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Church Educational System Nondiscrimination

Policy

Brigham Young University–Hawaii prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable law, in employment, education, and all BYU–Hawaii programs and activities.

Notwithstanding the above, as an educational institution sponsored by and affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University–Hawaii lawfully gives strong preference to qualified, faithful members of the Church of Jesus Christ in employment and admissions decisions.

Consistent with its religious affiliation and purpose, Brigham Young University–Hawaii requires all faculty, staff, and students to abide by the Church Educational System Honor Code, which contains essential elements of the religious values, practices, and beliefs of the Church of Jesus Christ.

Disclaimer

The policies on this website (including any university procedures, processes, benefits, courses of conduct, or oral or written statements arising from or related to these policies) do not constitute any legally enforceable contract, obligation, or liability on the part of the university, except to the extent that they are incorporated by reference into a written agreement signed by an authorized university official. These policies do not alter the “at-will” employment status of any university employee hired on an “at-will” basis. The university reserves the right to interpret, revise, or withdraw these policies at any time and at its sole discretion.

Details

RELATED POLICIES AND PROCEDURES


Accommodations of Persons with Disabilities

CES Honor Code

Employee Grievance

Hiring/Employment

Sexual Harassment

Personnel Conduct

Information


Applicability
Everyone

Policy Owner


Human Resources Director

Executive Sponsor


Administrative Vice President

Common Abbreviations


Brigham Young University–Hawaii ("BYU–Hawaii" or "university")

Church Educational System ("CES")

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ("Church of Jesus Christ" or "Church")

Revision History


Created: 5/30/2019
Last Reviewed: 05/14/2025
Next Review: 11/19/2026
Last Modified: 07/30/2025

A full revision history is maintained by the Office of Compliance & Ethics