S t u d e n t H a n d b o o k : C o m p l a i n t s , G r i e v a n c e s , G r a d e A p p e a l s & C o d e o f C o n d u c t
Definitions of Disciplinary Actions or Sanctions
Sanctions (Defined)
Sanctions (punishments imposed for acts of academic dishonesty or code of conduct violations) are categorized by levels (based on the severity of the infraction/offense committed by the student or based on whether the infraction has been repeated by a student). Sanctions are categorized by degrees, Level 1 , Level 2 and Level 3 . Sanctions categorized as Level 1 sanctions are considered less severe punishments in response to violations. If a student repeats an offense, the level of the sanction increases. Some offenses ( based on severity ) do not have a Level 1 sanction associated with them. In such cases, the college views the offense as being so extreme that the offense is automatically elevated to a Level 2 or Level 3 offense upon execution of the act itself (i.e., paying a third party to complete assignments, bringing a weapon on campus, etc…). In such cases, the student could face suspension.
Refusal to Carry Out Sanctions
Some sanctions may require the student to take a short educational course (i.e., Drug Abuse 101) or could require the student to write an essay on a topic (associated with the offense) or require a certain number of community service hours. If a student refuses to complete the requirements of the imposed sanction, the original sanction will move up to the next highest level sanction which will lead to more severe sanction, including suspension or dismissal.
Violation of Code of Conduct & Sanctions
A student or group of students deemed to be in violation of the Student Code of Conduct is subject to the imposition of the following restrictions, sanctions and/or action.
1. Warning (Level 1 Sanction): Used for minor infractions of college regulations and consists of a restatement of the regulation violated with an official warning concerning future behavior. The restriction notifies a student that:
a. Any further violation of college regulations will subject him/her to further disciplinary action.
b. He/she must maintain exemplary conduct during the period of restriction.
c. The restriction is generally for an indefinite period of time, but not less than one academic semester/term.
d. Termination of the restriction is generally based upon a student's cooperative attitude, academic progress, and positive contributions of service to the college.
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