Information for Transgender Students, Faculty & Staff
Non-discrimination Policy
Jefferson Community College’s non-discrimination policy prohibits discrimination based upon gender identity. If you believe you have been the target of discrimination due to your gender identity, contact Title IX Coordinator Gabrielle Thompson at (315) 786-6561.
Restrooms
Jefferson Community College students, faculty, staff and visitors may use any restroom consistent with their accessibility requirements, privacy needs and/or gender identity. Individual-use, all-inclusive, restrooms are available to any person.
All-Inclusive Restrooms
Jefferson Community College has identified several single-user, all-inclusive, lockable restrooms on-campus. These restrooms are marked with signs indicating available for use by anyone and are located as follows:
| Building | Gender Neutral Restroom/s Number | Single-User Gender-Specific Restroom/s |
|---|---|---|
| Lansing Administration (Bldg 1) | 1-101B Located near the break room | All other restrooms |
| Guthrie Science (Bldg 2) | 2-105 located between the gender-specific restrooms and the Amphitheater, Room 2-107 on the first floor | |
| Dulles Business (Bldg 3) | 3-126 Located next to the gender-specific restrooms | |
| McVean Student Center (Bldg 4) | 4-115 Located on the first floor near the Athletic Department Offices | |
| Gregor Building (Bldg 5) | 5-108 Located next to the gender-specific restrooms | |
| Jules Center (Bldg 6) | 6-014 and 6-015 | |
| Collaborative Learning Center (Bldg 15) | 15-133 Located in the main lobby area | |
| Health Center (Bldg 17) | 17-13 Located by the lobby and examination rooms | |
| East Hall (Bldg H) | H-112A Located in the hub area of the residence hall. |
McVean Student Center Locker Rooms
Jefferson Community College students, faculty, staff and visitors may use the locker room consistent with their gender identity. The Athletics Department has identified a single-user, gender inclusive restroom, changing room, and shower facility if any person needs additional privacy.
Campus Housing
Gender-inclusive suites and single occupancy rooms are available. If you are a transgender student who has concerns about your housing arrangements, please contact Title IX Coordinator Gabrielle Thompson at (315) 786-6561.
Community Resources
ACR Health sponsors the Q Center of Northern New York. The Q Center offers a safe space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth (ages 13-20) and LGBTQ Young Adults (ages 23-29). For more information, please contact ACR Health.