Pacific Facts: Jane Doe vs. University of the Pacific

University of the Pacific faces a lawsuit in United States District Court in Sacramento, "Jane Doe vs. University of the Pacific," case # 2:09-CV-00764-FCD-KJM. The lawsuit, filed March 18, 2009, contains many inaccuracies. The University's response was filed May 26, 2009, and fully responds to every allegation in the lawsuit.

On March 20, the University issued a public statement addressing many of the inaccuracies in the lawsuit. It is re-posted here. The original lawsuit and the University's response are also posted here, along with links to the many resources and programs the University offers to prevent and deal with sexual assault.

For more information on the case:

• University Statement (originally issued March 20, 2009)
• Message to the University from President Eibeck (Sept. 1, 2009)
• Statement from President DeRosa (June 23, 2009)
• Jane Doe Complaint (March 18, 2009)
• University Answer (May 26, 2009)
• Letter from President DeRosa (June 18, 2009)
• Letter from Vice President Elizabeth Griego (June 18, 2009)
• May 2008 Clery Act Notice (May 14, 2008)
• April 2008 Clery Act Notice (April 7, 2008)
• Original Local News Story on the Reported Assault (July 17, 2008)
• Letter to the Editor from Richard Rojo to Clarify a Comment that was Taken out of Context (Written June 2, 2009, published June 4, 2009)

For more information on sexual assault prevention and resources at Pacific:

• Sexual Assault Policy
• Sexual Assault Prevention and Alcohol Education Programs
• "Tiger Lore" Student Handbook (includes Student Code of Conduct and Judicial Review procedures)
• How to Report a Sexual Assault
• Public Safety
• Victim's Advocacy Program