Tuesday, September 17, 3:30PM | Hammond Main Lounge
Keynote Speaker: Sex & the Law with C.L. Lindsay III, J.D. (Attorney, Author, and Student Advocate)
C.L. Lindsay III is a nationally-recognized expert and leader in the field of student rights and academic freedom. As its Executive Director, C.L. built the Coalition for Student & Academic Rights into a national student rights organization that helps thousands of college students with their legal problems, free of charge, each year.
Funding provided by the Office of Student Development; refreshments provided by the Student Government Association
September 18, 3:30PM, Center for Teaching and Learning
Title IX 101 with Rebecca H. Newell, FSU Director of Title IX & Equal Opportunity
Title IX, a federal civil rights law passed in 1972, is an example of how the 14th Amendment's Equal Protection Clause has been interpreted over time. Learn about the roots and evolution of the regulations surrounding the prohibition of sex discrimination in educational programs, how Fitchburg State University has recently summarized over 1500 pages into campus policy, and what your responsibilities are as a member of the University community.
Rebecca H. Newell is a dedicated equal opportunity officer at the University, where she champions equity and belonging. With a background in higher education legal and policy analysis, she ensures the institution's adherence to civil rights laws and helps to foster an environment where all students and employees can thrive.
