Victory University 2012-2013 Academic Catalog

5.5 Reprimand is an official written notification to the student that his behavior has been unacceptable.
5.6 Verbal Reprimand is used to advise/counsel a student about his behavior.
6. Appeals from Decisions
If the student wishes to appeal the decision of the Campus Judicial Board or of the Director of Student
Development (or designee), he or she must do so in writing within seven days of the original decision to
the President of the University or Chief Operating Officer. Appeals will only be considered based upon
the existence of at least one of the following Conditions of Appeal:
6.1 The student contends (and can support the contention) that he or she did not receive a fair hearing.
6.2 The student contends (and can support the contention) that significant and relevant new evidence
exists and merits consideration.
6.3 The student contends (and can support the contention) that the decision and/or sanctions imposed
were arbitrary and/or unduly harsh.
REAPPLICATION
Although not strictly a disciplinary procedure, the administration reserves the right at the end of each
semester to review a student’s file and evaluate his or her spiritual, academic, and social progress, and
identification with the overall goals and philosophy of the University. Students who have experienced
difficulty in those areas may be asked to reapply for the coming semester. Reapplication involves the
student’s self-evaluation and evaluations by four members of the faculty or administration (two at the
choice of the student and two at the choice of the Director of Student Development). All materials are
then evaluated and a final decision is made.
Judicial Policy Review Statement
The University is committed to ongoing evaluation of this judicial system and disciplinary procedures in
order to ensure that justice, fairness, and self-discipline which encourages prevention of unacceptable
behavior and development of Christian maturity is our emphasis.
NON-ACADEMIC GRIEVANCE PROGRAM
Victory University is fully committed to assuring a timely and effective resolution to student
complaints. As a Christ-Centered institution, students are encouraged to respectfully discuss
his/her matter of concern with the faculty or staff member directly affiliated with the concern.
It is important for students to learn to effectively and respectfully communicate their concerns,
and it is equally important that their concerns be promptly addressed by the institution.
Students may use the following options for addressing a non-academic grievance:
1. Reference Institutional Policies and Procedures as outlined in the Academic Catalog,
Residence Life Handbook, Student Handbook and VU’s Policy Manual.
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