Title IX Today - May 18, 2023
ATIXA (Association of Title IX Administrators)
Association of Title IX Administrators
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In this week's issue,?brought to you by?Kayleigh Baker, J.D.,?you'll find?ATIXA's comments on President Biden’s Athletics NPRM. Also, maybe?you’ve heard of a 'situationship’ but can you define a 'sneaky link?' If not, check out the article discussing?teenagers' evolving language?to describe sexual encounters. Finally, were you wondering whether 'You Need to Calm Down' or take action when you suspect FMLA misuse or abuse? Be sure to review a?Taylor Swift-themed article discussing this 'Delicate' situation.
Sex? Sexual intercourse? Neither? Teens weigh in on evolving definitions — and habits
A recent CDC study called the Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that high school students are having less sexual intercourse. But that doesn’t mean they’re?having less sex. Instead, the?language is evolving, and the shift is not being adequately captured in national studies, experts say.
How Florida's expansion of 'Don't Say Gay' law will hurt students and teachers across US
USA Today's?survey data suggests the increasing politicization of race- and gender-related topics in schools is affecting the nation's already beleaguered educator workforce.
A high school crowned LGBTQ+ prom king & queen. This man threatened to attack the school
Police in Ohio recently arrested a man who called a local high school and threatened to hurt LGBTQ+ students after the school crowned two queer students as its prom queen and king.
Vermont school parents back gender-neutral terms for kids
Parents and community members who attended a school board meeting in Vermont’s largest district mostly supported a decision to use the gender-inclusive terms “person who produces sperm” and “person who produces eggs” in a 5th grade health class rather than the words male or female.
‘Inappropriate’ video found on 6-year-old’s device, Plainview ISD responds to angry parents
The Plainview Independent School District in Texas released a statement on Monday saying the incident relating to sexual harassment?occurred “away from the full vision” of the teacher while she was working with another group of students.
ATIXA’s Comments on the 2023 NPRM on Athletic Eligibility under Title IX
Read ATIXA's recently submitted comments on the 2023 NPRM on athletic eligibility under Title IX.?
UCLA’s Bruin Woods camp closed for summer amid sexual assault and hazing allegations
The 10-week camp, which hosts 85 alum families each week, will be closed for the summer as the school faces allegations of hazing traditions and sexual assault from two students who worked at the Lake Arrowhead getaway.
WVU coach suspended over homophobic slur
West Virginia University announced a three-game suspension and $1 million pay cut for men’s basketball coach Bob Huggins yesterday, two days after he repeatedly called members of another team a homophobic slur on a live radio program.
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Title IX audit: Hesston College pressured sexual assault survivors to forgive alleged abusers
Officials at a small Mennonite college in Kansas pressured sexual assault survivors to forgive their alleged abusers and generally mismanaged reports of sexual violence, according to a recent audit conducted by law firm Cozen O’Connor.
House Republicans ask state to study higher ed costs, DEI positions
Virginia House Republicans are raising concerns about the cost of higher education, and the cost of diversity, equity, and inclusion positions at public colleges and universities in Virginia
2023 Summer Certification Series
The?Summer Certification Series?is the perfect way to plan your summer training schedule and stay ahead of the curve. We have included training opportunities for K-12 and higher education practitioners, plus those interested in the specific training needs of their field. Take advantage of attending our virtual courses from your home or office and earn multiple certifications over the course of just a week.
Biden’s Title IX sports rule draws 100,000 comments
Biden administration’s policy on transgender students’ sports eligibility receives mixed reviews, with some saying the rule doesn’t go far enough to promote the inclusion of trans women and girls, while advocates on the other side say the rule still undermines fairness in women’s sports.
How Florida’s new bathroom law will impact schools, public employers, and businesses
Florida lawmakers passed the?Florida Safety in Private Spaces Act bill that will make it a crime for individuals to use bathrooms that don’t align with their gender at birth, raising questions for schools, public employers, and businesses. The bill now heads to the Governor’s office, where it is expected to be signed.?
Equal Rights Amendment resolution blocked in US Senate
The U.S. Senate voted 51-47 against passing a resolution that would have made the Equal Rights Amendment part of the U.S. Constitution. The amendment, if enshrined, would have granted women equal rights under the law.?
Going to Taylor Swift concert while on FMLA leave could create bad blood with employer
Employees probably need to check in with their manager if they’re attending a major pop star’s concert while on Family and Medical Leave Act. Employers must have a clear call-in policy, set expectations, check in regularly, and confirm a return date.?