CAMPUS DISPUTE
ASSISTANCE SERVICES

The University Ombuds Office serves as a resource center for a variety of university services of consultation, conciliation, negotiation, conflict assistance and mediation.  Through this office, referrals can be made to a number of offices and faculty or staff persons involved in the Campus Dispute Assistance Services (CDAS).  Training opportunities are available and taught by CDAS members.

Prevention Services

• Assistance in policy and program development
• Consultation and instruction in conflict management
• Team building and development
• Referral to campus and community resources

Intervention Services

• Neutral, safe consultation regarding grievances
• Facilitation of decision making
• Mediation
• Assistance with problem development, policy interpretation, and problem-solving strategies
• Instruction and training in various forms of neutral intervention
• Referral to campus and community resources

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