Statement of Non-Discrimination

Minnesota State University, Mankato is committed to providing equal education and employment opportunity for all students and employees, and preventing sexual misconduct in all forms. Minnesota State Mankato prohibits discrimination and harassment in employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in educational programs, services, and activities because of a person’s actual or perceived:

Race;
Sex (including pregnancy, child birth, and related medical conditions);
Color;
Creed;
Religion;
Age;
National Origin;
Disability;
Marital Status;
Status with regard to public assistance;
Sexual Orientation;
Gender Identity;
Gender Expression;
Veteran Status;
Familial Status;
Membership or activity in a local human rights commission;
Genetic information for employees;
And other identities protected by federal and state laws.

Federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination, harassment and/or retaliation include, but are not limited to: Minnesota Human Rights Act; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended.

Every member of the University community shares responsibility for fostering a campus environment free from discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and sexual misconduct. All students and employees are strongly encouraged to review the Minnesota State system policies and procedures relating to equal opportunity and sexual misconduct to understand their rights and responsibilities.

At Minnesota State Mankato, the Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX (EOTIX) coordinates the University’s compliance efforts and response to reported concerns under Minnesota State, University, federal and state requirements.

Concerns, questions or requests for information may be directed to the EOTIX team:

014 Morris Hall (lower level) Minnesota State campus | (507) 389-2986 | eotitleix@mnsu.edu

Information on submitting a report is available on our Submit an EOTIX Report page.

Note: Retaliation against members of the Minnesota State community who exercise their right to report discrimination, harassment and/or sexual violence is strictly prohibited by Minnesota State system policy as well as state and federal laws. Retaliation is grounds for filing a complaint with the EOTIX office and for separate disciplinary action.

Services are available to individuals with disabilities to access the University’s programs and services.

Lynn Bauer, Associate Director of Human Resources

ADA Coordinator (Title I – Employment; Employee ADA Accommodations)

336 Wigley Administration Center | (507) 389-6944 | lynn.bauer@mnsu.edu

Carine Omole, Senior Director of Accessibility Resources

ADA Compliance Officer (Title I – Public Services; Student Accommodations)

132 Memorial Library | (507) 389-1819 | carine.omole@mnsu.edu

The following resources are also available: 

Department	Campus Address	Office Number
Violence Awareness Response Programs (Confidential)	CSU 218	(507) 389-5127
University Security (24/7)	WC 222	(507) 389-2111
Student Health Services (Confidential)	CC 21	(507) 389-6276
Student Counseling Center (Confidential)	CSU 285	(507) 389-1455
Accessibility Resources	ML 132	(507) 389-2825
Employee Assistance Program (Confidential)	External	800-657-3719