POLICY TITLE: Anti-Discrimination & Non-Retaliation
APPLIES TO: All students, faculty, staff, visitors, volunteers, and contractors
ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY: Human Resources
APPROVED BY: Kentucky State University Board of Regents
EFFECTIVE DATE: August 8, 2025
NEXT REVIEW DATE: August 8, 2028
Kentucky State University (KSU) is committed to providing a working and learning environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation against anyone who makes a complaint or participates in the complaint process are prohibited and shall not be tolerated.
This policy establishes procedures for investigating and responding to reports/complaints of discrimination involving students, employees, and/or third parties in a prompt and equitable manner without placing an unreasonable burden on the complainant or KSU.
NOTE: Reports/complaints of sexual harassment are investigated and resolved under KSU's separate Title IX and Sexual Harassment policy. Please refer to that policy for matters involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking.
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