Victory University 2012-2013 Academic Catalog

CAMPUS JUDICIAL SYSTEM AND DISCIPLINARY
PROCEDURES
POLICY ENFORCEMENT AND CAMPUS JUDICIAL BOARD
The judicial system and disciplinary procedures outlined here are designed to handle cases of infractions
as expeditiously, wisely, and fairly as possible. Full details concerning the Campus Judicial Board and
information related to the judicial system are outlined below. Reasonable deviations from these
procedures will not invalidate a decision or proceeding unless significant prejudice to a student may
result. A student who has been charged with infractions of policy will be handled in the following
manner:
Disciplinary Action
Initiated- Any student, faculty or staff member may bring charges under this code, and that person may
be required to supply information pertinent to the case.
1. Notification and Procedural Interview
1.1 A procedural interview will be scheduled with the Director of Student Development within three
class days after the respondent is notified in writing of an alleged violation of the policy.
1.2 Failure to appear at the procedural interview shall constitute a separate violation of this code and
may result in further disciplinary action.
1.3 Copies of the following documents will be made available to the student at the time of the
interview: 1. a copy of the Student Disciplinary Policies and Procedures. 2. A copy of the referral notice.
3. A copy of the Students’ Rights and Responsibilities from the Student Handbook.
1.4 Within five class days of the procedural interview the student is required to choose either a hearing
before the Judicial Board or a disciplinary conference with the Director of Student Development. The
student shall indicate his choice in writing.
1.5 The Director of Student Development shall notify the student of the time, date, and place of the
disciplinary conference or judicial hearing.
2. Disciplinary Conference
Students electing to participate in a disciplinary conference with the Director of Student Development
are afforded the following procedural protections:
2.1 Written notice of the alleged violations at least three class days prior to the scheduled conference.
2.2 The right to be accompanied and assisted by an advisor as provided herein.
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