“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”
—Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 to the 1964 Civil Rights Act
The university’s Nondiscrimination Policy applies to all on-campus and off-campus conduct that is likely to have a substantial adverse effect on any member of the university community.
Responding to Bias IncidentsThis protocol outlines the steps IUP will take when an incident of bias or hate arises on our campus.
Statement of Nondiscrimination: EnglishIUP is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action for its students, employees, and applicants.
Statement of Nondiscrimination: SpanishDeclaración de no discriminación de IUP
Sexual Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct PolicyIUP is committed to providing a safe and positive living, learning, and work environment that is free from sexual discrimination and other prohibited sexual misconduct. The Sexual Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct Policy provides definitions and reporting and complaint resolution procedures. It is applicable to all students and employees of the University, as well as designated volunteers, contractors, and vendors.
Sexual Discrimination and Sexual Misconduct ResourcesResources and support services for those who have experienced or need to report incidents of sexual discrimination or sexual misconduct are available to the university community. These include reporting options and protocols, confidentiality, next steps, support and services, accommodations, and other pertinent information.
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ensures the protection and equal treatment of students who are affected by pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, childbirth, and post-partum parenting.
Anti-Hazing PolicyUniversity definition of hazing, plus details on presumptions, implementations of policy, jurisdiction and procedure, and violations and sanctions
PoliciesInformation about policies of the Office of Student Support and Community Standards
Protection of Minors PolicyUniversity policy dedicated to promoting the safety and security of minors who visit its campus or participate in its programs.
Preferred First Name PolicyThe Preferred First Name Policy allows students, faculty, staff, and alumni to indicate their preferred first names to the university community even if they have not legally changed their first name.