The School acknowledges its legal and ethical duty to afford equal treatment and equal opportunity to all persons, and thus complies with all applicable laws and regulations that promote nondiscrimination and equality of opportunity. It prohibits discrimination against its employees, students, and applicants based on race, gender, religion, age, national ancestry or origin, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, sources of income, or other impermissible reason; harassment and sexual harassment are also prohibited. The School also bars retaliation against an employee, student, or applicant who files a complaint of discrimination against the administration and/or faculty.