Mediation
What is mediation?
Mediation is a voluntary, self-empowering process in which an impartial or neutral third party helps participants discuss, negotiate and reach a mutually acceptable settlement to their disagreement. Mediation is a decision making process where the participants hold the power to solve their disagreements by actively engaging in an open dialogue.
Who is eligible for mediation?
Any
faculty, staff, or student of UNLV
Who is the mediator?
The mediator will be a neutral student with no personal connection to or knowledge of the disagreement. The peer mediator should also have no personal or professional relationships with participants, except where neutrality can be preserved.
Where do mediations take place?
The mediation time and place will be decided by all three parties in an effort to accommodate the schedules of those involved. The meeting place will take place in a neutral location to ensure fairness and impartiality.
How do I request mediation?
You may fill out a request for mediation with the Office of Student Conduct. The request should be in writing and it must include a complete description of the disagreement including the date, time, place and name(s) of persons involved.
What is the mediation process?
Request for Mediation is made to the Office of Student Conduct.
- Office of Student conduct reviews and approves request.
- Notification is sent to parties involved.
If both parties agree to mediation,
- Peer Mediator is appointed.
- Scheduling of Mediation meeting by Peer Mediator.
- Mediation meeting takes place.
- Resolution.
What information is shared?
- Mediations are private
and confidential
- Files maintained at the Office of Student Conduct include:
- Request for Mediation
- Consent to Mediate form
- Agreement (if one is written)
- NJC will not share this information
or go to court
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