Title IX
Georgian Court University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of sex — including sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking. We're committed to a community where every person is treated with dignity, decency, and respect, and where cases of prohibited conduct are examined closely and addressed.
Whether you're a student, staff member, or faculty member, you're expected to comply with GCU's policies and to help ensure prohibited conduct doesn't occur.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal civil rights law prohibiting sex discrimination in education programs and activities that receive federal funding — including sexual harassment and sexual violence. The Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 (VAWA) extended related protections and reporting requirements specifically for dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
Reporting a Concern
If you've experienced or witnessed sex discrimination, harassment, or sexual misconduct, you're encouraged to report it. You can report to GCU, to local law enforcement, to both, or to neither — reporting to the university does not require you to also involve the police, and vice versa.
To report to the university, contact:
- The Title IX Coordinator
- A Deputy Title IX Coordinator
- Any faculty or staff member, who can help connect you with the right resource
In an emergency, call 911, then Campus Safety at 732-987-2611.
GCU maintains confidentiality to the extent possible for anyone who reports sexual misconduct of any kind, including a past incident. Reporting does not automatically trigger a formal disciplinary or court process — you have options, and the university can walk you through them.
Non-Retaliation
Retaliation against anyone who reports, in good faith, what they believe to be a violation of GCU's Sexual and Gender-Based Misconduct Policy — or who participates or cooperates in an investigation — is prohibited. If you believe you've experienced retaliation for reporting or participating in an investigation, contact the Title IX Coordinator immediately.
Support Resources
- Counseling Center — confidential counseling support
- Health Services — medical care and referrals
- Campus Safety — emergency response and safety escorts
- Local law enforcement and community-based victim advocacy organizations, available on request
