Can I put my university “on notice” about my problem by telling the ombuds?
No. Because of the unique, informal, problem-solving role of the ombuds office, speaking to the ombuds about a concern does not constitute “notice” to the university that the problem exists, nor is speaking to the ombuds office a step in any applicable grievance process. Anyone wishing to “put the university on notice” may contact an administrator or invoke a formal grievance process. The ombuds office can provide referral information about whom to contact for anyone seeking to use administrative or formal grievance processes.
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