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Diversity and inclusion are pivotal to the success of ºÚÁÏרÇø of Health Professions (ºÚÁÏרÇø). ºÚÁÏרÇø commits to being a community which recognizes and values the worth of every person, fosters a welcoming and understanding environment, promotes mutual respect among its members, and encourages individual responsibilities as well as personal rights.

In addition to adhering to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education, ºÚÁÏרÇø recognizes inclusion and diversity in all of its forms, including but not limited to: 2026-2027 University Handbook 9

• race, color, or ethnicity;
• national origin, including ancestry;
• citizenship status;
• personal appearance;
• religion, faith, or creed, including no religion;
• political affiliation;
• economic status including bankruptcy or bad debt;
• disability, whether physical or mental;
• age;
• marital status;
• sexual orientation, gender or gender expression, or gender identity;
• sex;
• pregnancy;
• veteran or military status;
• predisposing genetic characteristics;
• domestic violence victim status; or
• any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, including protection for those 
 opposing discrimination or participating in any resolution process.

University Handbook 2026-27 (pgs., 8-9)

Complaints or notice of alleged policy violations, or inquiries about or concerns regarding this policy and procedures, may be made internally to an Civil Rights and Accessibility officer.