CU Anschutz Ombuds
Ombuds
Our Mission
To provide a confidential, independent, impartial, and informal space where CU Anschutz students, faculty, and staff can explore concerns, understand options, and navigate challenges with confidence. Through compassionate listening and constructive dialogue, we empower individuals to make informed decisions and identify their own paths forward.Our Vision
A CU Anschutz community where every individual feels empowered to raise concerns, engage in difficult conversations, and navigate challenges with confidence, contributing to a campus culture grounded in trust, fairness, respect, and continuous learning.Helping You Navigate Conflict
The Ombuds acts as a no-barrier, first-stop for students, faculty and staff seeking guidance, information and insight from a trusted advisor who is:
- CONFIDENTIAL We will protect your identity and the information you share and are not compelled to share details of any conversation with the University. Our only exception is imminent harm to self or to others.
- INDEPENDENT We are not affiliated with any other office or department at the University, but exist to present solutions and guidance that is independent of external and internal forces.
- IMPARTIAL We do not take sides, but work to address issues in a way that allows everyone involved in a dispute to be treated fairly and in good faith.
- INFORMAL Visiting us doesn't trigger a formal course of action often typical of HR or legal processes. Engaging an Ombuds is always "off the record".
- VOLUNTARY No one can be prohibited from visiting the Ombuds, nor can anyone be compelled to use our services.