Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment

In furtherance of this commitment, the University strictly prohibits all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment, which includes discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, (including traits historically associated with races, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles),religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, sex (including pregnancy, perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and any related medical conditions), gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, transgender status, transitioning status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member status, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, mental or physical disability, holding or presenting a driver’s license issued under Cal. Vehicle Code Section 12801.9, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

The University prohibits Managers, Supervisors, and Employees from discriminating against or harassing Co-workers as well as non-employees. In addition, the University prohibits non-Employees from discriminating against or harassing the University’s Employees.

Violation of this Policy will subject an Employee to disciplinary action, up to and including immediate separation of employment. Additionally, under California law, Employees may be held personally liable for harassing conduct that violates the California Fair Employment and Housing Act.