I. Purpose
Anne Arundel Community College (“college”) is committed to providing and maintaining equal opportunity in all its activities, admissions, curriculum, employment, policies and programs and establishes this Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Policy (“policy”) to prohibit discrimination on the basis of a protected class.
II. Scope and Applicability
This policy applies to all members of, and entities within, the college and all individuals, companies, and organizations that conduct business with the college.
III. Prohibition of Discrimination
The college prohibits all types of discrimination including, but not limited to, race – including hair texture and hairstyle – color, religion or creed, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship, and genetic information.
IV. Reporting
Complaints of discrimination shall be reported to the college’s chief compliance and fair practices officer.
V. Information
For information regarding the college's compliance and complaints concerning discrimination, contact the chief compliance and fair practices officer and Title IX coordinator at complianceofficer@daikuan918.com or 410-777-1239, or call Maryland Relay at 711.
Policy Title: Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination Policy
Policy Category: Human Resources
Policy Owner: President
Policy Administrator: Chief Compliance and Fair Practices Officer
Contact Information: Tiffany Boykin, tfboykin@daikuan918.com, 410-777-1239
Approval Date: Nov. 30, 2022
Effective Date: Nov. 30, 2022
History: Adopted May 12, 2009; Revised March 10, 2020
Applies to: All college employees and students
Related Policies: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Antiracism and Accessibility Policy
Related Procedures: Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedures
Forms/Guidelines: N/A
Relevant Laws: N/A