Mediation

Student Legal Services offers free mediation to all Texas A&M students as an option to help resolve conflicts and disagreements. Mediation is a problem-solving process facilitated by a neutral third party who promotes understanding and settlement in a safe and confidential environment. Student issues that benefit from mediation range from civil and commercial disputes to family and interpersonal disagreements.

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What is a mediator?

  • Facilitates communication in the mediation process
  • Helps the parties understand each other's views
  • Promotes venting or emotional expression in a safe environment
  • Deals with differences in perceptions and interests between parties
  • Shifts the focus from the past to the future
  • Encourages the parties to suggest creative and realistic settlements

    • How can I request a mediation?

    Students can call Student Legal Services at (979) 862-4502 to discuss with a staff member the possibility of mediation. During this initial meeting students will explain the conflict and identify the parties involved. Using the information provided by the student, the staff member will decide if mediation is appropriate.