Faculty and staff grievances

1. WU expects ongoing conversations between faculty and staff to address any possible problems related to WU, its policies, actions, other personnel/school issues or between faculty, staff, students, and WU.
2. If a problem cannot be solved in general communications, then a formal process for grievances will be followed:
   1. Written report: Complete a report that includes the date of occurrence, the issue of concern, and any notations that may help clarify the need for remedial action by the school. Submit the report to the CEO's office as soon as possible and at least within 30 days of the initial problem.
   2. Committee: The WU President shall form a committee of at least 2 members who will review the report and reply in writing to the reporter within 14 days.
   3. Appeal: If the committee’s response does not answer the presenting problem or bring resolution, the faculty, staff member, or student may appeal to the WU President within 15 days of receiving the Committee’s report.
      The President will meet with the committee within 30 days of the appeal and determine whether the complaint and possible resolutions are appropriate.
      A final decision will be made within 15 days after this meeting, in writing, to the faculty or staff member.
3. Grievances documents are confidential and will be kept on record.