The University provides support services to individuals who have been the subject of alleged discrimination or harassment. Support services are also available to those individuals who are involved in the Discrimination Complaint Procedure a…
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and relevant local, state, and federal law, the University provides individuals with disabilities equal access to University programs
According to RCW 49.60.040 "Service animal" means any dog or miniature horse, as discussed in RCW 49.60.214, that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical,
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities, including academic, educational, extracurricular, athletic, and other programs or activities of schools. These protectio…
WWU is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, in compliance with applicable federal and state civil rights laws and University policy. WWU develops and implements equal opportunity programs, including for individuals with disab…
Western prohibits sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment. Sexual assault and sexual violence are severe forms of sexual harassment under Title IX as well as other federal and state anti-discrimination laws. Western is committe…
Under POL-U1600.04, Western employees must promptly report known or suspected sexual harassment, sexual violence, or other discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator, even if the misconduct occurred off campus. This reporting r…
Western Washington University seeks to provide an environment in which every individual has an opportunity to learn, work, and contribute, and where full inclusion and respect for all people encourages creativity and productivity. When info…
We would like to update you on recent developments concerning the implementation of Title IX. As you may have heard in the news, the US Department of Education recently issued a Dear Colleague Letter in response to a recent court decision,
Western sponsors many activities and programs that are available to the public. Federal laws require Western to include equal opportunity statements in print and online versions of University publications.The Equal Opportunity Statement sho…
Gender neutral facilities provide important restroom and locker room access for people of all gender identities, as well as for people with disabilities who are assisted by someone of a different gender, and for parents and caregivers with
The Department of Justice's new rule requires public entities, including Western Washington University, to make their online content and services accessible to people with disabilities. This is done by following the Web Content Accessibilit…