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CU Denver Ombuds Office The Ombuds Office at the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus provides a forum for prompt, impartial, and confidential discussion.

The Ombuds Office at the University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus provides an alternative forum for prompt, impartial, and confidential discussion for individuals to review options for the informal resolution of differences. Contacting the Ombuds Office is a voluntary process and neither the office nor any other entity or person may compel a visitor to utilize its services. We assis

t people with disagreements and a variety of conflict-related issues, such as: working conditions, interpersonal interactions, grades, policies and procedures, sexual harassment, discrimination, and disciplinary actions. The Ombuds Office possesses no formal decision-making authority, but rather provides options and resources for visitors in attempting to resolve their conflicts.

During the past few months, has explored the dangers and virtues of gossip. Is it time for no-gossip policies? Read on...
10/26/2022

During the past few months, has explored the dangers and virtues of gossip. Is it time for no-gossip policies? Read on and decide for yourself.

The Gossip Train is the University of Colorado Ombuds’ series of blog posts and lunch and learns on all things gossip. We will explore the origins of gossip, why we gossip, the joys and dangers of …

We’re not new to people talking about us – think back as far as even elementary school and you probably remember getting...
10/12/2022

We’re not new to people talking about us – think back as far as even elementary school and you probably remember getting intel on yourself. We most likely engaged in this practice as well, sharing secrets and observations about our classmates. Now that we’re adults, what’s changed? Not much. Our need to connect through gossip is human nature – having connection with others binds us....

We’re not new to people talking about us – think back as far as even elementary school and you probably remember getting intel on yourself. We most likely engaged in this practice as well, sharing …

As we write this gossip series, I have been thinking about the relationship between gossip and my ombuds work. It has ma...
09/14/2022

As we write this gossip series, I have been thinking about the relationship between gossip and my ombuds work. It has made me realize some of my most impactful work has been the result of gossip. Here is an example (I changed the names to maintain confidentiality): I worked with a smaller department that relied on team collaboration. One day, one of the team members, Mary, decided to share her experience with another team member, Marcus....

As we write this gossip series, I have been thinking about the relationship between gossip and my ombuds work. It has made me realize some of my most impactful work has been the result of gossip.&n…

In the workplace context, business leaders warn that gossip is dangerous and harmful. They suggest it’s a threat to an o...
08/31/2022

In the workplace context, business leaders warn that gossip is dangerous and harmful. They suggest it’s a threat to an organizations’ health and stability because it decreases morale and wastes employee’s time. However, despite its bad reputation and what we shared in the previous two Ombuzz posts The Gossip Train: A Vicious Cycle and The Gossip Train: The Dark Side…...

In the workplace context, business leaders warn that gossip is dangerous and harmful. They suggest it’s a threat to an organizations’ health and stability because it decreases morale and wastes emp…

Gossip is a social tool that has survived generations and is used to navigate social settings. Unfortunately, critical w...
08/17/2022

Gossip is a social tool that has survived generations and is used to navigate social settings. Unfortunately, critical workplace gossip can have intended and unintended negative consequences. Let's take a look.

“Did you hear Chris is sleeping with the boss?” “Pat is a racist.” “Taylor is out sick AGAIN. I heard they have a drinking problem.” “Director Smith missed the deadline. I’ve heard they are truly i…

Check out the 3rd post in our series on gossip! This post focuses on how gossip can lead to and perpetuate conflict. ...
08/03/2022

Check out the 3rd post in our series on gossip! This post focuses on how gossip can lead to and perpetuate conflict.

The Gossip Train is a series of blog posts on all things gossip. We are exploring what gossip is, why we gossip, the positive and negative impacts of gossip, and what you should and could do when i…

Ombuzz is celebrating over 100 blog posts! Help us celebrate and check out our 5 top viewed posts!
07/28/2022

Ombuzz is celebrating over 100 blog posts! Help us celebrate and check out our 5 top viewed posts!

Help us celebrate 100 Ombuzz blog posts and check out our 5 top viewed posts!

We all gossip. But why? Check out the second installment of "The Gossip Train", an Ombuzz blog series about gossip in or...
07/26/2022

We all gossip. But why? Check out the second installment of "The Gossip Train", an Ombuzz blog series about gossip in organizations. Perhaps you have a few insights of your own to share!

“Hey, did you hear about Chris?” “I heard Mel is going to quit!” “Do you know how much Pat is making?” “Rumor has it the department is restructuring.” “Sam said there will be layoffs.” Admit it, it…

Pssst! Did you hear? The University of Colorado Ombuds Offices are collaborating on a blog series about gossip. It’s cal...
07/07/2022

Pssst! Did you hear? The University of Colorado Ombuds Offices are collaborating on a blog series about gossip. It’s called The Gossip Train: A series about gossip in organizations. Stay tuned for installments during the next few months. Today’s post focuses on the definition. What exactly is gossip? Most likely, if you are in a workplace with more than two people, you’ve got gossip!...

Pssst! Did you hear? The University of Colorado Ombuds Offices are collaborating on a blog series about gossip. It’s called The Gossip Train: A series about gossip in organizations. Stay tuned for …

Have you ever been shocked or surprised about what is being said during a work meeting and not sure how to respond? If s...
06/27/2022

Have you ever been shocked or surprised about what is being said during a work meeting and not sure how to respond? If so, this blog post from CU Ombuds Melissa Connell is for you!

Have you ever been shocked or surprised about what is being said during a work meeting and not sure how to respond? If so, this blog post from CU Ombuds Melissa Connell is for you! In less than 5 m…

Ombuds breaks down a definition of conflict to show just how conflicts can emerge. Pausing to be curious before things...
06/08/2022

Ombuds breaks down a definition of conflict to show just how conflicts can emerge. Pausing to be curious before things escalate can make all the difference.

Many of us would like to understand conflict better – whether it is to avoid, prevent, or navigate it more productively. One way to better understand conflict is to know what it is. In their …

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