NC S521

Board of Governors of the University of North Carolina must study equal opportunity policies, diversity policies, and nondiscrimination policies adopted by each constituent institution and their implementation across campuses.

Each constituent institution must identify all staff positions responsible for implementing, administering, or enforcing equal opportunity, diversity, or inclusiveness policies, including job duties, organizational structure placement, and direct and indirect costs.

Study shall evaluate the feasibility of consolidating all equal opportunity services at each institution into a single office headed by an equal opportunity officer designated by the Chancellor to improve effectiveness and efficiency.

Board of Governors must submit findings, recommendations, and any proposed policy changes to the Joint Legislative Education Oversight Committee by January 1, 2018, with Board approval required before submission.

Act becomes effective upon enactment.