DCB Student Handbook 2023-2024

4 | P a g e D C B S t u d e n t H a n d b o o k Notice of Non Discrimination Statement Dakota College at Bottineau (DCB) does not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, political beliefs or affiliations, or information protected by the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA); and complies with all federal and state non- discrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations, including remaining compliant and consistent with the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy on non-discrimination applies to admissions, enrollment, scholarships, loan programs, participation in college activities, employment, and access to participation in, and treatment in all college programs and activities. DCB prohibits retaliation against any individual or group who exercises its rights or responsibilities protected under the provisions of state law, federal law and/or DCB policy. Employees or students who violate this policy may face disciplinary action up to and including separation from DCB. Third parties who commit discrimination or harassment may have their relationships with DCB terminated and/or their privileges of being on college premises withdrawn. Questions, comments, or complaints regarding sexual discrimination or sexual harassment may be directed to the Title IX Office. All other forms of discrimination or harassment may be directed to the appropriate associate dean or director of human resources. Complaints may also be filed with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights. Laura Halvorson Title IX Coordinator Thatcher Hall 1104 105 Simrall BLVD Bottineau, ND 58318 701-228-5680 laura.halvorson@dakotacollege.edu Kayla O’Toole Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Nelson Science Center 102 105 Simrall BLVD Bottineau, ND 58318 701-228-5479 kayla.otoole@dakotacollege.edu Heidi Kippenhan Associate Dean for Student Services Thatcher 118 105 Simrall BLVD Bottineau, ND 58318 701-228-5669 heidi.kippenhan@dakotacollege.edu Sara Abrahamson Director, Human Resources 500 University Ave W Minot, ND 58707 701-858-4610 hr@minotstateu.edu or sara.abrahamson@minotstateu.edu The Office for Civil Rights/Chicago U.S. Department of Education, Citigroup Center John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 South Dearborn Street, 37 th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 Telephone (312) 730-1560, FAX: (312) 730-1576 TDD: (800) 877-8339, email : OCR.Chicago@ed.gov, website: ed.gov/ocr