This publication is intended to describe the academic programs and activities of Carson-Newman University. It is not an o ff er to make a contract. It is sometimes necessary or appropriate to change policies or programs o ff ered. Carson-Newman retains the right to terminate or change any of its policies, programs, requirements, course o ff erings, class schedules, instructor assignments, and all other aspects of its educational and other programs at any time without prior notice. Carson-Newman University defines the academic year as beginning with the fall semester and concluding with the end of the summer session in the subsequent summer. Carson-Newman University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or genetic information in the provision of its education policies, programs, services, and activities or employment opportunities and benefits. The University does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its educational programs and activities pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Inquiries and/or charges of violation concerning Title VI, Section 504, ADA, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), or any other of the other referenced policies should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, 1646 Russell Avenue, Suite 204 Fite Building, Je ff erson City, Tennessee 37760, telephone 865-471-7164. Title IX requires the University of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 and its implementing regulation at 34 C.F.R. Part 106 not to discriminate unlawfully on the basis of sex in its education program or activity. This prohibition extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about the application of Title IX may be directed to Randi Morrison, Director of Student Prevention Services & Title IX Coordinator, Maddox Student Activities Center, Suite 2010, 2130 Branner Avenue, Jefferson City, TN 37760, (865)-471-4186; TitleIX@cn.edu and/or to the Assistant Secretary of Education for Civil Rights, U. S. Department of Education.