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  • Protected Speech or Harassment and Discrimination?

    johnson.7477@osu.edu | October 28, 2026
    Our university is committed to both freedom of expression and providing an environment free from discrimination, harassment, and sexual misconduct. During this election season, remember not all offensive speech is a policy violation. Not all harmful conduct is protected speech. You do not need to know the answer before asking for help!
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  • Students, employees required to take sexual misconduct prevention training

    October 10, 2025
    The safety and well-being of the university community is Ohio State’s top priority and a responsibility we all own. To advance this priority, every year Ohio State requires all employees and students to complete online training focused on recognizing, preventing and reporting sexual misconduct, and on assisting those who might have experienced sexual misconduct. As an Ohio State employee, you have...
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  • Where to turn

    December 22, 2023
    The Civil Rights Compliance Office is the centralized office established to respond to protected class discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct. Harassment and discrimination can take many forms, including acts of hate and violence. When these acts occur, know there are so many resources at Ohio State and the surrounding communities. First and foremost, if you or someone you know has...
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