Title IX
Denim Day 2022
MCW-Central Wisconsin faculty, staff and learners celebrating Denim Day on April 27, 2022.
MCW's Commitment
MCW is committed to creating and sustaining a safe learning and working environment where everyone can thrive that recognizes and values the dignity of all members of the MCW community. In furtherance of this commitment and as more fully described below, MCW strictly prohibits Sexual Harassment, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking and Retaliation as stated in the Title IX Education Amendments of 1972.
Please review MCW Policy AD.CC.080 ”Prohibiting Sexual Harassment and Abuse in Education Programs” that has significant revisions as a result of new Title IX regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Education effective August 14, 2020.
MCW encourages the reporting of prohibited conduct and crimes by any member of the MCW community with knowledge or information concerning a Prohibited Offense in the context of any MCW Educational Activity.
All individuals who believe they have been subjected to or who are accused of Sexual Harassment and other related misconduct are encouraged to and have a right to seek support, utilize available resources, file a formal complaint, and be presumed innocent until a formal grievance process has concluded. MCW is committed to ensuring integrity in its Title IX program and grievance procedure.
In accordance with Title IX, and consistent with MCW’s commitment to ensure a safe learning and working environment, all reports of Sexual Harassment, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking and Retaliation are taken seriously. MCW is committed to investigating and adjudicating reports of Sexual Harassment in a timely manner that is fair and equitable to all parties involved.
MCW’s Title IX Steering Committee meets regularly to provide guidance related to MCW policy, resources, education, prevention and ongoing communication to promote awareness. The committee is comprised of school leadership, faculty, staff and students. New members are welcome. Please email TitleIXCoordinator@mcw.edu for more information.Reporting a Complaint under Title IX
All Faculty, Staff and Students may make an Official and Formal Report of a Title IX violation to any one of the individuals who are designated as Officials with Authority. MCW will provide supportive resources and follow the Reofficial procedure listed in MCW policy AD.CC.080, Prohibiting Sexual Harassment and Abuse in Education Programs.
The Title IX Coordinator is an Official with Authority and can be contacted as follows:
Katie Kassulke, (414) 955-8668 or email, TitleIXCoordinator@mcw.edu. Reports to the Title IX Coordinator can be made verbally in person, via telephone, and/or in writing using email or mail at any time, including during non-business hours. To provide a report via mail, a party may use the following address for both the Title IX Coordinator or an Official with Authority listed.
Medical College of Wisconsin
(Name of Individual)
8701 Watertown Plank Road
Milwaukee, WI 53226
- Dave Feller, Director of Public Safety
- Dr. George MacKinnon, Dean, School of Pharmacy
- Dr. Ehab Abourashed, Assistant Dean for Curricular Affairs, School of Pharmacy
- Dr. Jose Franco, Interim Senior Associate Dean, School of Medicine, Main campus
- Dr. Jennifer Kusch, Assistant Provost, Student Inclusion and Diversity
- Dr. Ravi Misra, Dean, School of Graduate Studies
- Dr. Lisa Dodson, Sentry Dean and Founding Dean, Medical School Regional Campuses, Central Wisconsin Campus
- Dr. Matthew Hunsaker, Campus Dean, Medical School Regional Campuses, Green Bay Campus
- Dr. Mike Stout, Program Director, Master of Science in Anesthesia Assistant Program
- Adrienne Mitchell, Vice President of Human Resources and Faculty Affairs and Chief People Officer
Training Completed by the MCW Title IX Coordinator
Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (WAICU)
Advanced Title IX Investigator Training, Day 1 (PDF) | April 27, 2022
Advanced Title IX Investigator Training, Day 2 (PDF) | April 28, 2022
Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (WAICU)
Decision-Makers: A Deep Dive into Serving in this Critical Role, Day 1 (PDF) | September 2021
Decision-Makers: A Deep Dive into Serving in this Critical Role, Day 2 (PDF) | September 2021
Husch Blackwell
Title IX & Sexual Harassment Response - Participants in Sexual Harassment policy process (PDF) | Fall 2020
Department of Education Office for Civil Rights
Title IX: An Introduction to the New Regulations (PDF)
Promoting Diversity at MCW
Realizing our vision of a healthy and thriving community, MCW has made a commitment to inclusion to ensure that MCW’s diversity is a source of strength in achieving excellence in our missions and fostering the health of the local and global communities we serve. MCW has developed a variety of resources to help us integrate our differences and thrive through the energy and innovation that we co-create.
LGBTQ Resources
MCW values the dignity of all members of the MCW community and we have affinity groups, resources, and tools below to encourage engagement and connections for everyone.
Please contact Katie Kassulke, MCW’s Title IX Coordinator, for assistance with updating pronouns, name changes, transition planning, and support via email: TitleIXCoordinator@mcw.edu.
- Anti-Racism Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Glossary
- MCW Pronouns Card (PDF)
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender People in Medicine student run organization | mcwlgbtpm@gmal.com
- The MCW LGBTQ+ Mission Engagement Group can be contacted via email at LGBTQMEG@mcw.edu
Gender neutral facilities
MCW has a number of gender-neutral facilities available and have provided the current list below.
- Restrooms:
- BSB B2005 (elevator lobby)
- BSB B4005
- MEB M2098 (inside Learning & Skills interior hallway and includes lockers)
- MEB 2868 (inside STAR Center entry area)
- MEB M3195
- Hub A0515 (includes shower)
- Hub A1551
- Hub A2551
- Hub A3551
- Hub A4551
- Hub A5551
- Hub A6551
- Hub A7551
- Hub A8551
- Locker rooms:
- Single User Restroom within M2490 = M2496
- Single User Restroom within M2120 = M2184
Reporting Requirements to External Agencies
MCW will report findings of sexual misconduct to external agencies such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Science Foundation (NSF), as required for researchers, as well as, through the credentialing process for clinical providers. MCW may also report findings of sexual misconduct to other institutions of higher education and in response to requests for reference information. By accepting employment with MCW, employees agree to be a part of our culture of professionalism and acknowledge that findings may be reported.