Disclosures Pursuant to C.G.S. 10a-55s - Sexual Misconduct Climate Assessments
Incidents of Sexual Assault, Stalking & Intimate Partner Violence
Report submitted to the joint standing committee of the General Assembly having cognizance of matters relating to higher education pursuant to subsection (f) of section C.G.S. 10a-55m.
| Calendar Year 2023 | Sexual Assault | Stalking | Intimate Partner Violence |
|---|---|---|---|
| # of Incidents Reported | 33 | 17 | 8 |
| # of Anonymous Reports Made | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| # of Disciplinary Cases | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Calendar Year 2023 | Sexual Assault | Stalking | Intimate Partner Violence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disciplinary Case: Repondent Found Responsible | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Case: Respondent Found Not Responsible | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Sanction: Expulsion from Campus Housing | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Sanction: Expulsion | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Disciplinary Sanction: Suspension | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Informal Resolution | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| No Opportunity for Disciplinary Case: Non SHU Respondent | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| Complainant Electively Declined Disciplinary Action | 14 | 12 | 4 |
| Anonymous Report/Lack of Information | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Other | 0 | 1 | 0 |
The University remains committed to addressing incidents of sexual misconduct through its established policies, including the Title IX Formal Grievance Policy, the Student Code of Conduct, and the Employee Handbook. Additionally, the University dedicates significant time and resources to coordinating supportive measures for both students and employees, including in cases where the misconduct is non-affiliated with the University. The tables provided offer insight into our reports and responses for 2023. Our narrative below expands on that data.
The University received a total of 33 reports of sexual assault. Of those reports, 11 had no opportunity for a SHU disciplinary case as the respondent was non-SHU affiliated and 14 of the remaining complainants declined disciplinary action or did not respond to outreach, and the University determined to not move forward without the complainant’s filing. Another 4 of the reports were either anonymous or lacking information, preventing the University from moving forward. Of the remaining 4 reports, 1 respondent was found responsible, expelled from campus housing and received a suspension. 2 respondents were found not responsible, and the remaining case was resolved informally.
The University received a total of 17 reports of stalking. Of those reports, 2 had no opportunity for a SHU disciplinary case as the respondent was non-SHU affiliated and 12 of the remaining complainants declined disciplinary action or did not respond to outreach, and the University determined to not move forward without the complainant’s filing. One of the reports was either anonymous or lacking information, preventing the University from moving forward. Of the remaining 2 reports, 1 case was resolved informally and the “other” case is still in progress.
The University received a total of 8 reports of Intimate Partner Violence. Of those reports, 1 had no opportunity for a SHU disciplinary case as the respondent was non-SHU affiliated and 4 of the remaining complainants declined disciplinary action or did not respond to outreach, and the University determined to not move forward without the complainant’s filing. One of the reports was either anonymous or lacking information, preventing the University from moving forward. Of the remaining 2 reports, 1 was resolved informally and 1 is in the informal resolution process currently.
All complainants involved in the report were provided with information regarding supportive measures, resources and options that were available to them through the Office of Title IX following the report’s receipt in Title IX. This includes individuals whose cases could not be resolved through the Office of Title IX. Further, respondents involved in a formal or informal resolution processes were offered the same supportive measures.
Stalking Awareness Tabling Event
- January 2023
- Approximately 30 students
Green Dot Trainings
Bystander intervention training given by SHU staff.
- January 2023
- Approximately 90 students
- March 2023
- Approximately 25 students
- August 2023
- Approximately 80 attendees
Domestic Abuse Awareness Event
Handing out ribbons to raise awareness about dating/domestic violence.
- October 2023
- Approximately 50 people
Stalking Awareness: See it. Know It. Name It.
One table event discussing dangers of stalking and one having students put stalking “red dots” on a poster.
- January 2023
- Approximately 100 people
Spring Semester Tabling Event
A co-sponsored event with the Center for Family Justice CFJ to raise sexual assault awareness.
- February 2023
- Engaged approximately 45 people
White Ribbon Campaign
Delta Tau Delta hosted an event where various community members spoke to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault. Project Director of OVW was one of the guest speakers.
- April 2023
- Approximately 200 people
Survivors on the Mat
Yoga for Healing experience done in collaboration with SHU Fit. Hosted two yoga session that honored victims that went through or are healing from Sexual Assault. Distributed information & ribbons.
- April 2023
- Approximately 10 people a session
Take Back the Night
Collaborated with SHU Stand Up Club. Event held outside Chapel, writing supportive chalk messages, paper lanterns. CFJ advocate was there providing info.
- April 2023
- Approximately 80 people
Wear Denim Day
Raise awareness of dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
- April 2023
- Approximately 20 people
Just SHU IT
Encouraged students to take the pledge to believe survivors of dating violence, sexual assault and stalking.
- September 2023
- Approximately 60 people
Sexual Assault Awareness Art Exhibit
Hosted by the CFJ. Displayed art created by members of the larger community and displayed for five days.
- April 2023
- Hard to estimate, but the display was in a higher-traffic area of West Campus, so possibly 200 people.
Walk a Mile
A CFJ event to raise sexual assault awareness but Sacred Heart University always represents and participates.
- June 2023
- We had a much smaller turnout this year due to the event being postponed from April.
RSA Advocacy Training
Sexual assault advocacy training provided to senior resident assistance in collaboration with CFJ.
- August 2023
- Approximately 50 attendees
“My Red Lips” Promotional Tabling
Co-sponsored event with CFJ promoting the My Red Lips international nonprofit organization designed to raise visibility and awareness about the realities and prevalence of sexual violence.
- August 2023
- Engaged approximately 45 attendees
- November 2023
- Engaged approximately 60 attendees
Training
Summer/Fall 2023
- Hall Director Title IX Training
- Hall Staff Title IX Training
- First-Year Sexual Assault Prevention Live Speaker
- First-Year Sexual Assault Prevention Online Course
- Fraternity New Member Online Sexual Assault Prevention Training Course
Winter/Spring 2024
- Hall Staff Title IX Training
- Residential Hall Floor Program: IPV Awareness and Prevention
- Athletics Small Group Workshop: Identity, Healthy Relationships and Prevention
- All Athletics Sexual Assault Prevention Title IX Training
Ongoing
- Preventing Harassment & Discrimination, Extended Version with Title IX & Clery: Non-Supervisor Employees (Faculty and Staff)
- Preventing Harassment & Discrimination, Extended Version with Title IX & Clery: Supervisor (Faculty and Staff)
Clery Report
Annual Campus Crime & Fire Safety Report pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and C.G.S. 10a-55a
Sexual Misconduct Climate Assessment