MISSION
To foster an environment at Niagara University where teaching and learning occur in a respectful, welcoming community.
To ensure that issues of harassment, discrimination and sexual misconduct are addressed in a timely and effective manner that does not tolerate retaliation.
To assist the University in its commitment to foster and sustain a working and learning environment where each member of the community can succeed.
To make report of violations, allegations, or concerns involving discrimination of any protected category, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, stalking or sexual harassment. Contact Shellonnee Chinn at 716.286.8324
Location
O’Shea Lower Level, B27
Hours
ACADEMIC YEAR
Mon. – Fri. | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SUMMER
Mon. – Thu. | 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Fri. | 8:30 a.m. – noon
How to Report
If you are a COMPLAINANT wishing to report an incident of sexual assault, stalking, domestic/dating violence, discrimination or sexual harassment please see the chart below to understand your reporting options, which include confidential resources, both on and off campus. You may contact Title IX Coordinator Shellonnee Chinn directly.
If you are an NU EMPLOYEE, please know that ALL employees are expected to immediately report ANY incident of alleged discrimination (racial, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, national origin, etc.), including sexual assaults, stalking and dating/domestic violence. It is recommended that employees report directly to the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator, but may also report to their supervisor.
NYS Sexual Harassment Complaint Form
New York State Labor Law requires all employers to adopt a sexual harassment prevention policy that includes a complaint form for employees to report alleged incidents of sexual harassment. If you believe that you have been subjected to sexual harassment, you are encouraged to complete this form and submit it to the OEI.
Sexual Violent Resource & Reporting Options
On campus:
- YWCA of the Niagara Frontier 24 Hour Hotline: 716.433.6716 (call or text)
- Niagara University Health Services located in the Butler Building 716.286.8930
- Niagara University Counseling Services located in the lower level of Seaton Hall 716.286.8536
- YWCA of the Niagara Frontier 24 Hour Hotline: 716.433.6716 (call or text)
- Pinnacle Community Services: Lockport and Niagara Falls 716.285.6984
- Local hospitals: DeGraff Medical Park, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, and Mount St. Mary’s Hospital
Report to the Interim Title IX coordinator:
- Yolanda Wood 716.286.8423
Report to NU Personnel:
- NU staff and Administration
- Faculty Members
- Campus Safety
- Residence Life Staff
- Athletic Staff
Note: All NU personnel are required to report any incidents to the Title IX Coordinator
- Call 911 if immediate help is needed
- NYS Police 716.297.0755
- Niagara County Sheriff’s Office Victim Assistance Unit 716.438.3306
- Niagara Falls Police Department Complaints 716.286.4711
