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As outlined in former Acting President Michelle Rizk’s communication on July 30, 2020, the Board of Regents approved the UA Sex- and Gender-Based Policy. In addition, Acting President Rizk approved the corresponding university regulation to ensure UA is compliant with the new federal Title IX law issued by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights. These regulations go into effect on Aug. 14, 2020.
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While the new guidelines set forth by the Department of Education require universities across the country to modify how we handle sex and gender-based discrimination on our campuses, this does not change UAF’s commitment to ending this kind of behavior altogether.
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Some actions UAF is taking to create a culture of respect, diversity, inclusion and caring include:
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- Strategic planning efforts addressing social justice issues, systems, curriculum, and broadened prevention and training programs
- Strengthened collaborations with community partners such as the Fairbanks Prevention Alliance
- Providing supportive measures, confidential resources and anonymous reporting options.
- Annual training starting Sept. 1 for students, employees and volunteers
- Prevention, education and wellness programs hosted by Nanook Diversity and Action Center
- A central site called Nanook Engage to locate programs and events at UAF
- Information on rights when participating in off-campus programs and research activities
- A virtual forum for students and employees this fall
UAF is committed to the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and the communities we serve. For more information, visit UAF’s Title IX website.
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— Margo Griffith, Title IX coordinator and executive director of the Department of Equity and Compliance
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The is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual. Learn more about UA's .
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