MENU SEARCH Title IX and Non-discrimination CURRENT: HOME > ABOUT SMC > DISCLOSURES AND POLICIES > POLICIES > SECURITY AND CAMPUS USE POLICIES > TITLE IX AND NON-DISCRIMINATION ABOUT SMC Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy Southwestern Michigan College is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the unique value and perspective of each person. The College is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment, education, all of its programs, and use of its facilities for all persons regardless of race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, creed, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, familial status, marital status, military status, veteran's status, or other status as protected by law, or genetic information in all programs, activities, services, employment, and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment that is unrelated to the person's ability to perform the duties of a particular job or position or that is unrelated to the person's ability to participate in educational programs, courses, services, or activities offered by the College. The College complies with all state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination including, but not limited to, the Elliott Larson Civil Rights Act, Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and with all requirements and regulations of the U.S. Department of Education. The College does not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights website for the address and phone number of the office that serves your area, or call 1-800-421-3481. For inquiries related to Title IX please contact the Director of Security and Conduct (for students) or the Director of Human Resources (for employees). For inquiries related to the Equal Opportunity Policy and/or Title VI, Section 504, or the ADA please contact the Chief of Staff. Director of Security and Conduct David C. Briegel Building, Room 2104 58900 Cherry Grove Rd. Dowagiac, MI 49047 269-782-1321 titleix@swmich.edu Director of Human Resources David C. Briegel Building, Room 2106 58900 Cherry Grove Rd. Dowagiac, MI 49047 269-783-2110 titleix@swmich.edu Chief of Staff David C. Briegel Building, Room 2104 58900 Cherry Grove Rd. Dowagiac, MI 49047 269-782-1276 civilrights@swmich.edu Title IX Policy Southwestern Michigan College is committed to complying with the Title IX amendment, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of sex, including gender-based behaviors that deny a student the ability to participate in their educational experience. This includes all forms of sexual violence, sexual harassment, sexual assault, stalking, dating violence, and domestic violence. See the for more information or view the full Sexual Misconduct Policy here. Main Navigation Academics Admissions Cost & Aid Life at SMC About SMC Audiences Prospective Students Current Students Parents Community Alumni SMC Foundation Niles Campus Consumer Disclosures Employment Title IX Consumer Information Notice of Non-Discrimination Concerns Campus Safety Info & Resources Privacy Policy DOWAGIAC CAMPUS 58900 Cherry Grove Road Dowagiac, MI 49047 Dowagiac Campus Map NILES CAMPUS 33890 US Hwy 12 Niles, MI 49120 Niles Campus Map 800.456.8675 info@swmich.edu © 2021 Southwestern Michigan College