Equal Employment Opportunity
Virginia State University is committed to fostering a community of trust, respect, and equal opportunity. The University maintains an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation for employees, students, and applicants in admissions, employment, and all educational programs and activities.
The Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance advances this commitment by promoting compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination laws and University policies. The Office supports equal access and opportunity for all qualified applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
The following are key Equal Employment Opportunity activities:
- Monitor and support University compliance with federal and state laws and University policies prohibiting discrimination and harassment.
- Conduct investigations and resolve complaints of discrimination and harassment, including matters raised through external agencies, in accordance with University procedures.
- Provide guidance and technical assistance to units, departments and University constituencies regarding matters relating to equal opportunity, access and non-discrimination.
- Provide education and training to faculty, staff and students on matters related to equal opportunity, discrimination and harassment.
- Coordinate University compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Have questions about the University’s compliance with federal and state anti-discrimination laws or the University’s anti-discrimination policies? Contact us at eeo@vsu.edu.
Complaint Procedures
Faculty, staff, students, and applicants who believe they have been subjected to discrimination or retaliation in violation of University Policy 1101 - Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Prevention Policy may make a report or file a complaint with the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance in accordance with University Policy 1103 - Discrimination Grievance Procedures at eeo@vsu.edu.
Need more information about the University’s complaint procedures? Contact us at eeo@vsu.edu.
Training Opportunities
Training and education are essential to maintaining an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The Office of EEO and Title IX Compliance offers in-person, virtual, group, or one-on-one training opportunities to all University faculty and staff, including presentations, coaching sessions, workshops, and training sessions.
Would you like to schedule a training opportunity for your office or department? Contact us at eeo@vsu.edu.