ISU Ombuds Program
Ombuds services are available to all ISU faculty, staff, and graduate students. Contact the appropriate ombuds to schedule a meeting.
The ISU Ombuds Program reports through the Office of the President; however, all ombuds work is confidential, operates outside the normal chain of command, and is independent of formal university administration.
Confidential - Neutral - Informal - Independent
- The ISU Ombuds Office is a confidential, neutral, informal, and independent resource for ISU faculty, staff, and graduate students
- ISU ombuds have valuable experience and knowledge related to effective problem solving, clear communication, and ISU policies and procedures
- Working with an ISU ombuds provides an alternative mode of dispute resolution outside of formal grievance procedures or litigation
Appointment of ISU Ombuds
- ISU ombuds are nominated and approved by their peers, with final appointment by the ISU President
- ISU ombuds serve two-year terms, which are renewable following an application and review process
ISU Ombuds Committee Contact List
ISU Policies and ProceduresContact List
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