Title IX and Non-Discrimination Policies

View the college's policy on sex discrimination, sexual harassment and sexual misconduct.

View the college's Title IX policy and procedures. 

Statement of Non-Discrimination:

Recognition of and respect for the dignity of each human being are central to a healthy and welcoming learning environment. Discrimination, harassment, or any other conduct that diminishes the worth of a person is incompatible with our fundamental goal of having an open and transparent environment where students, staff, faculty, visitors and alumni feel welcome, safe, valued, connected and informed.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws banning discrimination in publicly funded institutions. NWACC does not discriminate on the basis of gender, age, race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, familial status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation, including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process. Sexual harassment, which includes acts of sexual violence, is a type of sex discrimination prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

• For more information or to report allegations of discrimination in employment, contact: Lisa Milam, Executive Director HR, Burns Hall Human Resources Suite, 479-619-2679 or email L3Milam@nwacc.edu.
• For more information or to report allegations of discrimination against a student, contact the Dean of Students, Center for Health Professions Room 225, (479) 619-4234 or email deanofstudents@nwacc.edu.
• For more information or to report allegations of discrimination or disability grievances regarding students under ADA/Section 504 contact: Erin Campbell, 479-936-5173 or ecampbell7@nwacc.edu.
• For sexual harassment/sex discrimination under Title IX, contact: Teresa A. Taylor, IX Coordinator, Center for Health Professions 3048, 479-619-4188 or ttaylor19@nwacc.edu, titleix@nwacc.edu.

Civil Rights Statement

The NorthWest Arkansas Community College is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We uphold all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in programs and activities. The College complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national origin in any of its programs or activities. Title VI prohibits discrimination in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance.

In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504) and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA), we ensure that individuals with disabilities and protected veterans have equal access to our programs and services. We are dedicated to compliance with applicable laws and providing reasonable accommodations to support the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The NorthWest Arkansas Community College is an equal opportunity institution. The College does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy or sexual orientation), or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

The College affirms its commitment to equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, returns from layoff, college-sponsored activities, and terminations.

Publication and Distribution

To comply with OCR requirements, these statements will be:

• Included in all bulletins, announcements, publications, catalogs, application forms, or other recruitment materials made available to participants, students, applicants, or employees.
• Published in a manner that is accessible to all, including online platforms and physical copies.

 

Noticia de la Póliza de No Discriminación:

El reconhecimento de y el respeto por la dignidad de cada ser humano son fundamentales para nuestra misión de aprendizaje para la vida. Discriminación, acoso o cualquier otra conducta que disminuya el valor de una persona es incompatible con el objetivo fundamental de servir y fortalecer a la comunidad.

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) observa toda ley y derecho civil federal y estatal que prohíbe la discriminación en toda institución financiada por el público. NWACC no discrimina en base a género, edad, raza, color, credo, religión, ascendencia, origen nacional o étnico, orientación sexual, identidad de genero, discapacidad, informacion genetica, estatus militar, condicion de veterano, condicion familiar o cualquier otra categoría protegida bajo la ley local, estatal o federal aplicable, ordenanza o reglamento, incluyendo protecciones para oponerse a la discriminación o para participar en cualquier proceso de queja. El acoso sexual, que incluye actos de violencia sexual, es un tipo de discriminación sexual prohibida bajo el título IX de las Enmiendas de Educación de 1972.

• Para más información o para hacer una denuncia de discriminación en el empleo, comuníquese con: Lisa Milam, Executive Director HR, Burns Hall, Human Resources Suite, 479-619-2679 o L3Milam@nwacc.edu
• Para más información o para hacer denuncia de discriminación con respecto a un/una ADA/504, comuníquese con: Erin Campbell, 479-936-5173 o ecampbell7@nwacc.edu.
• Para más información o para hacer una denuncia de discriminación con respecto el Titulo IX, comuníquese con: Teresa A. Taylor, IX Coordinator, Center for Health Professions 3048, 479-619-4188 o email: ttaylor19@nwacc.edu, titleix@nwacc.edu. 

Declaración de Derechos Civiles

NorthWest Arkansas Community College se compromete a brindar un entorno inclusivo y acogedor para todos los estudiantes, profesores, personal y visitantes. Respetamos todas las leyes federales y estatales de derechos civiles que prohíben la discriminación en programas y actividades. El Colegio cumple con el Título VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964 y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color o origen nacional en ninguno de sus programas o actividades. El Título VI prohíbe la discriminación en programas y actividades que reciben asistencia financiera federal. De conformidad con la Ley de Rehabilitación de 1973 (Sección 504) y la Ley de Asistencia para la Readaptación de Veteranos de la Era de Vietnam (VEVRAA), garantizamos que las personas con discapacidad y los veteranos protegidos tengan igualdad de acceso a nuestros programas y servicios. Nos comprometemos a cumplir con las leyes aplicables y a proporcionar adaptaciones razonables para satisfacer las necesidades de las personas con discapacidad.

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades

NorthWest Arkansas Community College es una institución que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades. El Colegio no discrimina en sus programas ni actividades educativas (incluyendo admisión y empleo) por motivos de edad, raza, color, nacionalidad, discapacidad, religión, estado civil o parental, condición de veterano protegido, servicio militar, información genética, sexo (incluyendo embarazo u orientación sexual), ni ninguna otra característica protegida por la legislación federal o estatal aplicable.

El Colegio afirma su compromiso con la igualdad de oportunidades en todos los aspectos del empleo, incluyendo, entre otros, el reclutamiento, la contratación, la capacitación, los ascensos, la compensación, los beneficios, los traslados, los despidos, las reincorporaciones, las actividades patrocinadas por el Colegio y los despidos.

Publicación y Distribución

Para cumplir con los requisitos de la OCR, estas declaraciones:

• Se incluirán en todos los boletines, anuncios, publicaciones, catálogos, formularios de solicitud u otros materiales de reclutamiento disponibles para participantes, estudiantes, solicitantes o empleados.
• Se publicarán de forma accesible para todos, incluyendo plataformas en línea y copias físicas.

Statement of Non-Retaliation:

Retaliation against any person, who in good faith, exercises his/her rights or responsibilities to file a complaint of discrimination, participates in an investigation, or opposes a discriminatory employment or educational practices or policies, under any provision of federal or state law, including Title IX, Title VII, and the VAWA or this policy, is strictly prohibited by NWACC policy, and federal and state law.

Retaliation against a reporting party, alleged victim (if different from the Reporting Party), responding party, any witness and/or any member of the college Title IX team, process and conduct review board or assigned investigator, is, in itself, a violation of college policy and the law, and is a serious separate offense.

Retaliation includes intimidating, threatening, coercing, and/or in any way discriminating against any person or group for exercising rights under these procedures. Retaliation may be present even where there is a finding of “Not Responsible” on the alleged violation of policy.

The Office of Community Standards and/or Dean of Students Office, and/or the Office of Human Resources may address reports of retaliation informally through consultation or educational conversation, or remand the case to the conduct review board for resolution. A person who believes retaliation has occurred should notify the Title IX Coordinator and/or Title IX Deputy by emailing titleix@nwacc.edu as soon as possible.

 

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