Supportive Measures and Accommodations

Please contact the Equal Opportunity & Regulatory Compliance/Title IX Office for more information on supportive measures and accommodations.

What Is a Supportive Measure?

They are non-disciplinary, non-punitive, individualized services offered by the University as appropriate, as reasonably available, and without fee or charge, to either party, are available to the parties of a Title IX or Interpersonal Violence and Sexual Misconduct case with or without the filing of a formal complaint.

Members of the University community may receive supportive measures from the EORC/Title IX Office, Office of Confidential Advocacy, Support, and Education (CASE), or UMatter: Student Support & Advocacy, including but not limited to:

  • Academic accommodations (missed classes, exam changes, deadline extensions, etc.)
  • Housing accommodations (temporary safe housing or permanent room changes)
  • Safety accommodations (escorts on campus, no-contact letters)
  • Other individualized services offered by the University as appropriate and as reasonably available

Have Additional Questions About a Supportive Measure?

Equal Opportunity and Regulatory Compliance

The University of Mississippi’s Office of Equal Opportunity & Regulatory Compliance (EORC) is responsible for compliance with federal laws and regulations pertaining to the fair treatment of faculty, staff, and students, which includes the application of Title IX and Title VII, and upholds equal employment opportunity to ensure equal access to the University.