The University will investigate all reports of sexual and interpersonal violence, including sex discrimination, sexual assault, sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking as required by law and we will investigate to the extent the information is available to me through a formal report.
The University will protect the privacy of all parties to a complaint or other report of sexual and interpersonal violence to the extent possible. Certain staff are obligated by law to maintain confidentiality, including certain Counseling Center and Health Services staff. When the University receives complaints of sex discrimination or sexual and interpersonal violence, the University has an obligation to respond in a way that limits the effects of the sex discrimination or sexual and interpersonal violence and to prevent its recurrence. Information will be shared as necessary in the course of an investigation with people who need to know, such as investigators, witnesses, and the accused. If you are unsure of someone’s duties and ability to maintain your privacy, ask them before you talk to them.
You have the right to make a statement to University Police, local law enforcement, and/or State Police or choose not to; to be protected by SUNY Oswego from retaliation for participating in an investigation; and to receive assistance and resources from SUNY Oswego. It is important that you are aware of your rights and opportunities for support and assistance. The following are resources available both on campus and in the campus community.
Important definitions:
Accused shall mean a person accused of a violation who has not yet entered the student conduct process.
Respondent shall mean a person accused of a violation who has entered the student conduct process. Go to https://www.oswego.edu/title-ix/definitions for all of our related definitions.
Contact any of these offices or agencies for additional resources:
Counseling Center 315-312-4416 (students only)
EAP – Employee Assistance Program 315-312-5546 Employee Assistance Program website (employees only)
Financial Obligations if you are charged and found responsible for violation of college policy:
Academic Calendar
Cancellation, Drops, and Withdrawals
Human Resources 201 Culkin Hall 315-312-2230 (if accused is an employee)
Mary Walker Health Center: 315-312-4100 (students only)
Oswego Hospital: 315-349-5511
Police assistance:
- University Police: 315-312-5555
- Oswego Police: 315-342-8120
- New York State Police: 911
- Note: If disciplinary charges and criminal charges are pursued at the same time it is possible that the campus may need to temporarily suspend its fact-finding while the law enforcement agency is in the process of gathering evidence.
Student Conduct: 315-312-3378 (if accused is a student)
Residence Life & Housing: 315-312-2246 (students only)
Title IX Coordinator: Lisa Evaneski 407 Culkin Hall 315-312-5604 (private voicemail) [email protected] (e-mail is better contact during nights, weekends and holidays) Website: oswego.edu/title-ix (find policies here: oswego.edu/title-ix/policies) Lisa's schedule: https://calendar.app.google/C9oaTup6UJas1Dbs8
Work site relocation needs? Contact Lisa first.
For out of class notice to professors (3+ days) contact the Dean of Students Office at 315-312-5483 or [email protected]. It is recommended that you reach out to your professors immediately if you have missed any classes or assignments. Here are draft e-mails for your reference, don’t forget to CC [email protected] in the email so she can confirm without details shared:
- If you missed classes: I am working with Lisa Evaneski regarding a serious personal matter and missed class (dates). Ask for flexibility and if there is anything you can do to make up for it.
- If you need to postpone, retake or reschedule a test: Is it possible to (re-) take the exam on (date) at a later date?
- If you need more time to complete an assignment: I need additional time to complete (name the assignment) and would like to request an extension until (date) to hand it in.
- Sometimes they are looking for a reasonable way to handle it, so if you can point to the syllabus and directly address what you think is fair, that works too. Something like “I know you said you would take 10% off for late assignments, I am wondering if it is possible to take less off or waive it this time".
You can choose not to participate in the investigation, however it is helpful to have your perspective considered by decision makers. If your case goes to an investigation and hearing, you will be able to share your perspective during the hearing, even if you do not participate in the investigation.
For any questions, please reach out to Lisa Evaneski, Title IX Coordinator via email: [email protected]