Most students will complete their education at UW-Stout without feeling the need to pursue a complaint against a staff member or the university. However, if you believe you have a reason to file a complaint, the university is obligated to listen. UW-Stout has established procedures to respond to student complaints in a fair and equitable manner.
Actions you can take to resolve a complaint
Complaints Related to Course Grades, Conduct of Classes or Other Course Matters
- Address the complaint(s) with the course instructor.
- If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the meeting, or if you would be uncomfortable confronting the instructor, take the complaint to the chair of the appropriate academic department.
- If resolution is not achieved there, you may then bring the matter to the appropriate academic dean.
- If resolution is not achieved there, you should contact the provost/vice chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs with your concern.
Complaints Related to University Staff
- Address the complaint(s) with the individual involved.
- If you are not satisfied with the outcome of the meeting, take the complaint to the appropriate supervisor.
- If resolution is not achieved there, you may then bring the matter to the Dean of Students.
Complaints of discrimination
Students who believe they have been a victim of discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex (gender), religion, national origin, age or physical disability should inform the affirmative action officer.