Student Handbook - Asian University for Women

University Policies8. Expulsion: permanent loss of status as a student of AUW.Appeal ProcessAny student wishing to appeal a disciplinary decision may do so in writing within 3 days of receiving thedecision. The written appeal should be directed to the Dean of Students, who will consult relevant Deansor constitute a Hearing Board based on case details. If the decision was made by the Dean of Students, theappeal should be directed to the Vice Chancellor. The dean and/or the Hearing Board will review thedecisions, confer with the Vice Chancellor, and upon the Vice Chancellor’s approval, their decision shallbe final.ALCOHOL AND DRUGSAUW strictly prohibits the purchase, possession, transportation, storage, or consumption of alcoholicbeverages or illegal drugs. Drug-related paraphernalia is also prohibited. Aiding (helping or encouraging)others to engage in these activities is prohibited.BANGLADESHI LAWSEach student is responsible for obeying the laws of Bangladesh and must deal with the consequencesthemselves if they violate the laws.GAMBLINGGambling is not permitted on AUW premises.PHYSICAL AND VERBAL ATTACKSAn activity that seriously compromises or threatens the wellbeing of another person in the AUWcommunity is considered to be wholly unacceptable, and AUW will adopt a zero tolerance policy towardsit. These include any form of verbal, physical, or sexual, threat or intimidation of any sort. Offensiveacts, comments, remarks on another’s race, gender, religion, political views, or sexual orientation isstrictly prohibited.SEXUAL MISCONDUCT/HARASSMENTAUW prohibits all forms of harassment on campus, or at any AUW activities off campus, by itsadministrators, faculty, staff, students, and student organizations, and external organizations andindividuals.AUW defines harassment as unwelcome physical contact, conduct, or communication which has thepurpose or effect of:Unreasonably interfering with an employee’s or student’s work, academic activities, or residentiallife at AUW, or participation in AUW-sponsored programs or events.Creating an intimidating, hostile, or abusive environment for an employee or student at AUW orin AUW-sponsored programs or events, as determined by AUW policy.Please note that making an intentionally false charge of harassment or retaliating against someone whohas made a charge is as serious an offense as harassment and is prohibited.31