The Rights of the Student

A student who is accused of scholastic dishonesty (or a non-academic violation) is entitled to due process. That includes the right to know what evidence supports the charge and the right to a hearing.

If the disciplinary matter is resolved administratively with a faculty member or Student Judicial Services staff member in the Office of the Dean of Students (Faculty Disposition or Administrative Disposition), a hearing is not required. However, the student may appeal the penalty by giving written notice to the President within fourteen (14) days of the administrative resolution.

If the disciplinary matter is resolved through a hearing, the student may appeal the hearing officer's decision regarding the findings and penalty by giving written notice to the President within fourteen (14) days after being notified of the hearing officer's decision.

All information concerning disciplinary matters, including scholastic dishonesty accusations and dispositions, is strictly confidential and therefore should be treated accordingly.

Note: The official University policies concerning the disciplinary process are outlined in Chapter 11 of the Institutional Rules on Student Services and Activities, which may be found in Appendix C of the General Information catalog.