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alleged offender that his or her behavior is unwelcome. However, whether the individual chooses to discuss the incident with the alleged offender, anyone who either experiences or observes harassment or discrimination should report the incident immediately. The College will take necessary action to promptly investigate the complaint. The College cannot address allegations unless it is made aware of the complaint. FILING A COMPLAINT Anyone wishing to file a complaint of discrimination or sexual misconduct by an AC community member should contact the Title IX Coordinator. Only incidents involving current employees or students may be investigated by the College. Any staff or faculty member with knowledge about an incident of sexual misconduct occurring on campus or away from campus during an AC program or activity, or where the misconduct may have a continuing effect on on -campus or off campus program or activities, must report the incident to the Title IX Coordinators. No employee is authorized to investigate or resolve complaints without the involvement of a Title IX Coordinator. Such allegations will be reviewed, investigated, and resolved by the Title IX Coordinator. Allegations involving a supervisor of the Coordinator will be investigated by an independent investigator appointed by the CEO, BANKRUPTCY Advanced College does not have a pending petition in bankruptcy; is not operating as a debtor in possession; has not filed a petition within the preceding five years; or has not had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code (1i U.S.C. See. 1101 et seq). CRIME AWARNESS AND CAMPUS SECURITY In keeping with the requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the college distributes annually to all current students and employees a disclosure regarding the availability of the report. All prospective students and employees will receive a notice regarding the availability of the report, a description of the contents, and instructions for requesting a copy. PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING AS IDENTIFIED IN THE CRIME REPORT (CLERY ACT): The College also complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which provides that "no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance." The Title IX discrimination under any educational program or activity receiving federal financial assistance." Complaints filed under the Title IX shall be kept confidential to the maximum extent possible and the student shall not be retaliated against for bringing forth a complaint. The process for filing complaints for claims related to sexual discrimination or harassment under Title IX as follows: Step One: The student/employee must submit a complaint in writing to the Title IX Coordinator within 30 calendar days of the misconduct, which is the subject of the complaint, last occurred. The Title IX Coordinator will investigate the claims, conduct, and investigation and reply to the student/employee in writing. The Title IX Coordinator shall generally respond with a resolution to the complaint in writing within ten (1o) days of receipt of the written complaint; if the complaint will take longer to resolve, the Title IX Coordinator will notify the student or employee of the reason for the delay and how much longer it may take. Step Two: If the matter is not resolved at this stage and an appeal is desired, the student/employee must submit his/her appeal within 15 days of the decision having been provided to the student/employee in Step One of the process. Alternatively, in the event the Title IX Coordinator is the source of the complaint, the student/employee must then submit his/her complain in writing, within 3o days of the misconduct, which is the subject of the complaint, last occurred. An appeal or complaint at this step in the process shall be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator at your respective campus. The Title IX Coordinator will generally respond with a resolution to the student/employee's complaint within ten (1o) days, specifying what action, if any, the College will undertake; if the complaint will take longer to resolve, the Title IX Coordinator will notify the student/employee of the reason for the delay and how much longer it may take. NO RETALIATION The College will not retaliate against any individual who makes a report of perceived harassment or discrimination, nor will it permit such behavior by any person at the college. Retaliation is a serious violation of the college's policy and those who feel they have been subjected to any acts of retaliation should immediately report such conduct to the Campus Director or follow the General Student Complaint Procedure/Grievance Policy in the course catalog. STUDENTS SEEKING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS Advanced College is committed to providing educational opportunity and full participation for students and prospective students with disabilities. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Advanced College provides equal opportunity for qualified persons with disabilities. As appropriate, Advanced College will make reasonable accommodations to offer persons with disabilities the opportunity to participate fully in its programs, activities, and services. It is the responsibility of the student to inform the school of any disability, whether physical or mental, that might in any way affect the student's academic progress or for which the students seek accommodation. 17