Policy Regarding Sexual Assault Programs and Procedures 

Riverland Community College's policy on sexual assault is governed by Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System's policy. In support of the system policy, Riverland reaffirms the policy that sexual assault will not be tolerated. Every effort will be made to assure that all members of the College community are provided an atmosphere free from sexual abuse or assault.

Acts of sexual violence may also constitute violations of criminal or civil law, or other Board Policies that may require separate proceedings. To further its commitment against sexual violence, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities provides reporting options, internal mechanisms for dispute resolution, and prevention training or other related services as appropriate.

The Sexual Violence Policy 1B.3 can be reviewed online at: http://www.mnscu.edu/board/policy/index.html.  Any individual who believes she or he has been, or is being, subjected to conduct prohibited by MNSCU Board Policy 1B.1 Nondiscrimination in Employment and Education Opportunity, Procedure 1B.1.1 Report/Complaint of Discrimination, Harassment /Investigation and Resolution, and Sexual Violence Policy 1B.3 is encouraged to report the incident to the Affirmative Action Officer’s designee, Cindy Brimacomb-Whiteaker, Human Resources Office, West Building, Riverland Community College, Austin, Mn., at 507-433-0529 or at: cindy.brimacomb-whiteaker@riverland.edu.

Sexual assault survivors may contact any one of several Riverland Community College departments or community services for assistance.

Riverland Student Service Centers:
Albert Lea: 507-379-3300
Austin: 507-433-0600
Owatonna: 507-455-5880
Toll Free: 800-247-5039
Human Resources: 507-433-0529

Crime Victims Crisis Centers:
Albert Lea 507-377-5460
Austin: 507-437-6680