Notice to All Students with Disabilities

Under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, any student who has a disability which may limit his or her participation in University programs or student activities is invited to inform the University of this condition on the Disability Self-Identification Form, which can be obtained from the campus representative listed below.

A student is not obligated to provide this information nor can a student be penalized for not responding to the Self-Identification Form.  This information is requested on a voluntary basis and will be maintained by the Office of Disabled Student Services/Veterans Services for the following purposes, as needed:

1. Informing University faculty and staff of necessary accommodations which must be made to provide for a student's personal safety.

2. Informing health services of the student's needs in order to provide that individual with potential emergency care.

3. Enabling the Student Services Specialist/Disabled Student Services to inform students of any changes in University policy, practices, services or accessibility to programs and/or facilities which may be made as an accommodation to their disability.

4. Compiling information should it be requested, for government officials investigating University compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, or other applicable laws.

If you wish to identify yourself as a student with a disability, please contact Ms. Lou Ann Sears, Director, Learning Resources Center, FOB 105, (724) 836-7098.

Sexual Harassment Policy: The University of Pittsburgh is committed to the maintenance of a community free from all forms of sexual harassment.  Sexual harassment violates University policy as well as state, federal, and local laws.  It is neither permitted nor condoned.  The coverage of this policy extends to all faculty, researchers, staff, students, vendors, contractors, and visitors to the University.

 It is also a violation of the University of Pittsburgh’s policy against sexual harassment for any employee or student at the University of Pittsburgh to attempt in any way to retaliate against a person who makes a claim of sexual harassment.

 Any individual who, after thorough investigation and an informal or formal hearing, is found to have violated the University’s policy against sexual harassment will be subject to disciplinary action, including, but not limited to reprimand, suspension, termination, or expulsion.  Any disciplinary action taken will depend upon the severity of the offense.

Definition:  Sexual harassment is any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when: (1) Submission to such conduct is an explicit or implicit condition of employment or academic success; (2) Submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as the basis for an employment or academic decision; or (3) Such conduct has the purpose or effect of (a) Unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work or academic performance; or (b) Creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or academic environment.

 While sexual harassment most often takes place where there is a power differential between the persons involved, it also may occur between the persons involved, it also may occur between persons of the same status.  Sexual harassment can occur on University premises or off campus at University sponsored events.  It can occur between members of the same gender as well as between members of different genders.

Assistance:  For further information or assistance regarding sexual harassment, please call any of the following resource staff:  Pittsburgh Campus – Carol W. Mohamed, Office of Human Resources 412-624-1209; Patricia E. Beeson, Office of the Provost 412-624-0790; Sara A. McGee, University Student Judicial System 412-648-7910; Bradford Campus – L. Greville, 814-362-5121; Greensburg Campus – Staff - Joyce E. Bucchi, 724-836-9902; Students - R. Leigh Hoffman, 724-836-9954; or Faculty – Martha J. Koehler, 724-836-9993; Johnstown Campus – Robert J. Yaskanich, 814-269-7119; or Titusville Campus – Christopher J. Coat, 814-827-4437.

For confidential counseling services, please call any of the following offices:  University Counseling Center 412-648-7930; Sexual Assault Services 412-648-7856; or Faculty and Staff Assistance Program 412-647-3327 or 800-647-3327.
 

Anti-Harassment Policy
No University employee, University student, or individual on University property may intentionally harass or abuse a person (physically or verbally) with the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with such person’s work or academic performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or academic environment. Consistent with the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy Statement, this Anti-Harassment Policy includes cases where the conduct is based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. This policy will be applied with due respect for the University’s commitment to equality of opportunity, human dignity, diversity, and academic freedom.
For further information, contact the Office of Affirmative Action at 412-648-7860 or the Employee Relations Section of the Office of Human Resources.

Nondiscrimination Policy Statement

The University of Pittsburgh, as an educational institution and as an employer, values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity.  Accordingly, the University prohibits and will not engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era.  Further, the University will continue to take affirmative steps to support and advance these values consistent with the University's mission.  This policy applies to admissions, employment, access to, and treatment in University programs and activities.  This is a commitment made by the University and is in accordance with federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations.

For information on University equal opportunity and affirmative action programs and complaint/grievance procedures, please contact: University of Pittsburgh, Carol W. Mohamed, Director of Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion (and Title IX and 504, ADA Coordinator), Office of Affirmative Action, 412 Bellefield Hall, Pittsburgh, PA  15260  (412) 648-7861.