Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA)

As part of the College’s commitment to ensuring equal opportunity, equal rights, and equal protections within an inclusive and respectful academic and work environment, the Office of Institutional Equity and Accessibility (OIEA) coordinates the College’s compliance with several civil rights laws and regulations related to discrimination and harassment based on protected characteristics, including Title IX, Section 504, Title VII, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act.

The Office serves as a centralized resource for reporting concerns of discrimination and harassment, sexual misconduct, retaliation, and hazing. OIEA also oversees the Policy Against Harassment Based on Protected Characteristics, Student Disability Grievance Policy, and Protection of Minors Policy; ensures fair and equitable processes for responding to all reports; seeks to facilitate effective resolutions; and coordinates supportive measures for students, faculty, staff, and other campus community members.

Alongside its response and resolution responsibilities, OIEA provides evidence-informed prevention training and awareness initiatives for students, faculty, and staff.

To support this work institutionally, OIEA operates under the auspices of Human Resources, with the Director maintaining a matrixed reporting line to the Associate Vice President of Human Resources and the College President. OIEA also oversees the Disability Services Office.

Across all of its responsibilities, OIEA strives to prioritize meaningful support, care, and integrity in every aspect of its work.

For more information or if interested in getting involved with these efforts, please contact: