Title IX
Title IX at Dalton State College
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” – Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and its implementing regulation at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (Title IX)
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in an educational program or activity. Discrimination based on sex includes, but is not limited to, sexual misconduct, harassment, retaliation, dating or domestic violence, stalking, admissions, recruitment, financial aid, grading, housing, athletics, and employment.
How to Report
Our Title IX Coordinators
Dalton State Title IX Coordinators are responsible for ensuring our compliance with Title IX.
Garrett Burgner
Executive Director of Health & Wellness; Part-time Instructor of Physical EducationWilliam Mast, M.Ed.
Associate Director of Student Conduct and Case ManagementResponsibilities of a Title IX Coordinator
- Compliance
- Prevention and Awareness
- Training
- Investigations
- Serve as an impartial representative of the institution
- Answer questions and provide guidance about Title IX
- Act as liaison to the state and federal agencies that enforce Title IX
- Data Collection and Reporting
Inquiries about Title IX
Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator listed above or can be referred to the U.S. Department of Education
U.S. Department of Education
Office for Civil Rights
Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education
Bldg.400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-1100
[email protected]
If you wish to fill out a complaint form online with the agency, you may do so at: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html
Title IX Information
The University System of Georgia (USG) is committed to ensuring the highest ethical conduct of the members of its community by promoting a safe learning
Learn More How to ReportReport a complaint
Learn More AppealsThe Title IX Appeals is where the sanction imposed includes a suspension or expulsion (even for one held in abeyance), and the following appellate proced
Learn More TrainingWe have provided copies of all training materials in accordance with §106.45(b)(10)D.
Learn More ResourcesDiscover helpful resources, such as local police agencies, emergency healthcare, rape treatment centers, and crisis phone lines.
Learn More Policies and ProceduresCampus Policies guide the fostering of a positive community where every student can thrive.
Learn More AccessibilityDalton State ensures accessibility for individuals with disabilities, providing physical and informational access.
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