Which party could be involved in an investigation as a designee?

• A. The student who made the report
• B. A third party such as an attorney
• C. The parent of the victim
• D. The school board president

Answer: (B)

In Title IX investigations, a designee is a trusted third party who can accompany a party to provide guidance and representation, often an attorney. This allows the party to navigate the process, ask questions through the designee, and review materials while the investigation proceeds. The designee is there to support the party’s rights and understanding of procedures, not to be a separate participant with a direct stake in the outcome.

The student who made the report is a party to the investigation, not a designee. The parent of the victim might provide support, but the formal role of a designee is typically filled by a third party such as an attorney. The school board president is not involved as a designee in the investigation.