Harassment and Sexual Assault are both offenses and crimes that can be classified as domestic violence as well. The responses within a university to allegations of domestic violence are different from investigations by sworn law enforcement. There is an obligation to investigate and charge by law enforcement when certain incidents of domestic violence require a mandatory arrest or there is the discretionary ability to charge an actor. With higher education, there is no mandatory obligation to notify law enforcement of incidents that occur and therefore actors may never be charged or held accountable. This action-research study assessed the impact of partnerships between law enforcement and higher education in response to domestic violence on campus and also elaborated on the benefits of law enforcement and a university campus. The findings of this research study can assist higher education institutions on how to proactively educate students and faculty regarding domestic violence incidents on campus and during a student's collegiate career while allowing multiple resources to be afforded to victims. The purpose of this study was to analyze the response by local law enforcement agencies and higher education institutions to campus domestic violence while exploring possible impacts that enhanced partnerships will have on community resiliency. There is a need for Higher Education Professionals and Law Enforcement Officers to understand each other's' roles when responding to domestic violence incidents on campus. Building this partnership can be accomplished through designated liaison assignments, relationship-building, and professional development. The results of this study revealed the lack of knowledge within law enforcement with understanding Title IX, the Clery Act, and the role of Higher Education Professionals when investigating alleged acts of domestic violence. Equally, Higher Education Professionals are unaware of the mandatory investigating and arresting requirements incumbent upon law enforcement in the same domestic violence situations. Both entities would benefit from basic knowledge and understanding of the others' roles when responding to these incidents. The student body also would feel more comfortable seeking out additional resources via law enforcement if they interacted with them before needing help. A vital follow-up of research to gauge student and higher education professionals' attitudes on the benefits of collaborative relationships with law enforcement is necessary. [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.]