About Confidentiality

The Ombuds Office shall keep confidential and protect the identity of individuals seeking assistance and any related information and/or documents. The Ombuds Office will not share information unless express permission is given by the visitor.

Any notes or other information with identifying information produced or gathered while providing assistance to visitors will be destroyed at regular intervals during each academic year. Data, trends, or information contained in reports will be presented in a manner that protects visitors’ identities.

The Ombuds Office may disclose confidential information if failure to do so may result in imminent risk of harm to the visitor or others, or as required by law or university policy. This includes reports of sexual misconduct and abuse or neglect of a minor.