WVU Mediation

Mediation is a structured process of communication, where people can discuss and resolve issues between them. The process uses mediators who help clarify issues, identify possible options, and create a course of action that the involved parties agree upon. Some examples of relationships and issues that can benefit from mediation include the following:

• Supervisor/Employee Relationships

• Co-worker Relationships

• Work Expectations

• Annoying Habits

• Credit for Work Done

• Limited Resources

Mediation is an approach to resolving conflicts in the university community based on collaboration, development of mutually agreeable solutions, and characterized as the following:

• Confidential

• Voluntary

• Effective Alternative to Grievances/Litigation

• Impartial

• Peer-Based

• Cost-Free

• Conducted on Official Time