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Office of Compliance and Civil Rights (Title IX and DHR)

Campus Threat Assessment Team (TAT)/Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT)

Ensuring a Safe and Secure Campus Community

Welcome to the Threat Assessment Team (TAT)/ Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT), a multidisciplinary team committed to identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential threats to campus safety. The TAT plays a crucial role in ensuring a proactive, structured, and collaborative approach to addressing behaviors that may pose a risk of harm to individuals or the campus community.

 

The Threat Assessment Team (TAT)/Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) is responsible for:

  • Identifying potential threats that could impact campus safety.
  • Assessing risks related to individuals displaying concerning behaviors.
  • Mitigating threats by implementing intervention strategies and security measures.
  • Reviewing emergency removals, emergency leaves, and suspensions to ensure fair and lawful processes.
  • Coordinating with key stakeholders to ensure a unified response.

Our team takes a preventative and proactive approach to campus safety while ensuring supportive and fair processes for all involved.

If you observe behaviors that are escalating, concerning, or potentially harmful, you are encouraged to report concerns to the BIT/ TAT. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Threats of violence or harm to others.
  • Significant changes in behavior that indicate potential danger.
  • Possession or threats involving weapons.
  • Acts of intimidation, harassment, or aggression.
  • Any behavior that raises concerns for safety.

Where to Report Concerning or Threatening Behavior
To ensure the safety and well-being of our campus community, please refer to the following guidance when reporting behaviors of concern:

  1. Immediate Threats to Safety
    → Contact University Police Department (PD)
    For emergencies or situations involving imminent danger, call 559.278.8400 or 911 from a campus phone.

  2. Other Concerning Behaviors

    Employment Matters (Staff)
    → Contact Human Resources at 559.278.2032 

    Faculty-Related Issues
    → Contact Faculty Affairs at 559.278.3027

    Student Conduct Concerns
    → Contact the Student Conduct Office at 559.278.8740

    Behavioral Concerns Involving a Protected Class
    (e.g., race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, etc.)
    → Contact the Office of Civil Rights and Compliance (OCCR) at 559.278.5003

Not Sure Where to Start?
If you're unsure where to direct a concern, you may contact any of the offices listed above. Your report will be routed to the BIT/TAT for further triage and follow-up.

The BIT/TAT is a multidisciplinary team composed of experts from various departments across campus to ensure a well-rounded approach to threat assessment and intervention.

Chair: Chief Anthony Martinez – Campus Police

Team Members:

  • Title IX & DHR Office Representative – Anne Githae, Assistant Vice President of Compliance and Civil Rights
  • Student Affairs Representative – Tanis Matlock-Elder, Associate Dean of Students
  • Counseling Services Representative – Etisha Wilbon, Director of Counseling and Psychological Services 
  • Faculty Affairs Representative – James M. Schmidtke, Associate Vice President of Faculty Affairs
  • Housing & Residential Life Representative – Erin Boele, Director of Housing 
  • Campus Police Representative – Ruben Madrigal, Lieutenant 
  • Human Resources (HR) Representative – Scott Fetterhoff, Interim Associate Vice President for Human Resources 
  • Disability Services Representative – Jennie Johnson, Director, Services for Students with Disabilities
  • Counsel – John Walsh, University Counsel 

Confidentiality and Reporting

The BIT/TAT handles reports with discretion and follows all applicable laws and policies regarding privacy and due process. While some information may need to be shared with appropriate departments, we are committed to protecting the rights and safety of all individuals involved.