EIU Office of Civil Rights and Diversity

Welcome

Eastern Illinois University provides equality of opportunity in education and employment for all students and employees. 

Discrimination based upon race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis of discrimination precluded by federal and state statutes is strictly prohibited. (IGP 174).

The Office of Civil Rights and Diversity serves as a resource to the university in the areas of Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity, and Diversity. We encourage you to contact us with questions or report issues related to discrimination or harassment. You may reach us by email at civil@eiu.edu, phone at (217) 581-5020, or stop by our office in Old Main, Room 1011.  The Office of Civil Rights and Diversity reports to the General Counsel.