The Dakota College annual catalog is published each year. It presents an outline of the organization, its history and scope, members of the faculty for the current year, and descriptions of the various courses of study to be offered during the academic year.
Disclaimer
Catalogs and bulletins of educational institutions are usually prepared by faculty committees or administrative officers for the purpose of furnishing prospective students and other interested persons with information about the institution. Announcements contained in such printed material are subject to change without notice and may not be regarded as binding obligations on the institution and the State. As these announcements are prepared some time in advance, changes are sometimes necessary during the academic year. Dakota College administration and faculty reserve the right to make changes in curricula, academic guidelines and other rules and regulations at any time.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Dakota College does not engage in discrimination or harassment against any person because of race, color, religion or creed, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, disability, age, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, political beliefs or affiliations, or information protected by the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA); and complies with all federal and state non-discrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations, including remaining compliant and consistent with the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy on non-discrimination applies to admissions, enrollment, scholarships, loan programs, participation in Dakota College activities, employment, and access to or participation in, and treatment in all programs and activities. Dakota College prohibits retaliation against any individual or group who exercises the rights or responsibilities protected under the provisions of state law, federal law and/or institutional policy. Employees or students who violate this policy may face disciplinary action up to and including separation from Dakota College. Third parties who commit discrimination or harassment may have their relationships with Dakota College terminated and/or privileges of being on premises withdrawn.
Questions, comments, or complaints regarding sexual discrimination or sexual harassment may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator. All other forms of discrimination (e.g., racial) or harassment may be directed to Human Resources, as appropriate.
Sara Abrahamson
Human Resources Director
500 University Ave W
Minot, ND 58707
701-858-4610
hr@minotstate.edu
Laura Halvorson
Title IX Coordinator
105 Simrall Blvd
Bottineau, ND 58318
701-228-5680
laura.halvorson@dakotacollege.edu
Complaints may also be filed with the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
John C. Kluczynski Federal Building
230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor
Chicago, IL 60604
Telephone: 312-730-1560
OCR.Chicago@ed.gov
Equal Opportunity
Dakota College is fully committed to equal opportunity in employment decisions and educational programs and activities, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status or veterans’ status. Inquiries concerning compliance may be directed to the College’s Equal Opportunity Officer (dcbhuman.resources@dakotacollege.edu) or the Office of Civil Rights, U.S Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor; Chicago, IL 60604, Telephone: 312-730-1560, fax (312) 750-1576 or OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Student inquiries concerning the Americans with Disabilities Act may contact Lynn Bristol, Disability & Accessibility Services, located in the Academic Center for Excellence in Thatcher Hall.
Title IX Compliance
Title IX policy is required by federal law (Title IX, Education Amendments of 1972) and implementation of this policy is guided by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights. In accordance with Title IX, Dakota College does not discriminate based on sex or gender identity in educational program and activities.
Sexual misconduct and discrimination are prohibited in all forms, regardless of intent to harm. This includes sexual violence, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, coercion, and sexual harassment. All of these are examples of sexual discrimination and sexual misconduct, and all are prohibited.
Also prohibited under Title IX is any rule violated on the basis of the recipient’s sex/gender which is severe enough to cause a discriminatory effect. (Examples of this may include but are not limited to bullying, cyber-bullying, relationship violence, and stalking.)