Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination, and Harassment

Discrimination and Harassment

American University of the Caribbean Notice of Nondiscrimination 

American University of the Caribbean (AUC) is committed to providing an education conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual and to maintaining an academic environment free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or parental status, or political affiliation in the admission to, access to, or treatment, or employment in any of its programs or activities. AUC will not tolerate, condone, or allow discrimination or harassment, whether engaged in by fellow students, faculty members or nonfaculty colleagues. This policy is consistent with relevant governmental statutes and regulations, including those pursuant to the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and applicable provisions of the Education Amendments of 1972, as well as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended. 

Non-Discrimination Policy

Non-Discrimination Procedures

Colleague Anti Harassment Policy

Complaints of discrimination or harassment should be reported to:

Laura Boedeker
Director, Office of Nondiscrimination and Access 
Covista
233 S. Wacker Drive | Chicago, IL 60606
630-829-0233 | ONA@covista.com

Reasonable Modifications & Accommodations for Religious Observances & Practices 

AUC respects the right of all students to observe and practice their religious faiths. Questions regarding reasonable modifications of religious observances should be directed to an academic support advisor. A student who has a request or question regarding other potential religious accommodations regarding admission, attendance, vaccinations, attire and other requirements should contact the Office of Nondiscrimination and Access at ONA@covista.com. To review AUC’s Religious Accommodations Policy and Procedure, refer to the AUC Student Handbook at AUC Student Handbook (aucmed.edu).