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Linda Abbott

Using Standardized Processes to Increase Objectivity

In 2025, it is more crucial than ever to be intentional and grounded in our behavioral interventions and threat assessments. At NABITA, we’ve long promoted a structured and equitable approach, and while recent federal Executive… more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Diversity, Educational Institutions, Executive Orders, Risk Management

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Aaron Austin

Using Standardized Processes to Increase Objectivity

In 2025, it is more crucial than ever to be intentional and grounded in our behavioral interventions and threat assessments. At NABITA, we’ve long promoted a structured and equitable approach, and while recent federal Executive… more

Anti-Discrimination Policies, Diversity, Educational Institutions, Executive Orders, Risk Management

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Kayleigh Baker

The False Claims Act: An Emerging Compliance Consideration for Title IX, Title VI, and DEI Professionals

As the legal and regulatory landscape evolves, Title IX, Title VI, and DEI practitioners are increasingly expected to understand how their work intersects with broader federal compliance frameworks. One such framework that… more

Colleges, Department of Education, Department of Justice (DOJ), Educational Institutions, False Claims Act (FCA)

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Natasha Begin

A Practitioner-Focused Framework for Civil Rights Compliance

On January 14, 2025, the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a resolution agreement with the University of Washington following a Title VI complaint of alleged discrimination and harassment based on… more

Civil Rights Act, Department of Education, Discrimination, Educational Institutions, Enforcement Actions

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Alisha Carter Harris

Using Pattern-Based Evidence in Title IX Investigations and Decision-Making

In Title IX investigations and decision-making processes, especially in word-against-word complaints where direct evidence is limited, pattern evidence can provide valuable clarity. When available and applicable, it offers a… more

Colleges, Due Process, Educational Institutions, Evidence, Investigations

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Tim Cason

Navigating Disability, Conduct, and Due Process in Higher Education

Navigating the intersections of disability, student conduct, and due process is no easy task for higher education professionals. Balancing legal, ethical, and procedural responsibilities in disability-related behavioral… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Colleges, Compliance, Disability Discrimination, Discipline

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Dan Fotoples

The False Claims Act: An Emerging Compliance Consideration for Title IX, Title VI, and DEI Professionals

As the legal and regulatory landscape evolves, Title IX, Title VI, and DEI practitioners are increasingly expected to understand how their work intersects with broader federal compliance frameworks. One such framework that… more

Colleges, Department of Education, Department of Justice (DOJ), Educational Institutions, False Claims Act (FCA)

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Mandy Hambleton

When the Academic Year Ends and the Title IX Complaint is Still Open

As the academic year draws to a close, Title IX practitioners may feel increased pressure to resolve outstanding Title IX complaints before graduation, summer breaks, and other transitions. The Office for Civil Rights (OCR)… more

Colleges, Disciplinary Proceedings, Educational Institutions, Employees, OCR

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W. Scott Lewis

Navigating Disability, Conduct, and Due Process in Higher Education

Navigating the intersections of disability, student conduct, and due process is no easy task for higher education professionals. Balancing legal, ethical, and procedural responsibilities in disability-related behavioral… more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Colleges, Compliance, Disability Discrimination, Discipline

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Mikiba Morehead

Tip of the Week: Are Rumors and Gossip Sexual Harassment?

Title IX regulations require schools, colleges, and districts to have policies and procedures in place to address claims of sexual harassment. Rumors and gossip are undoubtedly damaging, but do they constitute sexual harassment?… more

Educational Institutions, Gender-Based Violence, Regulatory Standards, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment

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Leah Naso

A Picture is Worth 636,229 Words - Title IX Tip of the Week

Tip of the Week - For many of us in the education field, wrapping our heads around the 639,229 words in the new Title IX regulations is a challenging and ongoing process to say the least. Not only do we need to understand our… more

Disciplinary Proceedings, Educational Institutions, Gender-Based Violence, Regulatory Requirements, Sexual Assault

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Rick Olshak

The Vital Role of Transparency, Predictability, and Integrity for a Client-Turned-Consultant

As a first-generation college student, I never imagined myself attending college, much less pursuing a career in higher education. Everything changed when I met the dean of students at my college. Their ability to guide… more

Career Development, Colleges, Diversity, Educational Institutions, Professional Development

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Kim Pacelli

What Does a Case About the EPA Have to Do With Title IX?

Title IX practitioners are accustomed to thinking that EPA means “education program or activity,” but this time we mean the actual federal agency charged with environmental regulations. West Virginia v. Environmental Protection… more

Carbon Emissions, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Clean Air Act, Clean Power Plan, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

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Leah Reynolds

Tip of the Week: The Perfect Storm: Addressing Sexual Harassment in Esports

The world of esports has come under the spotlight in recent years for its unprecedented growth into a billion-dollar industry. Unfortunately, with increased popularity comes an increased risk of serious harm, especially for… more

Cyber-Stalking, eSports, Online Gaming, Online Platforms, Sexual Harassment

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Saundra Schuster

Addressing Off-Campus Harassment in the K-12 World

Increasing Pressure on Schools to Address Off-Campus Conduct - K-12 administrators seek our counsel frequently on the issues of off-campus jurisdiction over student misconduct. Conversations about addressing out-of-school… more

Harassment, Online Platforms, Sexual Harassment, Students, Title IX

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Brett Sokolow

Should Schools and Colleges Remove Gender Identity Protections from Policy?

Like many firms with a leadership think tank, our consultants collaborate to inform how we advise our clients and ATIXA’s members. Recently, we discussed the Trump Administration’s Executive Order (EO) that limits its… more

Colleges, Educational Institutions, Employees, Employer Liability Issues, Executive Orders

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Lauren Starnes

Using Pattern-Based Evidence in Title IX Investigations and Decision-Making

In Title IX investigations and decision-making processes, especially in word-against-word complaints where direct evidence is limited, pattern evidence can provide valuable clarity. When available and applicable, it offers a… more

Colleges, Due Process, Educational Institutions, Evidence, Investigations

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Daniel Swinton

ATIXA's Comments on the 2023 NPRM on Athletic Eligibility under Title IX

On behalf of the 11,000+ members of the Association of Title IX Administrators (ATIXA), we thank you for the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Department of Education’s (ED) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Sex-Related… more

Educational Institutions, Gender Identity, Students, Title IX, Transgender

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Joseph Vincent

Hiring an External Title IX Investigator

Published on: June 16, 2025 An ATIXA Tip of the Week by Joseph Vincent, M.L.S. Hiring an external investigator to conduct a Title IX investigation can be expensive, and it’s not always necessary. Many institutions have internal… more

Colleges, Educational Institutions, Hiring & Firing, Investigations, Risk Management

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