The purpose of this qualitative case study was to examine student perceptions about Title IX prevention and protection programs designed to prevent and protect students from on-campus sexual assault, sexual violence, and rape. The problem addressed students' lack of knowledge about Title IX programs and their vulnerability to sexual assaults, sexual violence, and rape due to their unfamiliarity with Title IX programs. The dilemma is framed by several theoretical frameworks. The first is Critical Social Science Theory. It critiques basic social structure and implies that understanding how one is oppressed enables the victim to change the oppressive forces. The second is Feminist Theory. It challenges the prevailing gender assumptions of society, creating more liberating ways for men and women to exist with equity and equality. The final theoretical framework, Patriarchy Theory, places value on the experiences and interest of men, while devaluing the interest, values, and experiences of women. Three research questions guided this study. Results from research question one identified students lacked clarity about Title IX prevention programs, did not know who their Title IX Coordinator was, did not feel empowered to intervene if they witnessed an ongoing sexual assault, and students thought safety programs were Title IX programs. Results from research question two illustrated concerns about not feeling protected on-campus from sexual assaults such as inadequate campus lighting at night, particularly in the parking garages, and inoperable Emergency Towers. Students felt that campus leadership also lacked knowledge of Title IX programs. Research question three results revealed that female students felt too vulnerable to report a sexual assault to administrators. Students expressed strong mistrust of their campus leadership. The study's results contribute to the field of education in both research and practice by identifying the communication gaps between students and administrators that prevent more impactful on-campus Title IX programs. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2222/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]