The attorneys observed “a firm and unwavering commitment” by the university that created “a viable and sustainable model for Title IX and Clery implementation,” according to the report. They have worked alongside university officials to assist in some of the implementation.

Maisto Smith and Gomez reviewed the various appointments and hires Baylor made since May 26, 2016, when regents removed Ken Starr as president and Art Briles as head football coach. Ian McCaw resigned as athletic director four days later.

Baylor made new hires in the Title IX office, counseling center and the police department, and the football program was overhauled. The university hired Mack Rhoades as athletic director, Matt Rhule as head football coach and Livingstone as president.

Since June 2016, representatives from a variety of university departments on task forces and implementation teams have enacted the recommendations. Bolstered Title IX and Clery policies and renewed commitment to training across the university were pivotal to the audit, according to the report.