Title IX prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs and activities in federally funded schools. Title IX protects students, employees, applicants for admission and employment and other persons from all forms of sex discrimination, including discrimination based on gender identity or failure to conform to stereotypical notions of masculinity or femininity.<\/p>\n
On this page, you will find information about Title IX, available resources and college policies and procedures regarding sexual misconduct. We hope you find this information helpful. If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact the Title IX Office at TitleIX@bemidjistate.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n Title IX also offers protections for pregnant or new parents who are students or staff. Bemidji State does not discriminate against any student on the basis of pregnancy or related conditions. The University will provide reasonable and appropriate adjustments and flexibility, upon request, to students based on their documented pregnancy-related circumstances. Such circumstances may include pregnancy, complications arising from pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, false pregnancy, miscarriage, termination of pregnancy or recovery. Bemidji State also has support for parenting students with children under the age of 18.<\/p>\n Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972<\/strong><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n “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 educational program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.”<\/p>\n Protections for Pregnant and Parenting Students 2024 Minnesota Statute 135A. 1582<\/strong><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n Parenting and pregnant students have rights under Minnesota Statute 135A.1582. There are supports available to assist students as they navigate pregnancy and parenthood.<\/p>\n “No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices or access to and participation in, programs, services and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by law is prohibited.”<\/p>\n “Sexual violence is an intolerable intrusion into the most personal and private rights of an individual and is prohibited at Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.”<\/p>\nTitle IX Amendments<\/h3>\n
Minnesota State Board Policies and System Procedures<\/h3>\n
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