Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policies

2016-17 General Catalog

Student-Related Matters

The University of California, in accordance with applicable federal and state law and university policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy1, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services.2 The University also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in University programs and activities. Inquiries regarding the University’s student-related nondiscrimination policies may be directed to Conduct and Community Standards, (831) 459-1738, or e-mail conduct@ucsc.edu.

Inquiries regarding the University's affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and nondiscrimination policies as they relate to student employment may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, (831) 459-3676 or e-mail cbene@ucsc.edu. Student harassment and discrimination complaints should be directed to the Harassment and Discrimination Prevention and Investigation Unit, (831) 459-2462.

Inquiries regarding the UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment and the UC Santa Cruz Procedures for Reporting and Responding to Reports of Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment and/or any other violations of Title IX may be directed to Title IX Officer Tracey Tsugawa, (831) 459-2462, or e-mail ttsugawa@ucsc.edu.

Student inquiries regarding disability or disability accommodations may be addressed to the Director, Disability Resource Center, (831) 459-2089; or e-mail drc@ucsc.edu.

Students with disabilities who are unable to resolve accommodation or discrimination concerns may contact the campus ADA Compliance Officer by phone, (831) 459-4380, or e-mail ashish@ucsc.edu.

Employment-Related Matters

The University of California prohibits discrimination against or harassment of any person employed by or seeking employment with the University on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy¹, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, status as a protected veteran or service in the uniformed services².

University policy prohibits retaliation against any employee or person seeking employment for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment. University policy also prohibits retaliation against a person who assists someone with a complaint of discrimination or harassment, or participates in any manner in an investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment. Retaliation includes threats, intimidation, reprisals, and/or adverse actions related to employment.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable state and federal laws.
Inquiries regarding the university's affirmative action, equal employment opportunity, and nondiscrimination policies for academic, staff and student employment may be directed to the Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, (831) 459-3676, or e-mail cbene@ucsc.edu. Employee harassment and discrimination complaints should be directed to the Harassment and Discrimination Prevention and Investigation Unit, (831) 459-2462.

NOTES:

1 Pregnancy includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth.

2 Service in the uniformed services includes membership, application for membership, performance of service, application for service, or obligation for service in the uniformed services.

Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence/Title IX

The university cherishes the free and open exchange of ideas and expansion of knowledge. To maintain this freedom and openness requires objectivity, mutual trust, and confidence; it requires the absence of coercion, intimidation, or exploitation. The principal responsibility for maintaining these conditions must rest upon those members of the university community who exercise the greatest authority and leadership: faculty, managers, and supervisors.

The university has therefore instituted a number of measures designed to protect its community from sexual harassment and sexual violence. Students, faculty, and staff who want information, advice, to file a complaint, and/or copies of the UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment, and UC Santa Cruz Procedures for Reporting and Responding to Reports of Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment should contact Tracey Tsugawa, Title IX Officer, 105 Kerr Hall, (831) 459-2462 or via e-mail at ttsugawa@ucsc.edu. For detailed information about the services of the Title IX Office, visit their websites at titleix.ucsc.edu/ and safe.ucsc.edu. The Title IX Office staff is part of the Harassment and Discrimination Prevention and Investigation Unit (HDPIU), and is also available to investigate complaints of other forms of harassment and discrimination covered under UC and UC Santa Cruz policies.

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Revised: 09/01/16