HIV/ARC/AIDS Policy

Discrimination against persons who are HIV positive or who may have AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) or ARC (AIDS-Related Complex) is incompatible with the goals of SVCC and will not be tolerated. Students, staff, and faculty who are HIV positive or who have AIDS or ARC will be able to remain in the college as long as they are physically and mentally able to perform their role.

Members of the Southside Virginia community who need assistance in dealing with HIV/ARC/AIDS issues are encouraged to seek the confidential services of the college’s counseling staff, local Health Department, and other community agencies.