The University Ombudsman is a designated neutral who provides confidential and informal assistance for resolving University-related concerns, particularly those that are not being adequately addressed through regular channels. The Ombudsman will assist all members of the University community, including students, faculty, staff and administrators.

The University Ombudsman will help analyze the problem, identify and explain relevant University policies, define options, provide avenues for resolving the conflict on campus, facilitate communication between disputing parties and mediate interpersonal disputes. The Ombudsman may also conduct investigations and, at her discretion, make recommendations with regard to resolving problems, or involving policies, rules or procedures.

The Ombudsman is independent of administrative authorities and all inquiries made to the Ombudsman will remain confidential.