Binghamton University offers formal grievance procedures for a wide range of problems, including those alleging harassment, discrimination, wrongful dismissal and unfair grading. You can find these procedures in student and employee handbooks and at department websites.

In some cases, formal procedures provide the best means of resolution. Just as often, however, informal assistance yeilds the most effective solutuion to a problem. Informal assistance is available from a variety of sources. The University Ombudsman can provide advice on how to pursue both formal and informal options.