When to involve an Ombudsperson


  • You are unsure of a Lehigh University policy or you believe a policy, procedure or regulation has been applied unfairly.

  • You want to discuss a situation confidentially with someone knowledgeable about Lehigh and its policies to decide whether you should take action and, if so, what to do.

  • You want to learn what resources are available to you.

  • You intend to file a formal complaint or appeal, but you would like guidance about the process; or you want another objective opinion of your case; or you want to try to resolve your dispute in an informal manner.

  • You want to know what your alternatives are for resolving a problem.

  • You are concerned about unfair treatment in the university environment or fear retaliation.


  • About the Ombudspersons

    Meet the ombudspersons

    What is their role?

    When should I involve an ombudsperson?

    What can't an ombudsperson do?

    Campus Resources

    Conflict Resolution

    Harassment Officer

    Counseling Center

    Emergency Preparedness

    Organizational Chart

    Campus Police