Equal Opportunity and Disability Accommodations

Use of the Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Minnesota Equal Opportunity Statement is required by University policy to be included in every University publication. With respect to job openings, it must be used in published advertisements as well as on the job description itself.

The Minnesota Equal Opportunity Statement is included in job postings to obtain the widest possible pool of applicants by emphasizing the University's commitment to an open and fair search process. The statement is also used to increase the community's awareness that this university is committed to the philosophy and practice of equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Three versions of the statement (long, medium, and short) are available (see below). These options provide flexibility, given the practical concerns of saving space on a printed page and keeping costs under control when advertising must be purchased. The long form is particularly intended for use in collegiate bulletins, employee handbooks, and application forms. It is rarely used for hiring situations. The medium form is recommended for most other publications, and would often be used on the job description and in published job announcements. The short form is used on posters, and in cases of severe space limitations, or where cost would be prohibitive.

Disability Accommodations

It is important for the University to be proactive about (1) ensuring disability access when appropriate, and (2) informing people with disabilities of the accommodations and resources available to them.

In the context of searches, it is not necessary to refer specifically to accommodations in advertisements. However, both of the following statements regarding accommodations should be included in all other communications to applicants:

• To request disability accommodations, please contact (name, department, address, phone number).

AND

• This material is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact (name, department, address, phone number).

For further information about how to provide the necessary accommodations, please contact the DRC office on your campus (UM Crookston - 218.281.8587, UM Duluth -218.726.8217, UM Morris 320.589.6178, UM Rochester - 507.258.8058, UM Twin Cities - 612.626.1333). .

Equal Opportunity Statement

Long Form  
(for use in collegiate bulletins, employee handbooks, and application forms)

The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Inquiries regarding compliance may be directed to the Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX, University of Minnesota, 274 McNamara Alumni Center, 200 Oak Street S.E., Minneapolis, MN 55455, (612) 624-9547, [email protected]. Website at www.eoaa.umn.edu.

This publication/material is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact (name, department, address, phone number).

Medium Form  
(recommended for most other publications and advertising for positions)

The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

Short Form  
(for posters and cases of severe space limitation)

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

Disability Access Statements

For conferences, events, and activities, have someone in the unit be responsible for handling requests. In publishing registration brochures, invitations, or fliers, use the following statement:

To request disability accommodations, please contact (name, department, address, phone number).

Publications such as course syllabi, college bulletins, program brochures, class schedules, newsletters, and instructional publications must be provided in alternative formats upon request (Braille, large print, tape, electronic). In these publications, use the following statement:

This publication/material is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact (name, department, address, phone number).