Whereas:
RATIONALE:
Currently, SF State does not employ an ombuds for students. An ombuds is an impartial and neutral person who works to resolve conflicts through collegial dialog effectively between peers without the involvement of administrative and/or legal protocols. Inspired by the Ombuds protocols already established at San Diego State, Humboldt State, CSU Bakersfield, and CSU Long Beach, Cal State East Bay, CSU San Bernardino, CSU Chico, Cal Maritime, Cal Poly Pomona, CSU San Marcos, CSU Bakersfield, CSU Northridge, San Jose State, CSU Channel Islands, among others, this resolution calls for the development of an ombuds position and office to serve students at SF State.