Title IX Resources

On Campus Support Resources

The following On Campus Resources are available to support victims of sexual assault, relationship violence, sexual misconduct, or stalking.

Title IX Coordinator

The Title IX Coordinator oversees the College’s response to reports and complaints of sex discrimination (including sexual assault, sexual misconduct, relationship violence, and stalking).  The Title IX Coordinator can receive a complaint, provide information or answer questions about the complainant’s rights or course of action available to them, and can answer questions about the College policies or procedures relating to sex discrimination.

Joseph Hargrave, Title IX Coordinator
Student Center, Room 204
409-984-6540
titleix@lamarpa.edu

Dean of Student Services

The Dean of Student Services is the chief student personnel officer. The Dean of Student Services reports directly to the President and is responsible for Financial Aid, Admissions and Records, Advising, Student Activities, and Campus Security. The Dean of Student Service is also a Title IX Deputy Coordinator and aids and provides support to students who experience prohibited conduct.

Tessie Bradford, Ed.D., Dean of Student Services
Student Center, Room 301
409-984-6156
bradfordts@lamarpa.edu
Dean of Student Services Website

Human Resources

Human Resources works with Title IX and supervisors to address prohibited conduct by employees. HR also aids and provides support to employees who experience prohibited conduct.

Beth Knape, Executive Director
Business Office Building, Office 122
(409) 984-6237
knapeb@lamarpa.edu
Human Resources Website

Confidential Reporting

Victims who would like to make a confidential report may contact:
Laurie Marcantel, M.Ed., L.P.C., A.T.S.
Disability Services Coordinator
Madison Monroe Education Building Rm 231B
(409) 984-6241
marcantella@lamarpa.edu

Campus Security Office

The mission of the Campus Security Office is to help provide a safe and pleasant environment for the students, faculty, staff, visitors, and guests on campus. Through high visibility and the help of off-duty police officers, the Campus Security Office does its best to deter occurrence of infractions. The Office’s patrol system and campus escort service afford opportunities to see and be seen.

In emergency situations that may constitute an immediate threat to the health and/or safety of students and/or employees, or if the crime being reported is currently in progress, dial 911 or call the Campus Security Office at 409-984-6255 (extension 6255 from on-campus landlines). After hours and on weekends, the Campus Security Office can be reached at (409) 548-2048.  

Victims of a crime who wish to make a report, should contact the Campus Security Office at 409-984-6255. Experienced security officers will help you make a report.

Campus Security Office Website

Other On-Campus Services

Off Campus Services

Other Resources

• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
• Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network: 1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)
• U.S. Department of Justice
• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights
• Financial Education for Survivors of Domestic Violence