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%u2022Explain the process for filing a formal complaint and provide a copy of the Sexual Harassment Complaint Form on which the complainant may, if he or she agrees to disclose the information, provide details regarding the allegation, including the name of the accused individual and the date, location, and general nature of the alleged violation of policy%u2022Explain avenues for resolution, including informal and formal %u2022Explain the steps involved in an investigation and hearing under this policy %u2022Discuss confidentiality standards and concerns %u2022Refer to law enforcement, counseling, medical, academic or other resources, as appropriate %u2022Discuss, as appropriate, possible supportive measures, which are available with or without the filing of a formal complaintIf the complainant requests that no further action be taken and/or that no formal complaint be pursued, the Title IX Coordinator (and/or his or her designee) will inform the complainant that retaliation is prohibited and that honoring the complainant's request may limit the College%u2019s ability to fully respond to the incident. In the event the complainant stands firm on his or her request that no further action be taken, the Title IX Coordinator will evaluate whether to file a complaint under the criteria set forth below.FORMAL COMPLAINT PROCESSForm and Filing of Complaint:The filing of a formal, written complaint initiates the formal grievance process and is available to any person who is participating in (or attempting to participate in) a College educational program or activity. The Title IX Coordinator (or an investigator designated by the Title IX Coordinator) will investigate the allegations in the formal complaint. Formal complaints can be filed in several ways. The complainant may utilize the form provided or may submit the complainant%u2019s own document that contains the complainant%u2019s signature (either physical or digital) and is filed with the College%u2019s Title IX Office by U.S. mail, in person, through the Title IX portal provided for this purpose, or by email.The formal complaint should set forth the allegations and request that the Title IX Office investigate the matter.Filing by Title IX Coordinator:The Title IX Coordinator may initiate the grievance process, even where the complainant declines to file a formal complaint, if the Coordinator determines that the particular circumstances require the College to formally respond to and address the allegations. Circumstances to be considered include, among others, a pattern of alleged misconduct by a respondent and whether the complaint has alleged use of violence, weapons, or other similar conduct. The Title IX Coordinator will also consider the complainant%u2019s wishes with respect to supportive measures and desired response by the College.Where a report is made anonymously and the Title IX Coordinator files the complaint, both the complainant and respondent will receive notice of the allegations with written details and identities of the parties if known. Consolidation of Formal Complaints: The Title IX Coordinator may consolidate formal complaints as to allegations of sexual harassment against more than one respondent, or by more than one complainant against one or more respondents, or by one party against the other party, where the allegations of sexual harassment arise out of the same facts or circumstances.