Nondiscrimination Statement

Statement of Nondiscrimination

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Continuous Notice: It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.  

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Director, Enterprise Risk Management, 2006 South Ankeny Boulevard, Bldg 22, Ankeny, IA 50023, 515-513-0655, feedback@dmacc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov

Annual Notice of Nondiscrimination: It is the policy of Des Moines Area Community College not to discriminate in its programs, activities, or employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

If you have questions or complaints related to compliance with this policy, please contact Jason Grinstead Director, Enterprise Risk Management, 2006 South Ankeny Boulevard, Bldg 22, Ankeny, IA 50023, 515-513-0655, feedback@dmacc.edu or the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695 FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339 Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.

Title IX Contacts

In the event of Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Domestic/Dating Violence, Stalking, and related crimes, contact the Title IX Coordinator.

Title IX questions and concerns for students may be directed to Anthony Pawnell, the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 5, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-308-4787, acpawnelljr@dmacc.edu.

Title IX questions and concerns for employees may be directed to Amy Knight, the Deputy Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-965-7199, aaknight@dmacc.edu.

Visit the DMACC Title IX webpage for more information.

Accommodations

Des Moines Area Community College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Iowa Civil Rights Act (ICRA), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act in ensuring persons with disabilities have an opportunity equal to that of their peers without disabilities to participate in the College’s programs, services, and activities, including those delivered through electronic and information technology.

For requests or inquiries regarding access to the College’s webpage or another electronic resource, and/or to report any technology-based barriers and to request access, please contact Sharon Bittner, the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, sgbittner@dmacc.edu.

Visit the DMACC Accommodations webpage for more information. 

Student Pregnancy or Recent Birth Accommodations

Pregnancy/post-pregnancy birth and pregnancy support related questions and concerns may be directed to Jennifer Argo, the Disability Services Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd., Bldg. 6, Ankeny IA, phone 515-964-6850, jdargo@dmacc.edu.

Visit the Student Pregnancy or Recent Birth Accommodations policy for more information.

DMACC Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs

Des Moines Area Community College offers programs in the following career and technical education subject areas. Lack of English language proficiency will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. Remedial course work may be required.

Admission Criteria

DMACC’s policy to admit all individuals with either a high school diploma or its equivalent (HSED/GED) and students who wish to transfer from other colleges and universities. High school students who meet the Senior Year Plus requirements may enroll in dual credit courses with permission from the high school and the College. The individual degree programs listed below have additional admission requirements; follow the links for details on our website(s) or check the current college catalog.

Notification of this policy of non-discrimination must be published in forums that will allow the entire public to view it.  DMACC has adopted the following practices regarding distribution of the annual notice:

  • Posted on the college website. The annual notice will be posted in August annually.
  • Distribution to current students annually via email as part of the annual notification email. Distribution occurs in September.
  • Distribution to employees occurs annually in September.

Annual Notice is the responsibility of the following:

The Director of Accreditation and Compliance is responsible for:

  • Ensuring that all CTE programs and specific admissions requirements are included.
  • Communication with students.
  • Communication with employees.
  • The website and material publication.

DMACC’s Director of Accreditation and Compliance, Megan Mohrhauser, serves as the point of contact for questions regarding the statement, its use, policies and any concerns or complaints.

Updated April 2026