University Statements

Title IX Policy Statement

Florida Atlantic University (FAU) adheres to all federal, state, and local civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in employment and education. FAU does not discriminate in its admissions practices, in its employment practices, or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex. As a recipient of federal financial assistance for education activities, FAU is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 to ensure that all of its education programs and activities do not discriminate on the basis of sex. Sex includes pregnancy or parenting status.

FAU also prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internal or external to the institution. Sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, and stalking are forms of sex discrimination, which are prohibited under Title IX and by FAU regulation and policy.

Any member of the campus community, guest, or visitor who acts to deny, deprive, or limit the educational, employment, residential, or social access, opportunities and/or benefits of any member of the FAU community on the basis of sex is in violation of Policy 7.10.

Any person may report sex discrimination (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to have experienced the conduct), in person, by mail, by telephone, by video, or by email, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator (below). A report may be made at any time (including during non-business hours) via fau.edu/report.

Questions regarding Title IX, including its application and/or concerns about noncompliance, should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. For a complete copy of the policy or for more information, please visit fau.edu/ocr9 or contact the Title IX Coordinator (listed below).

Individuals who believe they have experienced sex discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation in violation of FAU’s regulation or policy should contact the following:

Individual with oversight for all protected status discrimination and harassment, including Title IX:

Within any resolution process related to this policy, FAU provides reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities and religious accommodations, when that accommodation is consistent with state and federal law.

University Notice Statement

Florida Atlantic University “FAU” is committed to creating a safe learning and working environment where all members of the University community adhere to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 as amended “Title IX.” Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex and includes protections from sexual harassment and sexual violence under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. It is imperative that all FAU employees and affiliates understand their obligation under Title IX Compliance Policy 7.10.

Accordingly, the Compliance Office in conjunction with the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX “OCR9” will send out a mandatory online training course annually so that employees (staff, faculty, administrators, student-employees, etc.) better understand how to prevent and report sex discrimination, harassment, assault, and retaliation. The course will also help employees recognize and respond to reports of sexual misconduct in accordance with applicable laws and university policies or regulations. The course continues FAU’s commitment to promoting compliance and awareness about Title IX.

University Policy Statement

Florida Atlantic University “FAU” or “University” complies with applicable federal, state, and local discrimination/harassment laws to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of all forms of discrimination or harassment. Unlawful discrimination or harassment based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or parental status, or other protected status is prohibited. Discriminatory conduct in the form of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking is also prohibited. To facilitate compliance with federal, state, and local civil rights laws and regulations, and to ensure its commitment to promoting the goals of nondiscrimination in all aspects of the educational enterprise, FAU has developed internal policies and procedures that provide a prompt and civil process for those involved in allegations of discrimination or harassment.

Anyone who believes they have been discriminated against or harassed is encouraged to contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX (OCR9) at 561-297-3004 or submit a report at www.fau.edu/report