Overview of the Office
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Information:
The Office for Institutional Equity fosters a respectful and inclusive environment at Ohio University. Toward that end, the office monitors federal, state and university policies that promote affirmative action as well as a non-discriminatory and harassment-free environment. The office provides services and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Disability Services The Office of Disability Services facilitates services and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities in order to make Ohio University programmatically and architecturally accessible. The office offers confidential consultation about disability questions and concerns for all members of the campus community.
Discrimination and Harassment
Advice and consultation are available to faculty, staff and students regarding complaints related to equal opportunity and affirmative action, including instances of discrimination and/or harassment. Complaints are investigated and resolved whenever possible.
Presidential Appointments Hiring Review
The Office for Institutional Equity monitors Ohio University’s Presidential Appointment hiring process. We review hiring and promotion decisions as well as institutional employment policies and practices to ensure that they are fair and equitable.
Technical Assistance and Training
Office for Institutional Equity staff are available for technical assistance and training in regard to accessibility, affirmative action, and discrimination.
Workplace Reviews
Office for Institutional Equity staff conduct, in-depth reviews of workplace climate for employees and students in a department, college, administrative area, or other work unit. The office may collaborate with other university units in conducting reviews.
