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The Law & Education
by Institutional Compliance Solutions/Courtney Bullard - Title IX Attorney
The Law & Education podcast discusses the many legal issues that affect colleges and universities and intersect with Title IX. Host Courtney Bullard interviews subject matter experts, thought leaders and advocates to provide a diverse perspective on these legal issues and Title IX compliance. Courtney also provides informational podcasts to address new changes in the law.
Episodes
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Episode 85: The Cornell Case: Title IX Hearings, Criminal Investigations, and the University's Role with Celeste Bradley
The national attention surrounding the Cornell case has brought renewed scrutiny to how universities handle sexual assault allegations, while also exposing widespread confusion about the Title IX process and how it differs from criminal proceedings. In this episode, we welcome ICS Chief Solutions...
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Episode 84: Back to School: The Compliance Issues We're Watching This Academic Year
What happens when major changes in education law take effect through emergency orders before the courts have reached a final decision? For compliance professionals, staying informed about these developments will be critical throughout the year. In this episode, host Courtney Bullard takes a…
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Episode 83: Summer Compliance Checklist: What Schools Should Be Doing Right Now with Erica D'Agostino
Are you ready for the next school year, or will compliance catch you off guard? In this episode of The Law and Education Podcast, Courtney Bullard is joined by Erica D'Agostino, Senior Title IX and Equity Specialist and team lead at Institutional Compliance Solutions (ICS). Erica's diverse...
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Episode 82: Inside the Role of a K-12 Title IX Coordinator
Title IX coordination requires a different approach in K-12 and higher education settings, and understanding those distinctions is essential for effective compliance and student support. During this episode, we are joined by Amy Buck, a Senior Title IX and Equity Specialist at ICS. Together, we...
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Episode 81: Lessons from the ICS Retreat: A Better Rhythm for Compliance Teams
Compliance work is uniquely heavy by nature, and burnout is inevitable without sustainable practices. Every compliance team can have balance by creating a better rhythm. In this episode of The Law and Education Podcast, we are discussing some lessons we learned from the recent ICS retreat. Tuning...
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Episode 80: Welcome to 2026 - Is Your Compliance House in Order?
The year 2025 was a reset, not a pause. There are some narratives floating around that 2025 was a slowdown year for civil rights enforcement, but that narrative is wrong. What 2025 actually showed is that enforcement didn't retreat; it restructured. During this episode, we explore the priorities...
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Episode 79: Empowering K–12 Communities: Ending the Year with ICS's New Student Bystander Training
This year has been unlike any other in the compliance world. Across every school district and institution that we support, we have seen the same pattern emerge: expectations rising and responsibilities expanding, and the compliance landscape shifting faster than ever before under this new...
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Episode 78: Inside OCR: A Conversation with Beth Gellman-Beer
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is a critical part of the US Department of Education, and today on the Law and Education Podcast, we are discussing the ins and outs of the OCR. We are joined by a partner at Evergreen Education Solutions and former regional director at the US Department of...
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Episode 77: AI in Title IX: Opportunity, Risk, and the New Reality
Artificial intelligence is transforming education, and compliance is no exception. In this episode, we discuss how AI is influencing Title IX and Title VI work, from investigations and training to how students search for information about their rights. We begin with a look behind the scenes at…
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Episode 76: Inside Federal Enforcement: Title IX, Title VI and Today's Legal Landscape from Former DOJ Leaders
The Department of Justice is more active than ever before. At the launch of the new academic school year, we are joined by two formidable legal minds from Salvatore Prescott Porter & Porter. Whitney Pellegrino is a seasoned architect of educational civil rights enforcement and strategic counsel…
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Episode 75: Navigating Title IX in the Community College Landscape
Charlotte McLendon is passionate about supporting community colleges in their Title IX compliance efforts. She joins us today to discuss the Title IX work being done at the Alabama Community College System (ACCS). We unpack the work of ACCS, what Charlotte's role as Student Success Compliance...
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Episode 74: Summer Prep for Title IX: Legal Updates & the ICS Worksheet
It is hard to believe that we're already zooming into summer! It's been a wild few months, and this is an informational episode to recap some of what has happened. We start by giving you a peek behind the scenes at ICS, from training planned to a newly launched LinkedIn newsletter. Next, we touch...
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Episode 73: ICS Updates and the First 70+ Days
A lot of ground is covered during this informational episode of The Law and Education Podcast to bring listeners up to speed with the changes to Title IX, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI), and federal funding under the current administration. It is also Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and our...
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Episode 72: The Initial Days under the Trump Administration: Presidential Directives, Agency Policies, and Legal Challenges with Steven Richard
Impulsive action is oftentimes the wrong action. This episode is a reminder to remain calm amidst the uncertainty many schools are facing under the new administration. Joining us is Steven Richard, a Trial and Appellate Attorney, admitted in Federal and State Courts in Rhode Island, Connecticut,...
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Episode 71: New Law! Stop Campus Hazing Act Requirements with Lindsay Hatzis
In late 2024, the Stop Campus Hazing Act was signed into law, amending the Clery Act – a consumer protection law designed to enhance transparency around campus crime policies and statistics. Beginning in 2025, institutions receiving federal student aid must comply with these new requirements. But...
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Episode 70: The First 30 Days: Stay Updated Without the Overload
The transition to the new administration this past month has brought a host of rapid changes in education-related law and compliance. A lot of developments have happened that may impact the Title IX and equity space. It's more important than ever before to stay informed but not overwhelmed, and...
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Episode 69: Title IX Coordinators as Leaders: Shelli Warren on What it Takes to Be Great
If you're getting paid to ensure the outcomes of a group of people, you're now a leader. At ICS, we are often training Title IX coordinators on the fact that they are leaders of a Title IX Team. Shelli Warren is a Women's Team and Leadership Advisor providing high-touch team and leadership…
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Episode 68: Celeste Bradley Discusses ICS Services and Title VI
Many institutions are well acquainted with Title IX compliance but are less informed about adhering to other civil rights laws, like Title VI. Today, we are talking with Celeste Bradley, Chief Services Officer at Institutional Compliance Solutions (ICS), about the complexities of Title VI...
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Episode 67: Restorative Justice, ADR, and Title IX with Dr. Kaaren Williamsen
Leadership is at the heart of every Title IX coordinator's role, making it essential to have a clear vision. This episode, the first in a series on leadership, revisits a past conversation with Dr. Kaaren Williamsen, Director of the Prevention Education, Assistance & Resources (PEAR) unit within...
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Episode 66: Major Update: 2024 Title IX Regulations Vacated
As always, things are constantly changing in the Title IX world. We already have an update with respect to the 2024 Title IX regulations. Join us as we uncover the details of this regulation and the significant implications it will have this year. You'll also receive some important advice on how…
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Episode 65: 2025 Is Here: Reflections, Announcements, and What's Next for ICS!
We are off to the races with The Law and Education Podcast for 2025 – we hope you are well-rested, rejuvenated, and ready to tackle everything this year throws at you! Today is all about reflecting on where we've been, making some major announcements, and outlining our path forward for 2025. We...
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Episode 64: Preparing for Post-Election Shifts in Title IX
Join Courtney Bullard for a quick informational episode about what to expect post-election in the Title IX space. We take a look at what we know about President-Elect Trump and his plans for Title IX, a reminder to register for Title IX training sessions, details on the upcoming complimentary...
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Episode 63: A View from the Ground with ICS Specialist Brittany Gates
Is community the greatest asset to a Title IX Coordinator? Today's guest began as a client and Community Partner before joining the team here at ICS. Brittany Gates is a mental health expert who serves as a Title IX and Equity Specialist at Institutional Compliance Solutions, LLC, and we begin...
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Episode 62: Title IX and Athletics: Equipping & Empowering Coaches, Parents, and Athletes with Heath Eslinger
Today on The Law and Education Podcast, we step away from the chaos and confusion surrounding the Title IX litigation landscape and the August 1st implementation deadline to bring you an important conversation. Join host Betsy Smith, Director of Title IX Services at ICS, and Heath Eslinger,...
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Episode 61: Title IX Litigation Update – My Crystal Ball is Broken…
Unfortunately, my predictions about the Title IX regulation outcomes in Texas were completely wrong! Today on The Law and Education Podcast, we are bringing you another Title IX update and sharing the strange changes that have happened. Tuning in, you'll hear about what happened in Texas, learn...
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Episode 60: Title IX Litigation – Pause
In the last episode of The Law and Higher Education Podcast, listeners were encouraged to take a vacation in light of the Title IX chaos and today, we are discussing why Title IX professionals should 'pause' while awaiting final outcomes. Tuning in, you'll hear what happened over the summer at…
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Episode 59: The New Title IX Regulations are Here... the Advice You Wouldn't Expect
On April 19th, the new Title IX Regulations were released by the Department of Education with an implementation deadline of August 1st. There is a lot of information in circulation which can be overwhelmingly stressful for those with boots on the ground. Tune in to this episode for advice on how…
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Episode 58: Year End Reflection and Important Title IX Updates
In the last episode of 2023, we share a few ICS developments and updates, followed by some legal developments and updates in the Title IX world. Tuning in, you'll hear key takeaways from the recent ICS retreat, reflections from changes that occurred in 2023, and updates to expect as we look ahead...
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Episode 57: Where Are the Title IX Regs?
It's October 2023 and the long-awaited Title IX regulations remain a topic of anticipation and speculation. Back in May of 2023, the Department of Education and Office for Civil Rights projected that we'd see these new regulations this month. However, it seems highly unlikely that this timeline...
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Episode 56: K12 Title IX Compliance - A View from the Ground
Betsy Smith, Director of Title IX Services at ICS, takes the role as host this episode and interviews Jared Smith - former K12 administrator, ICS Client Relationship Specialist and her husband. Tuning in, you'll hear about Jared's experience in education leading up to his current role, and how he...
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Episode 55: Title IX Considerations With Faith-Based Schools
Title IX prohibits sex-based discrimination in any educational institution and can be quite a tricky topic in faith-based schools. Today's episode shares a recent webinar on this topic. In this webinar Brittany Gates, Title IX and Equity Specialist at ICS, shares her experience as a Title IX...
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Episode 54: There is Work to Be Done in the Waiting: Your Summer Title IX Checklist
As you are probably aware, the Department of Education has decided to delay the release of the amended Title IX regulations, originally planned for May, to October 2023. In this episode, we highlight some important things we need to be aware of in light of this news. We discuss the implications…
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Episode 53: Emergency Removals and Admin Leave under Title IX
We are still under the 2020 Title IX regulations, so it's essential to get in compliance with them! During today's conversation, your host, Courtney Bullard, unpacks the topic of emergency removals and administrative leave, and the surrounding procedures and regulations. Tune in to hear what...
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Episode 52: CHIPS with Andrea Stagg and Joe Storch
Today's topic gets really interesting when it impacts Title IX. Joining us today to explain the CHIPS Act of 2022 and how it might impact you are Joe Storch and Andrea Stagg with Grand River Solutions. During today's discussion, our guests distill the role and implications of the Act, and what it...
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Episode 51: The Importance of Visibility of the Title IX Coordinator with Betsy Smith
Today on The Law and Education Podcast, we sit down with the Director of Title IX Services at ICS, Betsy Smith to talk about why visibility for the Title IX Coordinator is so essential. Betsy brings a unique skill set to the ICS team, having served as an assistant district attorney and student...
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Episode 50: Welcome to 2023 with Courtney Bullard: Behind the Scenes on the Business of ICS
Before starting a new year, it's always good to "measure backward" and reflect on the accomplishments, challenges, and growth of the past year. Today's episode is something a bit different as we peel back the curtain and show you what goes on behind the scenes at ICS! In this episode, Courtney...
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Episode 49: 2022 NPRM Top 10 things
Has Title IX compliance got you stressed? Are you confused about the new proposed regulations? Well, this episode is for you! It is hard to believe that July is almost over and with it comes a new set of proposed Title IX regulations. The academic year is in full swing, which means new students…
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Episode 48: Title IX Religious Exemptions
Welcome back to the Law and Education Podcast! Today's episode is an informational conversation on the topic of religious exemptions. Over 60% of our clients and community partners are faith-based institutions, so we have been fielding an increasingly high number of questions in the changing...
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Episode 47: Title IX litigation update with Steven Richard
In today's episode, Courtney talks Title IX litigation with Steven Richard, a highly experienced trial and appellate lawyer who handles commercial, higher education, privacy, and employment cases on federal and state court levels. We find out about Steven's educational and professional…
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Episode 46: Parallel Criminal and Title IX Processes with Betsy Smith
Navigating the Title IX process as a school or institution can be incredibly challenging, especially when there is a simultaneous, or parallel criminal process taking place. Here to help us unpack this challenging topic is Betsy Smith, a Senior Investigator and Consultant at Institutional...
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Episode 45: Celebrating Women
Given that we're celebrating Women's History Month and International Women's Day this week, today's installment is something a little different from our typical episode format. Today, we're celebrating the incredible team here at ICS who make the work we do, possible! Plus you'll hear some...
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Episode 44: BIT.... with Brian Van Brunt
Thank you for tuning in to another episode of the Law and Higher Education Podcast! In today's conversation, we speak with Brian van Brunt, who is widely known as an expert in behavioral intervention, threat assessment, mental illness, and more. In other words, he is the OG in behavioral...
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Episode 41: Restorative Justice, ADR and Title IX work with Dr. Kaaren Williamsen
The investigative process, while crucial, has a limited scope in providing sexual assault survivors with what they need. Today's conversation takes a look into restorative justice and navigating how we can attend to the harmed person and community so that healing is the primary goal. Today's…
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Episode 40: Federal Law in Educational Institutions with Celeste Bradley
From small firms to large ones, labor and employment issues to college campus law infringements, today's guest has done it all! We're so lucky to now have her as part of the ICS team, where she is getting a chance to live out her lifelong dream of working in the education sphere. In today's...
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Episode 39: The Relaunch Episode - Updates on ICS and Title IX
As we enter into a new year and a fresh start for the podcast after some time off, we wanted to use this opportunity to update you on what we have been up to, look back on the Title IX space in the last two years, and illuminate what is to come in the near future. 2020 was a particularly wild…
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Episode 38: Dr. Laura McGuire on consent, trauma-informed practices and restorative justice
In this episode Courtney talks with Dr. Laura McGuire, sexologist, trauma-informed specialist, consent educator, and inclusion consultant. They talk about a controversial topic head-on – trauma-informed practices in Title IX cases – starting with the basics of what being trauma-informed means and...
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Episode 37: Kick off to 2021: What's Next in Title IX
What is next in Title IX? Will the regulations go away? The short answer is no, not immediately, as you heard from previous guests in 2020. It is a long process to undo a regulation, and that will likely take a few years, but we do anticipate movement with respect to guidance issued by the...
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Episode 36: Impact of the Election on Title IX with Joe Storch, Jody Shipper, and Scott Schneider
There is no doubt that politics affects education. With a new administration likely to take office in January, what are the changes we can expect to see in Title IX space under Joe Biden's presidency? In this episode, Jody Shipper, Title IX consultant and Managing Director at Grand River…
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Episode 35: Department of Education Announcement Rescinding Clery Guidance with John Graff — Special Episode Part 2
This is the second part of our series with John Graff, taken from his Higher Ground Podcast, where he discusses the U.S. Department of Education's new Clery Act compliance guidance. In part one we heard about the context for the announcement — the developments leading up to the Department's…
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Episode 34: Department of Education Announcement Rescinding Clery Guidance with John Graff — Special Episode Part 1
Today we are doing something a little special and different! This episode is taken from our friends at the Higher Ground Podcast and features John Graff looking at the recent rescinding of the Clery Handbook by the Department of Education and the array of implications of this motion. John goes…
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The Law & Education podcast discusses the many legal issues that affect colleges and universities and intersect with Title IX. Host Courtney Bullard interviews subject matter experts, thought leaders and advocates to provide a diverse perspective on these legal issues and Title IX compliance. Courtney also provides informational podcasts to address new changes in the law.
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