Office for Institutional Integrity and Access
The Office for Institutional Integrity and Access is responsible for promoting a just, safe, and productive campus environment free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and barriers to access. The Office’s mission is to eliminate barriers that inhibit individuals and groups from enjoying full access to UNC Asheville’s employment, education, research, community enrichment, and public service opportunities.
Title IX
Gender Equity and Sexual Respect
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”) defines and ensures gender equity in education. The law prohibits all forms of sex-based discrimination in any education program or activity that receives federal funding. For policies, processes, and resources please follow the link below.
Accessibility Services
Student & Employee Accommodations
The Office of Accessibility works collaboratively with students, employees, and visitors to ensure that all aspects of campus life are accessible. To apply for accommodations or access resources for students and employees, please follow the link below.
Clery Compliance
Campus Crime Reports and Statistics
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) is a federal mandate requiring higher education institutions to disclose information about crime on their campuses and in the surrounding communities. Please follow the link below for more information on reporting and campus safety.
Protection of Minors
All programs involving minors taking place on University property, as well as University-sponsored youth programs held off campus, are required to register and receive prior approval.
Other Discrimination & Harassment
Education & Employment Opportunity
UNC Asheville is committed to maintaining a learning, living, and working environment free of discrimination and harassment. For sex-based discrimination, please see the Title IX page above. For policies and resources for all other forms of discrimination, please follow the link below.
Drug-Free Schools & Communities Act
UNC Asheville is committed to maintaining a drug-free campus and promoting an environment free of illegal drug use and abuse of alcohol. The Office for Institutional Integrity and Access provides resources and distributes an annual report on compliance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act.
Contact the Office for Institutional Integrity and Access
Heather L. Lindkvist
Assistant Vice Chancellor
Office: 116 Highsmith
Phone: (828) 232-5658
Email: hlindkvi@unca.edu
Stephanie Bullick
Director of Accessibility
Office: 120 Zageir Hall
Phone: (828) 251-6292
Email: sbullick@unca.edu