Office of the University Ombuds
The Office of the University Ombuds is a conflict navigation resource for UC-related conflicts, big or small. An Ombuds will listen to your concerns and work with you to identify and explore options or potential next steps. For over 50 years, the Office of the University Ombuds has contributed to developing a conflict-competent campus community.
How We Think About Conflict:
We define conflict as any interaction that includes difference. We know conflict is normal and inevitable. These interactions can sometimes be predictable, challenging, transformative, or positive. There is no level or threshold for “how bad” a conflict needs to be before utilizing the office—everyone is welcome to utilize the Office of the University Ombuds as much or as little as they like. We are here to explore options for all conflicts, big and small, with you and/or someone you know.
Who We Help:
The Office of the University Ombuds supports all UC faculty, staff, students, post-docs, interns, families, alumni, contractors, adminstrators, and community members as they navigate UC-related conflict. We can support you when
- you are looking for informal and impartial assistance with a difficult or sensitive issue.
- you would like a neutral third party to listen to your concerns.
- you need help to identify options.
- you want help in addressing an issue on your own in a non-adversarial manner.
- you want to address a concern early, before it escalates or worsens.
- you feel you have been treated unfairly.
- you are unclear about the University's policies and procedures and how they apply to you.
- you are unsure of where else to go.