Heidelberg University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disability in its education programs, employment or activities. The Sex Discrimination Policy addresses all forms of sexual discrimination, including sexual misconduct and sexual harassment. Heidelberg University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, or gender identity in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of admissions or employment in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

Heidelberg University, as an educational community, will promptly and equitably respond to all reports of sexual discrimination in order to eliminate the misconduct and/or harassment, prevent its recurrence, and address its effects on any individual or the community.

This policy applies to all members of the University community including: students, employees, volunteers, independent contractors, visitors, and any individuals regularly or temporarily employed, studying, living, visiting, conducting business, or having any official capacity at the University.

Title IX Violations Include (but are not limited to):

• Sexual Advances, requests for sexual favors and sexually motivated physical conduct
• Overt or subtle pressure for sexual activity
• Sexually offensive verbalization including remarks, “teasing,” slurs, and innuendo
• Repeated inappropriate jokes or comments about sex or gender specific traits
• Conduct that is demeaning or derisive and occurs substantially because of one’s gender
• Sexual assault/sexual violence/rape
• Dating assault/dating violence/domestic violence
• Gender based disparate treatment
• Stalking
• Hazing

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