Many issues between student and instructor can be resolved between the student and instructor directly. The first step is for the student to reach out to the instructor via email or speak with them before/after class to discuss the issue. If the student has not received an email reply within two business days, they should try again or a different method of reaching the instructor.
If a student is still struggling to resolve an issue with their instructor, their next step is to contact the academic school director for that specific class. The director will help the student resolve outstanding issues between the student and instructor.
Department faculty and school directors can be found here by clicking on the approrpiate department name:
If a student believes they are being treated unfairly by their instructor, their first course of action should be to address the issue with the instructor directly. The staff in Student Assistance & Community Standards can help a student with developing a strategy if needed.
If a student believes they are being discriminated or harassed by an instructor, they are encouraged to reach out to the Office of Equity Issues to explore options, learn about resources and possible accommodations.
Any student who believes that they have been discriminated against because of a disability by any Columbia personnel may contact the Services for Students with Disabilities Office or Columbia’s current 504 Coordinator: Dr. Douglas Eck, Dean of Students
Phone: (312) 369-8595
In Person: 623 S Wabash Ave, Suite 301 (check-in at room 304)