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Introduction to FVTC
Dear Student,
Welcome to the 2019-20 academic year at Fox Valley Technical College! This section is the student handbook and contains important information you need to know about the college. It contains college policies and information that inform you what your responsibilities are as a student while attending FVTC. The expectation for all students is to abide by all college policies. In addition, it is a resource for services to assist you. It is important that you make yourself familiar with the information. Keep this handbook with you throughout the year to refer to. You are responsible to be aware of the information provided in this handbook. If you think something needs to be added or you would like to provide feed- back, we welcome your comments at studentlife@fvtc.edu
Enjoy your school year at FVTC!
Equal Opportunity & Affirmative Action Commitment
Notification of Compliance
Fox Valley Technical College (FVTC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including members of underrepresented racial and ethnic backgrounds, females, veterans and individuals of all abilities.
FVTC strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its com- munity. FVTC does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status or weight. This applies to conduct occurring on campus, and during any College program or activity off-campus or abroad including academic programs, admissions, recruitment, financial aid, housing and employment.
FVTC recognizes the importance of diversity for assuring the success of students and graduates in an in- creasingly global environment. We seek to establish the diversity that will provide all of our students with a learning environment to develop leaders and lifelong learners. Our efforts to attract a diverse student body will be enhanced by attracting diverse staff and administrators.
FVTC is committed to maintaining a work and educational environment free from influence or prejudi- cial behavior and sexual harassment and a workplace and educational environment in which all terms, conditions, privileges and benefits are administered in an equitable manner. FVTC has an internal complaint procedure and system to process and resolve grievances. For additional information regarding these processes, please contact the staff designated below:
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer:
Rayon Brown, Director-Diversity and Inclusion Services Appleton Campus – E120A
920-735-4820
brown@fvtc.edu
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