Talk it Out: Dispute Resolution Resource Hub – Student Rights and Responsibilities

Welcome to our resource hub for navigating hard conversations and disputes. Here, you will find expert-led videos and practical worksheets designed to provide you with the tools and techniques needed to resolve conflicts confidently. Our topics include specialized guidance for those experiencing anxiety, managing disputes within romantic relationships, handling conflict from a faith-based perspective and more! We will keep adding to this page. Whether you’re looking to improve communication or develop your dispute resolution skills, our resources are here to support you in every conversation.

Resolution for People in Romantic Relationships

Presented by: Camesha and Chad Little, a married couple who met in college. Use can use the WORKSHEET that accompanies this video.

Navigating conflicts in a romantic relationship can be challenging, especially when emotions run high. In this video, Camesha Little, a lawyer with dispute resolution experience, and her husband, Chad Little, who has worked with students in case management, offer practical tips on how to resolve conflicts in a healthy and respectful way. Paired with a worksheet, this guide focuses on clear communication, empathy, and finding solutions that strengthen your relationship, even in tough moments.

Resolution for People from a Faith Tradition

Presented by: Rev. Janeen Steer. Use can use the WORKSHEET that accompanies this video.

Though EWU is a public institution, some students may want to integrate their religious traditions into their approach to conflict. This video, by Reverend Janeen Steer, paired with a worksheet, offers faith-based guidance on navigating difficult conversations. Drawing from her extensive experience in spiritual leadership, Reverend Steer focuses on key values such as forgiveness, respect, and spiritual growth, providing practical tips to resolve conflicts in a way that honors both personal beliefs and the relationships involved.

Resolution for People who may be People Pleasers

Presented by: Christina Thomas. Use can use the WORKSHEET that accompanies this video.

Navigating conflict can be especially tough for people-pleasers who struggle to assert themselves. In this video, Christina Thomas, who brings her extensive experience in residence life, Title IX, and student conduct, shares tips on recognizing if you’re a people-pleaser and managing conflict in a healthy way. Paired with a helpful worksheet, this guide focuses on setting boundaries, communicating effectively, and balancing your needs with others’ expectations.

Six Things to Say in a Difficult Conversation

Presented by: Dr. Colleen Vandenboom, you can use the WORKSHEET that accompanies this video.

Sometimes the hardest thing about a conversation is just finding the right words to say. This quick video will provide you with some phrases and tools in almost any situation.