Clinical Scorecard: HHS Office for Civil Rights Reaches Agreement to Address Discrimination Against Jewish Students at Lincoln Memorial University

At a Glance

Key Highlights

• Lincoln Memorial University entered a voluntary agreement to end discrimination against Jewish students.
• The agreement follows a joint inquiry by HHS and DOJ regarding religious discrimination.
• LMU-DCOM will amend its absence policy to accommodate religious observances.
• Penalties imposed on Jewish students for religious accommodations will be rescinded.
• Education on the amended policy will be provided to all relevant stakeholders.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

• No specific diagnosis applicable.

Management

• Amend absence policy to allow religiously motivated absences on the same terms as non-religious reasons.

Monitoring & Follow-up

• Ensure compliance with the settlement obligations to maintain federal funding eligibility.

Risks

• Failure to comply with the agreement may jeopardize LMU's federal funding.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Jewish students at Lincoln Memorial University

N/A

Clinical Best Practices

• Ensure equal treatment of students from all ethnic and religious backgrounds.
• Provide clear guidelines and education on policies regarding religious accommodations.

Related Resources & Content

• HHS Office for Civil Rights