Equal Opportunity & Access
Office of Equal Opportunity and Access (EOA)
Mission
The Equal Opportunity and Access office ensures that University policies and programs are in compliance with federal and state regulatory agencies, including Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). The University's Anti-Harassment Policy is administered by the Office. The director of Equal Opportunity and Access is also the Campus Compliance Coordinator for the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Title IX Coordinator for the University.
Vision
The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable university environment. We aim to eliminate discrimination and ensure equal opportunities through advocacy and education. Our mission is to provide guidance, resources, and support to promote respect, fairness, and accessibility for all campus members.
Report misconduct to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access
Students, employees, and applicants for employment can report non-emergency incidents using several options. You may report an incident anonymously, but we encourage you to provide as much information as possible.
Reporting Form
Discrimination, Harassment,and Sexual Misconduct
What is Affirmative Action?
The goal of the University's Affirmative Action Program is to increase employment and educational opportunities for women, minorities and persons with disabilities. Strategies to achieve this goal include targeted recruitment designed to increase the diversity of the applicant pools for vacant positions, and professional development programs that provide training and experience to increase the participation and achievement of underrepresented groups.
Read the Policy Statement on Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action.
View the Affirmative Action Plan Update (pdf)
President's Statement on Justice, Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity at WIU
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