Southwest Virginia Community College is committed to an educational and working environment free from discrimination, harassment, exclusion, and retaliation.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or Campus Police at 276-971-0446
| Where to turn | What they offer |
|---|---|
| Title IX Coordinator | Information, supportive measures, and reporting options |
| Campus Police | Emergency response and safety |
| Mental Health Services | Counseling support |
| Virginia Family Violence & Sexual Assault Hotline | Professional and confidential counseling support |
An incident report and a formal complaint are different. An incident report tells the college something happened so it can offer support and review next steps. A formal complaint asks the college to begin its grievance process. The Coordinator can explain both.
Title IX Coordinator
Lisa Haywood, Buchanan Hall, B-151
Phone:276-964-7220 | Email: title9@sw.edu
Deputy Title IX Coordinator (Human Resources)
Kim Steiner, Tazewell Hall, T-341
Phone:276-964-7389 | Email: human.resources@sw.edu
Physical Address
635 Dr. Charles R. King Road
Cedar Bluff, VA 24609
Mailing Address
PO BOX 1101
Richlands, VA 24641
Title IX is a federal civil rights law that prohibits sex discrimination in education programs and activities that receive federal funding. It covers sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sex discrimination. It applies to students, employees, and visitors, and to every part of college life, not just athletics.
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
Retaliation is prohibited. No one may retaliate against a person for reporting or taking part in a Title IX process. If you experience retaliation, tell the Coordinator right away.
The College will protect the confidentiality of reports to the extent possible, but Responsible Employees are mandatory reporters and must report alleged violations of this policy to the Title IX Coordinator as soon as practicable.
Students
Complete Title IX training through Safe Colleges in the Online Orientation platform using your student login. If you need a direct login, email Lisa Haywood at title9@sw.edu.
Employees
Southwest Virginia Community College is committed to building and maintaining a community that reflects the richness of human experience and improves opportunities for all. We celebrate individual differences and the unique perspectives each person brings, so that everyone can thrive. Every student and employee has the right to an educational and working experience free from discrimination, harassment, exclusion, and retaliation.