Nondiscrimination Policy

Wells College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational environment for all College community members.

Wells College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and sexual harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal anti-discrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Wells College policy.

This policy prohibits sexual harassment, sexual violence, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence against Wells College community members of any gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation. This policy also prohibits gender-based harassment that does not involve conduct of a sexual nature.

The College has grievance procedures for any individual who has experienced harassment or discrimination and wishes to pursue resolution. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator and/or to the United States Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights:

Wells College Interim Title IX Coordinator
Associate Dean of Students
Sommer Center
Aurora, NY 13026
Title IX Landing Page
Phone: (315) 364-3426
Email: rsteinberg@wells.edu

Office for Civil Rights-New York Office
U.S. Department of Education
32 Old Slip, 26th Floor
New York, NY 10005-2500
Website: www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html
Phone: (646) 428-3900
Fax: (646) 428-3843; TDD: (800) 877-8339