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William Peace University is committed to complying with all requirements as set forth by Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 (“Title IX”).
Any and all reporting of sex/gender discrimination, sexual misconduct, confidentiality questions, conduct procedures, and more, should be directed to the WPU Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator by phone, email, mail or in-person.
In addition, questions or concerns regarding William Peace and Title IX may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Coordinator.
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- Title IX Training
Dr. Ralph meets with a student in his office during a weekly “Pop-In” event
Reporting and Resources
If an incident occurs, we strongly encourage you to utilize the resources below to ensure that we can help you to the best of our ability and that you are protecting your health and safety. These include resources for confidential emotional support, safety and medical care, if applicable. It is important to us that you feel supported, safe and protected at WPU.
There are also several resources available on and off campus for submitting a report or complaint of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. Below, you will find various resources for submitting a report or complaint as well as a link to submit a report or complaint directly through the website.
- Non-Confidential Emergency Resources
- WPU Office of Public Safety: 919.833.2277
- Raleigh Police Department: 919.996.3335
- Non-Confidential On-Campus Resources
- WPU Office of Public Safety: 919.833.2277
- Bobbie Cole, Deputy Title IX Coordinator: 919.508.2014
- Kathy Lambert, Title IX Coordinator: 919.508.2028
- Ryan Webb, Student Conduct Administrator: 919.508.2112
- Residence Hall Staff (Area Coordinators & Resident Assistants)
- Confidential On-Campus Resources
- University Counselors: 919.508.2163
- Chaplain: 919.508.2049
- Confidential Off-Campus Resources
- InterAct, 24-Hour Crisis Line: 919.828.3005
- Domestic Violence: 919.828.7740 | 1.866.291.0855 toll-free
- Sexual Assault: 919.828.3005 | 1.866.291.0853 toll-free
- Solace Center: 919.828.3067 | 1.866.291.0854 toll-free
- Campus Conduct Hotline: 1.866.943.5787
- CCH provides an avenue to report activity or behavior you may observe or experience on campus that is harmful, unethical, questionable, or causes you or someone else personal injury 24/7
- NC Statewide Automated Victim Assistance: 1.877.627.2826
- InterAct, 24-Hour Crisis Line: 919.828.3005
Meet the Title IX Coordinators
William Peace Title IX Coordinator
Kathy Lambert
Associate Vice President for Human Resources/CHRO
Phone: 919.508.2028
Email: kplambert@peace.edu
William Peace Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Bobbie Cole
Director of Residence Life and Housing
Phone: 919.508.2078
Email: BDCole@peace.edu
A Letter from Our President
Dear Students & Prospective Students:
I am writing about an important matter and hope you will review this carefully.
We each play a critical role in preventing and responding to harassment and violence, including but not limited to sexual harassment and violence. The faculty and staff of William Peace University are committed to building and preserving a community in which everyone can work and study together, free from all forms of exploitation, intimidation, discrimination, harassment, and violence.
The University does not tolerate any form of sexual discrimination; such behavior is prohibited by law and by William Peace University. We believe that education is the most effective way to create a healthy, respectful learning environment, and that is why we are offering you this important and valuable interactive training program.
I encourage you to view, as well as download, the Title IX document on this page. Thank you for taking the time to become informed about these important issues.
Brian C. Ralph, Ph.D.
President, William Peace University
Dr. Ralph meets and greets with students on his first day in office in 2015