Ohio State is in the process of revising websites and program materials to accurately reflect compliance with the law. While this work occurs, language referencing protected class status or other activities prohibited by Ohio Senate Bill 1 may still appear in some places. However, all programs and activities are being administered in compliance with federal and state law.

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Section Six: Completed by Employer

Employer official certification

The individual who endorses the certification does not necessarily need to be, but can be, the same individual who signed Section 4. They must be an employee with signatory authority for the employer.

Electronic signatures are permitted.

Evaluation on student progress

Since you have not yet begun your STEM OPT Extension training, the Evaluation on Student Progress section should be left blank at the time you are applying for the STEM OPT. Per reporting requirements, you will be required to submit an Evaluation on Student Progress while on STEM OPT at your 12-month and 24-month marks, as well as any time you change employers.