Title IX has been traditionally known as a law that protects women in athletics. However, this law encompasses much more than just women in sports. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law intended to end sex discrimination in all areas of education. It applies to non-discrimination based on sex/gender to all institutions who receive federal funds. It also applies to program equity (Athletics, areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.)

What is Title IX?

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal law set to end sex discrimination and provide guidance regarding equity and sexual discrimination in all federally funded educational institutions. This law forbids sex discrimination in all student services and academic programs such as, but not limited to: admissions, financial aid, career services, residence life, classrooms, health and counseling services. Title IX also forbids discrimination on employment and in hiring. Its goal is to protect people and ensure that their right to be in a safe environment, free of sexual violence and unequal treatment is instituted and enforced.

Historic Background

Title IX was signed into law by President Gerard Ford in 1972. (more soon)

40th Anniversary of Title IX - VIDEO

http://www.whitehouse.gov/blog/2012/06/21/40th-anniversary-title-ix

Ana M. Richards
Diversity Specialist & Title IX Coordinator
UAF, Office of Diversity & Equal Opportunity
P.O. Box 756910
Fairbanks, Alaska 99775-6910
amrichards@alaska.edu
(907) 474-7393

Mauria Gerdeman
Complaints Manager
Office of Diversity & Equal Opportunity
Nordic House, 739 Columbia Circle
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK 99775
907.474.6600 Office
mbgerdeman@alaska.edu
http://www.uaf.edu/oeo/