Student Conduct Process

WSU Student Conduct's mission is to foster a responsible and accountable culture by upholding community standards through an educational and developmental conduct process. We aim to empower students to make responsible choices, understand the impact of their actions, and contribute positively to a safe and respectful campus community.

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Goals

  • ‌  Fairness:
    We ensure that all processes, decisions, and outcomes are impartial and consistent across situations and students.
  • ‌  Education:
    We prioritize learning and personal growth, using conduct situations as opportunities for students to understand expectations, develop empathy, and make better choices in the future.
  • ‌  Responsibility:
    We cultivate a sense of personal accountability among students for their actions and their impact on the community.
  • ‌  Community:
    We emphasize the collective well-being and shared responsibility of all members in fostering a positive and cohesive campus environment.

Key Things You'll Find in the Student Code

  • Clear definitions: It explains important terms like academic dishonesty (things like cheating or plagiarism), academic disruption (anything that gets in the way of learning), hazing, and alcohol/substance use on campus.
     
  • Your rights: You have important rights as a student, including:
    • The right of reasonable access to University facilities and programs and the right to learn free from unlawful discrimination or other arbitrary and capricious treatment;
    • The right of free inquiry, expression, and assembly subject to constitutional limitations;
    • The right to be secure in their persons, living quarters, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures.
       
  • Process: The code explains the process for resolving different kinds of issues, whether they're related to academics, administrative matters, or behavior.

Your Role

We encourage you to take a moment to get familiar with the Student Code. It's a valuable resource that helps ensure a fair and respectful experience for all students. By enrolling as a student at Weber State, you’re agreeing that you’ll follow the code! You can find the full Student Code online at the Weber State University Student Code page.

Questions & Answers About the Student Conduct Process