Carleton College is committed to maintaining high standards of respect and civility. This commitment extends to creating and maintaining a learning, living, and working environment free from all forms of sexual misconduct as defined by Carleton College’s Policies against Sexual Misconduct. The Lead Team coordinates the College’s sexual misconduct prevention, training, response, and compliance with Title IX.

Title IX Lead Team |

Title IX Lead Team

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Blake Held
Director of Security and Emergency Management
Office: Hoppin House 101
Phone: 507 222 4409
Email: bheld@carleton.edu
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Heidi Jaynes Bio
Chair of Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation
Professor in Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation & Athletic Director
Professor of Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation, & Athletic Director
Off Campus: Fall 2026
Office: Recreation Center 229
Phone: 507 222 4447
Email: hjaynes@carleton.edu
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Marit Lysne
Director of Student Health and Counseling
Office: Class of 1974 Center 226
Phone: 507 222 4080
Email: mlysne@carleton.edu
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Laura Riehle-Merrill
Title IX Contractor
Email: lriehlem@carleton.edu
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Gerald Young Bio
Professor of Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation, Athletic Director & Title IX Deputy/Athletics
Off Campus: Fall 2024, Winter 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2026
Office: West Gymnasium 207B
Phone: 507 222 4052
Email: gyoung@carleton.edu