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11 THE COLLEGE'S ANNUAL SECURITY AND FIRE SAFETY REPORT 2017 1 e terms "victim," "survivor," "complainant," "complaining party," and "client" are used interchangeably in this document to refer to an individual who in good faith reports having been subjected to action by another individual that constitutes a violation of applicable law or college policy prohibiting sexual misconduct (including sexual assault, sexual battery, domestic or dating violence, and stalking). e use of the forgoing terms does not signify that a determination has been made that an accused party or respondent has committed such a violation. Such a determination can only be made by a courts (with respect to criminal charges or civil liability) or through the Student Conduct process (with respect to violations of the Undergraduate Student Conduct Code or Graduate Student Conduct Code by students) or employee disciplinary process (with respect to violations of college policy by employees). changes to academic, living, transportation, and working situations, or restrictions on contact between parties and participation or attendance at college events or facilities. Campus Police, Title IX, and Student Conduct are not confidential resources, therefore any information provided may require that the college follow up with an investigation. Although complete confidentiality cannot be guaranteed, the college strives to treat all parties with equal care, respect, and dignity and will to the best of their ability preserve the privacy of all parties involved. Retaliation for filing a complaint is strictly prohibited by Title IX and the college. Any accommodation or protective measure provided to the victim will be kept confidential to the extent that maintaining such confidentiality would not impair the ability of the institution to provide the accommodations or protective measures. Confidential Resources e college believes it is important that students are aware of opportunities for support and assistance. Available confidential resources are listed below. • Anti-Violence Initiatives at 609.771.2272 Forcina Hall, Room 308 • Counseling and Psychological Services at 609.771.2247 Eickhoff Hall, Suite 107 • Student Health Services at 609.771.2889 Eickhoff Hall, Suite 107 • Clergy Reporting any incidents to confidential resources will not result in an investigation without the consent of the student sharing the information, but will be forwarded to Campus Police anonymously for inclusion in the annual campus crime report. When an assault occurs, safety and medical attention are the most pressing issues. Victims are strongly encouraged to obtain prompt medical examinations and treatment for possible injuries, sexually transmitted diseases, and pregnancy. If it is within five (5) days of the assault, evidence can be collected and preserved by activating the county-based Sexual Assault Response Team regardless of the victim's decision to involve law enforcement. In order to preserve evidence, victims should not shower, wash clothing, or disturb items at the scene of the crime. Once evidence is collected it can be held for a minimum of five years while victims consider whether or not to continue with the legal process. ere is no statute of limitation for sexual assault. Successful adjudication, in court or through the campus conduct process, may be more difficult without this evidence. e Campus Sexual Assault Victim's Bill of Rights mandates that policies, procedures, and services be designed to ensure that the needs of victims are met and that the colleges and universities in New Jersey create and maintain communities that support human dignity. is Bill of Rights can be found online at oavi.tcnj.edu/about/policies. e Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and appropriate departments will work collaboratively to implement these accommodations toward the reestablishment of a safe living and learning environment for all parties. Resources for Victims Victims of sexual violence should contact the Office of Campus Police Services, Title IX, or Anti-Violence Initiatives for information and to facilitate access to desired campus and community resources. Persons impacted by violence, directly or indirectly, can meet with Anti-Violence Initiatives staff to obtain confidential counseling, to get advocacy services, and to review available resources on and off campus. Campus Police will assist the victim in obtaining a temporary restraining order from Mercer County Superior Court, Family Division, or during non-business hours the victim will have the chance to speak to a municipal court judge. In addition, Student Conduct or Title IX can issue no-contact directive orders between parties. 1 e college provides written notification to students and employees about existing counseling, health, mental health, victim advocacy, legal assistance, visa and immigration assistance, student financial aid, and other services available for victims, both within the institution and in the community. is notice includes options and assistance for protective measures, rights, and reporting options; see oavi.tcnj.edu/survivors. College Disciplinary Procedures e College of New Jersey, as an institution of higher education and a community dedicated to learning and the advancement of knowledge, expects and requires the behavior of community members to be compatible with its high standards of scholarship and conduct. Members of the college community are encouraged to participate in all aspects of campus life. For the college, this means a firm institutional commitment to protect the community and the rights of its members, and to cultivate and sustain a positive living and learning environment. us, sexual violence will not be tolerated. e U.S. Department of Education and its Office for Civil Rights emphasize the importance of providing all community members with an educational environment free from discrimination. Harassment, or any form of sexual violence, interferes with a person's right to work or receive an education free from discrimination and, in some

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