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Purpose of SCU’s Codes

Primary is SAFETY Agreed upon behaviors on and off

campus Enhance growth as a professional Allow for an environment conducive to

learning Define behavior that is connected to CAM Preserve SCU’s MVV of academic

excellence

6.5 Student Code of Ethics & Judicial Review Procedures

ED of Student Affairs is responsible for implementation and administration

Students, Faculty or Staff report incidents in writing to Executive Director

Any person can file a written complaint Alcohol possession or abuse

On or off campus may lead to a complaint Dishonesty Disrespectful Behavior Academic Dishonesty

Academic Dishonesty Disruptive Behavior Sexual Misconduct

Perception is Truth Theft or destruction of property Misuse of college computing resources Verbal abuse Weapons

Student Code of Ethics 6.5 Student Code of Ethics & Judicial Review Procedures

Judicial Process

Ultimate goal is learning and correction of action

Receipt of a complaint Investigation

Interviews of person filing the complaint, person complaint against, pertinent people

Filing of Charges (if required) Judicial Hearing

Composed of Students, Staff/Faculty Closed to all other parties incl. parents,

attorney etc.

Finding of RESPONSIBLE or NOT RESPONSIBLE

Preponderance of evidence Not GUILTY because CODE of ETHICS is

behavior based and not legal based.

Judicial Process

SANCTIONS

Disciplinary Warning Disciplinary Probation Suspension Expulsion Educational Sanctions

Anti-Violence Policy

Perception is Truth “Zero Tolerance” for actual or threatened

violence. Mandatory Compliance Every Verbal or Physical Threat is treated

seriously Now is the time to become a professional

Sexual Harassment

Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal, non-verbal or written conduct of a sexual nature. Joking can also be considered harassment. PERCEPTION

Notify Executive Director of Student Affairs as soon as possible.

Complaints against any SCU employee will be referred to Human Resources.

Any retaliatory action will be treated as a separate complaint

Campus Reporting

If you or someone you know may be at risk to harm themselves or others, or if you need assistance with a personal crisis, CALL the 24 hour counseling line at 562-204-4180

Completely confidential and at no charge to you.

Social Networking and FB

Social networking is not private networking

SECTION 1: DESCRIPTION The Educational Advancement Committee is a

committee of the ASB board. The committee consists of two representatives and one alternate from each term, and a selected board.

SECTION 2: PURPOSE The EAC functions to enhance the educational

experience at SCUHS by giving faculty honest feedback about their courses and instruction, and acting as the liaison between administration, faculty, staff, and students with the utmost honor and respect…The EAC acts as an arbitrator and assists professors, faculty, and students when needed. Treats students, with the utmost honor and respect.

ARTICLE V: TERM REPRESENTATIVES The EAC Term Representative is intimately related to

the quality of the SCUHS educational experience. They are primarily responsible for being catalysts for progress, managing the information flow both to and from the EAC. The EAC Term Representatives are, first and foremost, responsible for being inspiring, solution-driven advocates for academic excellence.

SECTION 2: TERM Each Term Representative will serve the EAC for one

year and will be required to be reelected at the beginning of each subsequent year. If necessary, the EAC Chair will recruit, mentor, and aid the election process for each reelection.

SECTION 3: ELIGIBILITY Current full-time SCUHS students who have a

cumulative GPA of 2.5, are not on academic probation, and have not been found responsible for a violation of the Student Code of Ethics are eligible for nomination.

EAC Duties

EAC members are arbitrators. Represent the majority of the class… The

individual should deal with individual student issues.

If, however, an individual requires a support system, an EAC representative may accompany the student to act as support and a mediator

EAC members should inform the class that class issues should be addressed through EAC unless less than 10% of the class or an individual is involved.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AGREEMENT

I shall not: cheat on examinations, quizzes, projects

homework, or any other coursework; receive nor give information about

examinations and quizzes to another student; collaborate with other students in the

completion of academic requirements, unless specifically authorized by the course instructor;

submit material that is wholly or substantially identical to that created or published by another person or persons, without adequate citation and/or permission from that person or persons;

I shall not: alter any grade or rating so as to obtain an

unearned grade; deliberately falsify a written or verbal

statement of fact in order to obtain an advantage over others, such as an unearned grade;

browse the internet or do projects or study unrelated course content during course sessions; and

do anything to disrupt the learning of others.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AGREEMENT

In the case of first time or minor infractions, I understand that the instructors/Professors of the course, with the advice and approval of the College Dean, will have authority in the determination of any violation of this agreement and have full authority in administration of sanctions that affect my status in that course.

any defense against violations of this policy will be administered through the student judicial process as discussed in the Student Code of Conduct.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AGREEMENT

University Policy 2.1.7

“The course instructor has the discretion to grant either individual or a blanket approval or prohibition for the use of one or more types of electronic devices in the classroom.

Violators of this policy are subject to appropriate discipline.”

5.8.2 Classroom Procedures and Other Academic Grievances

Students wishing to pursue an appeals or resolve disputed under this section should first arrange a conference to discuss the appeal or grievance with: The Faculty

THEN The College Dean

THEN The Vice President for Academic Affairs, who

will render a final decision.

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