Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement
Section: Human Resources Index: C-5
Policy
The University of Houston-Victoria (UHV) is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to provide an environment free from discrimination. UHV recognizes the importance of and adheres to the practice of providing all prospective and current employees and students with equal opportunity in education and employment in compliance with federal and state laws and UH System policy. The statement of non-discrimination that follows provides recognition and formal implementation of this philosophy.
The policy of UHV is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, veteran's status, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or status, or gender expression, except where such distinction is required by law.
Employees with disabilities, and students, employees, and visitors to campus with inquiries and/or complaints regarding Title IX (sexual misconduct) may direct questions to Brandon Lee, Sr. Director of Equal Access (University West 116, (361) 570-4835) or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights (OCR@ed.gov , 800-421-3481). Students with disabilities needing assistance may call Cheryl Worley, Manager of Disability Services and At-Risk Programs (University Commons, Ste. 2108A, (361) 570-4287).
Comments/Questions
If there are any comments and/or questions regarding this policy, please contact Brandon Lee, Sr. Director of Equal Access at (361) 570-4835.
Supporting Documents
- UH System Policy 01.D.04, Affirmative Action Policy
- UH System Policy 01.D.05, Equal Employment and Non-Discrimination Statement
Approved by:
Signature Obtained
Robert K. Glenn, Ph.D
President
03/30/2021
Date
Originating Department: Human Resources
Next Review Date: March 2026 (5 yrs)