The WSU Faculty Ombuds program offers assistance and informal dispute settlement processes to all faculty members. Ombuds are members of the International Ombuds Association and receive professional training on coaching and conflict resolution.
Ombuds serve four-year, staggered terms. It currently has a vacancy and are looking for people interested in receiving training and serving in the Ombuds capacity. WSU tries to provide Ombuds with a variety of backgrounds to respond to the diverse faculty needs. Contact Dr. Carolyn Shaw, Ombuds coordinator, at Carolyn.shaw@wichita.edu if you are interested or would like more information.