Ohio Administrative Code|Rule 3342-5-16 | University policy regarding unlawful discrimination and harassment.

                                                
(A) Purpose. This policy prohibits discrimination and
		  harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation,
		  national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, age, and protected
		  military or veteran status. Retaliation for reporting or participating in the
		  complaint process is also prohibited. The university encourages an atmosphere
		  in which the diversity of its members is understood and appreciated, free of
		  unlawful discrimination and harassment based on the above categories. Thus, all
		  members of the university are expected to join in creating a positive
		  atmosphere in which individuals can learn and work in an environment that is
		  respectful and supportive of the dignity of all individuals. 
(1) Definitions and processes for implementing this policy
			 will be defined in rule 3342-5-16.1 and 3342-6-02 of the Administrative Code.
			 
(2) This policy is intended to promote the
			 university's commitment to equal opportunity, equity, and diversity. It is
			 not intended to censor first amendment rights to express ideas and opinions on
			 any topic provided that expression is not in the form of unlawful
			 discrimination or harassment. 
(B) Eligibility. This policy shall apply to all university
		  programs and services including, but not limited to, the following: recruiting,
		  admission, access to programs, financial aid, classroom instruction, academic
		  progress/grading, and social, recreational and health programs, as well as
		  employment, promotion, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment
		  advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other compensation, and
		  selection for training. 
(C) Responsibilities. The vice president for human
		  resources and the vice president for student affairs are jointly responsible
		  for implementation of this policy. 


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