Ombudsman Solution Center

The mission of the Ombudsman Solution Center at Sinclair is to provide support, mediation, and advocacy for fair processes throughout the institution. The office works to analyze information gathered from student experiences in order to implement procedural changes into Sinclair’s culture.

SPECIAL NOTICE:
The Ombudsman is here to help you!  "In light of current conditions, the Ombudsman can meet with you via Zoom!" Even though we are unable to meet face to face, I can schedule a video conference (Zoom) or a phone conference with you.  Please click on the button below and complete the Ombudsman Assistance Request Form and I will contact you to set up a meeting with you.

What does the Ombudsman do? How can the Ombudsman help me?

The Ombudsman:

• Provides services to students to encourage them to learn how to problem solve and operate effectively within the College environment.
• Provides personal/life skills coaching to students.
• Addresses legitimate concerns regarding customer service issues, communication disconnects, or the inability to access student services in a timely manner.
• Assists students. staff, and faculty members in resolving problems/issues with difficult, disruptive students.
• Assists students, staff and faculty members in finding resources to address students' non-academic personal issues.
• Provides supportive intervention services to students involved in disruptive classroom situations to prevent future and/or further disciplinary action.

Click on the following link to learn more about the Ombudsman Solution Center.

Do you need assistance?

Click on the button below to contact Sinclair's Ombudsman.

Emergency Grant Fund Student Form

All students enrolled or planning to enroll at Sinclair Community College who are in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.25 and have an emergency financial need may be eligible for Sinclair’s Emergency Grant. Funds cannot be used for tuition, fees, books, legal fees, tobacco, alcohol, or entertainment expenses. Click on the links below to apply for this award.  Limit:  one request per semester.

SPECIAL NOTICE:  Sinclair is not currently awarding or accepting applications for the Sinclair Foundation funded Emergency Grant or COVID 19 Relief Grant.  Instead, Sinclair Community College has received funding from the Federal CARES Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) and 50% of this funding is being distributed in the form of Student Emergency Grants to students who qualify (e.g. have a current FAFSA on file, meet Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements, in a valid program of study, etc.). To apply, click on the link below according to the semester(s) for which you are registered. Sinclair is also required to comply with certain reporting requirements under the CARES Act which can be found here. 

“Apply for Spring/Summer 2020 Emergency Grants” link: https://sinclair.academicworks.com/opportunities/8258
 

“Apply for Fall 2020 Emergency Grants” link:
https://sinclair.academicworks.com/opportunities/8581

Contact Us

937-512-2205 | ombuds@sinclair.edu | Building 10, Room 424

Sinclair CARES

Go to the Student Affairs webpage to access the different Sinclair CARES services.

If you need to report an emergency or an immediate threat, contact Dayton Campus Police at 937-512-2700 or dial 911 from any location.