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Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex-based discrimination in any school or any other education program that receives funding from the federal government. F&M’s Title IX Office ensures the College’s compliance with this fundamental law and fosters a living, learning and working environment free of discrimination and harassment.

“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 education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”

— Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972


Franklin & Marshall College (F&M) is committed to fostering a living, learning and working environment free of discrimination and harassment. F&M does not discriminate on the basis of sex and will not tolerate sexual misconduct in any form, including as defined by Title IX or F&M’s community standards. Franklin & Marshall College will not tolerate unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.  

Title IX obligates F&M to provide a safe and nondiscriminatory environment for the broader F&M Community. Under Title IX, you have the right to:

  • Live and learn at F&M free from gender discrimination.
  • File a complaint according to F&M Sexual Misconduct Policies.
  • Request a criminal investigation by law enforcement.
  • Seek and be provided with supportive measures, including but not limited to medical, mental health and legal, visa/ immigration status assistance.
  • File a claim and receive a prompt and equitable resolution to complaints under Title IX.
  • Request and obtain a No Contact Order and to receive information and assistance with obtaining Orders of Protection from local law enforcement.
  • Be free from retaliation for exercising your rights.
  • Be provided resources for on and off campus support and health services.

Learn more by viewing F&M’s Title IX Policy. This policy includes information on how to file a formal complaint, the grievance process, and supportive measures. 

View F&M’s Title IX Policy

Resources and Support

Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form

The faculty and staff at F&M care deeply about your safety and believe that it is our obligation to do our best to keep you and our campus safe. This form is for reporting instances of sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating/domestic violence, stalking or other forms of sexual misconduct to the Title IX Office. This form notifies the Title IX Office and serves as a report of alleged behaviors. It is not a formal complaint to initiate a Title IX investigation.

If you are not a mandated reporter, you may submit this form anonymously if you wish.

Make a report

Bias Reporting Form

F&M is committed to fostering a safe and welcoming campus community; in turn, it is the responsibility of each person within the Diplomat community to join in creating an environment in which others can thrive without fear, hate, or bias. All community members, including students, faculty, and staff, may use this online form to make the College aware of these incidents. 

Please note, this form should not be used to report allegations of sexual misconduct. Those reports should be made using the Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form.

Submit a report

Confidential Resources

Non-Confidential Resources

Emergency Response Available Year-Round

Helpful Links

Title IX Mandated Reporter Video

Meet the Title IX Coordinator

Kate J. Buchkoski
Director of Title IX and ADA Compliance

Kate works remotely some days. She can be reached every day by email and telephone.