Case Western Reserve University does not discriminate in recruitment, employment nor policy administration on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, color, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era. In addition, the university expects all employees, students, vendors, and associates to participate in its program of non- discrimination. The university intends to maintain an environment free of sexual harassment and will not tolerate any form of harassment of its employees, faculty, or students. Retaliation against persons raising concerns about sexual harassment or harassment of any kind is prohibited and will constitute separate grounds for disciplinary action up to and including discharge or expulsion from the university.