Title IX & Non-Discrimination Policy

“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 education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

-Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972

Overview

Spring Hill College is committed to providing a living, learning, and working environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex in all forms. Sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking are not consistent with the values of Spring Hill College. At Spring Hill College, we go beyond compliance with federal laws pertaining to sex-based violence, and we aspire to cultivate a community that is rooted in our Jesuit traditions of justice and respect for others. All members of the campus community should work to promote an environment that fosters respect, integrity, and a commitment to human dignity in an effort to strengthen our resolve against sex discrimination.

Title IX Coordinators

Federal guidelines require that Spring Hill College designate a Title IX Coordinator to ensure compliance with Title IX regulations, serve as a campus resource on Title IX, and receive any sex-baseddiscrimination and harassment complaints. Spring Hill College has designated the following staff person as the Title IX Coordinator:

Vannee Cao-Nguyen, EdD.
Vice President for Community and Culture,
Title IX Coordinator
Spring Hill College
4000 Dauphin St.
Mobile, AL 36608
251-380-3026
vcaonguyen@shc.edu
Titleix@shc.edu

Report a Title IX Incident

Title IX Training

In compliance with 34 CFR §106.45(b)(10)(i)(D) issued by the U.S. Department of Education to amend the regulations implementing Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972, Spring Hill College has made publicly available the minimum training materials used to train the university’s Title IX Coordinator, investigators, decision-makers and other personnel involved in the Title IX process.

The following minimum Training Certifications and the materials used to train, were obtained by the Title IX Staff involved in the Title IX process:

• Title IX Training for Title IX Administrators 2023: https://system.suny.edu/sci/postedtraining/
  

SHC Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy

Spring Hill College has established comprehensive internal policies and procedures to ensure a prompt, fair, and impartial response to allegations of sexual harassment, misconduct, or retaliation. The College upholds the equal dignity of every member of its community and is committed to fostering a safe and respectful environment. Throughout the grievance process, Spring Hill College strives to balance the rights of all parties with compassion and integrity, recognizing the emotional and personal challenges that may arise during such difficult times.

For information regarding the Sexual Harassment and Misconduct Policy, click HERE

SHC Title IX and VAWA Brochure

Spring Hill College has developed a brochure to help faculty, staff, and students to better understand the Spring Hill College’s sexual misconduct policy, support services, reporting mechanisms, and the Title IX process. The SHC Title IX and VAWA brochure is updated annually and is available in print from the Office of Student Affairs, Provost Office, Department of Public Safety, and the Residence Life and Community Standards Office.

Title IX and VAWA Brochure

Spring Hill College is dedicated to fostering an environment that is welcoming, inclusive, and accessible for pregnant and parenting students and employees. Title IX protects against discrimination on the basis of sex, which includes discrimination based on current, potential, or past pregnancy or related conditions. 

Spring Hill College provides reasonable accommodations that do not fundamentally alter the program, course or service provided. 

Resources

Contact any of the following for immediate assistance or questions about sexual harassment, sexual discrimination, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking. If you have an immediate emergency, please call 9-1-1.

1. Title IX Coordinator at 251-380-3026, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, M-F
2. Spring Hill College Public Safety, at 251-380-4444, 24 hours/7 days a week
3. Spring Hill College Counseling Center, at 251-380-2271, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, M-F
4. Residence Life and Community Standards, at 251-380-3028, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, M-F
5. Mobile Rape Crisis Center, at 1-800-718-7273. 24 hours/7 days a week
6. Penelope House Domestic Violence Shelter, at 251-342-8994. 24 hours/7 days a week