Title IX

West Virginia Northern Community College (WVNCC) is committed to providing an educational and work environment free from sex-based discrimination and harassment. This includes discrimination or harassment based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance.

Non-Discrimination Statement

How to Report a Title IX Concern

Any individual may report sex-based discrimination or harassment to the Title IX Coordinator at any time, including during non-business hours. Reports may be made in person, by phone, by email, or through an online reporting form.

Reports may be made by students, employees, or third parties.

Title IX Coordinator is as follows:
Complaints or notice of alleged policy violations, or inquiries about or concerns regarding Title IX policy and procedures, may be made internally to:

Robert Brak
Title IX Coordinator
Director of HR & Development
1704 Market Street
Wheeling, WV 26003
304-214-8901
rbrak@wvncc.edu
www.wvncc.edu/offices-and-services/title-ix-/5251

The Title IX Team is as follows:
Complaints or notice of alleged policy violations, or inquiries about or concerns regarding Title IX policy and procedures, may be made internally to:

Chris Kefauver
Deputy Coordinator for Academic Affairs
ckefauver@wvncc.edu
304-214-8875

Debbie Bennett
Deputy Coordinator for the New Martinsville Campus
dbennett@wvncc.edu
304-510-8761

Lisa Soly
Deputy Coordinator for the Weirton Campus
lsoly@wvncc.edu
304-723-7515

Confidentiality and Privacy
WVNCC will respect the privacy of individuals involved in a Title IX report to the extent possible while meeting its obligation to respond appropriately and comply with applicable laws.

Supportive Measures
Supportive measures are available to individuals involved in a Title IX matter, regardless of whether a formal complaint is filed. These measures are designed to restore or preserve equal access to WVNCC’s education programs and activities and may include academic, work, or other supportive accommodations.

Prohibition of Retaliation
Retaliation against any person for reporting discrimination or harassment, participating in an investigation, or exercising rights under Title IX is strictly prohibited.

Grievance Procedures
WVNCC has adopted grievance procedures that provide for the prompt and equitable resolution of Title IX complaints. These procedures apply to complaints against students, employees, or third parties.

Detailed procedures are available upon request or by contacting the Title IX Coordinator.

External Reporting Options
Individuals may also file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.

Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
U.S. Department of Education
www.ed.gov/ocr

Report to Law enforcement

For your own protection, call the police immediately, especially if the assailant is still in the immediate area. The police will help you whether or not you choose to prosecute the assailant. Reporting a sexual assault isn’t the same thing as prosecuting a sexual assault; prosecution can be determined later. If the sexual assault was perpetrated by another student, the police department will share your report with WVNCC as well. Contact police by calling 911.  

Contact an Advocate for Sexual assault victims

If you would like to contact an advocate, you can do so by calling the Sexual Assault Help Center at 304-234-1783 or by contacting any of the agencies linked here.

Click here for more information regarding WVNCC Student Reporting

Questions or Additional Information
For more information about Title IX, reporting options, or available resources, please contact the Title IX Coordinator.