About Ombuds

Purpose

The Ombuds Program was established to create a climate on the University campus which provides employees and students with an option other than formal grievance procedures to resolve disputes. It was formed on the belief that by providing alternative modes of dispute resolution, other than lengthy, internal grievance procedures or costly litigation, the quality of the University environment as experienced by faculty, academic professionals, classified staff, administrative staff, students, and members of the public, would be enhanced.

Appointment of Ombuds Committee Members

Ombuds Committee members are nominated by their peers for their interpersonal skills, fairness and objectivity, and are appointed by the University President for two-year terms. Students may be appointed for a one-year term. The Committee is diverse as to student or employee classification, gender, race, ethnicity, location on campus, as well as representing a broad range of experience and knowledge of University policies and procedures. The Committee co-chairs are appointed by the President to serve three-year terms.