Community Charter: Respect
This charter is a commitment to foster a culture of respect within the community at Warwick Business School. The charter forms a framework to guide the behaviour of all members of our learning community, so that everyone can achieve their highest potential during their time at WBS, and beyond. This charter brings to life some of the expectations set out in the Warwick Student Community Statement, Our Dignity Principles and Warwick Values. The charter also embodies the WBS CORE Values: Curiosity, Openness, Restlessness and Excellence. The charter is based around the principle of respect: we expect all members of the WBS community to show respect for others, themselves and their opportunities at WBS. By respect, we mean to behave in ways that show that every member of our community is valued and treated with care and consideration. This is also the first principle of the Warwick Values Programme.
Respect your opportunity We respect our individual potential by immersing ourselves in the academic opportunities and support available. We take responsibility for the learning that makes the most of these opportunities by being self-motivated and committing to make the most of our opportunity to succeed, while knowing that we can reach out for support if we find that we need it. What does this mean for me? ■ Attend all of your classes online and in-person – we cannot stress how important this is ■ Complete all the preparatory work set for you and turn up prepared and organised ■ Engage and actively participate in classroom discussions
Respect other individuals Every member of the University is entitled to equal respect, regardless of background, beliefs, or personal characteristics, and this is covered in Our Dignity Principles Policy. By respecting others, we are careful how our behaviour affects other people in our university community, by thinking about how our actions impact on them. We recognise that other people’s feelings, opinions and wellbeing are as important and meaningful as our own, and signal that in how we interact with them in considerate ways. What does this mean for me? ■ Adhere to the WBS Classroom Etiquette guidance ■ Do not talk over the presenter during class, pay full attention to whoever is speaking ■ Be considerate of your peers when they are answering questions and contributing during class ■ Turn up to your classes on time so that you do not disturb the class by entering late ■ Listen to each other and consider others’ opinions – you will learn a lot from each other.
■ Make the most of your time at WBS by attending co-curricular activities to enhance your overall academic performance and employability skills ■ Direct your own learning beyond that specified by your teachers by carrying out your own research.
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