NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
It is the policy of this University not to discriminate against any applicant for admission or employment, or against any employee, or in any educational program, on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, handicap, sex, or sexual orientation. This University affirms its strong support and deep commitment to the continued development and maintenance of an academic community in which the individual dignity and potential of each of its members are given full respect, recognition and encouragement. Our goal is an institution in which all may study, live and work securely and productively in an atmosphere characterized by civility and openness to the pursuit of academic excellence in the finest tradition of academia. This University is opposed to and condemns racism. Acts of harassment, intimidation, or invasion of privacy which interfere with the rights of an individual or group to participate in the activities of the academic community shall be considered to be a violation ofthis policy and may be dealt with appropriately under applicable university codes and as regulated by statute.
We recognize the affirmative obligation of the University to foster a diverse and integrated learning environment. To this end, the University has a responsibility to vigorously pursue efforts to attract enough minorities, women and members of other historically disadvantaged groups as students, faculty members and staff to alleviate isolation and to ensure real integration and diversity in academic life. We also recognize our obligation to create and nurture community-wide appreciation of cultural diversity and will dedicate sufficient resources to meet this commitment on an on-going basis.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies of the University:
