Title IX and Sex Discrimination
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. Title IX states “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” All federal agencies that provide grants of financial assistance are required to enforce Title IX’s nondiscrimination mandate. Title IX bans discrimination and harassment throughout our college and campus community in all programs and activities. Mohawk Valley Community College does not tolerate sexual harassment (including forms of sex-based violence). The College is committed to providing options, support and assistance to victims/survivors of unwelcome sexual conduct, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and/or stalking to ensure that they can continue to participate in MVCC-wide and campus programs, activities, and employment.