It is the policy of the AOAEX and it's member institutions not to engage in discrimination against, or harassment of any student or applicant seeking enrollment on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship or status as a veteran. This policy also applies to all employment practices of the member institutions including recruitment, selection, promotion, transfer, merit increase, salary, training and development, demotion and separation. This policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable state and federal laws and institution policies.