2009-2010 - Bowie State University

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
Students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner which is consistent with the Core Values
(Excellence, Civility, Integrity, Diversity, and Accountability), purpose, goals, and objectives of Bowie
State University. In particular, all students have the privilege to learn, subject only to their own initiative
and ability, uninhibited by the behavior of others. The University reserves the right to deny admission to
any applicant, to discontinue the enrollment of any student, or to withhold the degree of any student if,
in the opinion of University authorities, a student’s behavior is in continuous or serious violation of the
Student Code of Conduct established by the faculty, students, and administration and published in the
Student Handbook. Academic honesty, as defined in the Student Handbook, is required of all students.
The Bowie State University Man and Woman
Standards and Expectations
University administrators, faculty, and staff are individually and collectively committed to assisting each
student in his/her personal development and providing the quality education necessary to achieve
his/her goals. The University also takes seriously its obligation to nurture and to assist each student in
developing his/her personal character. However, it is incumbent upon each student to assume personal
responsibility for his/her conduct and behavior. Bowie State University presumes, therefore, that the
student:
Seeks to Develop Self Academically, Physically, and Spiritually
Possesses an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and is responsive to new ideas and different
dimensions of thought. The student does not abuse or violate his/her physical and spiritual well‐being
and has a strong sense of positive self‐esteem.
Values Life
Accepts, respects, and celebrates racial, gender, and cultural diversity as a natural part of our social
fabric. He/she behaves and interacts with others with dignity and respect, refusing to violate or abuse
the rights of others, and is willing to assist those in need or in distress.
Has Integrity
Has a value system and code of ethics that foster positive personal growth and development. The
student is true to his/her personal convictions and is unwilling to compromise personal values and
standards of behavior.
Is Dependable
Follows through on self‐assigned tasks as well as those to which he/she has been assigned and is timely
in carrying out those assignments.
Sets High Personal Standards
Is goal and solution‐oriented, refuses to accept mediocrity, and continues to seek excellence in
whatever he/she undertakes.
Has Effective Communication Skills
Strives to develop and master effective verbal and writing skills. He/she clearly understands that poor
communication skills can have a deleterious impact on his/her professional growth and development.
Is Aware of His/Her History
Recognizes the richness of his/her legacy and understands the need to learn from and apply the lessons
of one’s cultural, racial, and personal history. He/she is aware of past and present contributions his/her
ancestors have made to the nation and the global community as well.
Knows and Abides By the Rules of Social Decorum
Clearly understands that verbal abuse, rowdiness, fighting, impoliteness, and other forms of social
misconduct are unwarranted and unacceptable social behavior.
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