Investigation Office

The Investigation Office enforces Title IX law and Minnesota State Board Policies and System Procedures as it pertains to discrimination and sexual violence. The Office provides prevention education concerning discrimination and sexual violence.

Title IX

Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972

“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

Pregnancy and Parenting Support

Parenting and pregnant students have rights under Title IX law. We have supports that may be implemented to assist students as they navigate parenthood.

Minnesota State Board Policies and System Procedures

1B.1 – Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination in Employment and Education
1B.1.1 – Report/Complaint of Discrimination/Harassment Investigation and Resolution

“Discrimination and harassment are prohibited on the basis of membership or perceived membership in any of the following protected classes: race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, familial status, and membership or activity in a local human rights commission. Protected class also includes genetic information for employees.”

1B.3 – Sexual Violence Policy
1B.3.1 – Response to Sexual Violence and Title IX Sexual Harassment

“Sexual violence is an intolerable intrusion into the most personal and private rights of an individual, and is prohibited at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.”

Report a Complaint

REPORT A SEXUAL VIOLENCE INCIDENT
Complaints may be reported anonymously.

REPORT AN UNEQUAL OPPORTUNITY OR DISCRIMINATION INCIDENT
Complaints may be reported anonymously.

REQUEST PREGNANCY AND PARENTING SUPPORT

Title IX and Minnesota State Board Policies and System Procedures Team

Title IX Coordinator and Designated Officer

Jay Passa
Email: jay.passa@bemidjistate.edu
Office Email: titleix@bemidjistate.edu
Phone: 218-755-2080

Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Students

Travis Greene
Email:  travis.greene@bemidjistate.edu
Office Email: vpsls@bemidjistate.edu
Phone:  218-755-2075

Deputy Title IX Coordinator for Employees

Megan Zothman
Email: megan.zothman@bemidjistate.edu
Phone:  218-755-2502

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