Topics for Discussion
Students may reach out to the Graduate Ombuds Office to discuss any issue or topic impacting their university experience. Common areas of concern include
- Interpersonal conflicts or disputes
- Preparing for a challenging conversation with a classmate, faculty, or staff member
- Improving cross-cultural communication
- Navigating disputes related to academic performance
- Barriers to the successful progression of academic coursework, research, or co-op
- Experiencing harassment or bullying
- Disrespectful or inappropriate behavior
- Planning to seek or make an apology
- Exploring how to self-advocate in one’s academic or research environment
- Potential conflicts of interest
- Concerns about a classmate
- Ethical dilemmas