Title IX

Protecting the Lion's Den

“No person in the United States, shall on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”

  -Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972


Lincoln University is committed to providing a work and learning environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct by any student, faculty, or staff member. Lincoln is a community that stands for safe, healthy relationships. As such, it is the policy of the University to foster a campus environment that is free from intimidation and one in which everyone can reach their fullest potential.

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Harassment & Sexual Misconduct Policy Title IX Process & Timeline

The Title IX Coordinator is the designated university official with primary responsibility for coordinating the university’s compliance with Title IX. For Title IX concerns, contact:

ANTHONY COX, ESQ.
Associate Vice President of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Compliance/Title IX Coordinator

Office of the General Counsel
Email: acox@najwc.com
Phone: 484-365-7755
Office: Wright Hall Room 102

1570 Baltimore Pike
Lincoln University, PA 19352
Phone: 484-746-0000
Email: titleix@najwc.com

RESOURCES AND SUPPORT

Lincoln University Resources

Department of Public Safety
International Cultural Center (ICC),
24 hours a day/7 days per week

484-365-7211

Title IX Coordinator
Wright Hall 107,
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

484-746-0000

University Health Services*
Wellness Center, Suite 100,
Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

484-365-7338

The Women’s Center
​Hansberry Hall, Basement Level, by appointment

484-365-7244

Dean of Students 
​Student Union Bldg. 136 -
Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

484-365-7705

Religious Activities (Chapel)*
Mary Dod Brown Memorial Chapel -
by appointment

484-365-8075

Counseling Services *
Wellness Center, Room 221 -
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

484-365-7244

* Confidential Resources

Off-Campus Resources

Domestic Violence Center of Chester County  
(http://www.dvccc.com/)
24 Hour Hotline; Providing counseling services, support groups and legal advocacy

24 Hour Hotline: 
610-431-1430;  
888-711-6270

Sexual Assault Crisis Hotline, Crime Victims’ Center of Chester County 
(http://www.safehelpline.org/?gclid=CMuIgPm6lMYCFQkUHwodoR8ARA)
Provides victim services and resources

24-hour Hotline:
610-692-7273

Domestic Violence Hotline, Philadelphia   
(http://www.thehotline.org/?gclid=CPHM5oO7lMYCFUIRHwodVQIFRg)
24-hour resource anonymous and confidential resource for individuals with questions or concerns about domestic violence

24-hour Hotline:
866-723-3014

Women Against Abuse, Philadelphia
(http://www.womenagainstabuse.org/)
Provides domestic violence services in Philadelphia, including emergency shelters and legal representation for protection from abuse orders.

215-386-1280

Women Organized Against Rape (WOAR), Philadelphia  
(http://www.woar.org/)
​Provides counseling services, resources and court & legal information

Hotline: 215-985-3333

The Pennsylvania Coalition Against Rape (PCAR) 
(http://www.pcar.org/)
​Works to raise awareness about rape and sexual assault and advocates for the rights and needs of victims of sexual assault.

888-772-7227

Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN) 
(http://www.rainn.org​)
24 Hour Hotline providing support to sexual assault victims and their loved ones.

800-656-HOPE

Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender National Hotline  
(http://www.glbthotline.org/​)
M - F, 4pm - 12am; Sat. 12pm - 5pm. Hotline provides free and confidential peer-support, as well as factual information and local resources, on relationship concerns, bullying

888-843-4564

Legal Assistance – The University does not recommend private attorneys, but you may wish to use the referral services of the Chester County Bar Association Lawyer Referral and Information Service, (http://www.chescobar.org/?page=LawyerReferralServ),  610-429-1500, which also can provide referrals to attorneys for visa and immigration services.   

610-429-1500