Our Mission
The Office of Student Conduct administers the Student Code of Conduct and supports a university community in which students understand their rights and responsibilities, are accountable for their choices, and have opportunities to learn from their experiences.
Through fair and transparent processes, educational interventions, and connections to university resources, the office promotes responsible decision-making, student success, and community responsibility in support of the mission and goals of the University and Division of Student Affairs.
Guiding Principles
The student conduct process balances the needs and rights of students with the needs and expectations of the University and larger community.
Fair and equitable process. Students are provided information about the concerns being addressed, have an opportunity to share their perspective and relevant information, and receive an objective and fair process consistent with the Student Code of Conduct.
Individualized and proportionate response. Student conduct matters vary considerably in circumstances, seriousness, impact, and risk. University responses should reflect the information available and the circumstances of the individual matter rather than rely on a one-size-fits-all approach.
A continuum of resolution and intervention. Not every concern requires the same response. OSC uses a range of approaches, including informal action, alternative resolution, educational interventions, conflict coaching, and formal conduct processes, as appropriate.
Accountability and learning. Accountability includes understanding expectations, recognizing the impact of one's choices, and identifying more appropriate decisions for the future. Educational interventions are designed to promote reflection, responsible decision-making, and future success.
Connection and support. Conduct concerns may identify circumstances in which students would benefit from additional university resources or support. OSC helps students identify and connect with appropriate resources when relevant.
Community responsibility. The conduct process supports a university environment in which students understand that individual choices can affect other people and the broader community.
Student Learning Outcomes
Through participation in OSC conduct processes and educational interventions, students may have opportunities to develop the following knowledge and skills. Specific outcomes vary based on the nature of the interaction and the educational strategies used.
- Understand the referral and university expectations
Accurately explain why their behavior resulted in referral and how it conflicted with university expectations. - Understand consequences and impact
Describe short- and long-term consequences of misconduct and how these may affect academic or future goals. - Plan for future decisions
Identify a specific alternative decision strategy and explain how it would change the outcome. - Identify resources and support
Identify an appropriate campus resource and explain how to access it.