Discrimination and Harassment

Discrimination and Harassment

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) will not tolerate racism, discrimination, harassment, exploitation or victimization of students, school employees, non-employees or any person who is an invitee of WDTC for any reason, including but not limited to race, color, ethnic background, national origin, pregnancy, marital status, religion, creed, age, sex, citizenship, political affiliation, mental and/or physical challenge, disability*, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, status as a veteran, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law. WDTC is committed to providing an environment free from harassment and other forms of discrimination for students, employees, non-employees and its invitees. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries or complaints regarding the non-discrimination policies: Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success who serves as the Title IX Coordinator, Kelly Oehlerking.

Policy 2005/4005 
Employee Resolution Process 
Student Resolution Process

*It is the policy of WDTC not to discriminate on the basis of disability. WDTC has adopted an internal grievance procedure providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints alleging any action prohibited by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulations implementing the Act. Section 504 prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. 

Any person who believes she or he has been subjected to discrimination on the basis of disability may file a grievance under this procedure. It is against the law for WDTC to retaliate against anyone who files a grievance or cooperates in the investigation of a grievance.

Sexual Harassment - Title IX

Western Dakota Technical College (WDTC) is committed to providing a workplace and educational environment, as well as other benefits, programs, and activities, that are free from sexual harassment. To ensure compliance with federal and state civil rights laws, WDTC has developed a policy and related procedures to provide a prompt, fair, and impartial process for those involved in an allegation of sexual harassment. WDTC values and upholds the equal dignity of all members of its community and strives to balance the rights of the parties during what is often a difficult time for all those involved. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries or complaints regarding the non-discrimination policies: Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness and Student Success who serves as the Title IX Coordinator, Kelly Oehlerking.


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