Title IX
Title IX: Training - Friday, April 18, 2025
Please join Bricker Graydon attorney Kylie Stryffeler for a discussion of the current guidance for colleges and universities related to academic support for pregnant and parenting students. This presentation will offer practical tips for complying with the law and SVSU’s policies. Sessions 1 & 2 will cover academic support for pregnant parenting students. Please note both of these sessions cover the same content, and participants only need to register for one of the two. Session 3 will cover an introduction to Title IX for individuals who work in residential education, including the grievance process.
- Pregnancy and Parenting & Supportive Measures (10-11 a.m. & 12-1 p.m.)
- Title IX Basics for Residential Education Staff (2-3 p.m.)
Title IX: Resource Quick Links
Saginaw Valley State University is committed to creating and maintaining an educational environment free from all forms of sexual misconduct. As a result, SVSU strictly prohibits gender and sex-based harassment, dating/domestic violence, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, and stalking. Intimidation, coercion, and violence of any kind will not be tolerated.
These laws and policies apply to the entire University community. To assist in education, reporting or access to various resources and support, select from the option below:
Title IX & Bystander Intervention Training Now Available
At SVSU, fostering a safe and respectful campus community is everyone's responsibility. As part of our ongoing commitment, all faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to complete a new online training focused on Title IX responsibilities and bystander intervention strategies.
What to Expect:
- Faculty, adjunct faculty, staff and part-time employees will learn how to respond to and report disclosures of sexual harassment.
- Students will gain tools to recognize and safely intervene in potentially harmful situations.
Training Details:
The training is delivered through our partner, Vector Solutions, and is self-paced, taking approximately 60–75 minutes to complete. Participants should watch their SVSU email for a message with access instructions. All training must be completed by May 31, 2025.
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CONTACT US.
Title IX Coordinator - Dr. Mamie Thorns
mtthorns@svsu.edu
(989) 964-4068
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(989) 964-4141