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Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Harassment, Title IX, Bias, Discrimination, and Retaliation

Curry College is committed to the safety and well-being of all members of our College community. Sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, bias, discrimination and retaliation will not be tolerated on this campus or in this community.

Curry College fully supports the right of all persons to receive an education or hold employment without experiencing acts of unlawful discrimination, bias, harassment, sexual misconduct, or retaliation. As such, it is the policy of the College to maintain an academic and work environment that is free of harassment and of discriminatory actions based on an individual's legally protected characteristics, which can include but are not limited to race, religion, color, sex, age, ethnic or national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in the Uniformed Services, or any category protected by applicable state and federal laws.

Federal law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin (Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); sex (Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972); or disability (Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) in educational programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Curry College is dedicated to creating and maintaining an educational and work environment that values the diverse backgrounds of all people. Curry College strictly prohibits discrimination in admissions, educational programs and services, and employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other basis protected by law.

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Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator

Stacey Hayes, the Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance, serves as Curry College’s Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance is Curry College’s designated agent with responsibilities for coordinating civil rights compliance efforts and overseeing Curry’s response to reports of sexual misconduct, discrimination, and harassment in accordance with institutional policies and procedures as well as applicable law to ensure a fair and neutral process for all parties.

We ask for your continued assistance and support in cultivating an environment consistent with Curry’s mission and free from discrimination and harassment by reporting incidents to: 

Stacey Hayes, J.D.
Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance
Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator
she/her
617-333-2212
TitleIX@curry.edu

The Sexual Misconduct , Sexual Harassment, Bias, Discrimination and Retaliation Team

Stacey Hayes

Stacey Hayes, J.D.

Director, Institutional Equity and Compliance
she/her/hers
King Bldg., G-05
617-333-2212
stacey.hayes@curry.edu

Mercy Johnson

Mercy Johnson, J.D.

Assistant Director, Institutional Equity and Compliance
Civil Rights Investigator
she/her/hers
King Bldg., G-04
617-333-2303
mercy.johnson@curry.edu

In addition to our internal Curry Team, Curry College contracts with outside professional investigators, hearing officers and decision-makers to assist with responding to sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, bias, discrimination and retaliation incidents.

Outside professionals have included:

Policies and Procedures

What is Title IX? Sexual Misconduct Policy Amnesty Policy Effective Consent Nondiscrimination Policy Retaliation Title IX Procedures Non-Title IX Procedures Title IX Rules of Order and Decorum Policy

Confidentiality, Reporting Obligations & Supportive Measures

Privacy Confidential Resources Reporting Obligations Supportive Measures

Prohibited Conduct

Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Harassment Prohibited Conduct Bias Discrimination and Harassment Prohibited Conduct

Incident Reports & Complaints

Submitting an Incident Report Formal Complaints Informal Resolution Restorative Justice

Resources for Pregnancy and Pregnancy-related Conditions

Curry College strives to promote a welcoming environment for pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex – including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions – in education programs or activities.

Resources for Pregnancy and Pregnancy-related Conditions Leaves of Absence

Resources for LGBTQIA+ Individuals

Curry College strives to promote a welcoming environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Resources for LGBTQIA+ Individuals Preferred Name

Federal and State Laws

Review the laws pertaining to sexual violence, sexual harassment, gender-based harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and retaliation. 

Federal and Massachusetts Laws

Training

Curry College offers in-person training for students, faculty, and staff on a variety of topics, including sexual misconduct, sexual harassment, bias, discrimination and retaliation.

Training

Complaints

In addition to submitting a complaint to the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance, you may also file complaints with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination (MCAD) and U.S. Department of Education.

Complaints