduct occurring between individuals in various types of relationships. Sexual misconduct may be acts committed by an individual or collective actions committed by members of a group or organization. These acts may be committed against an individual or against a group or organization. These acts may be committed by a stranger, acquaintance, or by someone with whom the victim has a social, romantic or intimate relationship. These acts may be committed by or against any individual regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

Academic accommodations: The college is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the victim. A student who has been a victim of sexual misconduct may request an academic accommodation or change in residence after a report of sexual misconduct. Any individual who makes a request will receive appropriate and reasonable accommodation. Possible requests include the ability to change academic or work schedules, withdraw from or retake a class without penalty, access academic support such as tutoring services, and change residence hall assignments. Pursuant to Title IX, in most cases of sexual violence or sex discrimination, the college will endeavor to the extent practicable to change the schedule or accommodations of the accused student prior to changing the accommodations of the victim.

Interim measures: In situations where it is necessary, the college will take immediate steps to protect victims pending the final outcome of an investigation. These steps include the accommodations listed above in addition to the issuing of no-contact orders. Pending resolution of the complaint, the accused may be prohibited from contacting the victim and may be placed on temporary suspension or denied access to the campus. The college may change the course schedule or residence assignment of the accused. Please refer to the Code of Conduct for disciplinary procedures related to acts of sexual misconduct.

Confidentiality: The college is committed to maintaining the privacy of all individuals involved in a report of sexual misconduct. While the college encourages victims to report an incident of sexual misconduct to college officials, there are many options available for students to speak with someone about what happened while maintaining confidentiality. Please see the SUNY Adirondack webpage on Options for Confidentially Disclosing Sexual Violence for more information on confidentiality.

Burden of proof: The burden of proof in all cases is “preponderance of the evidence,” whether it is “more likely than not” that the sex discrimination, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking occurred. If the evidence presented meets this standard, then the respondent must be found responsible.

In accordance with the Students’ Bill of Rights, reporting individuals shall have the right to pursue one of the options below, to pursue more than one of the options below at the same time, or to choose not to participate in any of the options below:

Reporting

Confidentially disclose an incident to one of the SUNY Adirondack officials below who, by law, maintain confidentiality and can also assist you in accessing resources and services:
- Holly Irion, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: 518-681-5620; irionh@sunyacc.edu; Washington Hall 118
- Beth Braxton, Licensed Mental Health Counselor: 518-743-2249; braxtone@sunyacc.edu; Washington Hall 113
Confidentially disclose an incident to and obtain services from a county, state or national hotline.

Locally

Planned Parenthood 24-Hour Rape Crisis Hotline: 1-866-307-4086
Domestic Violence Project 24-Hour Hotline: 518-793-9496Saratoga County Wellspring Victim Services 24-
Hour Hotline: 518-584-8188

New York state:

List of New York State Hotlines by county
New York State Police 24-Hour Hotline for Reporting Sexual Assault on a College Campus: 1-844-845-7269
SUNY Sexual Assault & Violence Response (SAVR) Resources: Search by proximity to campus or by geographic region.
Disclosure and Assistance Options in Multiple Languages: Cataloged by the Office for Prevention of Domestic Violence. You can also call 1-800-942-6906 for assistance.

NOTE: Hotlines are for crisis intervention, resources and referrals, and their staff members are well-trained to help victims of sexual violence. However, they are services distinct from the college, meaning that hotlines do not provide SUNY Adirondack with any information. We strongly encourage you to additionally contact a campus resource so we are aware of your situation and can provide you with additional support and resources.

Assistance can also be obtained from:

ServJustice: A national not-for-profit organization that increased the prospect of justice for survivors by holding both perpetrators and enablers of sexual violence accountable.
Legal Momentum: A national nonprofit organization that leads action for the legal rights of women.
New York State Coalition Against Sexual Assault: NYSCASA's member rape crisis programs provide free, confidential services including: 24/7 emergency hotline; individual counseling; support groups; advocacy and accompaniment through medical, law enforcement and court systems; information; and referrals.
New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence: You can use the NYSCADV program director to find a confidential domestic violence hotline for crisis help, safety planning, emotional support, and help finding resources in your area including safe shelter, advocacy, counseling and legal assistance.
Pandora's Project: A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information, support and resources to survivors of rape and sexual abuse and their friends and families.
GLBTQ Domestic Violence Project: Provides free and confidential support and services for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer survivors of domestic and sexual violence through work to increase safety, security and empowerment through direct services, education and advocacy.
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN): RAINN operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (1-800-656-4673) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country.
Safe Horizon: Provides compassionate and expert support for people who have experienced domestic and intimate partner violence, child physical and sexual abuse, human trafficking, stalking, youth homelessness, and violent crimes committed against a family member and within communities.

Disclose the incident to one of the college officials below who will offer privacy, and can provide information about remedies, accommodations, evidence preservation and how to obtain resources.

Counseling Center: 518-743-2278, Washington Hall
Seeing a SUNY Adirondack counselor is always free of charge to students. Additionally, our counselors can help you make arrangements to see an off-campus counselor free of charge for up to eight (8) sessions and on a sliding payment scale thereafter.
Title IX coordinator Cornelius Gilbert: 518-743-2313; gilbertc@sunyacc.edu; Scoville Learning Center Room 326
Campus Public Safety: 518-743-7233; Residence Hall 164-166

These resources will provide the information contained in the Students’ Bill of Rights, including the right to choose when and where to report, the right to be protected by the college from retaliation, and the right to receive assistance and resources from the college.

These resources will disclose that they are private, not confidential, resources; they will nevertheless protect your privacy to the very best of their ability. They may still be required by law and college policy to inform certain officials, like the Title IX coordinator, about the incident

These resources will notify you that the criminal justice process uses different standards of proof and evidence than college procedures, and any questions about the penal law or the criminal process should be directed to law enforcement officials or a district attorney.

File a criminal complaint with SUNY Adirondack Campus Public Safety and/or with local law enforcement and/or state police:

Campus Public Safety: 518-743-7233, Residence Hall 164-166, available 24 hours a day
Warren County Sheriff: 518-743-2500, 1400 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
Washington County Sheriff: 518-746-2475, 399 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828
Saratoga County Sheriff: 518-885-6761, 6010 County Farm Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
New York State Police 24-Hour Hotline to Report Sexual Assault on a New York College Campus: 844-845-7269
New York State Police Campus Sexual Assault Victims Unit Representative: Bill Shea, 518-783-3249, william.shea@troopers.ny.gov

Receive assistance from the Title IX coordinator and/or director of Public Safety in initiating legal proceedings in family or civil court.

File a report of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and/or stalking, and/or talk to the Title IX coordinator for information and assistance.

Reports will be investigated in accordance with SUNY Adirondack policies and your identity shall remain private at all times if you wish to maintain privacy.

If you wish to keep your identity anonymous, you may call the Title IX coordinator anonymously to discuss the situation and available options.

Complaints against an individual unaffiliated with SUNY Adirondack (i.e. an employee of an outside vendor) will be referred to the appropriate college officials who can, at your request, assist in discerning the appropriate body from which to seek disciplinary action.

We will also work with you to ensure your safety on our campus and provide access to appropriate resources, including assistance in obtaining a persona non grata letter, subject to legal requirements and college policy. You

may withdraw your complaint or involvement from the SUNY Adirondack processes at any time.

At a minimum, at the first instance of your disclosure to a college official, the following information shall be presented to you: “You have the right to make a report to Campus Public Safety, local law enforcement, and/or state police; to choose not to report; to report the incident to the College; to be protected by the College from retaliation for reporting an incident; and to receive assistance and resources from the College.”

The following protections and accommodations are available through SUNY Adirondack. Contact the Title IX coordinator for assistance.

When the accused is a student, the College can issue a “No Contact Order” consistent with college policy and procedure, meaning that for the accused to continue contacting the protected individual is a violation of college policy subject to additional conduct charges.
If the accused and protected person observe each other in a public place, it is the responsibility of the accused to leave the area in a reasonable time and manner without directly contacting the protected person.
If appropriate, the college may establish a schedule for parties seeking to use the same facilities without running afoul of the No Contact Order.
Both the accused person and the reporting individual may request a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances and consistent with SUNY Adirondack policies and procedures, of the need for and terms of a No Contact Order, including requests to modify the terms of or discontinue the Order.
Assistance from SUNY Adirondack Public Safety and the Title IX coordinator in initiating legal proceedings in family or civil court, including but not limited to obtaining an Order of Protection or, if outside of New York state, an equivalent protective or restraining order.
A copy of the Order of Protection or equivalent, and an opportunity to meet or speak with a college official, or to be connected with an outside resource, who can explain the order and answer questions about it, including an explanation of the consequences for violating these orders (including but not limited to arrest, additional conduct charges, and temporary suspension) and information from the Order about the accused’s responsibility to stay away from the protected person(s), as that burden does not rest on the protected person(s).
Assistance from Campus Public Safety in effecting an arrest when an individual violates an Order of Protection or, if outside New York state, an equivalent protective or restraining order within the jurisdiction of SUNY Adirondack Public Safety or, if outside of the jurisdiction of SUNY Adirondack Public Safety, to call on and assist local law enforcement in effecting an arrest for violating such an order.
When the accused is a student and presents a continuing threat to the health and safety of the community, to have the accused subject to temporary suspension pending the outcome of a conduct process.
Both the accused person and the reporting individual may request a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances and consistent with SUNY Adirondack policies and procedures, of the need for and terms of a temporary suspension, including requests to modify the terms of or discontinue the suspension.
When the accused is not a student but is a member of the college community and presents a continuing threat to the health and safety of the community, to subject the accused to interim measures in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements, employee handbooks and SUNY Adirondack policies and rules.
When the accused is not a member of the college community, to have assistance from SUNY Adirondack Public Safety or other college officials in obtaining a persona non grata letter, subject to legal requirements and college policy.
To obtain reasonable and available interim protective measures and accommodations that effect a change in academic, housing, employment, transportation, or other applicable arrangements in order to ensure safety, prevent retaliation, and avoid an ongoing hostile environment.
Both the accused person and the reporting individual may request a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances and consistent with SUNY Adirondack policies and procedures, of the need for and terms of any interim measure and accommodation that directly affects him or her. Parties may submit evidence in support of their request to the Dean for Student Affairs or the Title IX coordinator.
While reporting individuals may request accommodations through any of the offices referenced in this policy, the Title IX Coordinator will serve as the main point of contact to assist with these measures.

If not deemed jurisdiction for a Title IX Complaint, you may request that student conduct charges be filed against the accused. Conduct proceedings are governed by the procedures set forth in the SUNY Adirondack Student Handbook as well as federal and New York state law, including the due process provisions of the United States and New York State Constitutions.

Throughout conduct proceedings, the respondent and the reporting individual will have:

The same opportunity to be accompanied by an advisor of their choice who may assist and advise the parties throughout the conduct process and any related hearings or meetings.
Participation of the advisor in any proceeding is governed by federal law and the Student Code of Conduct.
Per SUNY Adirondack’s Code of Conduct, advisors may speak with their respective advisees during hearings and/or meetings, and advisees may request a brief recess from the hearing to consult with their advisor. However, advisors may not participate in the hearing or meeting process, i.e. by asking questions directly to college officials, attempting to present evidence, or speaking on behalf of their advisee.
However, advisors may not participate in the hearing or meeting process, i.e. by asking questions directly to college officials, attempting to present evidence, or speaking on behalf of their advisee.
Any advisor who does not abide by these instructions will be asked to leave at the discretion of the Dean for Student Affairs.
The right to a prompt response to any complaint, and to have the complaint investigated and adjudicated in an impartial, timely, and thorough manner by individuals who receive annual training in conducting investigations of sexual violence, the effects of trauma, impartiality, the rights of the respondent (including the right to a presumption that the respondent is “not responsible” until a finding of responsibility is made) and other issues related to sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking.
The right to an investigation and process conducted in a manner that recognizes the legal and policy requirements of due process, including fairness, impartiality, and a meaningful opportunity to be heard, and is not conducted by individuals with a conflict of interest.
The right to receive advance written or electronic notice of the date, time, and location of any meeting or hearing they are required to or are eligible to attend. Accused individuals will also be told the factual allegations concerning the violation, a reference to the specific Code of Conduct provisions alleged to have been violated, and possible sanctions.
The right to have a conduct process run concurrently with a criminal justice investigation and proceeding, except for temporary delays as requested by external municipal entities while law enforcement gathers evidence.
Temporary delays should not last more than 10 days except when law enforcement specifically requests and justifies a longer delay.
The right to offer evidence during an investigation and to review available relevant evidence in the case file (or otherwise held by SUNY Adirondack).
The right to present evidence and testimony at a hearing, where appropriate.
The right to a range of options for providing testimony via alternative arrangements, including telephone/videoconferencing or testifying with a room partition.
The right to exclude prior sexual history with persons other than the other party in the conduct process or their own mental health diagnosis or treatment from admittance in the college disciplinary stage that determines responsibility.
Past findings of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual assault may be admissible in the disciplinary stage that determines sanction.
The right to ask questions of the decision maker and via the decision maker indirectly request responses from other parties and any other witnesses present.
The right to make an impact statement during the point of the proceeding where the decision maker is deliberating on appropriate sanctions.
The right to simultaneous (among the parties) written or electronic notification of the outcome of a conduct proceeding, including the decisions, sanction(s) (if any), and rationale.
For students found responsible for sexual assault, the available sanctions are suspension with additional requirements and dismissal.
For crimes of violence, including but not limited to sexual violence, defined as crimes that meet the reporting requirements pursuant to the federal Clery Act, students who are suspended or dismissed from the College after a finding of responsibility of a Code of Conduct violation will have a notation made on their transcript that they were "suspended after a finding of responsibility for a Code of Conduct violation" or "dismissed after a finding of responsibility for a Code of Conduct violation."
For more information, please see the full Transcript Notation Policy in the College Catalog.
Access to at least one level of appeal of a determination before a panel, which may include one or more students, that is fair and impartial and does not include individuals with a conflict of interest.
The right to have access to a full and fair record of a student conduct hearing, which shall be preserved and maintained for at least five years.
These records will be kept in the office of the Dean for Student Affairs.
The right to choose whether to disclose or discuss the outcome of a conduct hearing. However, it should be noted that this does not allow students to unreasonably share private information in a manner intended to harm or embarrass another individual, or in a manner that would recklessly do so regardless of intention. Such sharing may be retaliation, which can result in separate charges under the Code of Conduct.
The right to have all information obtained during the course of the conduct or judicial process be protected from public release until the appeals panel makes a final determination, unless otherwise required by law.

Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 prohibits any person in the United States from being discriminated against on the basis of sex in seeking access to any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. The U.S. Department of Education, which enforces Title IX, has long defined the meaning of Title IX’s prohibition on sex discrimination broadly to include various forms of sexual harassment and sexual violence that interfere with a student’s ability to equally access our educational programs and opportunities.

Policy
On May 19, 2020, the U.S. Department of Education issued a Final Rule under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 that:

Defines the meaning of “sexual harassment” (including forms of sex-based violence)
Addresses how this institution must respond to reports of misconduct falling within that definition of sexual harassment, and
Mandates a grievance process that this institution must follow to comply with the law in these specific covered cases before issuing a disciplinary sanction against a person accused of sexual harassment.

Based on the Final Rule, SUNY Adirondack will implement the following Title IX Grievance Policy, effective Aug. 14, 2020, and will only apply to formal complaints of sexual harassment brought on or after this date.

Students and employees, including faculty and student workers, are treated the same under the Final Rule. Employees should receive the same benefits and due process protections that students receive.

Grievance Process and Procedure for Addressing Formal Complaints of Sexual Harassment Under the Title IX Regulations

Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator, or by any other means that results in the Title IX coordinator receiving the person’s verbal or written report. Any person may also make a report using the Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaint Form.

Such a report may be made at any time (including during non-business hours) by using the telephone number or electronic mail address, or by mail to the office address listed for the Title IX coordinator (518-732-2313; gilbertc@sunyacc.edu).

The health and safety of every student at the State University of New York and its state-operated and community colleges is of utmost importance. SUNY Adirondack recognizes that students who have been drinking and/or using drugs (whether such use is voluntary or involuntary) at the time that an incident of sexual or interpersonal violence occurs may be hesitant to report such incidents due to fear of potential consequences related to their own conduct.

SUNY Adirondack strongly encourages students to report any incidents of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual assault to a college official. A bystander or reporting individual that, in good faith, discloses any incident of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual assault to a SUNY Adirondack official or local law enforcement will not be subject to Code of Conduct action for violations relating to the use of alcohol and/or illegal drugs at or near the time the violence was committed.

This amnesty:

Specifically covers Code of Conduct action of a disciplinary nature. It does not prevent SUNY Adirondack from seeking help for a student who is struggling with excessive alcohol or drug use or addiction, or who is otherwise in danger.
Is unrelated to off-campus adjudication, such as criminal prosecution or arrest by outside law enforcement.
Is available for alcohol and/or illegal drug use by individuals. Dealers and distributors are not shielded from adjudication, nor are those who drug others without their knowledge.
Does not specifically limit the actions of external laws, policies or accreditation requirements that require removal or restrictions for those using alcohol or drugs from a clinical or similar setting.