POLICY MATTERS: Providing a harassment and discrimination-free environment is the law

The United States Department of Education (DOE) published a letter May 26, 2021 expressing concern about increased harassment and violence against Asian American and Pacific Islander individuals. In the letter, the DOE reminded institutions such as 雅伎著 of the obligation to provide an environment free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color and national origin, as well as gender and disability.
This obligation exists for the well-being of students and to fulfill the College���s legal responsibility as a recipient of federal funds. The DOE reminds us that 雅伎著 plays an important role in encouraging a culture that empowers our students to report misconduct.
As a reminder, students may report incidents related to race, color, national origin, gender and disability to the Office of Equity and Compliance (E&C) online at /report/ or contact the E&C Office at 901-333-5005.
Those who need assistance communicating with a student may contact a telephonic interpreter at Linguistica International by calling 866-908-5744. You will need the College���s account number and access code to complete the request. Reach out to your supervisor or to the E&C Office for assistance.
Thank you for helping 雅伎著 provide an equitable environment for everyone. For more information about the College���s obligations, please contact the E&C Office at 901-333-5005.
Tameka Perry is Equity and Compliance Director. Each issue, Policy Matters provides
an overview of 雅伎著 policies that you may not be aware of or updates on those
that may have changed.
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- Open educational resources page launches
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- College celebrates local legends during Women���s History Month
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- POLICY MATTERS: Providing a harassment and discrimination-free environment is the law
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