As a Christian, Catholic, and Benedictine community, the University of Mary is wholly committed to upholding and defending the dignity of every human person as created in the image and likeness of God. In accord with its mission, the University of Mary also upholds and enforces applicable requirements of civil law.
Policies and procedures are in place whereby those claiming wrongdoing can bring information forward and those accused of wrongdoing are able to respond. Gathered below is important information regarding:. In compliance with Title IX, the University of Mary prohibits sex discrimination in all programs, activities, and employment.
Title IX applies to every aspect of federally funded education programs. Areas covered by Title IX include access to higher education, admissions, athletics, career education, education for pregnant and parenting students, employment, learning environment, math and science, sexual harassment, standardized testing, and technology. Title IX also prohibits sexual harassment, which includes sexual assault and sexual violence.
Title IX protects the rights of men as well as the rights of women. Title IX requires that men and women receive fair and equal treatment in all areas of education.
Title IX protects those who report misconduct from retaliation. The reporting of discrimination is important to Title IX enforcement and would be discouraged if retaliation against those who report it went unaddressed. The following form may be used to file reports of misconduct prohibited under university policy. Office for Civil Rights U. Madison St. The University of Mary maintains an online reporting system for misconduct under the jurisdiction of the Conduct Grievance Board.
