Statement of Equal Opportunity

UCC promotes inclusion and equal opportunity in employment and education. In full accordance with the law, UCC prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws.

In addition, the College complies with applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (“USERRA”), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all local and state civil rights laws. Under this policy, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College’s programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of this policy and other College efforts designed for that purpose.

Pregnancy and Disability Accommodation

The College is also committed to complying fully with state and federal pregnancy and disability accommodation laws. Employees and interns with questions or needs regarding accommodations should contact the Director of Human Resources. Students with questions or needs regarding accommodations should contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator.

Contacts

Deputy Title IX Coordinator:

Jim Pittman, Vice President for Student Services – 541.440.7779, TTD 541.440.4612

College ADA Coordinator:

Jennifer Silva, Executive Director of Human Resources – 541.440.7690, TTD 541.440.4612

Accessibility Services Coordinator:

Dustin Cosby (students), Accessibility Services Coordinator and Veteran Advising, 541.440.7655, TTD 541.440.4612, located in the LaVerne Murphy Student Center