Munson (formerly known as Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute) and Pratt Munson College of Art and Design (the “College”), collectively referred to herein as the “Institute,” is committed to creating and promoting a safe learning and working environment free from all forms of sex discrimination. The Institute has adopted this Policy to ensure that all students, faculty, staff, and guests may work, study, and enjoy the campus community without being subjected to sex discrimination, sex-based harassment, sexual assault, or any other form of sexual misconduct.
The Institute’s primary concern relates to the health, safety, and well-being of all members of its community. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the “Clery Act”), as amended by the Violence Against Women Act/Campus Sexual Violence Act, Article 129-B of the New York State Education Law (“Enough is Enough”) and other applicable federal and state laws, the Institute is committed to maintaining a community free from all forms of sex discrimination, sex-based harassment and sexual violence, including sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Persons found in violation of this policy will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment of employees and suspension or expulsion of students.
This Policy, which is effective Aug. 1, 2024, is intended to (i) set forth the available resources and reporting options for victims of sex discrimination, sex-based harassment, sexual assault and other forms of sex-based violence, (ii) define prohibited conduct, (iii) describe the procedures that will be used to respond to complaints of prohibited conduct, including the investigation, hearing and sanctions process. The Policy is designed to consider the rights of the complainant, the rights of the respondent, the safety of the community, all applicable laws and College policies; and to conduct a timely, fair, impartial, and equitable investigation and adjudication process with thoroughness and respect for all involved parties.
