Mediation is a confidential process used to resolve conflicts in an amicable manner. An impartial mediator helps parties in a dispute to resolve their issues by exploring solutions and obtaining a mutually satisfactory agreement.

Mediation Steps

Mediation Benefits

LSCS board policy requires the use of informal resolution before a formal grievance is filed. Mediation is a fast, economical, and confidential method of informal resolution. If a settlement is reached, then a formal grievance is avoided.  Mediation is a win-win for all parties.

Information about the DRC Pilot Program

Overview: The Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) pilot program will be a proactive step to mediating disputes before a formal grievance is filed. If the dispute is between faculty only, each faculty member may be represented by an attorney of their choice (each person bearing their own costs). If the mediation does not resolve the conflict, the faculty member may then formally file his or her grievance.

DRCs at other Institutions

• *Workplace mediation (video)
• Texas A&M University Mediation
• University of Texas Conflict Management
• University of Arizona Workplace Climate 
• University of Virginia Mediation