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Office of Institutional Equity

The Office of Institutional Equity ("OIE") performs the following four functions in service to the University community:

Policy on Discrimination and Harassment

The Office of Institutional Equity administers the University's Policy on Discrimination and Harassment.  Students and employees should direct complaints of alleged discrimination/harassment to the Office of Institutional Equity. The office investigates complaints that are made on the basis of age (40 and over), race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, ethnicity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and/or genetic information.

Recruitment and Selection Practices
The Office of Institutional Equity monitors the University's recruitment and selection activities for EO/AA compliance. Additionally, OIE is available to provide trainings and meet one-on-one with search committees.

Trainings and Educational Programs
The Office of Institutional Equity contracts with Vector Solutions to provide online trainings covering discrimination and hasrassment based on protected classes as well as sexual harassment.  OIE staff presents to classes and departments upon request.  Additionally, OIE is available to participate in orientation sessions.

Affirmative Action Plan
The Office of Institutional Equity is responsible for developing the University's Affirmative Action Plan and for maintaining data on all employment activity.  The staff reviews University policies, practices, and procedures for EO/AA compliance.

 

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