Tier I Student Organization Risk Management Training

1. Tier I Student Organization Risk Management Training Center for Student Development Student Union, Room 134 Phone (940) 898-3626

2. Welcome! Photo: Einar, Pioneer Women in Sculpture

3. Training Reminder As a representative, you are responsible for presenting the information in this Risk Management Training to your organization

4. What is Risk Management? Risk Management: the process of advising organizations of the potential and perceived risks involved in their activities

5. But Why Are We Here? Texas Woman’s University is required to comply with the Texas Education Code. Texas Education Code, Section 51.9361, requires that TWU provide annual training to organizations determined to benefit from risk management training.

6. Types of Risk • Physical – injury, emergencies, death, hazing, sexual assault, alcohol • Emotional– hazing, sexual assault, accessibility, discrimination • Financial – money handling, fundraising, budgets • Reputational–individual students, the organization, and TWU • Facilities – fire safety, crowd control, driving, safety & security • Other potential harm –violating the law or University policy

7. High Risk • Alcohol & Illegal Drugs • Hazing • Sexual Misconduct • Behavior: on and off campus • Fire & Safety Issues • Accessibility & Nondiscrimination • Student Travel

8. Alcohol & Illegal Drugs

9. TWU Drug Policy The use of illegal drugs is prohibited on Texas Woman’s University property. Such use is subject to penalties including suspension from attendance or enrollment at TWU.

10. Alcohol & Illegal Drugs: Statistics • 1,800 students between 18-24 die each year from alcohol related injuries. • 599,000 students between 18-24 are injured each year because of alcohol related activities. • About 25% of students report academic problems associated with drinking. http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/StatsSummaries/snapshot.aspx

11. Alcohol & Illegal Drugs 911 Lifeline Legislation In Texas, a person under 21 won't be charged by the police for possessing or consuming alcohol if the person calls 911 because someone might have alcohol poisoning. Applies only if you: • Are the first person to call for medical assistance • Remain on the scene until medical assistance arrives • Cooperate with EMS and law enforcement

12. TWU Alcohol Policy Chartered Student Organizations shall not serve, sell, or consume alcoholic beverages at any organization meeting or function on or off campus.

13. Hazing

14. Hazing Hazing: any activity expected of someone joining a group that humiliates, degrades or risks emotional and/or physical harm, regardless of the persons willingness to participate

15. Hazing National statistics indicate: • More than half of college students involved in clubs, teams, and organizations experience hazing. • Alcohol consumption, humiliation, isolation, sleep-deprivation, and sex acts are hazing practices common across student groups. http://www.stophazing.org/hazing-view/

16. TWU Hazing Policy A person commits a hazing offense if they: • engage in hazing • solicit, encourage, direct, aid, or attempt to aid in hazing • recklessly permit hazing to occur • know of the planning of a hazing incident and fail to report • know that a hazing incident occurred and fail to report

17. Hazing What are some examples of hazing?

18. Hazing • Expecting certain items to always be in possession • Abductions/kidnappings • Exposure to extreme cold or heat without protection • Sexual stimulations/acts • Expected alcohol consumption What are some examples of hazing?

19. Hazing Ask yourself: • Is the activity going to contribute to our moral development? • Can I defend this activity in a court of law? • Would you want staff, parents, or media to view the event? • Does the activity require illegal or immoral acts? • Is the act mentally, emotionally, or physically threatening? • Would you film the activity and show it to an employer?

20. Hazing: Managing Risks • Hazing should not be viewed as a tradition to pass on to new members • If you see or suspect hazing, report it immediately • Develop constructive bonding exercises instead for your group

21. Hazing How to Report Hazing: Contact the Greek Life Coordinator Caisha Jones Office of Greek Life Texas Woman’s University CJones52@mail.twu.edu

22. Sexual Misconduct

23. Sexual Misconduct • Sexual harassment: unwelcome, sexual or gender-based verbal, written or physical conduct • Sexual exploitation: a person takes non-consensual or abusive sexual advantage of another • Non-consensual contact or intercourse

24. Sexual Misconduct National statistics indicate: • On average, 1 in 4 women will be victim of sexual assault during college • At least 80% of all sexual assaults are committed by an acquaintance • 48.8% of college women who were victims of attacks that met the definition of rape did not consider what happened to them rape http://nyscasa.org/sites/default/files/factsheets/FS_College.pdf

25. Sexual Misconduct TWU Sexual Misconduct Policy • Sexual Assault is a felony under Texas criminal laws and will not be tolerated at TWU • Sexual harassment and sexual assault may be subject to prosecution and/or disciplinary action • TWU can impose any level of sanction, including suspension or expulsion

26. Sexual Misconduct Is this Sexual Misconduct? A sorority requires prospective members to share stories about personal sexual experiences

27. Sexual Misconduct Is this Sexual Misconduct? YES A sorority requires prospective members to share stories about personal sexual experiences

28. Sexual Misconduct Is this Sexual Misconduct? The vice president of a student organization sends sexually oriented jokes on the org’s email listserv

29. Sexual Misconduct Is this Sexual Misconduct? YES The vice president of a student organization sends sexually oriented jokes on the org’s email listserv

30. Sexual Misconduct Is this Sexual Misconduct? A group of students ranks other students’ bodies or sexual appeal

31. Sexual Misconduct Is this Sexual Misconduct? YES A group of students ranks other students’ bodies or sexual appeal

32. Sexual Misconduct: Managing Risk • Be a positive bystander. Seek help! • Plan events and activities that create an environment of respect to reduce the risk of sexual misconduct • Know your resources. As student leaders, other students may seek support from you

33. Sexual Misconduct Resources Project REV Jones Hall room 108 & 109 940-898-2744 Department of Public Safety Hubbard Hall, Lower Level 940-898-2911 Student Health Services Hubbard Hall, Lower Level 940-898-3826 Denton County Friends of the Family Outreach: 940-387-5131 24hr Hotline: 800-572-4031 TWU Counseling Center West Jones Hall 940-898-3801

34. Silent Witness You may choose to report anonymously by visiting the Silent Witness form on the TWU’s DPS website. • Reveal your identity or remain anonymous • Do not use this to report crimes in progress or to request immediate emergency services

35. Sexual Misconduct Resources & Reporting • Students may report sex offenses to TWU DPS regardless of where the incident occurred • The university provides options for students needing to change academic and/or living situations after an alleged sexual assault

36. Behavior: on and off campus

37. Behavior: on and off campus Remember you always represent: • Yourself • Your organization • Texas Woman’s University

38. Student Org Responsibilities • Be fully acquainted with TWU regulations • Respect the rights and property of others in the community • Know that your conduct reflects not only upon you but also upon the university and community members • Help maintain a safe environment by reporting suspicious/inappropriate/dangerous behavior

39. Behavior: Managing Risk When planning student organization events or travel, take precautions against potentially damaging behavior.

40. Behavior: Managing Risk Have clear expectations of org members written and signed before travel.

41. Behavior: Managing Risk Students often wear Greek letters, student org t-shirts, or TWU insignias. Remember that their behavior is directly linked back to the org and university.

42. Fire & Safety Issues

43. Fire & Safety Issues Texas law and TWU Policy prohibit the possession or use of firearms, illegal knife, dangerous weapons, explosives, and/or dangerous chemicals on campus

44. Fire & Safety Issues Top causes of campus fires: • Cooking (hot plates, microwaves, etc.) • Arson • Careless smoking • Unattended candles • Overloaded extension cords, power strips, & outlets http://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/publications/fa_334.pdf

45. Fire & Safety: Managing Risk • Make sure the venue can handle expected attendance • Keep all entrances and exits unobstructed • Do not obstruct/tamper with smoke detectors or sprinkler systems • Do not overload electrical circuits…always use surge protectors • Never ignore a fire alarm, even if you think it is “just a drill” • If you suspect anyone may have any illegal weapons on campus, report it immediately to DPS or call 911

46. Fire & Safety: Managing Risk Always plan out security needs in advance. Consider the following: • Number of attendees • Potential controversy (political, religious, etc.) • Prominence of speakers/entertainers

47. Accessibility & Nondiscrimination

48. TWU Nondiscrimination Policy Student organizations are open to all TWU students regardless of race, creed, disability, sexual orientation, age, and/or sex (National sororities and fraternities are exempt from gender discrimination)

49. Planning Accessible Events What are some ways that you can plan an accessible event?

50. Planning Accessible Events • Use locations where people with disabilities can participate without assistance, or with minimal help • Evaluate bathrooms, parking options, and signs • Offer materials in alternative formats (Braille, closed caption, online, large print) • Ask about format or interpretation needs in event registration • Make modifications to physical environments as needed, such as rearranging furniture https://www.health.ny.gov/publications/0956/