Menu Madison College is dedicated to creating a space that is harassment and discrimination-free for students, staff and faculty. To help cultivate a safe environment, training is available to all students, faculty, and staff as part of this commitment.
Ongoing prevention and awareness training is conducted throughout the year. Programming can be tailored to fit your needs by request. To schedule a presentation for your class, please contact the Dean of Students Office at 608.243.4555 or deanofstudents@madisoncollege.edu.
Title IX Team Training
Those involved in the Title IX and Sexual Harassment Grievance Process receive ongoing training in compliance with 34 C.F.R. § 106.45(b)(1)(iii) and any other applicable federal or state law.
Below you will find information on more training sessions we offer listed in chronological order by date.
The training sessions are provided to Madison College officials with responsibilities under the Grievance Process, as described in the College’s Equal Opportunity, Harassment and Nondiscrimination Policy.
Trauma-informed Interviewing Techniques | November 15, 2023
Provided by: RCC: Sexual Violence Resource Center
This session provides interviewing techniques for a trauma-informed approach to investigations involving victims of sexual violence. The presentation is consistent with information provided to law enforcement professionals
Attendees: Lara Baehr, Eric Barber, Annie Duchek, Jenni McKay-Sillman, Lisa Muchka, Kayla Peetz, Katie Rikli
View Trauma-informed Interviewing Techniques training materials (PDF)
WTCS Legal Issues Conference: Title IX Updates | October 26, 2023
Provided by: Lindsey Davis / Quarles
This session provides overview of proposed updates to the Title IX regs, and implications of those changes should they go into effect.
Attendee: Jenni McKay-Sillman
View WTCS Legal Issues Conference training materials (PDF)
2023 Compliance Symposium: Creating an effective anti-harassment policy | July 20, 2023
Provided by: Attorney Bob Gregg / BoardmanClark
This session provides definitions of harassment and discrimination, relevant state and federal laws, implications of case findings and best practices for developing effective institutional policy.
Attendees: Jenni McKay-Sillman, Kayla Peetz
View 2023 Compliance Symposium training materials (PDF)
The Clery Act, VAWA and Title IX: Implications for Sexual Misconduct Response and Investigations | May 3, 2023
Provided by: Cupa-HR
Join us as we explore the current intersection of the Clery Act, VAWA and Title IX (and anticipate what may change based on draft new reg language.) The presenter will discuss the major requirements of each law and how these requirements relate to institutions’ sexual harassment and sex-based discrimination policies and procedures for employees and students. You'll gain a better understanding of how to determine jurisdiction of an offense for Title IX purposes, as well as how to ensure that all VAWA offenses, whether they fall under Title IX or not, comply with the requirements of the Clery Act.
Attendee: Lisa Muchka
View The Clery Act, VAWA and Title IX training materials (PDF)
Title IX Coordinator Five: Bias and Cultural Competencies | April 3-4, 2023
Provided by: ATIXA (Association of Title IX Administrators)
Coordinator Level Five: Bias and Cultural Competencies is a two-day course focused on developing an understanding of bias, cultural competency, and intersectionality in Title IX work. Participants will engage in a variety of individual and group activities to explore their own biases and the potential impacts on Title IX work. ATIXA recommends that all Title IX team members – whether new or more seasoned – complete this course.
Attendee: Annie Duchek
View Title IX Coordinator Five training materials (PDF)
Civil Rights Investigator Two | March 1-2, 2023
Provided by: ATIXA (Association of Title IX Administrators)
Level Two investigator training is an intermediate level of training that builds on your skill set with more nuanced questioning techniques, a strong focus on questioning, record keeping and note-taking, managing complex investigations, and a topical exploration that broadens beyond the sexual misconduct focus of Level One. This training builds strong skills with frequent exercises and case studies that allow for high levels of interaction, analysis, and the application of various civil rights investigation techniques.
Attendee(s): Annie Duchek
View Civil Rights Investigator Two training materials (PDF)
Investigation Report Writing | February 23, 2023
Provided by: ATIXA (Association of Title IX Administrators)
Take a one-day deep dive into the writing mechanics, format, structure, and best practices for investigation report writing for higher education institutions. Topics include managing sensitive information, integrating quotations, incorporating feedback from the parties post-review, and more.
Attendee(s): Kayla Peetz
View Investigation Report Writing training materials (PDF)
Single-Sex Programs Under Title IX: Law & Best Practices | February 20, 2023
Provided by: ATIXA (Association of Title IX Administrators)
ATIXA’s experts will lead a discussion about single-sex programs and disparate treatment. First, attendees will learn about disparate treatment on the basis on sex, including distinguishing disparate treatment from disparate impact and how to analyze, investigate, and resolve a disparate treatment complaint. Next, the discussion will center on single-sex programs, exploring which single-sex programs the Title IX regulations permit and how to implement them. Lastly, the course material will touch on scholarships and any Title IX dimensions that may apply.
Attendees: Lisa Muchka, Kayla Peetz, Geraldo VilaCruz
View Single-Sex Programs Under Title IX training materials (PDF)