Part XI, Section IV: Equal Employment Opportunity

I. General Provisions

East Carolina University prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the following protected classes: race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status (including relationship or association with a protected veteran; or Active Duty or National Guard service) (“Protected Class”).

East Carolina University celebrates diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and is committed to fostering respect for human difference and equal opportunities for all. To that end, the Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office within the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity (POSO) develops and implements equal employment opportunity policies. Information about the Equal Opportunity and Title IX Office’s programs and policies, the University’s protected classes and related non-discrimination policies and procedures may be found by visiting POSO’s web site.

II. Professional Development

To foster a supportive environment where all members of the ECU community thrive, all faculty members are encouraged to engage in professional development each academic year related to teaching, scholarship, and service in the faculty member’s academic field that promotes the university mission (student success, regional transformation, or public service).

The University shall provide appropriate equipment, software, and communications access to faculty necessary to provide effective professional development. The University will ensure the availability of continuing faculty education and training-related resources to enhance faculty intercultural competence.