About Cowley

Title IX

Gender Discrimination and Sexual Harassment

Title IX BrochureTitle IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 and Cowley College policy prohibit discrimination in services or benefits at the college based upon gender. Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination and therefore prohibited under Title IX. Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.

The following are examples of types of conduct which may constitute sexual harassment:

  • Inappropriate touching, patting, or pinching
  • Physical assault or coerced sexual activity
  • Demands or subtle pressure for sexual favors
  • Obscene phone calls, texts, email, gestures, or other communication modes

Any member of the Cowley College community (student, faculty, staff, or guest) who believes that discriminatory practices have been engaged in based upon gender may discuss their concerns and file informal or formal complaints of possible Title IX violations with the Cowley College Title IX compliance officer:

Executive Director of Student Affairs
620.441.5253
edstudentaffairs@cowley.edu

Complaints or concerns may also be reported to the following individuals:

 

Vice President of Academic Affairs,
Galle Johnson Hall #206,
620-441-6584

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Title IX Poster Cowley County Community College and Area Vocational-Technical School is dedicated to providing equal opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation or other legally protected category.

The college will provide all qualified individuals reasonable accommodations in the work and educational environment and ensure equal access to all College programs, activities and facilities.

The College does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor outlined above or prohibited under applicable law.

This prohibition against discrimination applies to College employees, students, contractors, or agents of the College and to anyone participating in a College-sponsored event or activity. Inquiries concerning the college's compliance with its non-discrimination policies may be referred to the Executive Director of Student Affairs at 620.441.5253 or edstudentaffairs@cowley.edu.