***IF YOU ARE IN IMMEDIATE DANGER – CALL 911***
Complainant:
A person who files a complaint alleging that they have been subjected to harassment, discrimination, stalking, domestic/dating violence, sexual assault, or other sexual misconduct. Such conduct may be a violation of Vermont State Colleges System Policy 311 (Non-discrimination and Prevention of Harassment and Related Unprofessional Conduct) and/or Policy 311-A (Sexual Misconduct, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking).
Reporting options:
File a campus report in person or on the phone: 
File a campus report online: 
File a report with local law enforcement: 
If you have been sexually assaulted every hospital in Vermont offers a sexual assault examination, free of charge. The examination will be conducted by a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) who is specially trained to examine and collect forensic evidence that could be helpful to the police should you choose to report. It is important to remember that once you have a SANE exam, the decision about whether to file a report with the police is yours. Having an exam ensures that forensic evidence will be safely preserved should you decide to report a sexual assault to law enforcement at a later time. More information about the exam and what to expect can be found here.
If you file a report with your school, here’s what to expect:
⇒ Fair and Impartial Treatment
At the VSCS, both complainants and respondents have the right to receive a prompt, fair, and impartial investigation into alleged violations of Policy 311/311-A violations. Both parties will be given an equal chance to participate in the investigation process, including the opportunity to identify witnesses and other relevant evidence. They will also have the opportunity to review the investigators’ report and relevant evidence before the report is finalized. Additionally, both parties will have the opportunity to meet with the decision maker before a final determination is made, and will have the same right to appear the final determination. Both complainants and respondents are encouraged to utilize available resources including counseling and academic support services.
⇒ Advisor
Complainants and respondents are entitled to the same opportunity to have an advisor or support person of their choosing present at any interview or meeting they have with investigators. An advisor may advise the complainant or respondent privately, but cannot act as a speaking advocate. An investigator may terminate the meeting and proceed with the investigation based on otherwise-available information if an advisor refuses to comply with these requirements. Parties should avoid choosing an advisor who may have relevant information or who might otherwise be interviewed as part of the investigation.
⇒ Resources
There are many resources available to you as you navigate the investigation process. You are also encouraged to contact your institution’s Coordinator with any questions or concerns.