UW Policies & Student Resources

Equal Opportunity

The Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Links to an external site. (EOAA) supports the University’s compliance with the law and spirit of equal opportunity and affirmative action as it relates to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected veterans.

Disability Resources for Students

Embedded in the core values of the University of Washington is a commitment to ensuring access to a quality higher education experience for a diverse student population. Disability Resources for Students Links to an external site. (DRS) recognizes disability as an aspect of diversity that is integral to society and to our campus community. DRS serves as a partner in fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all University of Washington students. DRS Seattle has transitioned all advising & services online – all appointments are currently remote (via phone/video/email). Their office in Mary Gates Hall will be closed to the public until further notice, but coordinators and staff are available remotely for questions and meetings during our regular business hours.

Title IX: Sex- and Gender-Based Discrimination

Title IX, Title VII, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Washington State law, and University of Washington policy collectively prohibit discrimination based on sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression, pregnant or parenting status, and LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) identity. Anyone may contact the Office of the Title IX Coordinator Links to an external site. at any time about sex- and gender-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, and other forms of sexual misconduct.