Faculty at Texas A&M hold positions of power over their peers and students, so you would think the university would want to know any information about prospective instructors and how they treat their peers and subordinates. However, while Title IX compels universities to investigate sexual harassment claims, they are not required to disclose findings to future employers â or to seek them out. While some universities may be aware of a candidateâs misconduct, many have no idea prospective employees have been accused of any wrongdoing.
A significant problem is that universities donât communicate with one another about professors accused of misconduct. Schools looking to hire a new faculty member often donât ask former employers about any Title IX investigations for sexual harassment.