CU Denver Ombuds Office

Helping You Navigate Conflict

The CU Denver Ombuds Office acts as a no-barrier, first stop for students, faculty and staff seeking guidance, information and insight from a trusted advisor who is:

• Confidential The Ombuds will protect your identity and the information you share and is not compelled to share details of any conversation with the University. The only exception is imminent harm to self or to others, or as required by law.
• Independent The Ombuds is not affiliated with any other office or department at the University but exists to present solutions and guidance that is independent of external and internal forces.
• Impartial The Ombuds does not take sides but works to address issues in a way that allows everyone involved in a dispute to be treated fairly and in good faith.
• Informal Visiting the Ombuds 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 Office, nor can anyone be compelled to use our services.