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920 Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Authority: Approved by the Board of Trustees
Last updated on: February 19, 2021
920.1 Purpose
Indiana State University is committed to the principles of affirmative action and equal opportunity in its operations and in creating an inclusive environment such in diversity in all of its activities.
920.2 Equal Employment Opportunity
In this regard, Indiana State University will provide equal opportunity in the recruitment, hiring, promotion, and education of all individuals, regardless of age, disability, genetic profile, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other class protected by federal and state statutes.
920.3 Non-Discrimination
Indiana State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of: age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other class protected by federal and state statues. Policy 923 Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment provides more specific information about ISU’s commitment to ensuring that the university educational and employment environments are free from discrimination or harassment.
As identified in Policy 923 Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment, all reports of discrimination should be directed to:
Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office
Rankin Hall, Room 426
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, Indiana 47809
(812) 237-8954
Equalopportunity-titleix@indstate.edu
920.4 Affirmative Action in Employment
Indiana State University will take affirmative action as required by applicable laws, including Executive Order 11426, to ensure that minority group individuals, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.
920.5 Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Clause
The “Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer” clause will be included in all official University publications, purchase orders, leases, contracts and documents covered by Executive Order 11246, as amended, and any implementing regulations.
920.6 Responsibility for Implementation of Policy
The EEO Coordinator has primary responsibility and accountability for implementing, directing, and monitoring ISU’s Affirmative Action Program. This policy will be communicated to current and prospective employees and students annually.
Related Information
Policy Administrator:
Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic AffairsPolicy Contact:
Office of Equity, Diversity, and InclusionRankin Hall 426
(812) 237-8954
ISU-equalopportunity-titleix@mail.indstate.edu