Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) is committed to fostering an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. If you have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment, stalking, sexual assault, domestic or dating violence, sexual exploitation, or any other form of sex-based discrimination, you are encouraged to report the incident.
How to Report a Concern
Reports may be submitted through the following methods:
- Title IX Coordinator, Lisa Thomas
- Deputy Title IX Coordinators
- By Phone: Call GRCC’s Title IX Office at (616) 234-4999 or Ethics Hotline at (616) 234-3169
- In Person: Bostwick Office Suites, 140 Bostwick Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
- Through Law Enforcement:
- GRCC Police Department (For emergencies, dial 911)
- Non-Emergency: (616) 234-4910 | police@grcc.edu
What Happens After a Report Is Submitted?
When a report is submitted with contact information, a member of the Title IX Office will follow up to discuss concerns, available support options, and resolution processes.
- Supportive Measures: Academic accommodations, no-contact directives, workplace adjustments, and referrals to campus and community resources are available regardless of whether a formal complaint is filed.
- Options for Resolution: Submitting a report does not require participation in an investigation. Individuals may request support, an informal resolution, or a formal investigation at any time.
- Protection from Retaliation: Retaliation for reporting or participating in an investigation is strictly prohibited and will be addressed promptly.
Mandatory Reporting Requirements
All GRCC employees, including student-employees, must report incidents of potential Title IX violations, except for licensed professional counselors acting within their confidential role. If you receive a disclosure of conduct that may violate the Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy, or if you become aware of information that a reasonable person would believe constitutes sexual harassment, sex-based discrimination, or retaliation, you must report it. Failure to fulfill your mandatory reporting obligation may result in corrective action in accordance with GRCC policies. If you have any questions about your obligations, please contact the Title IX Coordinator.
For further details, please refer to GRCC’s Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy (Policy 6.5).