Title IX

Title IX, Non-Discrimination, and Harassment Resources 

In accordance with HB 2105, signed into law on April 14th, 2024, Highland Community College does not condition admission or educational aid to an applicant for admission, hiring an applicant for employment or hiring, reappointing or promoting a faculty member, on the applicant's or faculty member's pledging allegiance to or making a statement of personal support for or opposition to any political ideology or movement, including a pledge or statement regarding diversity, equity or inclusion, or to request or require any such pledge or statement from an applicant or faculty member.  The College does not require any form of Diversity Equity or Inclusion (DEI) pledge, allegiance, or oath. The College follows all required federal equal opportunity employment and Title IX requirements. The College has a notice of non-discrimination displayed on its website and the notice of non-discrimination statement is utilized in all job advertisements. Highland Community College greatly values everyone and is committed to serving all individuals. 

The Equity Grievance Policy is the college’s policies related to non-discrimination and related subjects required by HB 2015. The trainings required (per Kansas House Bill 2105) are listed under the Resources and Reporting Forms.  

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At Highland Community College, our goal is to create and maintain a safe and invitational environment for all students, employees and campus visitors. This page is designed to help the campus community access policies and services that assist us in this endeavor.  If you have a concern about sexual misconduct, general misconduct, or if you simply want to express a concern about a fellow student, co-worker or campus visitor, please fill out the appropriate form below and your concern will be routed to the appropriate campus personnel

 

Reporting Quick Links

• Online Incident Reporting Form - use this form to report students of concern (someone you are worried about), potential violations of HCC policy (e.g. academic dishonesty, alcohol, fighting, etc.), and or general concerning behavior. 

• Gener-Based Misconduct, Discrimination or Harassment Reporting Form - use this form to report discrimination based on sex (including sexual assault or harassment), gender, race, religion, etc. 

• Race-Based Discrimination Complaint Reporting Form - use this form to report race-based discrimination

 

Title IX, Non-Discrimination, and Harassment Resources