student code of conduct revision presentation to agc (1of 3) february 11, 2014
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Seeking AGC Endorsement
The Student Code of Conduct is not an academic policy Both academic and general, therefore
follows a unique process AGC specifically to provide input on direct
academic components (Academic Dishonesty and Classroom Conduct)
Seeking Endorsement and Recommendations
Post AGC Endorsement, moves to Cabinet for final review
Review Process/Team Faculty focus groups spring ’13
Smaller review team:
Bethann Talsma, Business faculty
Jenni Klutts, Adjunct faculty (Biology)/Assistant Athletic Director/Professional Tutor
Deb Sanders, General Counsel Office
Evan Macklin, Student Life and Conduct
Eric Mullen, Associate Dean, Enrollment Management
Tina Hoxie, Dean of Student Affairs
Input from Associate Deans, Bill Faber and Paula Sullivan
Sent to DHs/PDs for additional input
Academic Dishonesty & Classroom Conduct Sections Made consequence sections
consistent Improved language around
process for both areas Clarified sanction options
Added Student Rights Section
Concern from the BOT that there is nothing on the books stating Student Rights
Seeking feedback What are we missing? Is anything misrepresented? Does it cover what we need it to cover?
Summary Other of Major Changes
Formatting Removed Athletics section – moved to
their handbook Removed Student Organization section –
moved to their handbook Added definitions for Accused student,
Complainant, Cyber Stalking, Cyber Bullying, Student Group or Organization
Edited definition from “school days” to “business days”
Added Interpretation and Revision section (very last section)
General Conduct Changes
Rearranged (put in alpha order) Added Bullying and Sexual
Misconduct sections Expanded sanctions section
Process Updates
Expanded language Afforded both parties equal rights Change to appeal process
Appeals of Reprimands would be a written review by the Dean only (no hearing committee)
Seeking input on this decision