The Title IX Office is here to help and support you.
The revocation of the federal guidance does not change Amherst College’s approach to supporting equal access to educational opportunities and benefits to all members of the Amherst College community.
This means you are entitled to equal and fair access and treatment in all places, like, for instance:
- athletic facilities
- classrooms
- residence halls
- social events; etc.
Amherst’s Sexual Misconduct Policy applies to each and every person on campus, regardless of sex or gender identity, and it specifically prohibits gender-based harassment.
Transgender students who feel they have experienced concerning treatment because of their gender identity should consider working with the Title IX Office for:
Victim/survivors who choose to work with the Title IX Office have many options. The Title IX Office listens and tries to support the agency of all victims/survivors.
We know that this is a time of much uncertainty.
We are with you.
Laurie Frankl, Title IX Coordinator