FAQ
Confidential Resources
UCCS Counseling Center
Q: Does information about a complaint
remain private?
A: UCCS will support an individual’s desire to
Main Hall 324
719-255-3265
http://www.uccs.edu/~counsel/
keep a complaint private, except when that
request interferes with UCCS’ obligation to
provide a safe and nondiscriminatory
environment for all students and employees. In
any case, UCCS will take steps to protect the
student bringing the complaint and limit
disclosure of information to those who have a
need to know.
UCCS Student Health Center
Q: Where can I confidentially report an
incident?
A: On campus, you may talk confidentially
719-255-3111
www.uccs.edu/~police/
DPS/Parking Garage Offices
719-255-4444
http://www.uccs.edu/~shc/
Campus Resources
UCCS Police Department
about an incident at the UCCS Counseling
Center or the UCCS Student Health Center.
Title IX Coordinator/Office of
Institutional Equity
Q: How long to I have to file a report?
A: There is no time limit for filing a report.
Academic Office Building 528/530
719-255-4324
www.uccs.edu/equity/
Q: Where do I report an incident?
Office of the Dean of Students
A: Report criminal activity or matters involving
safety to UCCS Police. Report matters of
sexual misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator.
Reports may be made
simultaneously to both places.
Main Hall 312
719-255-3091
www.uccs.edu/dos/
Off-Campus Resources
Memorial Hospital (SANE )
1400 E. Boulder St.
719-365-5000
Sexual
Misconduct
Resource
Guide
Important information for
the UCCS community
What is Sexual Misconduct?
UCCS prohibits sexual
misconduct, which includes:


Sexual Assault, including
nonconsensual sexual
penetration and nonconsensual
sexual contact
Sexual Exploitation, including
taking or distributing photos or
videos (among other things)

Sexual Harassment

Intimate Partner Abuse, including
dating or domestic violence

Stalking
UCCS policy requires that consent
be informed, freely and actively
given through mutually
understandable words or actions
that demonstrate willingness to
participate in mutually agreed upon
sexual activity. Consent resulting
from force, threats, intimidation,
coercion, or from someone who is
incapacitated is not effective.
If you or a friend have
experienced sexual
misconduct
If you are concerned about safety or need
medical attention, call UCCS Police at 2553111, call 911, or go to Memorial Hospital,
1400 E. Boulder Street. If there are no safety
risks or serious injuries, go to a safe place
and contact a friend or family member you
trust to stay with you.
Steps to Consider
Options for Reporting
Sexual Misconduct
UCCS requires responsible employees (faculty,
RA’s, coaches, supervisors, and others) to report
information regarding sexual misconduct to the
Title IX Coordinator, and strongly encourages
everyone else to report. You can:

Seek confidential assistance by contacting the
confidential resources listed in the Resources
section of this brochure.

Report the incident to the Title IX Coordinator

File a criminal report with UCCS Police or
CSPD. Even if you choose not to pursue a
matter criminally, UCCS Police can still give
you information on obtaining restraining
orders and other matters.

Whether or not you are pursuing a criminal or
UCCS investigation, you may still request
protective measures from the Title IX
Coordinator. Protective measures can
include no-contact orders, academic
accommodations, counseling, housing
reassignments, and other measures. Some
of these can be obtained confidentially
through the UCCS Counseling Center, without
being reported to the Title IX Coordinator.
Preserving Evidence
It is important to preserve physical evidence
of an assault even if you do not yet know
whether you want to report the assault or
pursue filing a complaint. Evidence is best
collected as soon as possible or at least
within 96 hours of the incident. Do not
shower to avoid washing away evidence. You
can also preserve evidence by saving text
messages, instant messages, and other
communications that may be useful to
investigators.
Seeking Medical Attention as
Soon as Possible
If you go to a medical facility, trained
professionals can collect necessary physical
evidence. Even if you do not opt for forensic
evidence collection, health care professionals
can treat injuries and take steps to address
concerns of pregnancy and/or sexually
transmitted disease.
Contact Us
Julia Paris
Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity
719-255-4324
jparis5@uccs.edu
equity@uccs.edu