MEDIATION

Mediation is a voluntary, structured communication process for people wanting to work out a conflict. It is an informal process led by impartial, trained mediators to help the parties engage in dialogue about the interests and issues of all involved in an attempt to come to solutions to the dispute that the parties mutually agree to... Faculty and staff of the University may access a Campus Mediation Service staffed by experienced faculty and staff members who have received professional training in dispute resolution. Mediation is an informal way of resolving disputes, in which the parties work with a mediator to reach mutually acceptable solutions. All contacts and discussions are confidential,... Conflict is a normal part of any working environment, but it can be overly stressful affecting productivity and morale. Mediation provides a constructive way to handle conflict, rather than letting it become destructive. Through fostering increased communication, sharing of perspectives..