Notice of Non-Discrimination

(full disclosure)

It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.

In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or retirement status. 

The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status or retirement status.

Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.

Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Dean of Students (318-357-5286) located in room #309 of the Friedman Student Union. Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the EEO Officer (318-357-6359) located in Roy Hall, room #207.

In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations , and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State University is the Vice-President for University Affairs (318-357-5701 or 6586) located at 315 Caspari Street (Infirmary Building).  For the academic services, contact the Director of Disability Support and Tutoring (318-357-4460) located in room #234 of the Friedman Student Union.

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Abbreviated version for advertising purposes:

Northwestern State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies (i.e., Title IX).  Employees or potential employees should contact the EEO Officer at 318-357-6359.  Students should contact the Dean of Students at 318-357-5286.

For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerns, employees and students should contact the ADA Coordinator, Vice-President for University Affairs, at 318-357-5701.