Cleveland Institute of Art requires all employees to present themselves in a manner that projects a professional image and reflects positively on the College. Each employee is expected to demonstrate appropriate personal appearance and hygiene standards. The College requires that dress is appropriate for the employee’s work setting and safe for the particular work environment.  

This policy must be observed during College business activities (eg, scheduled work hours, staff meetings, conferences, etc.).

While employees have the ability to exhibit personal preferences in dress and workplace decor, the overall image is expected to be one of professionalism as appropriate for the particular workplace function. The College reserves the right to restrict dress and workplace decor for legitimate reasons relating to safety, hygiene, professional and appropriate image and/or environmental conditions.

Clothing or accessories that promote alcohol, tobacco products or statements that constitute discrimination, harassment and/or promote workplace violence are prohibited. This includes racial statements or images, sexual innuendos, hateful commentary or any statements that would be viewed as violating the College’s non-discrimination policy.