Student Organization Conduct Process
The Office of the Dean of Students is responsible for the administration of university rules for registered and sponsored student organizations. Student Conduct and Academic Integrity investigates and resolves alleged violations by student organizations.
Student Conduct and Academic Integrity routinely receives reports of alleged violations of university rules from campus offices (e.g., University of Texas Police Department, University Housing and Dining, Information Technology Services, Parking and Transportation Services, etc.) as well as faculty and students.
Violation Rubric
While each situation is unique, prohibited conduct is organized into tiers. The tier of any alleged violation will determine the resolution process for that incident.
The three tiers outlined below are meant to serve as a guide; the Dean of Students maintains sole discretion in determining which process should be used to address allegations of student organization misconduct.
Violation Examples
Prescribed Resolution Process
Alcohol Misconduct– Providing to Minors
Misuse of or unauthorized entry into University Property
Trademark/Licensing Violations
Failing to complete sanctions assigned through the conduct process
Partnership Process
Violation of Local, State or Federal Law
Theft
Destruction of Property
Hazing (behavior that does not involve allegations of potential violence or forced consumption of alcohol/food)
Harassment
Technology Misuse
Gambling
Disruptive Conduct
Failure to Comply
University Investigation
Weapons
Dangerous Materials
Threatening Behavior
HOP 3-3031 Track C Cases
Hazing (any allegation that involves potentially violent behavior or forced consumption of alcohol/food)
Drugs
Stalking
Providing False or Misleading Information
Unauthorized Surveillance
Violent Behavior
Animal Cruelty
Retaliation
Facilitating Academic Misconduct
Disciplinary Procedures
The official documentation for each resolution process is detailed in Institutional Rules Subchapter 6-500. Please review this subchapter for specific information on the Prescribed Resolution Process, Partnership Process, and University Investigation.
Student Organization Conduct Process Flowchart
Click on the image below for a pdf flowchart of the student organization conduct process.
