Our Core Values

• Respect for one another
• Collaboration
• Intellectual and personal growth
• Creativity and innovation
• Pursuit of excellence

OED Mission Statement

OED is an essential component of BGSU's efforts to achieve and support a diverse university community where all are encouraged to succeed and where none are excluded from participation based on any irrelevant characteristics. Our goal, as we aspire to be the premier learning community in Ohio, and one of the best in the nation, is to assure a healthy and productive learning and working environment.

BGSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer/educator

Our Services to promote Equity:

• Protection : OED monitors BGSU compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, as well as institutional policies and procedures that mandate equal employment and educational opportunity.
• Investigation : OED investigates complaints of discriminatory conduct, including unlawful harassment, involving all programs and activities conducted by the University.

Our Services to the Campus Community:

• Connection : OED provides linkages to internal and external groups that promote non-discrimination, equity and fairness in education and employment opportunities.
• Responsibility : OED administers BGSU's affirmative action, equal opportunity and anti-harassment policies.

Our Services to promote Diversity:

• Leadership : OED promotes efforts to achieve diversity including coordinating and monitoring the implementation of BGSU's Diversity and Affirmative Action Programs.  
• Inclusion : OED is committed to fostering a diverse learning community especially with respect to race, sex, orientation, age, disability, veterans status, religion and national origin.  

  Contact Us

You can contact us in person, by e-mail csnider@bgsu.edu, by phone @ (419) 372-8472 or by fax at (419) 372-9533. Our mailing address is:

The Office of Equity & Diversity
303 McFall Center
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH 43403

Anyone on our staff would be happy to assist you.

For information about contacting the Office of the Dean of Students, click here.