Title IX Resources
Title IX is commonly thought of as pertaining to varsity sports. However, the law is actually much broader. Title IX prohibits gender-based discrimination in all programs and activities of any educational institution receiving federal funding.
Although two of the most common applications of the law are athletics and sexual harassment / misconduct, Title IX also applies to admissions, financial aid, academic matters, career services, counseling and medical services, and all other programs and activities available to students at Marietta College.
As Marietta College's Title IX Coordinator, Richard Danford holds the primary responsibility for coordinating the College's Title IX compliance efforts, including overseeing all complaints of noncompliance and identifying and addressing any patterns or systemic problems that arise during the review of such complaints.
Deputy Title IX Coordinators are Amanda Copeland and Jenn Castle. Reports of possible violations of Marietta College's Title IX Policy can be reported to any one of these three Title IX officers.
Title IX Coordinator Contact
Name: Richard K. Danford, Ph.D.
Title: Vice-President for Student Life and Dean of Students
Office Address: 103 Andrews Hall
Mailing Address: Marietta College, 215 Fifth Street, Marietta, OH 45750
Email: danfordr@marietta.edu
Phone: 740.376.4899
Policy on Gender-Based Harassment, Discrimination and Misconduct
This policy establishes the institution’s formal commitment to nondiscrimination and equal access. The policy:
- Aligns institutional practices with Title IX law
- Clearly prohibits sex‑based misconduct
- Explains reporting and resolution processes
- Ensures fairness, support, and due process
- Demonstrates the institution’s commitment to equity and safety
Title IX Resources Sheet
Among other things, the resources sheet:
- Makes compliance visible and practical
- Helps iMarieta College meet Title IX’s notice and accessibility expectations
- Is centered on care, choice, and connection, not just compliance
This sheet is especially important at moments of stress, crisis, or uncertainty—when reading a full policy isn’t realistic.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The notice is a formal declaration of the institution’s nondiscrimination commitments. I is required required under several federal laws, including Title IX.
download Notice of Non-Discrimination (PDF)
Understanding the Title IX Process at Marietta College
Download Explanation of Gender-based Discrimination Process (PDF)
Title IX Training Materials