Brandon
Lee
Senior Director for Equal Access and Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator
Brandon Lee is the UHV Senior Director for Equal Access. In that role, he coordinates training and services related to Title IX, sexual misconduct, as well as equal opportunity and access..
Ways to File a report for Sexual Misconduct
Formal Complaints:
A formal complaint is required for a formal investigation to possibly find a student or employee in violation of an Equal Opportunity policy and evaluate for official sanction(s).
To file a complaint, complete the Formal Complaint Questionnaire from the Equal Opportunity Office and return it in person, by email, or by mail. The Title IX Coordinator is available to answer questions about policies and the complaint process prior to the filing of a formal complaint.
Police Reports:
In an emergency, dial 911. To file a report with the police, contact local law enforcement where the incident occurred, or for campus police call (361) 570-HELP (4357). Campus police may be able to assist you in contacting local law enforcement if the incident occurred outside campus police jurisdiction.
Anonymous Reports:
You may make an anonymous report online at the Fraud & Non-Compliance Hotline or by calling (800) 461-9330. However, filing a report without identifying the details of the incident or the reporting party may limit our ability to conduct a thorough investigation. Responsible employees must report to the Title IX Coordinator. Employees may submit an anonymous report if they experience discrimination or misconduct personally.
Ways to File a Report for Discrimination
Formal Administrative Complaints
Formal complaints are required when a person seeks to have an administrative investigation and possible sanction or disciplinary process against a university student or employee. Contact the Equal Opportunity Coordinator to ask about or start the formal complaint process.
To file a Formal Complaint for Discrimination, submit a completed Formal Complaint Questionnaire in person, by email, or by mail to the Equal Opportunity Coordinator. The Equal Opportunity Coordinator is available to answer questions about policies and the complaint process prior to the filing of a formal complaint.
Anonymous Reports
You may make an anonymous report online at the Fraud & Non-Compliance Hotline or by calling (800) 461-9330. However, filing a report without identifying the details of the incident or the reporting party may limit our ability to conduct a thorough investigation.
Police Report
In an emergency, dial 911.
Certain forms of conduct such as harassment or hate crimes may also be criminal violations. Police reports are handled separately from administrative reports or complaints. Campus police have county-wide jurisdiction to respond to reports as appropriate. To file a report with the police, contact local law enforcement where the incident occurred. For non-emergency situations, contact campus police at (361) 570-4357 (361-570-HELP).
Concerns with Discrimination
Any person with concerns and/or complaints regarding unlawful harassment, discrimination, Title IX or sexual misconduct may email direct questions to Brandon Lee, Equal Opportunity and Title IX Coordinator, or call (361) 570-4835.
Students with disabilities needing assistance may email Cheryl Worley, Manager of Disability Services or call (361) 570-4287.
Employees with disabilities needing assistance may email Shelly Frank, Director of Human Resources or call (361) 570-4800.
Non Discrimination Statement
The policy of UHV is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, veteran's status, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or status, or gender expression, except where such distinction is required by law.
Legal References
- Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended in 1972, Title VI, Title VII
- Education Amendments of 1972, Title IX (P.L. 92-318)
- Public Law 93-162 (Section 504)
- 45 CFR, Parts 81, 86 (Federal Register June 4, 1985, August 11, 1975)
Policy References
- University of Houston System Sexual Misconduct Policy or on the web at Sexual Misconduct Policy
- University of Houston System Anti-Discrimination Policy or on the web at Anti-Discrimination Policy
Office for Civil Rights
For further information on notice of non-discrimination and for the address and phone number of the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights office that serves your area, call 1 (800) 421-3481 or visit the OCR contact page.