Mediation and Consultation

Student Organization Disputes and Mediation

Disputes regarding the interpretation or application of a student organization’s constitution or bylaws should first be addressed by the primary advisor of record. If the advisor is unavailable, a party to the dispute, or unable or unwilling to resolve the issue, it will be submitted to the Office of Student Involvement to assist with conflict resolution. 

Requests for Student Involvement Conflict Resolution must be submitted in writing and include:

• The name of the student organization
• The name and contact information of the individual(s) filing the request
• The specific issue(s) or act(s) forming the complaint
• The remedy requested

Once received, the Office of Student Involvement will review the materials and determine if further information is needed. If so, the staff may gather additional facts through written statements, interviews, etc. If the student organization(s) and advisor are seeking a decision be made by Student Involvement to resolve the conflict, then the department will do so and the decision will be final.

If both parties agree, disputes and conflicts may be resolved through mediation, Student Involvement and involved parties will discuss the issue to reach a mutually agreed-upon solution.

If your student organization would like to request conflict resolution support from Student Involvement, please email us at uainvolvement@ua.edu.