Title IX & Nondiscrimination
Midland University is committed to a respectful, safe, and healthy environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Respecting the rights of others in a mutually supportive community and taking accountability for one’s actions as a responsible citizen are part of Midland University’s Core Values. Together as a community, we strive to maintain a positive learning, living and working environment for the benefit of all. As such, members of the Midland community are encouraged to promptly report any incidents of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation.
The University will promptly respond to all notices of alleged prohibited conduct. The University will take appropriate measures to end conduct in violation of this Policy, prevent its recurrence, and remedy its effects on individuals and the community. Throughout any process, the University will provide reasonable accommodations and supportive measures consistent with applicable state and federal law.
Statement of Nondiscrimination
The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religious belief, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, citizenship, creed, genetic information, veteran status or any other legally protected status in its education programs and activities, employment policies and practices, or any other areas of the University, except in those instances where there is a bona fide occupation qualification or to comply with state or federal law. The University’s Non-Discrimination Policy is in accordance with applicable federal and state laws including, but not limited to: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments.
When brought to the attention of the University, any such discrimination or harassment will be promptly addressed by the University according to the procedures below. The protections in this Policy apply equally to all, regardless of protected status listed above.
The University is a Lutheran religiously affiliated institution and reserves all rights, protections, and exemptions available to it under the United States Constitution, including the First Amendment, and under applicable federal and state law.