About OEO

What is the OEO?

All members of our University community have the right to a campus community free of discrimination and sexual misconduct.

To achieve this, the Office of Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action and Title IX implements and enforces the University’s policies prohibiting discrimination, sexual misconduct, and retaliation. The OEO offers supports to those impacted; and investigates when necessary. The University and the OEO are committed to providing an equal opportunity for all to participate in at the University.

What policies are enforced by the OEO?

University policies apply to everyone who is affiliated with, accesses, or utilizes the University and its programs and activities. The Nondiscrimination policy is intended to ensure everyone, regardless of their protected class, has full and equal access to the University, consistent with state and federal law.

Specifically, the OEO is responsible for compliance with University Policy 1-012, and associated university regulations:

• Non-Discrimination Rule R1-012A
• Complaint Process Rule R1-012B
• Student Pregnancy or Related Conditions Rule R1-12C
• ADA Policy, Reasonable Accommodation and Access Policy 5-117

Who is covered by the University's Policies?

All members of the campus community (students, staff, faculty, vendors, patients, and visitors) have rights and responsibilities under the University’s nondiscrimination policies.

Unfair Treatment

Not all types of unfair treatment are considered prohibited discrimination.  Other policies may apply to other types of misconduct.

Where can I turn if I feel like my supervisor is treating me unfairly, but it doesn't fall into the protected categories?

You may want to contact your Human Resources Generalist or an Employee Relations Specialist to find out what your options and rights are for resolving issues you feel are not prohibited discrimination or sexual harassment. 

• Abusive Conduct
• Boundaries in Professional Relationships