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NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

UCDH practices the philosophy of equal educational opportunities and employment. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Executive Order 11375 are reviewed periodically by UCDH staff to ensure that the college is in compliance with current civil rights laws. Title IX of the Educations Amendments of 2020 and 2024 define and outline the laws that prevent discrimination based on sex. The College incorporates Title IX recommendations to make sure that all program policies, procedures, and program are in compliance with the laws of the United States.

UCDH is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in its activities, program, or employment practices.

TITLE IX - SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

Title IX Policy: Prohibition of Sex Discrimination and Harassment

Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to affirm the Utah College of Dental Hygiene’s commitment to providing an educational environment free from discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and U.S. Department of Education regulations.

Scope

This policy applies to all students, faculty, staff, and third parties involved in any Utah College of Dental Hygiene program or activity, both on-campus and off-campus.

Prohibited Conduct

The Utah College of Dental Hygiene prohibits the following under Title IX:

  • Sexual harassment, including quid pro quo and hostile environment harassment.
  • Sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.
  • Discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Policies and procedures are in place to take immediate and appropriate steps to remedy violations of UCDH policy. UCDH will take steps to end or eliminate the hostile environment, prevent its recurrence and to remedy the effects, as appropriate under each individual’s circumstances.

Title IX Coordinator Contact Information

For questions, reporting, or support, contact:
Laura Green
Title IX Coordinator
Utah College of Dental Hygiene
lgreen@ucdh.edu
801-426-8234

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DEFINITIONS

REPORTING

Reporting Process

Individuals are encouraged to report violations of this policy to the Title IX Coordinator. Reports can be made in person, by mail, by telephone, or by email. Anonymous reports are permitted, however it may limit the institution’s ability to respond. All Utah College of Dental Hygiene employees are mandatory reporters, except those designated as confidential resources, such as outside counseling services.

Grievance Process

  • Formal Complaint: A formal complaint must be filed by the complainant or signed by the Title IX Coordinator to initiate an investigation.
  • Investigation: The College will conduct a thorough, impartial, and equitable investigation. Both parties will have equal opportunity to present witnesses and evidence.
  • Live Hearing: A live hearing with cross-examination is required for cases involving allegations of sexual harassment. The hearing may be conducted virtually to accommodate the needs of the parties involved.
  • New regulation [2024] allows for the use of trauma-informed questioning during the hearing, recognizing the impact of trauma on memory and behavior.
  • Cross-examination may now be conducted by an advisor of the party’s choice, which can include an attorney. If a party does not have an advisor, the Utah College of Dental Hygiene will provide one at no cost.

Title IX Coordinator Contact Information

For questions, reporting, or support, contact:
Laura Green
Title IX Coordinator
Utah College of Dental Hygiene
lgreen@ucdh.edu
801-426-8234

RESOURCES

For a list of resources related to Title IX follow the link below. If unsure who to contact, please direct inquries to the Title IX Coordinator listed above.

PREVENTION & TRAINING

The Utah College of Dental Hygiene will conduct regular mandatory training on Title IX for all employees and students, focusing on:

  • How to identify and report incidents of sex discrimination and harassment.
  • Understanding trauma-informed practices.
  • Upholding the rights of both complainants and respondents.

APPEALS PROCESS

Both the complainant and respondent have the right to appeal decisions made in the grievance process. Grounds for appeal include procedural irregularity, newly discovered evidence, and bias or conflict of interest.

See Section IV of the UCDH College Catalog for more information on appeals.