Resources for Conflict Resolution

University of Minnesota Resources

Office of Internal Audit
Investigates allegations of financial, operational, technical or regulatory misconduct
http://www1.umn.edu/audit/

Aurora Center for Advocacy and Education
Counsels victims of stalking, harassment, sexual assault, and relationship abuse
http://www1.umn.edu/aurora/

Academic Professionals & Administrators Senate
Makes recommendations to University administration on important policy issues and advocates for benefits and compensation for P&A employees
http://www1.umn.edu/usenate/pasenate/

Civil Service Senate
Advocates for civil service employees
http://www1.umn.edu/usenate/cssenate/

Collective Bargaining Units
Represent bargaining-unit employees in employment disputes
Contact union steward or business agent

Disability Services
Offers services to support students and employees with disabilities
http://ds.umn.edu/

Employee Assistance Program
Faculty and Academic Staff Assistance Program
Offers confidential counseling and dispute resolution services for employees and faculty
http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/wellness/eap/

Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action
Provides consultation, problem solving, education, and training; investigates harassment and discrimination complaints
http://www.eoaffact.umn.edu/

Office of the General Counsel
Conducts investigations and gives legal advice to University administrators
http://www.ogc.umn.edu/

Office of Human Resources
Provides guidance about HR policies for all employees
http://www1.umn.edu/ohr/

Senate Judicial Committee
Hears complaints by faculty on tenure and academic freedom disputes
http://www1.umn.edu/usenate/committees/judicial.html

Student Conflict Resolution Center
Provides ombudsman and advocacy assistance for students in disputes
http://www.sos.umn.edu

Student Conduct and Academic Integrity
Hears complaints regarding student conduct on campus
http://www1.umn.edu/oscai/

University Counseling and Consulting Services
Offers short-term counseling services to students
http://www.uccs.umn.edu

University Student Legal Service
Represents students in non-University legal matters
http://www1.umn.edu/usls/