Office of the Ombuds

Helping You Navigate in Conflict

The Ombuds Office serves as a no-barrier, first-stop resource for students, faculty, and staff seeking guidance, information, and insight from a trusted advisor. The Ombuds 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.

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”.

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.

Voluntary

No one can be prohibited from visiting the Ombuds Office, nor can anyone be compelled to use our services.

Find Us on Campus

The Office of the Ombuds is located in Tanimura and Antle Memorial Library, Building 508, Room 3149. We are open by appointment only. Please email mapatterson@csumb.edu with any questions.