The University of Iowa brings together in common pursuit of its educational goals persons of many nations, races, and creeds. The University is guided by the precept that in no aspect of its programs shall there be differences in the treatment of persons because of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual, and that equal opportunity and access to facilities shall be available to all. Among the classifications that deprive the person of consideration as an individual are those based on associational preference. These principles are expected to be observed in the internal policies and practices of the University, specifically in the admission, housing, and education of students; in policies governing programs of extracurricular life and activities; and in the employment of faculty and staff personnel. The University shall work cooperatively with the community in furthering these principles.

Complaints of alleged human rights violations can be filed with the University of Iowa charter Committee on Human Rights. The Committee investigates written complaints brought to the attention of the Committee Chairperson and makes recommendations to the president. Complaint forms are available from any member of the Committee; from the Campus Information Center at the Iowa Memorial Union; from Human Resources, 121 University Services Building; from Staff Relations, Room C110 GH, University Hospitals; and from Room 249, Iowa Memorial Union.