Equity Programs & Compliance

The Equity Programs and Compliance office is responsible for the University's compliance with federal and state laws and regulations and CSU system policies and procedures regarding discrimination, harassment, retaliation, sexual misconduct, and whistleblower protection. The office provides an impartial and neutral avenue for students, faculty, staff, and affiliated members of the University community to address concerns regarding potential violations of CSU policies.

Senior Director of Civil Rights & Title IX Coordinator

The Senior Director of Civil Rights and Title IX Coordinator leads Stan State’s efforts to prevent and address discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation and to promote a campus environment where all members of the university community are treated with dignity and respect. The role oversees the University’s civil rights and Title IX compliance programs, including responding to reports and complaints, coordinating fair and impartial resolution processes, providing guidance on rights and reporting options, and supporting education and prevention efforts across campus.

The Senior Director also works closely with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners to ensure consistent application of University policies and compliance with federal and state civil rights requirements.

Deputy Title IX/DHR Coordinator - Civil Rights Programming & Administration

The Deputy Title IX/DHR Coordinator provides administrative and operational leadership for the University’s Title IX and Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation (DHR) programs. The Deputy Coordinator oversees assigned civil rights matters, including intake, case assessment and management, supportive measures, and resolution processes, Hearing Coordination, and helps ensure consistent application of University policies and compliance with applicable federal and state requirements.

The Deputy Coordinator provides guidance to students, faculty, staff, and campus partners; supports the implementation of civil rights policies and procedures; and leads the University’s prevention, education, training, and outreach efforts related to Title IX and discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The Deputy Coordinator also supports broader civil rights compliance initiatives and promotes campus-wide awareness of reporting options, resources, and responsibilities.

Civil Rights Investigator/Deputy Title IX Coordinator

The Civil Rights Investigator/Deputy Title IX Coordinator conducts impartial investigations into reports of discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, and retaliation involving students, faculty, and staff. The Investigator gathers and analyzes evidence, interviews parties and witnesses, applies applicable University policies, and prepares clear and thorough investigative reports and findings.

The Investigator also supports the administration of the University’s civil rights programs by assisting with outreach and informal resolution processes and collaborating with campus partners to support timely, equitable, and policy-compliant responses. In addition, the Investigator contributes to campus education and training by providing information about civil rights policies and processes and participating in trainings and presentations related to the CSU Nondiscrimination Policy, reporting responsibilities, and investigation practices.

California State University, Stanislaus is committed to creating a welcoming environment, inclusive of the range of human diversity: including age, disability (physical and mental), gender (or sex), gender identity (including non-binary and transgender), gender expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), religion (or religious creed), sexual orientation, veteran or military status. As outlined in the CSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy, “All Students and Employees have the right to participate fully in CSU programs, activities, and employment free from Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Sexual Exploitation, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, Stalking and Retaliation.”

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of gender or sexual orientation in employment, as well as in all education programs and activities operated by the University (both on and off campus). The protection against discrimination on the basis of gender or sexual orientation includes sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, and gender based dating and domestic violence and stalking. The following entity has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies.