

Title IX Coordinator
The Title IX Coordinator is the designated representative of the University with primary responsibility for coordinating University Title IX compliance efforts, including the University’s efforts to end any sexual misconduct, prevent its recurrence and address its effects. The Title IX Coordinator oversees and monitors the University’s overall compliance with Title IX-related policies and developments; the implementation and oversight of grievance processes and procedures, including review, investigation and resolution of reports of sexual misconduct; the provision of educational materials and training for the campus community; and monitoring all other aspects of the University’s Title IX compliance.
Inquiries or complaints about Title IX, sex discrimination, sexual harassment or other forms of sexual misconduct may be directed to the University’s Title IX Coordinator:
Sheila Bryant
Title IX Coordinator
Emerson Administration Room 208
208.467.8062
titleix@nnu.edu
sheilabryant@nnu.edu
How to Report to the University
How to Report When You Have Experienced Sexual Misconduct
Anyone who has experienced sex discrimination, sexual harassment or sexual misconduct—including, but not limited to, unwelcome sexual advances, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence or stalking—is strongly encouraged to report this experience to the University. Reporting to the University will enable the University to take measures to stop the behavior, prevent it from occurring in the future and provide support, resources and protection.
There are many different ways to report to the University. Reports can be made by telephone, mail, email, in person and online on the NNU Website. Reports may be made at any time, including non-business hours. Reports submitted through the website will go directly to the Title IX Coordinator. You can choose to complete the form anonymously or to provide your name and contact information.
Report To:
Sheila Bryant
Title IX Coordinator
Emerson Administration Room 208
208.467.8062
titleix@nnu.edu
sheilabryant@nnu.edu
Alison Larson
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Associate Athletic Director for Compliance and Student Affairs
JSC, Main Athletic Office
208.467.8629
alisonlarson@nnu.edu
Kylee Ball
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Associate Vice-President of Student Engagement
Conrad Student Commons Room 133
208.467.8311
kyleeball@nnu.edu
Heidi Powers
Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Director of Human Resource
Emerson Admissions Room 104
208.467.8588
heidipowers@nnu.edu
You can report to the University without initiating a formal complaint (which results in an investigation and, potentially, disciplinary action) or without reporting to law enforcement. You do not need to submit a formal complaint in order to receive supportive measures from the University. Please see the Northwest Nazarene University Sexual Misconduct Policy for additional information about reporting options and considerations.
Reporting Process Flowchart
Confidential Support
NNU is committed to protecting the privacy of all individuals involved in a report of sexual misconduct and will protect confidentiality to the extent possible, even if there is not a specific request for confidentiality.
The University encourages individuals who believe they have experienced sexual misconduct to talk to someone about what happened. Different people on campus have different reporting responsibilities and different abilities to maintain privacy or confidentiality. Some individuals and campus resources can offer confidentiality while others have specific obligations to report to the Title IX Coordinator when they receive information about sexual misconduct.
Confidential communications are those which legally cannot be disclosed to another person, without the reporter’s consent, except under very limited circumstances. Individuals who want the details of sexual misconduct to be kept confidential should speak with a medical professional, professional counselor, minister or other pastoral counselor, or trained victims’ advocates.
On Campus Confidential Support Resources include: |
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NNU Wellness Center |
University Chaplain Grant Miller Conrad Student Commons Rooms 136 Phone: 208.467.8665 gtmiller@nnu.edu |
University Associate Chaplain |
Chaplain for Graduate and Adult Professional Students |
Off-Campus Support Resources include: |
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Nampa Family Justice Center 1305 3rd Street South Nampa, ID 83651 www.nampafamilyjusticecenter.org 208.475.5700 |
Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Center (Idaho Falls, ID) dvsacac.org 208.235.2412 (24-hour hotline) |
WCA Rape Crisis Center |
Nampa Family Justice Center 1305 3rd Street South Nampa, ID 83652 nampafamilyjusticecenter.org |
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) rainn.org 800.656.HOPE (4673)
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What To Do If You Have Experienced Sexual Assault
Get Help Now
If you have experienced sexual assault or other violence, it may be hard to know what to do or where to go. Your first step is to get to a safe place. Then you can contact any of the resources listed below for immediate, trained help, including assistance in your decision-making about seeking medical attention, reporting to law enforcement and filing a formal complaint with the University.
For Immediate Help
Dial 911 for local law enforcement.
Call NNU Campus Safety at 208.467.8911 to have a Campus Safety Officer dispatched to your location.
For medical assistance, including a SAFE exam, contact one of the medical centers listed below.
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Nampa
St Alphonsus Medical Center |
Boise
St Alphonsus Regional Medical Center |
St Alphonsus Medical Center 4402 E Flamingo Ave. Nampa, ID 83687 208.463.5000 |
St. Luke’s Boise Medical Center 190 W Bannock St Boise, ID 83712 208.381.2222 |
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St Luke’s Nampa Medical Plaza 9850 W St Luke’s Dr. Nampa, ID 83687 208.505.2000 |
St. Luke’s Meridian Medical Center 520 S Eagle Rd Meridian, ID 83642 208.706.5000 |
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Idaho Falls | ||
Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center |
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Sexual Assault Forensic Examiners (SAFE Nurses) are on call in the Treasure Valley hospitals to perform a special exam that includes the collection of evidence. The nurses can also evaluate the risk of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases and provide resources to help with recovery. Although DNA evidence may be collected up to five days after a sexual assault, it is most likely to yield positive results the sooner it is collected. Choosing to be examined by a SAFE nurse can provide vital evidence and protect your health and safety. Obtaining a SAFE exam does not obligate you to pursue criminal charges, however, the evidence will be available if you change your mind and decide to file charges at a later date.
After Your Immediate Needs Have Been Met
Report to the University so you can receive ongoing support and continue your education in a safe and nondiscriminatory environment.
Receive ongoing support even if you do not file a police report or file a formal complaint with the University.
There are many resources available to support you, both on campus and in the community. You can access them at any time, even if your experience happened weeks, months or years ago.
Consider filing a formal complaint which will result in an investigation and, potentially, disciplinary action against the person who committed the sexual harassment, misconduct or assault.
Help Someone Else
How to Support a Survivor of Sexual Assault
Believe Your Friend
Remember it's often very difficult for survivors to come forward and share their story, and your reaction may affect whether or not they choose to continue to share this information with others and seek further support. Tell your friend you believe him or her and you want to support him or her in any way you can.
Respect Privacy
Don't share your friend's story with others unless you have that person's permission to do so.
Listen
It is natural when listening to a story to want to ask questions and get details about what transpired. In this situation, however, it is best to allow the survivor to control what and how much they would like to tell you about the incident. You should listen actively and non-judgmentally. Reiterate that you are there to listen and support, and allow the survivor to dictate when and how much they wish to say.
Assure Your Friend That it is Not His or Her Fault
Self-blame is common among victims of sexual violence. It is important that, as their friend, you help the survivor understand that no matter what happened—it was not their fault.
Allow Your Friend to Control Next Steps
It is natural to want to try to fix the problem, but know that healing from this event will take a great deal of time, and your friend must maintain the ability to choose how they wish to go about that healing process. You may provide advice, guidance and information about their options for additional support, but allow your friend to decide if, when and how they will pursue these resources. If your friend is hesitant to get help from any outside sources, even those you know are supportive and helpful, offer to go with her/him. Reassure your friend that he/she can speak confidentially with a counselor at The Wellness Center. As a reminder, if your friend would like to make a confidential disclosure, he/she should wait until he/she is speaking with a clinician. When making the appointment, simply indicate the matter is of an urgent personal or confidential nature, and no further information will be required.
Don't Forget to Support Yourself
Supporting a friend through a trauma can be a difficult and emotionally draining experience for those in the support role as well. Recognize this and don't hesitate to seek help and support for yourself when you need it. You cannot effectively support your friend without being mindful of your own health and well-being.
Title IX Training
The 2021 Title IX Regulations, specifically 34 CFR Part 106.45(b)(10), mandate the public sharing of materials used to train the University’s Title IX team members including the Title IX Coordinator, Investigators, and Adjudicators. As additional training is completed by Title IX team members, those materials will be added to this page throughout the year.
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Annual Training for Advanced Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators (23-24) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Investigator Training (23-24) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Investigator Training (22-23) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Hearing Panel Training (22-23) (trainED Solutions)
Annual Training for New Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators (21-22) (trainEd Solutions)
Annual Training for Advanced Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators (21-22) (trainEd Solutions)
Annual Training for New Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators (22-23) (trainED Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Investigator Training (23-24) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Investigator Training (2223) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Investigator Training (2122) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Hearing Panel Training (21-22) (trainEd Solutions)
Title IX/VAWA Hearing Panel Training (22-23) (trainED Solutions)