The Ombudsman helps students resolve concerns, problems, or conflicts with regards to University policies, procedures, and decisions. The Ombudsman provides for a confidential and neutral place for students to come to express their concerns. Students work with the Ombudsman to identify steps that may be taken to achieve a timely and fair resolution to a problem.
The Ombudsman may collaborate with others in the University community regarding student concerns. The Ombudsman is interested in both issue resolution and prevention in resolving both academic and non-academic concerns.
You should contact the Ombudsman when you:
The Ombudsman will:
The Ombudsman will not:
How to Contact the University Ombudsman:
Contact the office directly via email at ombuds@svsu.edu or call 989.964.4410. You can visit the Student Affairs Office at 114 Curtiss Hall.
Please complete the Student Ombuds Intake Form to begin your contact with the Ombudsman.
(989) 964-4410(989) 964-4410
114 Curtiss Hall
Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 4:30 pm