About the the Office of E&C

Our Vision and Role

The West Virginia University system strives to foster a welcoming, supportive environment for all students, faculty, staff and visitors.

The Division's work includes:

• Developing programming focused on Titles VI, VII and IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act and youth protection
• Developing advocates through training, presentations and facilitated dialogues
• Educating about the prevention of sexual violence, power-based personal violence, and harassment
• Supporting campus and community partners in complying various federal, state and institutional laws and policies
• Collaborating with others on campus to understand campus climate, track changes based on our interventions and develop more effective outreach
• Work with units hosting youth programming to develop guidelines, documents and trainings to enhance youth protection
• Providing resources to protect the civil rights of each individual