NONDISCRIMINATION and AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY

AUHS, in accordance with applicable Federal and State Laws and University Policies, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, post- partum period and medical conditions related to pregnancy and childbirth), disability, age, medical condition (cancer- related), ancestry, marital status, citizenship, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era veteran or special disabled veteran. The University also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in University programs and activities.

The Director of Student Services is the coordinator of Title IX-the Educational Amendments Act of 1972, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. All inquiries or complaints under the sex discrimination provisions of Title IX should be directed to the Director of Students Services. The Director of Student Services must act equitably and promptly to resolve complaints and should provide a response within seven working days after the investigation. American University of Health Sciences supports Equal Opportunity for all people regardless of their race, religion, sex, or disability.

Inquiries regarding the University’s student-related nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Office of Student Services. Students may complain of any action that they believe discriminates against them on the grounds of race, color, national origin, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or age and may contact the Office of Student Services, 1600 East Hill Street Building 1, Signal Hill, CA 90755, (562) 988 -2278. For further clarification of such policies including discriminatory practices and sexual harassment, students are invited to view the AUHS Website and review the general catalog.