Persons who believe they have experienced discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in connection with a university program should contact MSU’s Office of Civil Rights Compliance at 662-325-5839 or at titleix@msstate.edu.
University personnel generally may not dictate the language in which private conversations between students or staff are held. However, the university has a legitimate interest in ensuring that discussions held during class time, as part of university activities, or among groups of employees during working hours are conducted in a way that is most accessible and understandable to all participants, which may warrant a requirement that English be used. Instructors and supervisors should limit any language requirement to those circumstances in which communication in English is necessary.
In some instances, requests may be submitted directly to the instructor, supervisor, or other university personnel with whom you are working. For example, when the assistance needed is relatively straightforward—such as speaking more slowly or clearly—the request is often best handled directly.
Consistent with its commitment to prevent discrimination based on national origin, and to the extent required by applicable law, the university will take steps to ensure that its programs are accessible to persons with Limited English Proficiency.