The policy of The Ohio State University, both traditionally and currently, is that discrimination against any individual for reasons of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability or Vietnam-era veteran or other veteran status is specifically prohibited.

Accordingly, equal access to employment opportunities, admissions, educational programs, and all other university activities is extended to all persons. The university promotes equal opportunity through a positive and continuing affirmative action program that complements and supports the University's aspirations for diversity. Larry Lewellen, Associate Vice President for Human Resources, is responsible for the coordination of matters relating to equal opportunity and affirmative action. The Associate Vice President can be reached at 124 Archer House, 2130 Neil Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43210-1175, and (614) 292-4164.

The University adheres to federal and state law prohibiting discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and O.R.C. Section 4112. United States Department of Defense regulations prohibit gay men, lesbians and bisexuals from serving in the armed forces, including Reserve Officers Training Corps. As a result of this prohibition, ROTC programs at Ohio State are inconsistent with University Policy Number 1.10 (Issued 10/1/73 and revised on 2/2/04).