Welcome to New York University Student Mediation Service's Official Web Site Types of Mediation Students in Conflict who have been unsuccessful in resolving their differences are encouraged to use mediation service. Mediations cannot involve faculty,administrative staff, or non-students. Purpose and Goals Mediation is a confidential process which helps parties communicate their concerns and needs to one another, with the goals of reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.
Mediation focuses on problem solving rather than placing blame.
It is an educational process where particpants learn communication skills to avoid future conflicts. Mediation cannot replace the judicial or legal system for certain types of disputes. Conflict involving violence, the potential of physical harm, or the commission of a felony cannot be mediated. A student inquires about the mediation process. Every effort will be made to schedule the intake session within 24 hours of the inquiry.