S t u d e n t H a n d b o o k: C o m p l a i n t s , G r i e v a n c e s , G r a d e A p p e a l s & C o d e o f C o n d u c t
Filing a Harassment, Sexual Assault or Retaliation in Person
(Secondary Way to File)
Due to the serious nature of harassment, sexual assault and retaliation complaints, students can report the complaint to the Dean or Title IX Coordinator in person and/or online.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: File ONLINE immediately (following the directions on previous two pages) unless you want to talk to the Dean first . In such instances, contact the Dean of Students ’ office to schedule an appointment (or contact the Academic Dean if the Dean of Students is not available). If neither are available, file online immediately and one of the Deans will reach out to you.
Dean of Students: Dr. Cyrus Vance (first line of contact)
Office: 205-929-6361; Email: cvance@lawsonstate.edu
Academic Dean: Dr. Sherri Davis (back-up line of contact)
Office: 205-929-6357; Email: sdavis@lawsonstate.edu
Step 2: Submit your claim in writing online (at the time of your office visit), providing only truthful and accurate information. Let the Administrative Assistant know you would like to report a harassment or retaliation complaint. They will ensure you have access to a computer to report it at the time of your visit. You need to file online whether the Dean is available or not.
Step 3: In some instances, if the Dean of Students is available at the time you come to the office, be prepared to meet on the same day your claim is filed.
You will be contacted within 24 to 48 hours, depending on the day and time of the filing of your harassment / retaliation claim. All harassment and retaliation claims are investigated by the institution and resolved in a timely manner and are fully vetted. Harassment and retaliation claims are handled by Committee. Due to the seriousness of harassment, sexual assault and retaliation claims, such claims are expedited at the College. Complaints of this nature, then, do not follow the normal grievance or appeal process. They are fast-tracked and given priority at the institution. NOTE: Filing false claims of harassment or retaliation can be viewed as an act of retaliation (on the part of the person filing the claim) and will be thoroughly investigated and could lead to a violation of the Student Code of Conduct. This in no way should discourage an individual from filing a claim. This warning is written expressly to discourage the practice of filing intentional false claims.
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