University Sponsored Off-Campus Programs and Research Activities

The University of ÐßÐßÊÓƵ(UA) is committed to a safe and healthy educational and work environment in which educational programs, internships, practicums, employment, research activities, conference and meeting participation, study abroad programs and other off-campus academic or research related activities are free of sexual or gender-based discrimination.  Participation in these programs provides experience that is a valuable part of your growth and development. 

The University of ÐßÐßÊÓƵis an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual. TheUniversity of ÐßÐßÊÓƵand the Affiliate subscribe to the policy of equal opportunity and will not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, or other legally protected status. The University of Alaska’s commitment to nondiscrimination, including against sex discrimination, applies to students, employees, and applicants for admission and employment. Both institutions shall abide by these principles in the administration of this agreement and neither institution shall impose criteria which would violate the principles of non-discrimination. Both parties agree to comply with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with DisabilitiesAct of 1990, and related regulations, and further shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and Executive Orders. The University is required to follow Board of Regents’ Policy and University Regulation regarding harassment and discrimination reporting and investigation, regardless of where the alleged conduct occurs; Affiliate agrees to cooperate with any related processes, including interim measures and investigation. Contact information, applicable laws, and complaint procedures are included on the University of Alaska’s statement of nondiscrimination available at /nondiscrimination.

See the University Sponsored Off-Campus Programs and Research Activities web page (/accountability/title-ix/student-placement-guidelines/) for further information. 

Facts about UA Title IX Compliance 

  1. The () is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution.  The University is committed to a () against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
  2. Incidents can be reported to your university’s Equity and Compliance office (listed below) or online reporting portal.  University of ÐßÐßÊÓƵtakes immediate, effective, and appropriate action to respond to reported acts of discrimination and harassment. 
  3. There are supportive measures available to individuals that may have experienced discrimination.
  4. The rules of University of ÐßÐßÊÓƵ(UA) apply at all university owned or operated sites, university sanctioned events, clinical sites and during all academic or research related travel that are university sponsored.
  5. University of Alaska’s Board of Regents Policy & Regulations Nondiscrimination and Sexual and Gender-Based Discrimination.

Your Rights

As a UA student, employee and/or affiliate, you have many rights under UA Policy and Regulation. 

  • You have the right to a fair, impartial, and prompt investigation of your complaint.