Non-Discrimination Policy

Sexual & Discriminatory Harassment Policy

The University of Notre Dame strives to maintain a community characterized by a respect for others. At a minimum, this means a community that is free from sexual and discriminatory harassment. Our culture of respect means that no type of sexual or discriminatory harassment is tolerated, and all incidents of intolerant or disrespectful conduct will be addressed. The University is dedicated to responding quickly and thoroughly to all reports of sexual or discriminatory harassment and to enforcing the University’s Non-Retaliation Policy to protect those who report and/or are involved in an investigation of sexual or discriminatory harassment.

For reporting procedures, see the University’s Policy On Sexual And Discriminatory Harassment.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In compliance with federal law and the University of Notre Dame’s non-discrimination policy, Notre Dame Law School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in the administration of any of its educational programs, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, or in employment.

Notre Dame Law School is committed to building an inclusive community and welcomes all individuals. The University’s “Spirit of Inclusion” statement may be reviewed at http://diversity.nd.edu/ and http://diversity.nd.edu/together-at-notre-dame/.

The University has designated the Director of its Office of Institutional Equity to handle all inquiries regarding its Notice of Non-Discrimination. You may contact the Director by emailing equity@nd.edu, by calling 574-631-0444, or by writing to: Director, Office of Institutional Equity, 100 Grace Hall, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556.

As a member of the Association of American Law Schools (AALS), Notre Dame Law School complies with the provision of AALS Bylaw 6-3 that requires member schools to provide equality of opportunity in legal education for all persons. Notre Dame Law School is committed to building an inclusive community and welcomes all people, regardless of gender (including identity and expression), religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, social or economic class, nationality, disability, or age.

The Career Development Office complies with the American Bar Association (ABA) and the AALS requirements that all employers to whom we provide assistance and facilities for interviewing and other placement functions observe the principles of equal opportunity to obtain employment without discrimination or segregation on the ground of race, color, national origin, gender (including identity and expression), sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or discrimination on the basis of religion.

Notre Dame Law School welcomes people of all faiths and religions. At the same time, consistent with ABA Standard 205, Notre Dame Law School reserves its right under the law to make hiring, admission, and other decisions in accord with its Catholic identity and its mission as a Catholic institution. In addition, Notre Dame Law School reserves all other legal rights as a religious institution.

Policies Governing Student Life

Du Lac: A Guide to Student Life includes the codes, rules, regulations, and policies that establish the official parameters for student life and behavior. Unless otherwise noted, the policies and procedures in du Lac apply to all students – undergraduate, graduate, and professional — whether the behavior occurs on or off campus. Copies of du Lac are provided to all students at the time of their enrollment and may also be obtained from the Office of Community Standards.