Clauses

When do you need to use these clauses?

For more information on the proper use of these clauses and statements, see Organizational Identification Policy and Standards found in the Core Standards for Communications document.

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The “Nondiscrim” Clause or the “Affirmative Action” Statement

Programs and activities offered by the West Virginia University Extension Service are available to all persons without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, political beliefs, sexual orientation, national origin, and marital or family status.

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The “Cooperative Extension” Clause

Issued in furtherance of Cooperative Extension work, Acts of May 8 and June 30, 1914, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Director, Cooperative Extension Service, West Virginia University.

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The “Governance” Statement

West Virginia University is governed by the West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission and the WVU Board of Governors.

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The “Non-endorsement” Clause

Trade or brand names used in this publication are for educational purposes only. The use of such product names does not imply endorsement by the WVU Extension Service to the exclusion of other products that may be equally suitable.

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The “Meeting Accommodations” Clause

Individuals requesting accommodations because of a disability should contact the WVU [put office name here] Extension Office at [put address and contact information here].