Title VI
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. It helps ensure that all individuals have equal access to educational opportunities, services, and benefits, and protects against discrimination, harassment, and retaliation related to these protected characteristics.
Title VI Nondiscrimination Notice
Alfred State College is committed to ensuring that no student or employee is excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
Your rights under Title VI
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects people from discrimination based on race, color, and national origin. At Alfred State College, you have the right to:
- Access all college programs, services, and activities free from discrimination
- Receive meaningful access to college programs regardless of national origin or English proficiency
- File a complaint if you believe you have experienced discrimination
- Be free from retaliation for reporting discrimination or participating in an investigation
Title VI Coordinator
Questions, concerns, or complaints related to Title VI may be directed to the college's designated coordinator:
Kayleigh Jones (she/her)
Director of Institutional Compliance and Equity
Human Resources
Huntington Administration Building, Room 206
Alfred, NY 14802
(607) 587-4026
joneskm1@alfredstate.edu
How to File a Complaint
If you believe you have been discriminated against on the basis of race, color, or national origin, you may file a complaint using any of the following options:
Use our official Alfred State College Reporting Form
This form is to be used by students and employees to file a complaint of discrimination based on Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Sexual Orientation, Veteran's Status, Age, Disability, Marital or Parental Status, or Sexual Harassment.
Contact the Title VI Coordinator Directly
Reach out to Alfred State's designated coordinator using the contact information above. Complaints may be submitted by email, phone, or in person.
What Happens After a Title VI Complaint Is Submitted?
Once a Title VI complaint is submitted, the following steps generally occur.
Complaint Receipt and Review
The complaint is received and reviewed to determine whether the allegations fall within the scope of Title VI and whether sufficient information has been provided to proceed.
Acknowledgment and Intake
The complainant is notified that the complaint has been received, and additional information may be requested if needed.
Investigation
If the complaint is accepted for review, an impartial investigation will be conducted. This may include interviews with the complainant, respondent, and witnesses, as well as a review of relevant documents and other evidence.
Findings and Determination
Investigators evaluate the evidence and determine whether there is sufficient evidence that a Title VI violation occurred.
Resolution
If a violation is found, appropriate corrective actions will be taken to address the issue and prevent recurrence. In some cases, complaints may be resolved through informal resolution processes when appropriate.
Notification of Outcome
Both the complainant and the respondent will be notified of the outcome of the complaint process, consistent with applicable laws and institutional policies.
Please Note
The timeline for resolving a complaint may vary depending on the complexity of the allegations, the availability of witnesses and evidence, and other relevant factors. The institution strives to address all complaints promptly and fairly.