Sexual Harassment and Sex-based Misconduct

Including Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Exploitation, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking and Related Retaliation

TAMUK is committed to creating and maintaining an educational environment free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sex-based misconduct, and/or related retaliation. Any action involving sexual harassment, sex-based misconduct, violence, coercion, and intimidation will not be tolerated. These acts have a real impact on lives. They not only violate a person’s feelings of trust and safety, but they can also substantially interfere with a student’s education.

It is the policy of TAMUK that all employees, upon learning that an act of sexual harassment and/or sex-based misconduct has taken place, are required to share this information with the Title IX Coordinator. The university has actual notice once the Title IX Coordinator or other official with authority to institute corrective measures has been notified of an incident. Other officials with authority to institute corrective measures include The Title IX Coordinator, Deputy Title IX Coordinators, Human Resources, the Office of Student Affairs, the Office of the Provost, and the president of the university.

Once a report has been received by an official with authority to institute corrective measures immediate action will be taken to provide supportive measures and discuss reporting options. This includes assisting the reporter with making a report to state and local law enforcement to bring possible criminal charges and seeking disciplinary action through the university. The complainant(s) may proceed with a criminal investigation and a Title IX complaint simultaneously. TAMUK encourages the reporting of sexual harassment or sex-based misconduct (including Sexual Assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking based on sex, sexual exploitation, and related retaliation) that is prompt and accurate. This allows the university community to quickly respond to allegations and offer immediate support to the complainant(s). If a formal investigation results in a finding of a violation of sexual harassment and/or sex-based misconduct, the university will impose disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment and/or expulsion from the university.

All Texas A&M University-Kingsville students, faculty, and staff who have experienced sexual harassment or sex-based misconduct (including Sexual Assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking based on sex, sexual exploitation, and related retaliation) have the right to report the incident to the Office of Compliance and Risk Management and to receive a prompt and equitable resolution of the report. Reports may be made to Tasha Clark, Title IX Coordinator, by phoning 361-593-4758, emailing tasha.clark@tamuk.edu or titleix@tamuk.edu, or in person at the Office of Compliance and Risk Management, Lewis Hall, room 130. Individuals may also report anonymously at the Risk, Fraud & Misconduct, Sexual Assault/Harassment Hotline link on the TAMUK homepage (https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/19681/index.html).

All TAMUK students, faculty, and staff who have experienced sexual harassment or sex-based misconduct (including Sexual Assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking based on sex, sexual exploitation, and related retaliation) also have the right to choose to report the crime to law enforcement. Students, faculty, and staff may seek assistance from the Office of Compliance and Risk Management with reporting incidents to the University Police Department, Kingsville Police Department, or other police departments in other jurisdictions. Students, faculty, and staff also have the right to decline to report an incident to law enforcement.

University Police Department Lewis Hall on University Blvd 361-593-2611

Kingsville Police Department 1700 E King Ave, Kingsville, TX 361-592-4311

It is important for victims of sexual harassment or sex-based misconduct (including Sexual Assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking based on sex, sexual exploitation, and related retaliation) to be aware of the importance of seeking treatment and preserving evidence. A sexual assault may result in injuries that are not visible. Your family care physician can provide medical assistance and treatment. Medical professionals are not required to call law enforcement when treating an adult patient for a sexual assault. You may also have a Sexual Assault Exam, performed by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE). The SANE will collect evidence and treat any injuries you may have sustained but this must be done within 5 days of the assault. The exam can be completed even if you choose not to involve the police and file a report. If you suspect you were drugged, you should be tested, ideally within 24 hours of ingestion. If you want a pill to prevent pregnancy (“Morning After Pill”), it can be obtained over the counter at a pharmacy or Student Health and Wellness.

If you think you want evidence collected, do not bathe, douche, shower, brush your teeth, or go to the bathroom. Do not change your clothes. Keep any clothing or sheets, blankets, etc., undisturbed. If they must be moved, keep each item separate and do not place them into a plastic bag. Use a paper bag or wrap the items in a sheet. Do not delete or destroy any text messages, emails, voicemails, written notes, or any other documents that are relevant.

For a SANE exam please contact Doctor’s Regional or Driscoll Children’s Hospital:

Doctor’s Regional
3315 S. Alameda St. Corpus Christi 78411 361-761-1000

Driscoll Children’s Hospital
3533 S Alameda St, Corpus Christi 78411 361-694-5000

Requests for assistance with transportation to the hospitals to get a SANE exam may be made to the Office of Compliance and Risk Management and the University Police Department.