Columbia University’s Non-Discrimination Statement and Policy
Columbia University is committed to providing a learning, living, and working environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment and to fostering a nurturing and vibrant community founded upon the fundamental dignity and worth of all of its members.
Consistent with this commitment, and with all applicable laws, it is the policy of the University not to tolerate unlawful discrimination or harassment in any form and to provide those who feel that they are victims of discrimination with mechanisms for seeking redress.
The University prohibits any form of discrimination against any person on the basis of age; citizenship status; arrest or conviction record; caregiver status; color; credit history; creed; disability; familial status; gender (sex); gender identity; genetic predisposition or carrier status; lactation accommodation; marital status; national origin; pregnancy; race; religion; salary history; sexual or reproductive health decisions; sexual orientation; status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking, or sex offenses; unemployment status; veteran or active military status; or any other applicable, legally protected status in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, employment, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University-administered programs and functions.
Nothing in this policy shall abridge academic freedom or the University’s educational mission. Prohibitions against discrimination and discriminatory harassment do not extend to actions, statements, or written materials that are relevant and appropriately related to course subject matter or academic debate.
This policy governs the conduct of all Columbia University faculty, officers of research, officers of the libraries, students, staff, and visitors that occurs on the University’s campuses, in connection with University-sponsored programs, and in venues, such as academic conferences, in which an individual serves in whole or part as a representative of the University. This policy also governs conduct by Columbia University faculty, officers of research, officers of the libraries, students, staff, and visitors that creates, contributes to, or continues a hostile work, educational, or living environment for a member or members of the University community.