Title IX – Non-Discrimination
DRI’s Statement Regarding Title IX – Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) and its member institutions are committed to providing a place of work and learning free of sexual harassment, including sexual violence.
The NSHE “Policy Against Discrimination and Sexual Harassment; Complaint Procedure” is found in the Board of Regents Handbook, Title 4, Chapter 8, Section 13.
The Desert Research Institute (DRI) does not discriminate on the basis of sex in our education programs and activities in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972. “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
The Title IX Regulations, 34 CFR Part 106.45(b)(10), require all recipients of Title IX training to post the training slides on our public website. Those materials can be found in this PDF presentation.
Complaints
If you believe you have been the victim of sexual harassment, sexual discrimination or sexual violence you are encouraged to contact the Title IX Coordinator and may file a complaint.
Allegations of sexual discrimination and sexual harassment are taken seriously and will be dealt with promptly, thoroughly, impartially, and equitably in accordance with the NSHE Policy Against Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Complaint Procedure (noted below). Where sexual discrimination or harassment is found to have occurred, DRI will act to stop the discrimination or sexual harassment, to prevent its reoccurrence, and to remedy its effects.
Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the institution’s Title IX Coordinator or the Office for Civil Rights of the United States Department of Education.
Contact information for Title IX Coordinator:
Jennifer Schultz | 775-673-7317
2215 Raggio Parkway, Reno, NV 89512
Complaints of discrimination or sexual harassment, including sexual violence, are to be filed with one of the following individuals:
Jennifer Schultz, Title IX Coordinator | 775-673-7317
2215 Raggio Parkway, Reno, NV 89512
The Nevada Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) is charged with the enforcement of Title IX for educational institutions within the State of Nevada. They may be contacted at the information listed below:
Nevada Department of Education
Career, Technical and Adult Education
755 N. Roop Street, Suite 201
Carson City, NV 89701
Voice: (775) 687-7300
Fax: (775) 687-8636
Website: www.cteae.nv.gov
Additional Resources
DRI Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy
