The Office of Equal Opportunity Programs (EOP) is directed by Mr. Bobby Gist, Executive Assistant to the President for Equal Opportunity Programs. The mission of EOP is to ensure that applicants for employment, employees, and prospective and enrolled students of the University of South Carolina are protected against discrimination.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.