Tishana Lawhorne

The Compliance Coordinator is responsible for:

• Conducting prompt, impartial, equitable and thorough administrative investigations into complaints of unlawful discrimination, including sexual misconduct and retaliation complaints
• Developing investigation plans
• Advising Parties to a complaint of their rights to and options for support services, accommodations, other safety measures and internal and external reporting options
• Identifying and interviewing witnesses
• Collecting relevant evidence
• Appropriately documenting interviews and evidence
• Generating a comprehensive and detailed report of investigative findings

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collaborating with other institutional divisions to ensure the prompt and impartial adjudication of discrimination complaints
• Attending meetings on behalf of the Title IX Coordinator, as necessary
• Supporting institutional efforts to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, including Title VI, VII, IX, the ADA, the Clery Act, NYS Ed. Law 129-b and other state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination, as well as university policies prohibiting discrimination, harassment, sexual violence and retaliation