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Responsibility the University The programs and/or requirements set forth in this catalog are subject to change without notice. Any modification in the programs and/or requirements shall be made at the discretion of the administrative officers of Monmouth University whenever such action is deemed necessary. Equal Opportunity Policy Monmouth University supports equal opportunity in recruitment, admission, educational programs, and employment practices regardless of race, color, age, sex, disability, veteran status, marital status, religion, national origin, or sexual orientation. The University also complies with all major federal and state laws and executive orders requiring equal employment opportunity and/or affirmative action. Monmouth University affirms the right of its faculty, staff, and students to work and learn in an environment free from discrimination and sexual harassment and has developed procedures to be used to resolve discrimination or sexual harassment complaints. A copy of the University-wide policy on discrimination and sexual harassment, which describes the procedures for resolving such complaints, may be obtained from the Office of Affirmative Action, Human Relations and Compliance located in Wilson Hall, Room 307. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) establishes the right of all students to limited access to certain records and information; to review, purchase copies, gain correction of, and add explanations to records; and to receive a hearing on allegations of violations. The University may not require a waiver of these rights in its admission, academic, or service requirements. Information such as grades, financial records, and financial aid records will be released to parent(s) of Monmouth University students who are dependents of their parents as defined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), provided that the parent(s) furnishes proof of such dependency, or the student completes a "FERPA Waiver Release" form. The FERPA form is available in the Office of Registration and Records or in the Office of the Vice President for Student Services. Directory Information: Directory information may be released by the University without the student's permission unless the student states, in writing, within the first two weeks of the fall semester (or within the first two weeks of the spring semester for students entering Monmouth in the spring semester), what specific information he or she desires not be included as part of directory information. This is to be
submitted in writing to the Office of the Vice President for Student Services. Student requests to keep directory information confidential must be renewed in writing at the beginning of each semester. Directory information consists of the following information: Student's name Class level Registered credits current term Major field of study Participation in recognized activities and sports Biographic data for public relations purposes Dates of attendance at Monmouth University Degree and awards received at Monmouth University Photographs of student taken by Monmouth University Most recent previous educational institution attended status Veteran Telephone number Address Birthplace Birth date A copy of "Student Records Policies and Procedures for Monmouth University," developed in support of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, may be inspected at the Office of Registration and Records, Wilson Hall, Room 208. Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 The Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 provide that no otherwise qualified disabled person (student/employee/applicant) shall by reason of the disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefit of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance. An otherwise qualified individual with respect to postsecondary education is one who meets the essential academic requirements and, with respect to employment, is one who with reasonable accommodation can perform the essential functions of the job in question. Monmouth University has complied with these principles and intends to continue its compliance. The Director of Affirmative Action, Human Relations and Compliance has been designated by the University as the ADA/504 Coordinator. Anyone having a complaint or observation about a possibly discriminatory act or practice should contact the ADA/504 Coordinator (Wilson Hall, Room 307) for information concerning the grievance procedure. A prompt investigation will be undertaken in an effort to resolve the matter and assure compliance.
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Human Relations Philosophy and Policy Monmouth University affirms the inestimable worth and dignity of every individual, regardless of his or her condition of life. We affirm, further, the right of each person to develop to his or her full potential and to be judged on the basis of personal accomplishments. Finally, we believe that th...