N-3-4 Advisor of Choice

Revised: 12/19/2025

Title IX allows all complainants and respondents to have an advisor present during the investigation, hearings, and appeals processes. Parties can opt for their own advisor or request that the College appoint an advisor.

The role of the advisor is to advise parties on the process, help parties track information, advise parties on their rights, and if a COCC advisor, refer parties to on- and off-campus supports. In all cases, the advisor should not have information that may inform the investigation. The advisor is not permitted to speak during the meetings associated with this process, with the exception that they are the only party allowed to pose questions to the hearings officer during a hearing.