Ombudsman is an academic representative for students and Staff related matters. Ombudsman offers assistance and support in various university issues. The function of ombudsman is highly confidential nature and guarantees anonymity to all visitors.
Each person referring to the Ombudsman can feel assured that their case will be treated seriously and their complaint will be heard. After investigating the problem, the Ombudsman will provide a suitable solution. If so requested by the interested party, the Ombudsman will contact the competent institutions on their behalf. In some cases the Ombudsman may recommend mediation.
Ombudsman may:
- listen to your concerns, help diagnosing problems and choosing solutions;
- support you in solving conflicts;
- recommend mediation and help starting it;
- inform about rules and regulations applicable at the University of Warsaw;
- help getting information and clarifying the case in an appropriate unit;
- transmit provided information to the University`s authorities;
- recommend Rector a change in policy, regulation or rules.
News
Technical difficulties with online studying
Academic ombudsman is planning a meeting with President of the Student Government. Among the topics discussed will be the issue...
Seminar „Diversity, equality and inclusion for Ombuds in higher education”
On May 6, an academic Ombudsman attended an online seminar on 'Diversity, equality and inclusion for Ombuds in higher education'....
Difficulties studying online
Recently, the academic Ombudsman has received problems related to the difficulties of studying online. It happens that minor communication difficulties...
Presentation at the Senate
22nd of April 2019 Ombudsman presented to the members of the University Senate Report on the Activities of Ombudsman for...
The work of the academic Ombudsman office
In connection with preventing COVID-19 spread among the UW community, we would like to inform that from March 11th ,...
Works on the “Guide on counteracting sexual harassment at the University of Warsaw” and on the “Anti-discrimination Procedure”
Since autumn 2019, work is underway on “The guide on counteracting sexual harassment at the University of Warsaw” and on...
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“We are all equal” Discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity
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“We are all equal” Sexual harassment – how to react?
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