Equal Education and Employment

Equal Education and Employment Opportunity (EEEO) Statement

In 1868, Ezra Cornell wrote, “I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study.” More than 150 years later, the “any person, any study” principle continues to guide the university community. Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities.

Consequently, no person will be denied admission to any education program or activity, nor will anyone be denied employment, on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Cornell also recognizes a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law. 

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Cornell welcomes students, faculty, and staff with diverse backgrounds from across the globe to pursue world-class education and career opportunities, to further the founding principle of “any person, any study.” No person shall be denied employment on the basis of any legally protected status or subjected to prohibited discrimination involving, but not limited to, such factors as race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

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With a founding principle of “any person, any study,” Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and educator.

With a founding principle of “any person, any study,” Cornell is an equal opportunity employer.

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Resources and Complaint Procedures

Concerns and complaints related to prohibited bias, discrimination, harassment, and sexual and related misconduct should be directed to the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX; 500 Day Hall, Ithaca NY 14853; 607 2552242; equity@cornell.edu or titleix@cornell.edu. Questions or complaints arising under Title IX should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator, Lauren Branchini; 500 Day Hall, Ithaca, NY 14853; 607-255-2242; titleix@cornell.edu. Information about how to report an incident or file a complaint is available at titleix.cornell.edu. Inquiries may also be directed to: U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights; 32 Old Slip 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500; 646-428-3800 OCR.NewYork@ed.gov.

Cornell University is committed to providing access and opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in their educational pursuit or employment.

• Information on services provided to prospective and current Cornell students with disabilities can be obtained by contacting: Student Disability Services, Cornell Health, Level 5, Ithaca, New York 14853-6601; 607-254-4545. sds_cu@cornell.edu.
• Prospective employees in need of an accommodation during the application or recruitment process pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act or New York state law should contact: the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX; 500 Day Hall, Ithaca NY 14853; 607-255-2242; equity@cornell.edu.
• Current employees in need of a workplace accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act or New York state law should contact: the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX; 500 Day Hall, Ithaca NY 14853; 607-255-2242; accommodations@cornell.edu.