Title IX

On January 9, 2025, a federal court vacated the new 2024 Title IX Regulations, which were adopted and implemented by The Claremont Colleges on August 1, 2024 through the consortium-wide policy, The Claremont Colleges Sexual Misconduct and Sex-Based Harassment Interim Policy. As a result, The TCC SMSBH Interim Policy initially implemented on August 1, 2024 is being revised.

In the interim, the definitions of Prohibited Conduct in The TCC SMSBH Interim Policy remain in effect. Sex-based harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking and retaliation and all other forms of Prohibited Conduct will continue to be prohibited as defined.  Students and employees should continue to report any incidents of Prohibited Conduct to their Title IX Coordinator.

The revisions will primarily affect the procedures to be used to resolve complaints of Prohibited Conduct. If you have any questions about the procedures to be used in your case or any questions or concerns you have regarding this revised policy and process please contact your Title IX Coordinator, Shino Simons, at titleIX@kgi.edu.

Reporting Options and Online Reporting Form

Reports of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, gender-based harassment, sexual assault, stalking, dating/domestic violence, and sexual exploitation can be made to KGI’s Dean of Students/Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Shino Simons.

• Email: titleix@kgi.edu
• Phone: (909) 607-0584
• In-person: Building 517, room 117 – by appointment
• Online: Online reporting form

Anonymous reports are allowed, but may limit the Institute’s ability to respond effectively.

You can also contact the Dean of Students for questions about reporting options, the availability of support measures, or to discuss any of your rights and options. You do not have to make a decision about whether to report to meet with the Dean of Students, and whether to disclose any specific information is always up to you.

Alternatively, reports can also be made to any of KGI’s complaint officers listed below, regardless of whether you are a student, faculty member, staff member, or third party. They will notify the Dean of Students of all disclosures or reports, but they can assist you with the first steps in the process.

Title IX Coordinator

Our Title IX Coordinator is dedicated to ensuring compliance with Title IX and SB493. They oversee investigations, provide support, and ensure a fair and equitable process for all parties involved.

Support and Resources

For more information about confidential and other support resources, including counseling through the EmPOWER Center, please visit www.7csupportandprevention.com.

National resources such as www.rainn.org can be helpful and can help connect you with local support wherever you may be.

Additional Resources

The Claremont Colleges provide support and resources to students, faculty, and staff to address concerns related to gender-based discrimination and harassment, including sexual misconduct. Here is a list of helpful information about shared resources across the colleges, as well as institution-specific information:

• How to Get Help
• On-campus Support Resources
• Off-campus Support Resources
• Reporting Options
• Information about Title IX
• FAQ for Complainants/Survivors
• FAQ for Respondents/the accused
• Harm Reduction Strategies
• How to Help a Friend
• Quick Contact Information
• KGI Campus Safety
• The Queer Resource Center (QRC)
• EmPOWER Center
• The Chaplains
• Advocates

Education and Prevention

KGI is proactive in preventing sexual harassment and violence through education and mandatory training for all students, faculty, and staff to understand their rights and responsibilities under Title IX.

This badge acknowledges that our Title IX staff have completed training and that Keck Graduate Institute is an Institutional Member of the Student Conduct Institute with the State University of New York. See our Title IX training here.