Mandatory Reporters

All campus community members are encouraged to report to help the University maintain a safe environment by striving to eliminate, prevent, and address discrimination on the basis of sex, including prohibited sexual conduct.

Who is a Mandatory Reporter?

University administrators at the level of director/department chair or above with knowledge
of Prohibited Sexual Conduct shall report such incidents to the University Police (if a crime is involved) and the Title IX Coordinator. Other employees should also report their knowledge of such incidents to the Title IX Coordinator or University Police. No employee is authorized to investigate or attempt to resolve an incident. Additional information about FSU Mandatory Reporters can be found in the University's Policy on Prohibited Sexual Conduct.  

Exception: Employees with a legal obligation or privilege of confidentiality (including health care providers, counselors, and their associated staff) are not considered required reporters and are not required to report when the information is learned in the course of a confidential communication.

Why is Reporting Important?

Reporting an incident to the Title IX Office helps the University respond appropriately to alleged prohibited conduct under TItle IX. All campus community members are strongly encouraged to report to the Title IX Office and the Police and Public Safety Office.  

Some University Administrators have been identified as having specific responsibility for reporting any behavior that has the potential to be discriminatory or harassing. We call these individuals responsible employees, or Mandatory Reporters.