The Catholic University of America is the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States. It is a Division III institution located in Washington, DC, with 25 varsity intercollegiate teams competing in the Landmark Conference, New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (football), and the Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference. The Catholic University of America is an affirmative/equal opportunity institution and welcomes applications from women, minorities, Vietnam era veterans, and people with disabilities. All employees must be able to affirm and support the mission of the University in performing their duties.