»Alternative Resolution

At the request of an involved party, and with the agreement of the other parties, some conduct reported under the Student Sexual Misconduct Policy may be addressed by alternative resolution. (Quid pro quo sexual harassment by an employee may not be addressed by alternative resolution.) The goals of alternative resolution are to address reported behavior, prevent recurrence, and remedy effects without completing a formal investigation and hearing process. Alternative resolutions are flexible by nature and tailored to the specific circumstances of a particular case.

Alternative resolution will be considered only when consistent with institutional values, legal obligations and the voluntary, mutual agreement of all involved parties, including the University.

Alternative resolutions may include targeted or broad-based educational programming/training, adjustments made to reduce proximity between the parties, and/or direct or indirect action by the Title IX Coordinator or the University designed to meet the goals of the informal resolution as stated above. More specifically, alternative resolutions may include, but is not limited to:

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Permanent no-contact order between the parties
Changes to employment arrangements, living arrangements, class schedule, dining facilities, or advisor/supervisor arrangements, as feasible
Written apology and/or explanation of the circumstances surrounding the agreement
Educational training for an individual, group or unit
- Online educational modules (for example, alcohol or drug education)
- Meeting(s) with University staff members
Community service
Restorative justice
Agreed-upon restriction from participation in specific student groups
Agreed upon restriction from participation in specific events
Mediation/Facilitated discussion
- Mediation is one form of informal resolution that may be considered in some cases. However, Chapman does not deem mediation appropriate for cases involving alleged sexual violence, including reports of alleged sexual assault, stalking, dating violence or domestic violence.

Participation in alternative resolution is voluntary, and a party may request to end the alternative resolution process and begin the formal investigation process at any time prior to resolution. If the Respondent fails to complete the required outcomes, the matter may move to a formal investigation and hearing process under this policy, or the Respondent may be subject to further conduct action under the Student Conduct Code.

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Alternative Resolution Options