Ethics, Integrity, & Compliance
Because of the complex nature of the university’s work in a wide range of areas, there are many compliance requirements that intersect with individual activities and roles in different ways. Each topic section listed below gives a brief overview of the U-M compliance resources available in that area and contact information for experts who can help you.
General Compliance Guidance
Office of the Vice President and General Counsel
The Office of the Vice President and General Counsel represents and advises the entire University of Michigan community, including the Board of Regents, the President, the Executive Officers, Michigan Medicine and the schools and colleges on all three campuses. They provide legal guidance and advice so units can fulfill their educational, research and entrepreneurial missions in accordance with all legal and policy requirements applicable to public research universities. General compliance questions can be sent to the compliance coordinator by filling out the form on the Ask a Question page.
Contact information: 734-764-0304 [email protected]
University Audits
University Audits provides services to all levels of management with information regarding the internal control environment throughout the university (UM-Ann Arbor, UM-Flint, UM-Dearborn and Michigan Medicine). They work in partnership with other university units to monitor, identify and manage risks, improve processes and investigate fraud.
Contact information: 734-647-7500 [email protected]
Compliance Hotline
The University of Michigan Compliance Hotline is a tool for U-M employees, students, vendors and others to anonymously report concerns regarding financial, regulatory, NCAA, substance abuse and patient safety issues.
Contact information: 1-866-990-0111 Online form
U-M Standard Practice Guide
The U-M Standard Practice Guide is the official repository for the policies and procedures of the University of Michigan. Information can be searched by name and topic area on this site.
Athletics
University of Michigan Compliance Services Office
The Athletic Department Compliance Program oversees and operates the athletics program in accordance with all applicable NCAA, conference and institutional rules to maintain a culture of compliance. It monitors all aspects of the university’s athletics programs to ensure compliance, identify and report to the NCAA all instances in which compliance has not been achieved and affirm that corrective actions have been taken.
Contact information: 734-615-7341 [email protected]
Conflict of Interest
To maintain the University of Michigan’s credibility in the eyes of the public, it is important that all members of the campus community disclose any potential Conflicts of Interest or Conflicts of Commitment as soon as they arise so that they can be evaluated objectively and, if necessary, managed or eliminated.
In addition to SPG 201.65-1, University employees are governed by their unit-level faculty or staff COI/COC policy. The resources below provide more information about these policies and what you need to do as a responsible University of Michigan employee.
UM-Flint Conflict of Interest
Conflict of Interest and Conflict of Commitment
UM-Flint Contact information: University Human Resources, 810-762-3150, [email protected]
Research and Technology Transfer COIs
University employees may be subject to federal and state conflict of interest regulations related to research activity and/or the use of intellectual property. Disclosure and management processes for individual (personal) COIs related to research are governed by the University’s Policy for Identification and Management of Conflicts of Interest in Research and Technology Transfer. See the following resources for more information:
U-M Office of Research Ethics & Compliance: Conflict of Interest (Ann Arbor, Flint, Dearborn)
Institutional COIs
Financial interests of the University of Michigan (e.g., investments) or those of a Covered Official may lead to potential COIs related to research activity. U-M follows the Office of the President’s Policy for Institutional Conflicts of Interest in Research.
For more information see: Research Ethics & Compliance Institutional Conflicts of Interest
Conflict of Interest Research Compliance Program
The Conflict of Interest Research Compliance Program provides oversight of and the procedural structure for outside interest disclosure, review of potential conflicts of interest and management of identified conflicts.
UM Contact information: 734-764-9290 for faculty and 734-763-2387 for staff [email protected]
Dispute Resolution
For Faculty
Faculty Ombuds: The Faculty Ombuds receives faculty complaints, concerns, and questions about alleged acts, omissions, improprieties, and broader problems, and works to ensure a fair, equitable, and expeditious resolution. The Ombuds may make an informal inquiry, request relevant documentation, review matters received, offer options for resolution, make referrals, and mediate disputes independently and impartially. In addition, the Ombuds serve as a resource for information, communication, and referrals, and makes recommendations for constructive change when university policies or procedures generate conflicts or concerns. The Ombuds adheres to professional standards of practice established by the International Ombudsman Association.
UM-Flint Contact information:
Thomas A. Wrobel
Professor of Psychology, CASE
[email protected]
For Staff
University Human Resources: The Human Resources team supports the growth and success of our faculty, staff and students within a culture that embraces and promotes diversity and inclusiveness.
UM-Flint Contact information: University Human Resources, 810-762-3150, [email protected]
For Students
Office of the Dean of Students: We work with students, parents/families, and faculty/staff who have questions about any issue related to the student experience, support and assistance. We oversee student concerns, student conduct and community standards, conflict resolution, and other resources for students
UM-Flint Contact information: Office of the Dean of Students, 810-762-5728, [email protected]
Equity, Civil Rights & Title IX Office
The Equity, Civil Rights & Title IX Office is committed to ensuring that all staff, faculty and students have equal access and opportunities, and receive the support needed to be successful regardless of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight or veteran status. Additionally, we are committed to the principles of equal opportunity in all employment, educational and research programs, activities and events, as well as to the use of affirmative actions to cultivate and maintain an environment that fosters equal opportunity.
UM-Flint Contact information: Equity, Civil Rights & Title IX Office, 810-237-6517, [email protected]
Environment, Health & Safety
Environment, Health & Safety is committed to providing high quality services to the UM-Flint campus community so that students, faculty and staff have a safe and healthy environment to learn, teach and work. Please review the U-M Standard Practice Guide for more information on the responsibilities and practices of EHS.
UM-Flint Contact information: Environment, Health & Safety, 810-766-6763, [email protected]
Finance
The Financial Services & Budget Department assists in maintaining the fiscal integrity of UM-Flint. We value efficient and responsive customer service, professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
We provide services to facilitate campus faculty, staff and students in:
- Understanding university policies and procedures
- Financial reporting
- Student billing
- Financial analysis
- Fiscal controls
- Budgeting
- Accounts payable and the collection
- Custody and release of campus funds
UM-Flint Contact information: Financial Services & Budget, Phone: 810-762-3480, [email protected]
Office of Business & Financial Services
The Office of Business & Financial Services is committed to providing you a professional experience with a servant-leader focus. Our organization is better today than yesterday and will be better tomorrow than today with your help and feedback.
Office of Business & Financial Services Departments
Information and Data
Library – Copyright
The U-M Library Copyright Office provides information to help faculty and staff make decisions about sharing and using copyrighted material in their research, learning and teaching. Contact information: [email protected]
Office of Financial Aid
The Office of Financial Aid operates under many federal, state, and institutional guidelines. In addition, the office adheres to all ethical practices in all facets of delivering student financial aid. As a member institution of the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators, the office is bound by the code of conduct as established by our profession. UM-Flint also abides by the loan code of conduct and the ethical expectations of the university.
UM-Flint Contact information: Office of Financial Aid, (810) 762-3444, [email protected]
Office of the Registrar
The University of Michigan complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, the federal law that governs release of and access to student education records.The Office of the Registrar’s website provides information about student rights and student records.
UM-Flint Contact information: Office of the Registrar, 810-762-3344, [email protected]
Information Technology Services
As the campus provider of innovative Information Technology Services and support, ITS focuses on the strategic use of technology to support the university’s vision and goals in the areas of student-centeredness; excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship; and engaged citizenship.
UM-Flint Contact information:Information Technology Services, 810-762-3123, [email protected]
Safe Computing
Safe Computing at the University of Michigan provides tips, training and information about how to stay safe and secure online and how to follow and maintain all of U-M’s IT policies.
Contact information: Safe Computing 734-764-4357 [email protected]
Data Security
The University provides many information technology resources for its community. Whenever you use these resources, you implicitly agree to abide by the highest standards of responsibility to your colleagues – the faculty, staff, students and external users who share this environment. Users are required to comply with all University policies and state and federal laws concerning appropriate use of information technology. Non-compliance is considered a serious breach of community standards and may result in disciplinary or legal action.
Users of UM computing resources are subject to a number of policies and guidelines. A complete listing and full text of U-M policies on information technology is available online at Information Technology Policies. In addition to these general U-M policies, UM-Flint users are subject to the policies and guidelines established by the Flint campus.
International & Immigration
Global Michigan
The Global Michigan web portal provides a collection of travel policies and resources designed to support international activities of all U-M community members.
The U-M International Center provides a variety of services to assist international students, scholars, faculty and staff at the University of Michigan, as well as Michigan’s U.S. students seeking opportunities to study, work or travel abroad.
UM-Ann Arbor Contact information: 734-764-9310, [email protected]
Center for Global Engagement
The CGE is an academic resource center for students, faculty, and staff interested in global and intercultural education opportunities (domestic and abroad).
UM-Flint Contact information: Center for Global Engagement, 810-762-0867, [email protected]
Research
The Office of Research supports faculty and staff in externally funded research and sponsored projects. Support includes grant development support, external funding application review, internal research seed funding, undergraduate research support, compliance services, project reporting, and regulatory guidance, and coordinates funded research and sponsored project management with the U-M Office of Research and the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects.
UM-Flint Contact information: Office of Research, 810-762-3383, [email protected]
Department of Public Safety
The Department of Public Safety website contains information about security, personal safety, and support services available as well as information about parking and transportation services.
UM-Flint Contact information: Department of Public Safety, Emergencies: 911 – Police, Fire, Medical, Non-Emergency: -810-762-3333
Sexual Assault & Sexual Misconduct
The University of Michigan-Flint is committed to preventing sexual misconduct and offering support to those who have been harmed. Sexual assault, harassment, discrimination and all forms of sexual misconduct have no place at the University of Michigan or the University of Michigan-Flint.
The Equity, Civil Rights & Title IX Office addresses and investigates matters involving discrimination, discriminatory harassment and sexual misconduct on behalf of the university when a complaint is filed against a student, faculty member, staff member or third party.
UM-Flint Contact information: Equity, Civil Rights & Title IX Office, 810-237-6517, [email protected]
UM-Flint’s Discrimination, Discriminatory Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Reporting Form online reporting form.
If this is an emergency, immediately dial 911.
UM-Flint Contact information: Department of Public Safety, Emergencies: 911 – Police, Fire, Medical, Non-Emergency: 810-762-3333
Teaching
Thompson Center for Learning & Teaching
The Thompson Center for Learning & Teaching acknowledges and advances excellence in teaching throughout campus and across all modalities. The Center assists faculty in their efforts to deepen knowledge of their current teaching practice, explore new methods for promoting active learning and incorporate new technologies into teaching.
Please submit inquiries using this TCLT Contact Form.
UM-Flint Contact information: Thompson Center for Learning & Teaching, 810-237-6508
Student Education Records
Records that contain information directly related to a student and that are maintained by the University of Michigan or by a person acting for the university. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act governs release of, and access to, student education records. Directory information about a student is not regulated by FERPA and can be released by the university without the student’s permission. Students can request non-disclosure from the U-M Registrar’s Office.
University Human Resources
UM-Flint Contact information: University Human Resources, 810-762-3150, [email protected]
Training Resources
University Human Resources Professional Development
UM-Flint Contact information: University Human Resources Professional Development, 810-762-3150, [email protected]
Department of Organizational Learning
Organizational Learning is here to provide you with tools and resources for you whether it’s self-assessment tools, learning opportunities that are instructor-led, online, or on the job, or resources for mentoring and coaching.
Human Resources tutorials
View Human Resources compliance-related education and training programs.
My LINC
My LINC — the University of Michigan’s web-based learning and information center — offers a variety of learning activities to support operational users, compliance requirements, and professional development.
Learning & Professional Development
Learn more about Professional Development Courses, conferences and special events offered through U-M Human Resources.
Research Compliance Training & Resources
View the compliance training options for Research Compliance Training Resources.