Faculty Ombuds Policy

The University Faculty Ombuds is appointed by the Provost, with the concurrence of the Faculty Senate, and serves to facilitate the resolution of faculty concerns in an impartial manner. The Ombuds is able to serve as an informal, private resource for faculty questions, issues, and disputes. The Ombuds is not an advocate for the administration or faculty but for fair process and impartial mediation. The Faculty Ombuds operates independently of the University’s formal grievance procedures, has no decision-making authority, and is independent of the University’s normal academic administration.

 Overview of Policy Changes:

• The updated policy clarifies questions of Ombuds compensation when they also receive external funding for research.
• Institutional titles that have changed since the policy was last revised have been updated.