Title IX/Sexual Misconduct

John A. Logan College is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy educational and work environment. The College complies with the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA), Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Preventing Sexual Violence in Higher Education Act, and all other applicable laws and local ordinances related to unlawful sex-based discrimination, harassment, and misconduct.

What types of behaviors are covered by Title IX?

Complete definitions of each of these behaviors are provided in Appendix A of Administrative Procedure 414 (PDF).

John A. Logan College encourages all good-faith reports and responds to them based on the information provided. The College is committed to supporting individuals affected by the matters reported. If you are unsure about including specific names or details (e.g., witnesses), please contact the Title IX Coordinator, John Gwaltney, at (618) 985-2828 ext. 8047 or john.gwaltney@jalc.edu.

The College’s complete policy and procedures governing the handling of incident of sexual misconduct can be found here.

These policies and procedures apply to all members of the community, including students, employees, contractors, visitors, and third parties, whether the misconduct occurs on College property or off-site during College-recognized programs or activities, or if the conduct otherwise impacts the College.

Students experiencing a mental health crisis situation such as suicidal ideation or sexual assault while on campus should immediately contact the Student Success Center at (618) 985-2828 ext. 8289 or come to Room C219 to be seen by a mental health counselor. If the mental health emergency happens outside of the Student Success Center’s office hours or off campus, students may contact:

JALC Campus Police: (618) 985-5550 ext. 8218
Off Campus Police Emergencies: 911
Carterville Police Department: (618) 985-4853
West Frankfort Police Department: (618) 937-3502
Du Quoin Police Department: (618) 542-2131
Williamson County Sheriff’s Office: (618) 997-6541
The Survivor Empowerment Center 24-Hour Hotline: (800) 334-2094
Deaconess Heartland Regional Medical Center: (618) 998-7000
Marshall Browning Hospital: (618) 542-2146
SIH Herrin Hospital: (618) 942-2171
SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale: (618) 549-0721

Any person who experiences, witnesses, or otherwise has knowledge of sexual misconduct that occurs on College property or off-site during College-recognized programs or activities may report that sexual misconduct to the College. The College is obligated to investigate allegations to the best of its ability. John A. Logan College offers three types of reporting for Title IX/Sexual Misconduct incidents:

1. Formal Reporting

You may file a formal Title IX incident report to the Title IX Coordinator to initiate a review of the circumstances. To assist in this process, please provide as many details as possible in your report. After the formal report is made, Title IX Coordinator will contact you as soon as possible. During this follow-up, you may:

  • Ask questions, seek resources, or request referrals.
  • Provide additional details about the incident.
  • Pursue action through the Title IX procedures or other College procedures.
  • Decide to take no further action at that time.

Formal Reporting Form

2. Anonymous Reporting

You may also submit an anonymous report, which will be used for statistical purposes to understand the scope of sexual violence on campus and to inform community remedies and policy development. Please be aware that in most situations, anonymous reporting will limit the College’s ability to follow up or take action regarding the specific complaint.

Anonymous Reporting Form

3. Confidential Reporting

If you prefer not to officially inform the College, confidential reporting is available to you. This allows you to speak with a confidential advisor about the incident without it being shared with others at the College unless you choose give consent to take further action regarding your report.

Options for confidential reporting include:

  • For Students
    • Call the Student Success Center at (618) 985-2828 ext. 8289 and ask to speak with a confidential advisor or mental health counselor.
    • Visit the Student Success Center in Office C219 and ask to speak with a confidential advisor or mental health counselor.
    • Email the College’s mental health counselor at donald.winget@jalc.edu.
  • For Employees and All Other Individuals:

Student Procedure Flowchart (PDF)

The Title IX Coordinator can provide information regarding campus policy, interim remedies, and the confidential and non-confidential procedures for reporting an incident. For any sex discrimination, sexual misconduct and Title IX related concerns, contact:

Title IX Coordinator
John Gwaltney, Risk Manager
Room C202B, 618-985-2828 Ext. 8047
john.gwaltney@jalc.edu

Title IX Deputy
Rachel Sveda-Webb, Assistant Provost of Student Affairs
Room C201, 618-985-2828 Ext. 8678
rachel.svedawebb@jalc.edu

Title IX Deputy
Stephanie Harner, Assistant Vice President of Human Resources
Room C116, 618-985-2828 Ext. 8473
stephanie.harner@jalc.edu

Confidential Advisor
Donald Winget, Counselor
Room C202H, (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8030
donald.winget@jalc.edu

Confidential Advisor
Nikki Brooks, Director of Student Success
Room C218A, 618-985-2828 Ext. 8516
nikki.brooks@jalc.edu