Non-Discrimination

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

Kettering University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination in employment, education programs, activities, and admissions.

Kettering University is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, disability, genetic information, height, weight, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on any protected characteristic is prohibited. Kettering University administers its policies and practices in compliance with applicable laws, including, where applicable, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and other applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of Kettering University to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University’s educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. The Title IX coordinators and the deputy coordinators have been designated to oversee Kettering’s compliance with Title IX and to respond to reports of violations.  For more information about Title IX, go to Kettering’s Title IX website.  A person may also file a complaint with the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights regarding an alleged violation of Title IX by visiting the U.S. Department of Education's website or calling 800-421-3481.