2024 Title IX Regulations

On Monday, April 29, 2024, the Department of Education published its new Final Rule under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. The new regulations, which govern universities’ obligations to address sexual misconduct, become effective and enforceable on August 1, 2024. 

In close collaboration with the Provost and Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion, a working group is in place, carefully reviewing the new regulations and assessing their impact on current university policies. The working group will focus on an implementation plan for the campus including any potential proposed policy updates that will reflect both compliance with the new Federal Regulations and high-impact practices that align with Seattle University’s Mission and Values. Members of the working group include a cross-section of campus partners from the Office of Institutional Equity, Office of University Counsel, Academic Affairs, Student and Campus Life, Human Resources, Athletics and Student Success. We will use existing governing structures to consult and engage with various community stakeholders to receive appropriate levels of feedback. The commitment remains to a fair and equitable process, as well as education and prevention.

More information will be forthcoming. For more information, feel free to contact Elizabeth Trayner, Assistant Vice President for Institutional Equity/Title IX Coordinator/504 Coordinator, at etrayner@seattleu.edu.