Policies
Notice of Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity
Andrews University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
Reports of discrimination or harassment based on any of the above mentioned categories should be directed to the Office of Diversity, Danielle Pilgrim.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and related statutes and regulations:
Kristine Walker-Fraser, disability services coordinator
269-471-3227, walkerfr@andrews.edu
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and to serve as the overall campus coordinator for purposes of Title IX compliance:
Frances Faehner, vice president for Campus & Student Life
269-471-2679, frances@andrews.edu
The following individuals have been designated as Title IX deputy coordinators:
For complaints regarding students—Alyssa Palmer, associate dean for Student Life
269-471-6684, alyssap@andrews.edu
For complaints regarding faculty or staff—Ethan Jones, Director of Compliance
269-471-6515, ethanj@andrews.edu
Inquiries concerning the application of anti-discrimination laws may be referred to the Title IX coordinators or to the Office for Civil Rights, United States Department of Education.
For further information on notice of nondiscrimination, click here for the address and phone number of the U.S. Department of Education office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481.
Student Handbook
The Andrews University Student Handbook outlines University policy regarding Student Rights such as the Right to Learn, the Right to be Free from Discrimination and Harassment, Sexual Misconduct Policy, the Right to Discuss Inquire, Express and Petition, Access and Privacy of Student Educational Records, the Right to Appeal/Grievance, and Ombudspersons. Questions regarding these policies may be directed to the Student Life Office.