NMSU Agrees to $1M Settlement in Sexual Assault Case

NMSU Agrees to $1M Settlement in Sexual Assault Case

Introduction

New Mexico State University has reached a $1 million settlement with a student who alleged she was sexually assaulted in 2022. The settlement means the lawsuit will not proceed to trial, following approval by the NMSU Board of Regents.

Allegations Against the University

The lawsuit claimed the university failed to prevent the assault, allowed the accused student to continue attending classes, and delayed initiating an investigation into the incident.

Settlement Terms and Safety Measures

As part of the agreement signed in July, NMSU committed to mandatory on-campus training for all students. This training will focus on sexual consent, prevention strategies, and reporting procedures for sexual assault.

Criminal Case Outcome

The accused student faced three counts of criminal sexual penetration. However, a jury acquitted him, delivering a not guilty verdict.