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Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination

The Office of Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination, in partnership with 富二代视频app鈥檚 outside counsel, provides legal guidance and representation to university administrators, faculty, staff, and student governance groups on matters involving federal and state laws, university policies, and institutional operations.

The Compliance Partner Network (CPN) brings together cross-departmental partners to foster a culture of ethical conduct, legal compliance, and institutional integrity. Working collaboratively across departments, the CPN helps ensure that University-wide policies and practices align with federal and state laws while upholding 富二代视频app鈥檚 mission and values.

If you need a policy reviewed, revised, amended, or decommissioned, please begin by clicking the 鈥Compliance Partner Network鈥 tab. 听If you require additional assistance, please contact the CPN at the contact information below:


Phone: (765) 658-1029
Email: cpn@depauw.edu

Need a Legal Inquiry Resolved?

To ensure efficient and coordinated handling of legal matters, all legal questions or concerns should initially be brought to the attention of your respective Vice President. The Vice President will evaluate whether the issue can be resolved at the divisional level or requires further legal input. If necessary, the Vice President will forward the inquiry to this office for review. The office will then collaborate directly with the Vice President to assess the issue, provide legal guidance, and determine the most effective course of action to resolve the matter.

Disclaimer: No Personal Legal Advice Provided

This website provides general legal and compliance information for educational purposes only.听The Office of Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination, as well as 富二代视频app鈥檚 outside counsel, will not provide personal legal services to students, faculty, staff, or members of the public. Individuals seeking legal advice for personal matters should consult a qualified attorney.

Our Standards

As a trusted legal partner to 富二代视频app University, the Office of Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination is committed to upholding the highest standards of legal excellence and ethical responsibility in support of the University鈥檚 mission, values, and strategic goals. We serve as strategic partners to the President, senior administrators, and university stakeholders, by helping navigate the legal landscape of higher education to support 富二代视频app鈥檚 academic, operational, and community goals.

The mission of the Office of Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination at 富二代视频app University is to provide timely, well-informed, and objective legal advice that enables sound, effective, and ethical decision-making across all levels of the University. We are dedicated to ensuring that all institutional actions, policies, and initiatives comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulatory requirements, and 富二代视频app鈥檚 internal policies and governance standards. Through proactive identification, assessment, and management of legal risks, we strive to safeguard and advance the University鈥檚 reputation, financial and human resources, and strategic priorities, while fostering a campus-wide culture of integrity, equity, accountability, and transparency in all University operations and relationships.

  • Integrity
    We conduct our work with honesty, fairness, and accountability, by ensuring legal compliance and ethical decision-making in alignment with 富二代视频app鈥檚 commitment to trust, integrity, and respect.

  • Excellence
    We pursue the highest standards in legal practice, regulatory compliance, policy development, and institutional governance, by reflecting the university鈥檚 dedication to excellence in all areas.

  • Collaboration
    We partner with university leadership, faculty, and staff across departments to proactively address legal and policy matters 鈥 promoting shared responsibility and advancing 富二代视频app鈥檚 mission and strategic goals.

  • Equity and 富二代视频app
    Through legal guidance and policy coordination, we support a campus culture that is inclusive, accessible, and equitable for all 鈥 in keeping with 富二代视频app鈥檚 commitment to diversity, inclusion, and student success.

  • Confidentiality and Transparency
    We protect sensitive information with the utmost confidentiality, while promoting transparency and ethical governance wherever possible 鈥 building institutional trust and informed engagement.

  • Responsiveness and Service
    We provide timely, practical legal advice and compliance support to help the university navigate complex regulatory environments and make sound, values-driven decisions.

To be a trusted and essential resource for 富二代视频app University enabling leadership to act with confidence, legal clarity, and accountability, while ensuring compliance and advancing institutional goals in service of the university鈥檚 long-term success.

Meet the Team

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Joyce Thompson-Mills

Director of Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination


(765) 658-1029
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Brelynn Thomas

Deputy Coordinator for Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance


(765) 658-4155

Compliance Partner Network

The Compliance Partner Network (CPN) brings together cross-departmental partners to foster a culture of ethical conduct, legal compliance, and institutional integrity. Working collaboratively across departments, the CPN helps ensure that University-wide policies and practices align with federal and state laws while upholding 富二代视频app鈥檚 mission and values.

If you need a policy reviewed, revised amended, or decommissioned, please visit the Compliance Partner Network page.听 If you require additional assistance, please contact the CPN at the contact information below:

Contact Us

Office of Legal Compliance and Policy Coordination

Monday through Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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