Student Conduct
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The Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities
In support of its Mission, the University of San Diego has developed standards of conduct and processes designed to hold students accountable to these standards. The purpose of the discipline process is to maintain a safe environment for the campus community, one that supports the academic mission and provides a productive living and learning environment. The discipline process is also designed to foster the personal development of students and emphasizes the student's personal understanding of their behavior as well as their responsibilities to the community.
The University of San Diego also has an obligation to uphold the laws of the larger community of which it is a part. While the activities covered by the laws of the larger community and those covered by the University of San Diego's rules may overlap, it is important to note that the community's laws and the University of San Diego's rules operate independently and that they do not substitute for each other. The University of San Diego may pursue enforcement of its own rules whether or not legal proceedings are underway or in process, and may use information from third party sources, such as, law enforcement agencies, news agencies, and the courts, to determine whether University rules have been broken. Membership in the University community does not exempt anyone from local, state, or federal laws, but rather imposes the additional obligation to abide by all the University of San Diego's regulations.
This Code has been established in order to ensure community order and to facilitate students' unencumbered pursuit of education both inside and outside of the classroom. Stated first are the Rules of Conduct. Secondly are disciplinary procedures and sanctions. Thirdly are University policies related to students and student organizations.
The rules, policies and procedures outlined in this Code provide a framework for community life at the University of San Diego. Recognized student organizations may establish rules and procedures for the purpose of self-regulation so long as those rules and procedures are not in conflict with the provisions of this Code.
As changing times and needs of the University community dictate, the Vice President of Student Affairs may appoint a committee to recommend additions to, amendments to, or deletions from this Code.
