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When a Title IX violation is reported, it is vital that the reporting party be in control of their decisions. Though Ashland University encourages all reporting parties to utilize all support methods available to them, including the resources described below, the reporting party will not be pressured regarding any decision to be made. These resources are available to reporting parties at all times, whether they choose to utilize them at the time of the initial report or not.
The University Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators identified in this Policy may assist with the contact and implementation of any or all resources. Title IX Coordinators and Deputy Coordinators may assist students, staff and faculty of Ashland University and online students at Ashland University with using campus resources and/or seeking assistance from law enforcement, rape crisis and domestic violence shelters and hospitals. They may also assist students, staff and faculty at institutions outside of Ashland, Ohio in the same manner and/or seek assistance from their respective city institutions.
Responsible Employees
Generally, all employees are considered "responsible employees" and are required to report any Title IX violations where the reporting party is known. These professionals are uniquely trained to receive, process and relay all Title IX violations to the Title IX Coordinator:
Robert W. Pool, PhD
244, Student Center
419-289-5307
titleix@ashland.edu
1st Floor, Student Center
419-207-5555
Available 24/7 to offer resources, support and safety escort.
During the initial meeting with the Title IX Coordinator, one of the following outcomes may occur:
- The Title IX Coordinator determines no reasonable cause to believe the Title IX Policy was violated. In such cases, one of the following outcomes may occur:
- The case may be referred to conduct if the reporting party is in violation of the Student Handbook.
- The case will be closed.
- The Title IX Coordinator determines there is reasonable cause to believe the Title IX policy was violated. In such cases, the Title IX Coordinator will begin the formal investigation process by assigning two Deputy Title IX Coordinators to be investigators.
- The reporting party, at their discretion, may request an informal investigation instead.
- The reporting party chooses not to proceed with the investigation process. The reporting party may choose to end, resume or recuse her/himself from a formal investigation at any time. In such cases, the university maintains the right and responsibility to pursue an investigation with or without the reporting party’s participation if it is in the best interest of campus safety (e.g., where a pattern of violations by multiple reporting parties is established or a clear and present danger or threat of danger exists).
Confidential Resources
The professionals listed below are required to keep the information provided by reporting parties confidential. The following circumstances are exceptions to this rule:
- The reporting party gives explicit permission for information to be shared.
- Information is requested through the courts or other legal subpoena.
- A person relevant to the information provided presents a clear and present danger to themselves or others.
In addition to these exceptions, Ohio State Law crime statistics are supplied to the Ashland University Clery Act Compliance Officer by these staff for compliance with federal crime reporting requirements.
1st Floor, Student Center
419-289-5200
Available by appointment from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, to assist with medical needs. Available for walk-ins from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Monday through Friday. Closed Saturday and Sunday and during summer semester.
Psychological Counseling Services
244 Student Center
419-289-5307
For appointments, contact Dr. Oscar McNight, (omcknight@ashland.edu).
910 Center Street, Ashland, OH 44805 (Ashland Theological Seminary)
For appointments, contact Brenda Kitts, Administrative Assistant, (419-289-5472). Available for walk-in from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays.
456 College Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805 (Jack and Deb Miller Chapel)
419-289-5489
For spiritual support, contact Tiffany Sanders, Administrative Assistant (419-289-5145).
Ashland / Ashland County Resources
Safe Haven Rape Crisis & Domestic Violence Center
Rhonda Bletner is our Safe Haven representative at Ashland University and our confidential Campus Student Advocate. Her contact information is rbletner@safehavenofashland.org.
213 Hawkins Conard Student Center (Employer Engagement Suite)
Office Hours:
- Tuesday: 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Wednesday: 12:00pm - 3:30pm
- Thursday: 10:30am - 7:00pm
You may also contact the Safe Haven 24/7 crisis hotline at 419-289-8085.
University Hospitals, Samaritan Medical Center
1025 Center Street, Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-0491 or 800-257-9917
Safety Services can arrange transportation to Samaritan Medical Center.
1211 East Main Street, Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-3639 (for emergencies, dial 911)
Safety Services can arrange transportation to the Ashland Police Department.
Ashland County Court of Common Pleas (ACCCP)
142 West Second Street, Ashland, OH 44805
419-281-8315
A Court Protective Order may be sought through ACCCP if the responding party lives in Ashland County or if the incident occurred in Ashland County.
Appleseed Community Mental Health Center
2233 Rocky Lane, Ashland, OH 44805
419-281-3716
Emergency Lines:
- 24-Hour Crisis: 419-289-6111
- Rape Crisis/Domestic Violence: 419-289-8085
- Crisis Text Line: text 4HOPE to 741741
Ashland County Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse
310 College Ave, Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-7675
Catholic Charities Ashland County
34 West Second Street, Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-1903
Cornerstone Counseling of Ashland
502 Claremont Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805
419-289-1876
119 Sloan Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805
419-281-1111
You may also contact the Ashland Pregnancy Care Center 24/7 Hotline at 800-712-4357.
Kno Ho Co Health Services, Ashland County Office
1797 Seddon Court, Ashland, OH 44805
419-281-4327
Mansfield / Richland County Resources
30 North Diamond Street, Mansfield, OH 44902
419-755-9721 (for emergencies, dial 911)
335 Glessner Avenue, Mansfield, OH 44903
419-526-8000
The Domestic Violence Shelter, Inc.
419-774-5843, ext. 116
The Domestic Violence Shelter, Inc. is Ashland University’s Campus Sexual Assault Advocate. You may contact their 24/7 Crisis Hotline at 419-774-5840.
State Resources
Ohio Alliance to End Sexual Violence
Ohio’s rape crisis and prevention coalition; advocates on behalf of rape crisis centers in federal and state public policy efforts.
Other Resources
Download the NCAA Sexual Violence Prevention Guide
Notice from loveisrespect.org on healthy sexual relationships.
Notice from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on sexual harassment.
The Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center (SPARC) is a federally funded project providing education and resources about the crime of stalking.