Discrimination and Harassment

Michigan Technological University is a diverse community of and for scholars. This community requires an environment of trust and openness where productive work, teaching, and learning can thrive. The University recognizes the necessity of protecting First Amendment rights and encouraging free speech, but also recognizes that certain conduct can threaten the mutual respect that is the foundation of scholarly communities. This policy, listed below, is intended to secure the freedom of expression guaranteed by the United States Constitution while maintaining the trust and mutual respect that are vital to a diverse university community.

The policy does not abrogate other policies, rights, and regulations set forth by MTU. Further, federal and state laws will be adhered to notwithstanding any provision of this policy.

The civil rights statutes prohibit various forms of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, height, weight, or veteran status.

At MTU, there is no place for discrimination and/or discriminatory harassment prohibited by Title VII, 42 U.S.C. §1981, 42 U.S.C. §1983, Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Michigan Handicappers' Act, the Michigan Ethnic Intimidation Act, the Michigan Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, and Board of Control Policy. These behaviors by any member of the MTU community are prohibited and are subject to disciplinary procedures up to and including discharge (Board of Control Policy 3.23).

For information on how to address harassment claims, including sexual harassment, contact Affirmative Programs or refer to the MTU Procedures Manual.

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