Human Resources | Diversity & Inclusion
NON-DISCRIMINATION MISCONDUCT POLICY
In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws.
This commitment applies but is not limited to decisions made with respect to hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other College-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.
Any member of the SUNO community has the right to raise concerns or make a complaint regarding discrimination without fear of retaliation. Any and all inquiries regarding the application of this statement and related policies may be referred to: Ms. Sheridan Cooper, Director of Disability Services & Deputy Title III Coordinator at (504) 286-5362 or scooper@suno.edu.. Complaints may also be made online by clicking here: Title IX Complaint Form.
As set forth in our policies, individuals also may file complaints with administrative agencies, such as the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
Office of Civil Rights for Louisiana (Dallas Office)
1999 Bryan St., Suite 1620
Dallas, Texas 75201-6810
Phone Number: 214-661-9600/214-661-9600
E-mail: OCR.Dallas@ed.gov
DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, SEXUAL HARASSMENT, AND SEXUAL VIOLENCE POLICY
As set forth by the Southern University System (SUS) policies, SUNO (the “University”) is committed to maintaining a fair and unbiased environment for living, working and studying. The University aims to provide an environment that is free of discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment and sexual violence. Discrimination and harassment in any form are not tolerated.
The university forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws.
A copy of the Southern University System’s policy can be found here: SUS Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Harassment & Sexual Violence policy.
Employees may file a complaint with the Office of Human Resources by contacting:
Office of Human Resources
Attention: Bernette Taylor, Director
6400 Press Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70126 Phone
Number: (504)-286-5273
E-mail: ttaylor@suno.edu
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES & REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION(S)
As set forth by the Southern University System (SUS) policies, SUNO (the “University”) does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities in regard to application procedures, hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, training, or other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.
As part of its effort to comply with both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and similar state laws, the University will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless such accommodations would create an undue hardship or pose a direct threat to the health and safety of the individual or others. The University fully embraces its obligations in this regard and expects all employees to actively engage in an interactive process to identify and assess potential accommodations that will enable qualified individuals with disabilities to better perform the essential functions of the position they hold or seek.
A copy of the Southern University System’s policy can be found here: Americans with Disabilities Act policy.
Employees or applicants in need of an accommodation may make a request with the Office of Human Resources by contacting:
Office of Human Resources
Attention: Bernette Taylor, Director
6400 Press Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70126
Phone Number: (504) XXX-XXXX
E-mail: emailaddress@suno.edu
TRAINING RESOURCES
Several web-based trainings are made available to the various agencies of the State of Louisiana, to include Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO). Employees are encouraged to participate in these trainings as a way in which to reinforce awareness around diversity and inclusion.
• CPTP Disability Awareness
• CPTP SCS Exploring Diversity
• CPTP Emotional Intelligence I
• CPTP Emotional Intelligence II
For more information on how to access these trainings, please contact:
Office of Human Resources
Attention: Katina Jones, HR Analyst
6400 Press Dr.
New Orleans, LA 70126
Phone Number: (504) 286-527
E-mail: kajones@suno.edu