This process is completely separate from any criminal or civil actions that individual who has been assaulted might pursue. The Student Handbook includes the procedures, as well as a list of some of the penalties and sanctions that may be imposed upon the conclusion of a disciplinary proceeding involving a sexual assault. Any special accommodations that might be necessary including changing of classes, moving residence halls, arranging for escorts, etc., are handled by the Dean of Students Office. Person is encouraged to get to a safe place. Person is advised to seek medical treatment.
Person is recommended to seek support, information and counseling.
Person is encouraged to consider filing a written report. The Student Handbook sets forth the procedures for the university disciplinary action for students. It allows the complaintant and the accused to be allowed one advisor each. The advisor may be either a student, faculty member, staff member or administrator of DePaul University, excluding Student Affairs personnel. Prior to the implementation of the procedure the Dean of Student's Office will separately meet with and explain the procedures for the university disciplinary action to the complainant and the accused.