Student Complaint Processes
The University has established processes for students to file a formal complaint,
when necessary, to address and resolve their concerns. Complaints against another
student that allege a violation of University policy should be submitted to the Office
Student Conduct or the Department of Public Safety (see page 8). Although not an exhaustive
list, students with complaints of another nature should explore the following possible
avenues.
- Academic Programs (such as advising, instruction, the library, or course requirements). Please refer
to the Academic Affairs policy for student complaints at this location:
Policy for Student Complaints
- Student Affairs (such as Admissions and Records, Birkam Health Center, Career Services, Commencement,
Dean of Student Life, Enrollment Services, Institutional Research and Testing, Multicultural
Student Services, Orientation, Personal Counseling Center, Rankin Student Center,
Scholarships and Financial Aid, Student Conduct, Student Employment, Student Leadership
and Activities, and University Recreation). Please refer to The Guide to Helping Students Resolve Their Complaints at this location:
Guide
- Dining Services (such as The Rock Café, Westview, The Market, Starbucks, Rankin Center Coffee Shop,
Quiznos). Please call the Department of Dining Services at 231-591-2210.
- Housing (such as residency requirement exceptions and housing contract issues) Please call
231-591-3745 or visit:
Housing Complaints
- Department of Public Safety (parking ticket appeals, citizen’s complaints,). Please call 231-591-5000.