Non-Discrimination Policy
Rockhurst University is committed to providing equal opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, gender, disability, citizenship or intending citizenship status, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by law (“protected status”). This is reflected in all policies, programs and procedures of the University.
The University has designated its Director of Compliance and Risk Management/Title IX Coordinator to coordinate compliance with discrimination laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Act, Title VI, and the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Faculty, staff and third parties should report a potential violation of this policy as soon as possible to the Director of Human Resources:
Barbra Upton-Garvin, MBA
Conway 102
816-501-4555
barbra.uptongarvin@rockhurst.edu
Students should report a potential violation of this policy as soon as possible to a Residence Life staff member, Security (Community Center; 816-501-4010) or one of the Associate Deans of Students listed below:
Mr. Mark Hetzler or Ms. Mindy Pettegrew
Student Development, Massman 3
816-501-4843 or 816-501-4689
Mark.Hetzler@Rockhurst.edu or Mindy.Pettegrew@rockhurst.edu
