Notice of Non-Discrimination

As an institution that is grounded in the relentless pursuit of core values that include equality and justice for all, the College adheres to Title IX and to all other federal and state civil rights laws banning discrimination in private institutions of higher education. 

Guilford College does not discriminate on the basis of:

  • sex/gender,
  • age,
  • race,
  • color,
  • creed,
  • religion,
  • national origin,
  • sexual orientation,
  • gender identity,
  • disability,
  • genetic information,
  • military status,
  • veteran status, or
  • any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. 

The prohibition on discrimination applies to any and all educational program or activities that Guilford College operates, including but not limited to:

  • admissions policies;
  • educational programs;
  • scholarships,
  • loans, and
  • other financial aid; and athletic and other school-administered programs, services, and activities. 

The prohibition on discrimination also applies to applicants or employees with respect to employment.  

Guilford College complies with Title IX which prohibits sexual discrimination and sexual harassment, including acts of sexual violence. Inquiries regarding this policy or Title IX generally may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator:

Barbara J. Lawrence, Title IX Coordinator
Vice President, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
King Hall 108
Telephone: (336) 316-2432
Email: blawrenc@guilford.edu

Or to the Assistant Secretary, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights:

Washington, DC (Metro)
Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue,  SW
Washington, DC  20202-1475
Telephone: (202) 453-6020; Fax: (202) 453-6021; TDD: (800) 877-8339
Email:  OCR.DC@ed.gov