Ombudsperson

The Ombuds is an impartial dispute resolver who strives to see that faculty, staff and students at the university are treated fairly and equitably. He/she serve as a neutral mediator to solve problems and resolve conflict, striving for fairness, equitable solutions and adherence to university policies.

The following principles make the Ombuds office unique:

Impartiality: The Ombuds does not take sides, but considers the rights and interests of all parties to disputes, with the aim of achieving fair outcomes. The Ombuds does not make, change or set aside policies or decisions, but reasons with, persuades and encourages people to act decently and fairly. The Ombuds does not arbitrate, adjudicate, testify or participate in any formal grievance process.

Confidentiality: The Ombuds will not identify you or your confidences without your permission except where required by law. Conversations with the ombuds may not be used in grievance or other formal proceedings. The ombuds is a confidential resource for purposes of Stanford's Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault policies.

Independence: The Ombuds office is outside of the usual school and administrative structures. The Ombuds is answerable to the President, and is authorized to talk to all persons at the university in order to resolve problems.

Visit the Ombuds Office website to find more information.

Phone: (650) 723-3682
Fax: (650) 725-8986
Location: Building 310 - Room 101, Stanford, CA 94305-2100