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Links or references to other materials and websites provided in the referenced sources are also for information purposes only and do not constitute the college’s endorsement of products or services referenced.

Non-Discrimination Statement

This college promotes and maintains educational opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions including lactation, age (except when age is a bona fide occupational qualification), veteran status, or other non-merit factors. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the college’s non-discrimination policies: Dr. Mark C. Rowh, Vice President for Workforce Development and External Relations and Equal Opportunity Officer, 217 Edwards Hall, 540-674-3600, ext. 4241.

Inquiries concerning Title IX (sexual harassment, sexual assault/domestic violence/dating violence, and stalking) may be directed to Dr. Deborah Kennedy (Title IX Coordinator for Students), Dean of Student Services, 268 Rooker Hall, 540-674-3600, ext. 3690, dkennedy@erare.net. For employees, Melissa Anderson, nterim Vice President for Finance and Administrative Services, is the Title IX Coordinator for Employees, Godbey Hall Room 22, 540-674-3660, manderson@erare.net.

Inquiries concerning ADA and Section 504 may be directed to Ms. Lucy Howlett, Coordinator of The Center for Disability Services, 275 Rooker Hall, V/TTY 540-674-3619, Videophone 540-585-4724.

Supplements may be issued to this handbook as considered necessary by the college.

Please see New River Community College Notice of Required Disclosures.