Sexual Misconduct Resources

Sexual Misconduct Resources and Support Services

National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) is committed to providing a safe and welcoming campus free from harassment or unwelcomed advances. We ask all members of the NUHS Community to remain vigilant, support one another and report any concerning behavior to the appropriate authorities.

NUHS Title IX Statement Against Sex Discrimination

NUHS is committed to providing equal access to educational and employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, marital status, parental status, disability, status as a veteran, or any other status protected by stand and/or federal law. This policy applies to all NUHS students, employees, and third-party vendors, as well as NUHS visitors, guests, patients, and clients. Although there is no geographical limitation to invoking this policy, sexual misconduct that is alleged to have occurred at a significant distance from NUHS may be more difficult to investigate.

Sexual harassment is defined as conduct on the basis of sex which jeopardizes equal access to education that Title IX is designed to protect. Any instance of quid pro quo harassment by a school’s employee; any unwelcomed conduct that a reasonable person would find so severe and pervasive and objectively offensive that it denies a person equal education access.

Policy

For more information about the NUHS policy against sexual discrimination and complaint management for victims, see Title IX and Sex Discrimination Policy.

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Statement

NUHS prohibits the offenses of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and stalking, as defined by federal law, applicable local state laws and NUHS policy, and reaffirms its commitment to maintain a campus environment emphasizing the dignity and worth of all members of the NUHS community.

Clery Act Statement

NUHS complies with its obligations pursuant to the Clery Act. NUHS’ Combined Report: Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report can be found under the consumer information section of the NUHS website.

Under the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics act, the following personnel are authorized to receive criminal complaints:

Illinois: NUHS Security Officers are authorized to receive criminal complaints, as well as any NUHS employee. If a report is received by any person other than an NUHS Security Officer, it is the responsibility of that employee to immediately notify the NUHS Security Officer on duty as soon as possible.

Florida: St. Petersburg College (SPC) Security Officers are authorized to receive criminal complaints, as well as any NUHS employee. If a report is received by any person other than an SPC Security Officer, it is the responsibility of that employee to immediately notify the SPC Security Officer on duty as soon as possible.

File A Complaint by completing the form below

Title IX and Sex Discrimination Complaint Form

Campus Security

Illinois Campus Security

On-Campus - Ext. 311
Cell Phone - (630) 927-9957

Florida Campus Security

SPC Security Dispatch
(727) 791-2560

All members of the NUHS Community should be free from sexual misconduct impacting the educational or workplace environment. NUHS is committed to fostering a climate free from sexual misconduct through a coordinated education and prevention program, clear and effective policies, as well as investigative and complaint procedures that are prompt, equitable and accessible to all.

Any member of the NUHS Community may report or file a complaint to the Title IX Coordinator or Title IX Deputy Coordinator via telephone, online form, email, or in person.

Online form: Title IX and Sex Discrimination Complaint Form

Title IX Officials and Contact Information

Title IX Coordinator: Tracy McHugh, Vice President for Administrative Services
Phone: (630) 889-6605
Email: [email protected]
Office: Executive Offices located in Janse Hall (Illinois site)
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, CST

The university has also assigned three Deputy Title IX Coordinators and one Confidential Advisor to receive Sexual Misconduct complaints and conduct investigations under the supervision of the Title IX Coordinator. They are:

Andrew Wozniak – Director of Human Resources
Tel.: (630) 889-6878, Email: [email protected], Office: 1st floor, Janse Hall, Rm. 117D
Yesenia Maldonado – Dean of Students
Tel.: (630) 889-6546, Email: [email protected], Office: 2nd floor, Janse Hall, Rm. 218
Pamela Jones – Florida Campus Coordinator
Tel.: (727) 394-6217, Email: [email protected], Office: Seminole UPC, 2nd Floor, Room UP203
Kimberly Kuspa – Confidential Advisor
Tel.: (630)-889-6851, Email: [email protected], Office: 1st floor, Janse Hall

Resources

The university urges anyone who has been sexually assaulted to seek support as soon as possible to minimize and treat physical harm, assist with processing the unique and complex emotional aftermath, and help preserve and understand options for pressing charges. Even for someone who does not wish to report the event to the police or pursue disciplinary action, seeking medical attention as soon as possible is important. At any point that an individual is ready to come forward, the university is prepared to help.

For information about complaint management for victims, see Title IX and Sex Discrimination Policy.

Further information about Title IX and sex discrimination in education is available from the Office of Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100 (by Customer Service Hotline: 800-421-3481; fax: 202-453-6012; TDD: 877-521-2172; email: [email protected]; or on the web, at http://www.ed.gov/ocr).

NUHS strictly prohibits retaliation against any individual who brings a good faith complaint under this policy or participates in any portion of a Title IX investigation. Retaliatory conduct violates not only the university’s Non-Retaliation Policy and Title IX, but may also violate state and federal law.

Resources for Victims of Sexual Misconduct

Download printable version of Title IX Overview and Resources

NUHS has created brochures with contact information and bystander intervention tips to assist the NUHS community:

Survivor’s Rights

To receive concise information regarding crime victim’s rights:
- Illinois Victim’s Rights can be found at: ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=1970&ChapterID=54
- Florida Crime Victims’ Bill of Rights can be found at: https://www.myfloridalegal.com/crime-victims-services/florida-crime-victims-bill-of-rights
To report or not report the alleged incident to NUHS or law enforcement.
To request NUHS to assist you in contacting local law enforcement.
To make a confidential report to the NUHS confidential advisor and/or Title IX coordinator.
To make a confidential report to a mental health counselor or clergy.
To request NUHS provide you with interim protective measures.
To receive a resolution complaint summary from NUHS through the NUHS Title IX and Sex Discrimination Policy found at:
https://www.nuhs.edu/wp-content/uploads/Title-IX-Policy-2021.pdf
To request NUHS assist you in seeking assistance through community-based, state, and national sexual assault crisis centers referenced below in the resource section and receive that information within 12 hours of filing a complaint.
To receive free medical forensic exams at the hospitals located below:
- Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515 – (630) 275-5900
- St. Petersburg Hospital, 6500 28th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710 – (727) 384-1414

Campus Security

Illinois Campus Security

On-Campus - Ext. 311
Cell Phone - (630) 927-9957

Florida Campus Security

SPC Security Dispatch
(727) 791-2560

Police (Non-Emergency)

Illinois Police / Sheriff

Lombard Police Department
(630) 620-5955

DuPage County Sheriff's Office
(630) 682-7256

Florida Police / Sheriff

Pinellas Park Police Department
(727) 541-0758

Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
(727) 582-6200

Rape Crisis, Sexual Assault, Sexual Abuse

Illinois

IL Coalition Against Sexual Assault
(217) 753‐4117
www.icasa.org

Rape Victim Advocates
(312) 443‐9603
www.rapevictimadvocates.org

Florida

Suncoast Center
(727) 530-7273
www.suncoastcenter.org

FL Council Against Sexual Violence
(850) 297‐2000
www.fcasv.org

National

National Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673
www.rainn.org

Center for Disease Control & Prevention
1-800-232-4636
www.cdc.gov/std

AIDS National Hotline
1-800-342-2437

Sexual and Domestic Abuse Outreach and Advocacy

Illinois

Family Shelter Services
(630) 221-8290
www.familyshelterservice.org

Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault
(217) 753-8081

Florida

Suncoast Center Abuse Hotline
1-800-962-2873
www.suncoastcenter.org

FL Council Against Sexual Violence
(850) 297‐2000
www.fcasv.org

FL Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-500-1119
www.fcadv.org

National

National Sexual Violence Center
1-877-739-3895
www.nsvrc.org

National Domestic Violence Helpline
1-800-799-7233
www.thehotline.org

ChildHelp National Child Abuse Hotline
(1-800) 4-A-Child or
(1-800) 422-4453
www.childhelp.org/hotline/

Stalking Resources

Illinois

Illinois Stalking Law:
www.victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/illinois#3

Florida

Florida Stalking Law:
www.victimsofcrime.org/our-programs/stalking-resource-center/stalking-laws/criminal-stalking-laws-by-state/florida#48

National

National Stalking Resource Center
(202) 467-8700
www.nsvrc.org

Counseling and Mental Health Services

Illinois

DuPage County Crisis Intervention Unit
(630) 627-1700
www.dupagehealth.org

NAMI of DuPage County
(630) 752-0066
www.namidupage.org

IL Health & Human Services Helpline
1-800-843-6154
www.dhs.state.il.us

YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
(630) 971-3927
www.ywcachicago.org

Florida

Suncoast Center
(727) 388-1220
www.suncoastcenter.org

University of South Florida Psychological Services Center
(813) 974-2496
http://psc.usf.edu/

National

National Alliance on Mental Health
1-800-950-6264
www.nami.org

Victims’ Rights and Resources

National

The National Center for Victims of Crime
(202) 467-8700
https://victimsofcrime.org/

Not Alone
http://changingourcampus.org/

Each member of the university plays a vital role in supporting the NUHS community. Through collaboration, commitment, and dedication every employee can aid in the safety of the campus.

Responsible Employees

Any NUHS employee (Illinois or Florida site) other than the Title IX Coordinator, Title IX Deputy Coordinators or the designated Confidential Advisor for the Illinois site is considered a Responsible Employee. The Office of Civil Rights defines responsible employees as any employee who:

(a) has the authority to take action to redress sexual harassment/misconduct;

(b) who has been given the duty of reporting incidents of sexual harassment/misconduct or any other misconduct by students to the Title IX Coordinator or other appropriate designee;

(c) who a student reasonably believes has the authority or duty.

NUHS understands that a student, employee or third party may choose to make a report to an NUHS Responsible Employee for various reasons. That person may have limited interaction with NUHS employees, may have developed a professional relationship with a particular employee and feels comfortable bringing forward his/her concern, may need immediate attention and interacts with the first employee they encounter, or may not know where a complaint should be filed.

It is important to recognize that any person making a complaint to a Responsible Employee is not making a “confidential” complaint, but instead a complaint that will be kept “private” and shared with the Title IX Coordinator as soon as possible. If you receive a complaint, please notify the Title IX Coordinator via phone (630-889-6607) or email ([email protected]) immediately. If the Title IX Coordinator is not available, please notify campus security immediately (630-927-9957).

NUHS has developed several resources a responsible employee may wish to refer to when receiving a complaint.

Title IX Responsible Employee Action Checklist
Provides step by step directions regarding interaction with a complainant.
Title IX Overview and Resources
Identifies Title IX Officials, locations, Campus Security Contact Information and resources relative to counseling, hotlines and hospitals. This sheet should be printed out and given to any person that files a complaint with a responsible employee.
Rights of the Victim (Illinois) and Rights of the Victim (Florida)
Identifies Illinois and/or Florida mandated rights every victim of sexual assault has available to them.
Title IX and Sex Discrimination Policy
NUHS policy and procedures pertaining to sexual misconduct and sexual harassment.

All NUHS community members receive training on the expectations and roles in fostering a safe and respectful campus.

Title IX training for employees and students is provided by Vector Solutions Student Success web-based training software.

Annual Training:

The Title IX Coordinator undergoes annual training via on-site conferences and webinars with the Association of Title IX Administrators, along with additional training resources.