Student Handbook 2023 - 2024

Sexual Violence Response and Support www.sunywcc.edu/titleix Westchester Community College values and respects the self-worth of all individuals in our community and affirms their right to have a safe, nonthreatening, and respectful environment. The college has no tolerance for sexual misconduct and sexual violence of any kind, which includes sexual harassment, stalking, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault. The college recognizes that these malicious acts can and do happen and as such, have created the Sexual Violence Response Policy to identify resources for individuals reporting sexual violence and for individuals accused of or responding allegations of sexual violence. This document contains a comprehensive set of policies and procedures that detail critical information regarding: options to file reports; rights in the process; sources of support and assistance for victims, reporting individuals, and respondents; requests for protections and accommodations to ensure safety and personal well-being; investigation and adjudication options and protocols; and more. Community members who have been or know someone who has been the victim of sexual violence, assault, harassment, stalking, domestic/dating violence, or any other form of sexual misconduct are encouraged to make a report to the college. Individuals can ask questions about reporting options or any question related to sexual violence response to the Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Rinardo Reddick, who can be reached at rinardo.reddick@sunywcc.edu or at 914-606-6313. Strategic Goals & Objectives Westchester Community College has established strategic goals and objectives to guide our mission and vision. These goals and objectives will be central in determining institutional strategies and commitment. To learn more about these goals and objectives, please visit www.sunywcc.edu/strategicplan. Student Advocacy Westchester Community College has a number of advocacy services whose purpose is to assist students in resolving complaints related to the college community. You can seek assistance if you find yourself involved in a situation which requires the services of one or more of the following: Students with Disabilities (Section 504) • Dante Cantu, dante.cantu@sunywcc.edu, 914-606-6709 Title IX Coordinator • Dr. Rinardo Reddick, rinardo.reddick@sunywcc.edu, 914-606-6313 Student Code of Conduct www.sunywcc.edu/codeofconduct Westchester Community College students have a responsibility to uphold and build upon the values of the college community. The Student Code of Conduct is the document that details these values and student responsibilities. The College looks to

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