The University of Pittsburgh, as an educational institution and as an employer, values equality of opportunity, human dignity; and racial / ethnic and cultural diversity. Accordingly, the University prohibits and will not engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era. Further, the University will continue to take affirmative steps to support and advance these values consistent with the University's mission. This policy applies to admissions, employment, access to, and treatment in University programs and activities. This is a commitment made by the University and is in accordance with federal, state, and / or local laws and regulations.

For information on University equal opportunity and affirmative action programs and complaint / grievance procedures, please contact the Assistant to the Chancellor and Director of Affirmative Action and Title IX and 504 Coordinator, Office of Affirmative Action, 901 William Pitt Union, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15260, 412-648-7860.

In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, the University guarantees that students have the right to inspect all personally identifiable records maintained by the institution and may challenge the content and accuracy of those records through appropriate institutional procedures. It is further guaranteed by the University that student records containing personally identifiable information will not be released except as permitted by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.