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Discrimination and sexual harassment

The University prohibits discrimination

The University of Missouri-Kansas City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, status as a disabled veteran or a veteran of the Vietnam era, or gender identity.


If you believe you are a victim of discrimination or sexual harassment, visit UMKC's Division of Diversity, Access and Equity to file a formal complaint. You may also contact:

Victor Holden
Affirmative Action Director
Administrative Center
Room 212D
Phone: 816-235-6910
E-mail: holdenv@umkc.edu

Making a formal complaint

The UMKC Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management actively fosters a diverse and inclusive learning environment that supports students’ and student organizations’ rights to promote their curricular and extra-curricular ideas, beliefs and activities in accordance with University regulations.


Students who believe that their rights are violated can make a formal complaint through the University of Missouri Grievance Procedure.


Additionally, the grievance procedure for students is outlined in the flow chart below. To begin the grievance process, a student must:

  • Identify a specific complaint that occurred within the last 160 days;
  • Identify a specific staff, faculty, office, or department said to be responsible for violating the students' rights;
  • Identify a specific remedy that will settle your complaint; and
  • Contact either the vice chancellor in the Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management or the director in the Office of Diversity, Access and Equity.

Complaint process