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Title IX Office

"No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 

NMT Notice of Nondiscrimination

Reporting Options & Procedures

University community members who have experienced sexual misconduct (e.g., sexual discrimination or sexual harassment) have the right to report to police, the university, both, or neither. Reporting to both the university and local police does not limit your options in seeking support from either.

Within the university, multiple resolution pathways are available to you. You can seek formal resolution, alternative resolution, or educational resolution, as well as confidential support and/or supportive measures.

NMT Sexual Misconduct Reporting Options & Procedures

NMT Sexual Misconduct Reporting Options & Procedures- Spanish Version

FILE A REPORT

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct

Title IX is a Federal law that prohibits discrimination based on sex in educational programs and activities that receive Federal financial assistance.  Examples of programs and activities that are subject to Title IX include applicants (e.g., admissions, employment), financial aid, academic programs, athletics, and housing.  Title IX protects students, employees, and recruits from sex harassment. Title IX Sexual Harassment is a type of misconduct covered in the NMT Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Specifically, Title IX regulations apply to allegations which:

The NMT Sexual Misconduct Policy has a broader scope and offers more protections than Title IX regulations.  Any and all allegations of sexual misconduct should be addressed. The NMT Sexual Misconduct Policy applies to:

These prohibited behaviors (i.e., Prohibited Conduct) are also considered a violation of New Mexico Tech’s Sexual Misconduct Policy that applies to all Tech’s students and employees.

Complainants (Tech uses the term “Complainant” in lieu of victim and “Respondent” as the individual/s who need to respond to the allegations) of sexual misconduct not defined by Title IX should still report to the NMT Title IX Office (Fidel Student Center Rm 288, titleixcoordinator@nmt.edu, 575-835-5953) to receive support, resources, and information. These allegations may be addressed by other University policies.

Reports of violations of other University policies will be referred to the appropriate unit, such as the Office of Human Resources, the Academic Affairs, the Dean of Students, or the Dean of Graduate Students.

New Mexico Tech’s Title IX Coordinator monitors and oversees the University’s compliance with Title IX and related laws in the prevention of sex discrimination. This includes coordinating education and training activities, as well as responding to Title IX complaints. Students, faculty, administrators, staff, or others who participate in Tech’s education programs and activities with questions, concerns, or complaints about sex/gender-based discrimination, stalking, intimate partner violence, sexual harassment or other forms of sexual misconduct are encouraged to contact Tech’s Title IX Coordinator:

Title IX Coordinator

Peter Phaiah, Ph.D.
Associate V.P. for Student Affairs
Fidel Student Center, Rm. 288
801 Leroy Place
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-5953 Off.
(575) 322-0001 Cell.
Email: titleixcoordinator@nmt.edu 

Dr. Phaiah is available to meet with students or employees who need information or guidance about sex discrimination, Title IX Prohibited Conduct, and sexual misconduct. Normal office hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., but appointments can also be made outside of these hours as needed. 

Title IX inquiries can also be directed to:

Title IX Deputy

Randy Saavedra
Affirmative Action/EEOC Director &
ADA Compliance Officer
Cramer Hall 115
801 Leroy Place
Socorro, NM 87801
(575) 835-5005.
email: randy.saavedra@nmt.edu 
Webpage: www.nmt.edu/affirmative-action

Title IX Investigators

Theresa Kappel
Email:  theresa.kappel@nmt.edu
 
Matthew Johnson
Email: matthew.johnson@nmt.edu

For more information, see New Mexico Tech Sexual Misconduct Policy or Procedures for Reporting Incidents of Misconduct or Title IX Offenses below.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Recent Update

Some of you may have heard about new regulations recently issued by the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Tech has initially modified its New Mexico Tech Sexual Misconduct Policy accordingly and to be in compliance with the Clery Act, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), and applicable New Mexico law. There is a need to continually collaborate with various constituents to address issues that fall outside the scope or jurisdiction of Title IX but are still necessary and will be covered by the NMT Sexual Misconduct policy and our Student Code of Conduct. Tech remains firmly committed to our work in preventing, educating, and responding to issues of sexual misconduct and intimate partner/relationship violence.    

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of New Mexico Tech to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University’s educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination.

The Title IX Coordinator has been designated to oversee Tech’s compliance with Title IX and to respond to reports of violations. See the website below for more information about Title IX. If you believe New Mexico Tech is not in compliance with the Title IX regulations, a person may also file a complaint with the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights regarding an alleged violation of Title IX by visiting the U.S. Department of Education's website or calling 800-421-3481.

Related Policies and Procedures

The following policies and procedures govern Tech’s response to complaints of sexual misconduct and prohibited conduct:

Title IX Office FERPA Authorization

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, as amended (sometimes referred to as the Buckley Amendment), is a federal law that protects the privacy of education records of all students enrolled in schools beyond the high school level. Schools are required to maintain that privacy, primarily by restricting the release of records and the access provided to those records. Under FERPA, education records are defined as records that are directly related to a student and are maintained by an educational agency or institution, or by a party acting on behalf of the agency or institution. The information may be recorded in any way, including, but not limited to, handwriting, print, computer media, videotape, audiotape, film, microfilm, microfiche, and e-mail.

Any educational institution that receives funds under any program administered by the U.S. Secretary of Education is bound by FERPA requirements. Institutions that fail to comply with FERPA may have funds administered by the Secretary of Education withheld. The U.S. Department of Education maintains a website with information about FERPA.

Students may grant the Title IX Office permission to release information about their records to a third party (including parents, step-parents, etc.) by completing the FERPA Authorization online. Please note that you must complete a separate entry for each parent, family member, or other individual to whom you wish to grant access to information regarding your case.  Please click here to get access to the release form. If you do not have a Tech student account, please contact titleixcoordinator@nmt.edu to obtain the form via email.  

Once completed and submitted to the Title IX Office, we will reach out to the student to confirm that the Authorization is in place.  

Rights of the Parties

Complainant’s Rights Related to Sex-based Discrimination/Sexual Misconduct, Stalking, Relationship Violence, and Retaliation Cases

Respondent’s Rights Related to Sex-based Discrimination/Sexual Misconduct, Stalking, Relationship Violence, and Retaliation Cases

Resources

While the University encourages an individual who has experienced sexual misconduct to make an official report or file a Formal Complaint, if they choose not to do so, they are urged to seek appropriate help. Numerous resources and interim safety measures are available to students and employees on campus at NMT, as well as externally in the community and region. Specific resources, either on or off campus, for medical treatment, legal evidence collection, obtaining information, support, counseling, understanding rights, and officially reporting an incident of sexual misconduct are listed below: 

Key Concepts and Compliance Flyer

Sex Ed for Self-Advocates (this website and resources can be an excellent way to support Autistic students in their understanding of welcome/unwelcome behaviors, healthy relationships, dating, and consent 101)

Supporting LGBTQ+ Students Through Trauma

On-Campus Emergency Resources:

On-Campus Non-emergency Resources:

Off-Campus Emergency Resource

Community Resources & Partners:

Confidential Reporting Options/Resources for NMT Students:

Confidential Reporting Options/Resources for NMT Employees:

Training Information

Title IX Employee Training:

34 CFR Part 106.45(b)(10) requires all employee Title IX training materials to be posted publicly. Many of the materials posted to this site are proprietary and copyrighted. Your right is to inspect and review the materials on this site only. No other right is granted beyond viewing. You are not authorized to copy, use, adapt, save, repost, share publicly, or alter any content from this site. You are not permitted to use the materials on this site for training or for any commercial purpose.

Required Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Awareness Training for New Employees

Required Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Awareness Training for New Employees (Spanish Version)

Employee Annual Sexual Misconduct Awareness & Mandatory Reporter Training

 "In-person" Employee Annual Mandatory Reporter Training opportunities for this year’s training cycle (remaining). 

Tuesday, September 2, 11:30 am - noon, CITL, Speare 113

Tuesday, September 2, 1:15-1:45 pm, CITL, Speare 113

Wednesday, September 3, 8:30 & 9:00 am, Facilities Management Training Room

Thursday, September 4, 8:30 & 9:00 am, Facilities Management Training Room

Thursday, September 4, 4:00-4:30 pm, CITL, Speare 113

Monday, September 8, 8:15- 8:45 am, CITL, Speare 113

Thursday, September 11, 2:00-2:30 p.m., Playas

If you were hired before May 2025, you must complete one of the in-person trainings above or this online  Employee Annual Mandatory Reporter Training module to comply with this year’s training cycle.  New employees hired after April 2025 are required to complete the New Employee Sexual Misconduct & Title IX Awareness Training if they have not already done so.

Required Training for Students:

New Student Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Awareness Training (online version)  or

New Student Awareness Training (in-person training covering Sexual Misconduct, Drugs & Alcohol, and Hazing)

Required Annual Training for Various Title IX Team Members:

July 30, 2025 - Annual Training for Advanced Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators

Required Title IX Investigator Training

July 31, 2025 - Title IX/VAWA Investigator Training

Required Title IX Adjudicator Training

http://www.nmt.edu/titleix/Adjudicator Training Supplement II.pdf

Conducting an Informal Resolution Under Title IX/VAWA

Conducting a Live Hearing Under Title IX/VAWA

Trauma-Informed Practices in Title IX

Being Trauma Informed 

Supporting Survivors of Campus Sexual Violence Involving Campus and Community Partners

Title IX Training Video Links August 2020 Office of Civil Rights Presentations:

  1. OCR Webinar: Title IX Regulations Addressing Sexual Harassment - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdfT5R8ibm4
  2. OCR Webinar on New Title IX Protections Against Sexual Assault - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-BCnhUsJ4s
  3. Conducting and Adjudicating Title IX Hearings: An OCR Training - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yQ4-S5_Jahw
  4. OCR Webinar on Due Process Protections under the New Title IX Regulations – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48UwobtiKDI
  5. The First Amendment and Title IX: An OCR Short Webinar - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XzSJ4uNspq8
  6. OCR Short Webinar on How to Report Sexual Harassment Under Title IX – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YA5S2_A3UAY

Articles and Information

Teen Dating Violence Can Lead To Homicide — And Girls Are The Most Common Victims (NPR, April 15, 2019)

Preventing Intimate Partner Violence Across the Lifespan: A Technical Package of Programs, Policies, and Practices (CDC)

Frequently Asked Questions

Grievance Process_Investigations and Accommodations FAQ

Employees' Obligation to Report Sexual Misconduct to the Campus Title IX Office

NMT Responsible Employees Talking Points & FAQ

How to Fulfill Your Responsible Employee Obligations

Investigations and Accommodations

Retaliation

Supervisor Obligations

Date Rape Drugs- FAQ

Campus Climate Surveys on Sexual Misconduct

Miscellaneous Items

AY24 Title IX Annual Report

 

For more information, contact NMT’s Title IX Coordinator at:

Fidel Student Center Rm. 288

titleixcoordinator@nmt.edu  or

(575) 835-5953