ACADEMIC AND STUDENT CODES OF CONDUCT GENERAL POLICY

The preservation of freedom of discussion, inquiry and expression is possible only in an environment in which the privileges of citizenship are protected and the obligations of citizenship are understood. Accordingly, the University has developed regulations and policies pertaining to students and to student organizations on both the main campus and at BGSU Firelands. Any student or organization violating an established policy or regulation of the University is subject to disciplinary action according to the provisions outlined in these Codes of Conduct. Personal conduct on University-owned or University-controlled property or at University-sponsored events is subject to University jurisdiction. The University also may enforce its own disciplinary policy and procedures, regardless of where misconduct occurs,when personal or organizational conduct directly, seriously, or adversely interferes with or disrupts the educational mission, programs, or other functions of the University. In addition to the guidelines of conduct set forth elsewhere in the Student Handbook and other official University publications, acts of conduct for which disciplinary action may be taken and the disciplinary procedures which apply for the fair adjudication of alleged violations are included in this document. Students at Firelands College should also refer to their Firelands College catalog for policies specific to the Firelands campus.