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:
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: |
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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
Title IX Coordinator Contact Information For questions, reporting, or support, contact: |
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:
| 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. |
