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Non-Discrimination Policy Palo Verde College complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations and is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, employment, and all access to institutional programs and activities.
The College, and each individual who represents the College, shall provide access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to national origin, religion, age, gender, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he or she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. Harassment of any employee or student with regard to any of the forgoing characteristics is strictly prohibited. In addition, the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the college’s vocational education programs.
The college’s non-discrimination policies are supported by the requirements of titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the education amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975; sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Palo Verde College Affirmative Action Officer in Human Resources.
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