Discrimination and Harassment (Title VI & Title VII)
Prohibited Forms of Discrimination
Vassar College prohibits discrimination on basis of the following:
- age (40 years and over in the employment context)
- citizenship and immigration status
- color
- creed
- disability (physical or mental, including having a history of a disability or being regarded as being disabled)
- domestic violence victim status
- familial or caregiver status
- gender expression, gender identity, or gender transition
- marital or domestic partnership status
- medical condition (cancer-related or predisposing genetic characteristics)
- national origin (including, shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics; citizenship or residency in a country with a dominant religion or distinct religious identity)
- pregnancy or related conditions
- race
- religion or sincerely held practice of religion
- sex or gender
- sexual orientation
- veteran or military status
- or any other legally protected characteristic.
If you believe you are experiencing any form of discrimination or harassment, please do not hesitate to contact the Office for Institutional Equity directly at (845) 437-7924 or email us at equity@vassar.edu.