It is the policy of the Oregon University System and Oregon State University that no one shall be subject to discrimination based on age, disability, national origin, race, color, veteran status, marital status, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
With regards to religion, this policy prohibits the University, and its employees while at work or representing OSU, from taking action that promotes religion or promotes one particular religion over another. The University may not create an atmosphere which in anyway suggests it favors one religion over another, or religion over non-religion. As a public university, it is equally important not to inhibit voluntary religious expression. The University's obligation is to balance these two elements -- to refrain from promoting and at the same time to refrain from inhibiting. This policy is premised on respect for each individual's right to make personal choices regarding the nature, if any, of his or her religious beliefs and practices.
This policy does not preclude a faculty member or employee from being an advisor to a recognized student organization which may have a religious affiliation.
EFFECTIVE DATE: May 7, 1997
Any student or employee who feels he or she is being treated inappropriately based on religion is encouraged to contact the Office of Affirmative Action & Equal Opportunity, 526 Kerr Administration Building, 737-3556. Additional contact information can be found here.
