Equal Opportunity Programs

In order to protect the rights of all persons who live and work at UofSC, we ensure that the university is in compliance with state and federal anti-discrimination and harassment laws and regulations.

Report an Incident

If you or someone you know has been the victim of unlawful discrimination or harassment at South Carolina, you should report it.

Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs

Anyone who has been a victim of unlawful discrimination or harassment related to education programs, services or activities provided by the university may file complaints with the EOP office. University employees who witness or have evidence of unlawful discrimination or harassment of any university student or employee are required to report it to the EOP office.

How We Can Help

The Office of Equal Opportunity Programs is committed to providing an inclusive environment. We can help:

find options to resolve concerns
explain the university's policies prohibiting unlawful discrimination and harassment
refer victims of discrimination or harassment to other departments for additional support
advise complainants and respondents of their rights and resources
investigate claims of unlawful discrimination, including sexual assault and harassment.

Faculty and Staff Training

We empower you to be an agent of change on our campus by helping you recognize and report unlawful discrimination and harassment.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

Safeguarding our campus community against unlawful discrimination and harassment.

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