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Colorado State University Student Conduct Code

Preamble

Colorado State University expects students to maintain standards of personal integrity that are in harmony with the educational goals of the institution and to assume responsibility for their actions; to observe national, state, and local laws and University regulations; and to respect the rights, privileges, and property of other people.

Pursuit of a college education is a voluntary association with a community of scholars that provides an opportunity for exploration of new ideas, experimentation, self-examination, formation of new friendships, and development of ideals and direction.  A university environment is a place where the free exchange of ideas and concepts can take place among faculty and students in an atmosphere that allows for civil debate and dialogue on contemporary issues.

Colorado State University considers freedom of expression and inquiry essential to a student’s educational development.  Thus the University recognizes the right of all University members to engage in discussion; to exchange thought and opinion; and to speak, write, or print freely on any subject in accordance with the guarantees of Federal or State constitutions.  This broad principle is the cornerstone of education in a democracy. Colorado State University is committed to valuing and respecting diversity including respect for diverse political, philosophical and cultural viewpoints.

To protect these privileges and opportunities, the student assumes the personal responsibility for upholding standards reasonably imposed by Colorado State University relevant to its mission, processes and functions.  Foundational principles of academic honesty, personal integrity, tolerance, respect for diversity, civility, freedom from violence, and pursuit of lifestyles free of alcohol and drug abuse are examples of these standards.

The University views the student conduct process as a learning experience which that can result in growth, behavioral changes, and personal understanding of one's responsibilities and privileges within the University environment.  To this end, the student conduct process attempts to balance an understanding and knowledge of students and their needs and rights with the needs and expectations of the University and larger community.  The Colorado State University student conduct process utilizes a comprehensive array of approaches to support Colorado State University values and the honoring of community standards. These include a continuum of responses from disciplinary sanction or restriction to education, counseling, and restorative justice.

Students are treated with care, fairness, tolerance and respect with decisions made relative to the needs and circumstances of all concerned. The needs of the respondent, the person(s) who report being the victim of another student’s actions, and the community at large are judged to be equally important.  Students at Colorado State University may take advantage of the various resources of the University to further their development. 

By formulating a general code of conduct and regulations, the University affirms the principle of student freedom that is coupled with an acceptance of full responsibility for individual action and the consequences of such action.  Students are not only members of the academic community; they are, additionally, members of the larger society and thus retain the rights, protection, guarantees, and responsibilities that are held by all citizens.  In this light, the University affirms the right of students to exercise their freedoms without fear of University interference with such activity.   As citizens, students also have the responsibility to know and obey the laws of the United States, the State of Colorado, and local governments.  Therefore, a student is not immune to prosecution by local, state, or federal law enforcement agencies whether or not the University initiates disciplinary proceedings in a given situation. 

Students involved in University Recognized Student Organizations also have an obligation to know and follow the University Student Conduct Code, which forms the basis for University intervention or disciplinary action related to the behavior of students and/or student groups.  This code presumes that definitions, policy, and procedures relate to all students.  Those specific to student organizations are also noted in each section. 

Please refer to the Colorado State University General Catalog for detailed information regarding the University’s Policies and Guiding Principles, including the Commitment to Diversity, Freedom of Expression and Inquiry, Freedom from Personal Abuse, Nondiscrimination Policy, Sexual Harassment Policy and Students’ Rights.

Article I:    Definitions

A.  General Terms

1.   The terms University or institution mean Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado.

2.   The term student includes all persons: taking courses at the University, either full-time or part-time, pursuing undergraduate, graduate, professional, or continuing education; those students who withdraw after allegedly violating the Student Conduct Code; those who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing relationship with the University; those who have been notified of their acceptance for admission are considered students; and persons who are living in University owned or operated housing though not enrolled in this institution.  The Student Conduct Code applies to all Colorado State University students enrolled through University programs who are studying abroad or at other remote locations, including the Denver campuses.

3.   The term faculty member means any person hired by Colorado State University to conduct classroom or teaching activities or who is otherwise considered by the University to be a member of its faculty.

4.   The term university official includes any person employed by the University performing assigned administrative or professional responsibilities. University officials may be full or part-time, or may be student staff members.

5.   The term university premises includes all land, buildings, facilities, and other property in the possession of or owned, used, leased, operated, controlled, or supervised by Colorado State University (including adjacent streets and sidewalks). 

6.   The term Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services is that person designated by The Vice President for Student Affairs to be responsible for the administration of the Student Conduct Code.

7.   The term Hearing Officer means a University official authorized on a case-by-case basis by the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services to determine whether a student has violated the Student Conduct Code and to impose sanctions when a rules violation has been committed.

8.   The term University Discipline Panel refers to the pool of faculty and students authorized to hear appeals of student discipline cases determined by a Hearing Officer.

9.   The term Appeals Committee refers to the individual members selected from the Discipline Panel to consider the appeal of a particular case.

10.  The term shall is used in the imperative sense.

11.  The term may is used in the permissive sense.

12.  The term policy means the written rules and regulations of the University as found in but not limited to, the Student Conduct Code; Residential Contract and Handbook; undergraduate, graduate and professional catalogs; faculty manual; and University web pages. These include policies related to computer use, solicitation, sexual harassment and other anti-discrimination policies, athletic events, use of facilities, travel, and participation in student organizations, 

13.  The term Honor Code refers to a statement adopted by Colorado State University students, faculty, and staff affirming foundational principles of academic integrity.

14.  The term academic dishonesty includes but is not limited to: 1) Cheating by using unauthorized sources of information and providing or receiving unauthorized assistance on any form of academic work or engaging in any behavior specifically prohibited by the faculty member in the course syllabus or class presentation; 2) Plagiarism includes the copying of language, structure, ideas, or thoughts of another, and representing them as one’s own without proper acknowledgement; 3) Unauthorized Possession or Disposition of Academic Materials includes the unauthorized selling or purchasing of examinations, term papers, or other academic work; stealing another student’s work; using information from or possessing exams that a faculty member did not authorize for release to students;  4) Falsification encompasses any untruth, either verbal or written, in one’s academic work; 5)Facilitation of any act of academic dishonesty includes knowingly assisting another to commit an act of dishonesty. (The Academic Integrity policies appear in the Academic Rights and Responsibilities of Students in the General Catalog, the Graduate Student Bulletin, the Faculty Manual, or the Honor Code of the Professional Veterinary School as applicable.) 

15.  The term Complainant means any person who submits a charge/report alleging that a student violated this Student Conduct Code.  When a student believes that s/he has been the victim of another student’s misconduct the student will have the same rights under this student code as are provided to the respondent student even if another member of the University community submitted the charge/report.

16.  The term Respondent means any student accused of violating this Student Code.

 

B.   Student Organizations

1.   The term recognized student club or organization means any number of persons who officially have complied with the formal requirements for registration/recognition as a University student organization or sport clubs. 

2.   The term student organization activity means any activity on or off campus which is group sponsored, initiated, financed, advertised, or attended by a significant portion of the members.

3.   The term policy means the written rules and regulations of the University as found in but not limited to those governing participation in student organizations (see Student Organizations Source Book, Associated Students of Colorado State University Constitution and By-Laws, Greek Statement of Expectations/University Relationship, Alcohol Use and Risk Management Policies, and policies related to the Sport Clubs programs.)

Article II:   Student Conduct Code Authority

The Vice President for Student Affairs, acting on behalf of the President of Colorado State University, will designate appropriate individuals or entities to administer the University student disciplinary system.  The responsibilities of these individuals or entities are briefly defined as follows:

1.   The Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services will be designated by the Vice President for Student Affairs and will represent the University in student disciplinary matters.  As the senior discipline officer, he/she will be responsible for the coordination of the activities of the entire University student discipline system and will report to the Vice President for Student Affairs. The Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services will also serve as a Hearing Officer.  Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services shall be responsible for monitoring student compliance with all discipline conditions and sanctions imposed through the discipline process and shall maintain all official student disciplinary records. 

2.   Hearing Officers will be appointed by the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services and will be responsible to the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services and ultimately the Vice President for Student Affairs.  The responsibilities of Hearing Officers include preparing notices of violation, collecting information, conducting administrative discipline hearings, making decisions related to disciplinary outcomes, and performing other functions as required in the discipline process.

3.   University Discipline Panel hears appeals of disciplinary decisions rendered by University Hearing Officers.  The appeal can be initiated by the Respondent(s) or the Complainant(s). The Panel shall consist of ten (10) faculty members and ten (10) students selected in accordance with University discipline policy as defined later in the policy.  The Panel is chaired by a faculty member who is jointly appointed by the Vice President for Student Affairs and the Provost and approved by the Faculty Council.  The University Discipline Panel will serve as a pool of members of the campus community that can be used to create an Appeals Committee who will consider individual cases of student disciplinary appeals when it has been determined by the Faculty Chair person that the request for appeal meets the designated criteria.  If an appeal is granted, a committee of three (3) faculty members and two (2) students will be selected from the University Discipline Panel through a rotation schedule.  The Committee will be chaired by the Faculty Chair of the Panel or his/her faculty designee from the Discipline Panel.

4.   Student Organization Conduct Boards may be designated by the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services to hear cases specifically related to student organizations or those in which student self governance is the most appropriate response to the type of alleged infraction. Examples of these boards are the Professional Veterinary Medicine Honor Board, Greek Standards Board, Residential Community Standards Board, Sport Clubs and Student Organizations Conduct Board, and the ASCSU Supreme Court.

Article III:  Proscribed Conduct

A.     Conduct—Rules and Regulations

Any student or student organization found to have committed or to have attempted to commit the following misconduct is subject to disciplinary sanction.

 1.  Academic dishonesty including but not limited to: cheating, plagiarism, unauthorized possession or disposition of academic materials, falsification, or facilitation of acts of dishonesty. Specific procedures for cases of academic dishonesty are also described in the Academic Integrity Policy in the General Catalog, the Graduate Student Bulletin, the Faculty Manual, or the Honor Code of the Professional Veterinary School as applicable.

 2.  Knowingly furnishing false information to any University official, faculty member, office, or organization or intentionally initiating or causing to be initiated any false report, warning or threat of fire, explosion, or other emergency.

 3.  Forgery, alteration, misuse, mutilation, or unauthorized removal of any University document, record, identification, educational material, or property.

 4.  Disruption or obstruction of teaching, classroom or other educational interactions, research, administration or disciplinary proceedings, or participation in an activity that disrupts normal University activities, and/or threatens property or bodily harm or intentionally interferes with the right of access to University facilities or freedom of movement of any person on campus.

5.   Engaging in behavior or activities that obstruct the right of free speech or expression of any person on campus.  (For more information, refer to the CSU policy on Freedom of Expression and Inquiry, which addresses student rights and responsibilities related to political expression. and contact the Office of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services if you believe you have been treated differently because of your political, or other, perspectives.)

 6.  Abusive conduct, including physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, stalking, coercion, and/or other conduct which threatens or endangers the physical or psychological health, safety, or welfare of one’s self, another individual or a group of individuals.

 7.  Harassment of any member of the University community, meaning verbal or physical harassment on the basis of gender, race, sexual orientation, age, religion, or physical disability.(Refer to the CSU Sexual Harassment policy and contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity for more information on these issues.)

 8.  Sexual misconduct including but not limited to: obscene, lewd, or indecent behavior; deliberate observation of others for sexual purposes without their consent; taking or posting of photographs/images of a sexual nature without consent; possession or distribution of illegal pornography; viewing or posting pornography in public venues; non-consensual sexual contact or penetration; engaging in coercion or constraint; or engaging in sexual activity with a person who is incapacitated or otherwise unable to give consent.

 9.  Rioting: aiding, abetting, encouraging, participating in or inciting a riot. Failing to disperse at the direct request of police or University officials. 

10.  Failure to comply with the verbal or written directions of any University officials or law enforcement officers acting in the performance of their duties and in the scope of their employment, or resisting police officers while acting in the performance of their duties, including failure to identify oneself to these persons when requested to do so. 

11.  Attempted or actual theft of, damage to, use of, or possession of other persons' or University property or identity or unauthorized use of such; unauthorized entry, use, or occupation of University facilities, property, or vehicles; or unauthorized possession, duplication, or use of University keys or access devices.

12.  Use or possession on University property of firearms or simulated weapons; other weapons such as blades larger than pocket knives; ammunition or explosives; dangerous chemicals, substances, or materials; or bombs, or incendiary devices prohibited by law.  Use of any such item, even if legally possessed, in a manner that harms, threatens, or causes fear to others. Weapons for sporting purposes shall be stored with the University Police. 

13.  Violations of any rules, contracts, or agreements governing residence in or use of University owned or controlled property, and athletic, or other authorized special events.  Violation of any University policy, rule, or regulation, which is published in hard copy or available electronically on the University Website.

14.  Unauthorized soliciting or selling in violation of the University solicitation policy. 

15.  Violation or conviction of any federal or state law or local ordinance.

16.  Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution of alcoholic beverages except as expressly permitted by law or University policy.  Alcoholic beverages may not be used by, possessed by, or distributed to any person under twenty one (21) years of age.  Public intoxication is not permitted on University property.

17.  Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution of illegal drugs including but not limited to marijuana, narcotics, methamphetamine, cocaine, opiates, LSD, mushrooms, heroin, designer drugs such as Ecstasy and GHB, or other controlled substances. Use or possession of prescription drugs other than for the person prescribed, or for use other than the prescribed purpose.  Possession or use of drug paraphernalia including but not limited to equipment, products, and materials used to cultivate, manufacture, distribute, or use illegal drugs.

18.  Abuse of computer facilities or technological resources including but not limited to:   unauthorized entry to, or use of computers, access codes, telephones and identifications belonging to the University or other members of the University community; unauthorized entry to a file to use, read, transfer, or change the contents, or for any other purpose; interfering or disrupting  the work of any University member; sending abusive or obscene  messages or images; disrupting the normal operation of the University computing systems; violating copyright laws;  or any other violation of the University computer use policy.

19.  Abuse of the Student Conduct System including: failure to obey the notice to appear for a meeting or hearing; falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information; disruption or interference with the orderly conduct of a hearing; failure to comply with any requirements involving no contact with Complainants or witnesses or limitations related to access to specific facilities; harassment or intimidation of any person involved in a conduct proceeding; failure to comply with disciplinary sanctions or requirements.

20.  Assisting, conspiring, or inciting others to commit any act of misconduct set forth in 1 through 19 above.

B.   Rules and Regulations Specific to Student Organizations (in addition to 1-19 above)

 1.  Violations of any rules, contracts, or agreements governing: recognized student organizations; Sport Clubs; Greek organizations; alcohol use, travel, solicitation, risk management, or hosting of events on or off University property; and participation in or attendance at athletic or other authorized special events.  Violation of any University policy, rule, or regulation that is published in hard copy or available electronically on the University Website.

 2.  Hazing, which includes any act that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student, or which destroys or removes public or private property, for the purpose of initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for continued membership in a group or organization. The express or implied consent of the victim will not be a defense.  Apathy or acquiescence in the presence of hazing is not neutral; they are violations of this rule.

C.   Jurisdiction

The Colorado State University Student Conduct Code shall apply to conduct that occurs on University premises, University-sponsored programs or activities, and to off-campus conduct that adversely affects the University community, poses a threat to safety of persons or property, or damages the institution’s reputation or relationship with the greater community. In addition, Colorado State University, in collaboration with the Fort Collins community, may respond to student violations of community-based laws and ordinances designed to protect civility and quality of life. The Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services shall decide whether the Student Conduct Code shall be applied to conduct occurring off campus on a case-by-case basis.

Each student shall be responsible for his/her conduct from the time of application for admission through the actual awarding of a degree, even though conduct may occur before classes begin or after classes end, as well as during the academic year and during periods between terms of actual enrollment.  The disciplinary process may proceed even if the student withdraws from school while a disciplinary matter is pending.

 1.  Academic Units

Academic faculty, departments, and colleges are responsible for establishing orderly procedures for academic and classroom discipline.  Each faculty member is primarily responsible for communicating standards of academic integrity and classroom behavior, implementing University policy, and front line response to behavioral issues.  Faculty members may consult with and/or refer matters to Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services for consideration of University disciplinary charges or other means of conflict resolution.  Written documentation of faculty actions related to classroom discipline are reported to Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services and kept as part of the student disciplinary record.

Specific procedures for cases of academic dishonesty are also contained in the Colorado State University Faculty Manual, General Catalog, the Graduate School Bulletin, and the Honor Code of the Professional Veterinary School as applicable.

 2.  Violation of Law and Colorado State University Discipline

University disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student charged with conduct that potentially violates both the criminal and civil law and the Student Conduct Code (that is, if both possible violations result from the same factual situation) without regard to the pendency of civil or criminal litigation in court or arrest and prosecution.  Proceedings under this Student Conduct Code may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following civil or criminal proceedings at the discretion of the Director of the Office of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services.  Determinations made or sanctions imposed under this Student Conduct Code shall not be assumed subject to change because criminal charges arising out of the same set of facts were dismissed, reduced, or resolved in favor of or against the criminal or civil defendant.

 3.  Interim Suspensions

a.     University Suspension

In certain limited circumstances, the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services may make an administrative determination that the continued presence of the student could constitute a threat or danger to the University community, and such person may be temporarily suspended from the University and/or residence halls pending the disposition of criminal or University charges.

b.     Residential Suspension

The Director of Residence Life in consultation with the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services may make the determination to temporarily suspend a student from the residential facilities. In these cases, the student does not lose other University privileges and may continue attending classes pending the resolution of charges. The student is responsible for finding alternative housing at his/her own expense.   Parents will be notified of an interim residential suspension, if the student is under the age of 21, by the Director of Residence Life.

                    c.    Interim Suspension may be imposed in the following cases:

1)   To ensure the safety and well-being of members of the University or residential communities;

2)   To ensure the preservation of University property;

3)   To ensure the student’s own physical or emotional safety and well-being;

4)      If the student poses an ongoing threat of disruption or interference with the normal operations of the University.

d.     Criminal or Civil Charges

Upon the filing of charges in the criminal or civil courts involving an offense of a serious nature, and an administrative determination is made that the charges meet one or more of the conditions listed above, the student may be temporarily suspended from the University and/or residence halls pending the disposition of the criminal/civil charges.  In these cases, the University may not have access to investigative reports or be in the best position to independently determine the factual nature of the charges without a finding through the courts.

e.     During the Interim Suspension, a student may be denied access to the residence halls and/or the campus (including classes) and/or all other University activities or privileges for which the student might be otherwise eligible.

f.      The student will be notified, in writing, of the terms of the Interim Suspension and the reasons for this action.  The notice will allow for the student to request a hearing to show cause why his or her continued presence on the campus does not constitute a threat and the Interim Suspension should not be imposed.

g.     The Interim Suspension does not replace the regular process, up to and through a University Hearing, if required.

D.  Jurisdiction - Student Clubs and Organizations

1.   Student Clubs and Organizations enjoy rights and privileges associated with official recognition by the University.  In addition, they are responsible for following the policies specifically related to Student Organizations and are subject to disciplinary action for any violation of those policies or the rules set forth in this Student Conduct Code.  Specifically:

a.   Student organizations, as well as their members, may be held collectively and/or individually responsible for violations if the misconduct occurs: on University property; on premises used or controlled by the organization or its members; or at University, or student organization-sponsored activities.

b.   Student Organizations are encouraged to engage in the practice of effective self- governance.  Student members, organizational leadership, faculty/staff advisors, the University Student Organizations Office, Campus Recreation/Sport Clubs Programs, ASCSU, Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services, and the Vice President for Student Affairs have a shared responsibility for upholding the Student Conduct Code. 

c.   The officers or leaders of a student organization may be held collectively and/or individually responsible when such violations are committed by persons associated with the organization who have received consent or encouragement from the organization’s officers or leaders or if those officers or leaders knew that such violations were being or would be committed.

d.   The officers or leaders of a student organization may be directed to take action designed to prevent or end such violations by the organization or by any persons associated with the organization. Failure to comply with a directive may be considered a violation of the Student Conduct Code, both by the officers or leaders of the organization and by the organization.

e.   Alleged infractions related to the Student Organization as an entity (broader responsibility than the isolated behavior of individual members) will be addressed by the respective Student Conduct Boards. In the case of Student Organizations, two chosen members of the ASCSU Supreme Court and a liaison from the respective student organizations office will compose the board.  Responsibilities and standards of Sport Clubs, Greek Organizations and other recognized Student Organizations may appear in their respective conduct codes or policies. 

f.    The appellate jurisdiction over Student Organization conduct hearings will be retained by the ASCSU Supreme Court.  Members of the Supreme Court involved with the original hearing are not eligible to serve on the appeal board. The ASCSU Supreme Court Appeal Board will follow the general procedures for hearings, decisions, and sanctions as outlined in this policy. 

g.   All cases may be reviewed by the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services and ultimately the Vice President for Student Affairs.  In more serious cases or when pervasive patterns of problem behaviors exist, the University may take action concurrently with or independently of the ASCSU Supreme Court.

h.   Individual members of student organizations are responsible for their own behavior and are subject to the standards and responsibilities as defined in this policy.  The Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services may choose to initiate disciplinary action against any individual organization member as would be done in the case of any student.

E.   Jurisdiction - Fraternities and Sororities

1.   Fraternities and sororities are private, independently chartered organizations that also apply for and may be officially recognized student organizations.  Some chapters have members that reside in a housing facility located off University property. These facilities are neither owned nor operated by the University.  Fraternities and sororities are responsible to their Inter/National Organizations through their charter agreements and to the University through the University Relationship Agreement/Statement of Expectations and University recruitment, risk management, and alcohol policies that apply to recognized student organizations through this Student Conduct Code.

2.   Fraternities and sororities are encouraged to engage in the practice of effective self-governance.  Student members, chapter leadership, student governing councils (Interfraternity, Panhellenic, Latino and National Pan-Hellenic Councils), chapter advisors, University Office of Greek Life, Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services, Vice President for Student Affairs, and Inter/National Organization Leadership have shared responsibility for upholding the Student Conduct Code and disciplinary rules affecting Greek Life.

3.   The Governing Councils have jurisdiction over all member chapters and colonies.  Alleged infractions related to the chapter as an entity (broader responsibility than the isolated behavior of individual members) will be addressed by the Greek Standards Board.

4.   The Greek Standards Board will follow the general procedures for hearings, decisions, and sanctions as outlined in this policy and the Greek Standards Board Procedures.

5.   The decisions of this board may be reviewed by the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services and ultimately the Vice President for Student Affairs.  In more serious cases or when pervasive patterns of problem behaviors exist, these University offices may take action concurrently with or independently of the Greek Standards Board.

6.   Individual members of fraternities and sororities are responsible for their own behavior and are subject to the standards and responsibilities as defined in this policy.  The Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services may choose to initiate disciplinary action against any individual fraternity or sorority member as would be done in the case of any student living off campus.

Article IV:  Student Conduct Code Procedures—Individual Students

A.  Charges

1.   The discipline process can be initiated by police reports, residence hall incident reports, or a report from any faculty, administrative staff, student, or other member of the University community.  This process is initiated through the submission of a written account of the incident to Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services.

2.   Upon the receipt of a written report, the Hearing Officer may determine that there is sufficient reason to charge the student with a violation of the Student Conduct Code and a University disciplinary hearing is warranted. The Hearing Officer may also seek or conduct an additional investigation.

3.   In some cases, alternative dispute resolution such as Restorative Justice or mediation may be offered by mutual consent of the parties involved and on a basis acceptable to the Hearing Officer.  A written summary of these agreements are provided to all parties.  These agreements are binding and once entered are not subject to appeal.   Failure to abide by the agreements could result in the situation being returned through the conduct process for possible disciplinary action.

B.   Hearing Notification

1.   All charges shall be presented to the Respondent in written form.  This letter of notice will provide the Respondent a copy of the initiating report(s) and set a time for the hearing. Hearings are scheduled not less than three (3) business days (less than the three day minimum would require mutual agreement between the student and Hearing Officer) nor typically more than fifteen (15) business days after the student has been notified of the charges (maximum time may be extended at the discretion of the Hearing Officer taking into consideration scheduled breaks, etc.).

2.   The letter of notice may contain specific requirements or restrictions, pending the resolution of the matter through the hearing process as needed to protect the interests of involved students or the University.  These requirements could include but are not limited to, temporary relocation in campus housing, restriction from specific campus locations, or orders prohibiting contact with Complainants or witnesses.  The notice letter will be sent to the student’s current address listed on the University data base. If no local address is listed the letter may be sent to the permanent home address or be served to the student on campus by the campus police.

C.   Options for Resolution of Disciplinary Charges

After review of the information contained with the letter of notice, the Respondent has the following options:

1.   Accept responsibility for the charges

When the Respondent substantially agrees with the contents of the complaint and accepts responsibility for the infraction, the hearing will involve an administrative meeting with the Hearing Officer to determine the appropriate level of discipline and other sanctions or restorative resolution outcomes.

2.   Dispute the charges

In the event that the student does not accept responsibility for the charges or substantially disagrees with information contained within the report, a University discipline hearing will be conducted. 

The student must notify Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services by the date indicated in the letter of notice of his/her intent to accept or dispute the charges.  Since cases involving disputed charges may require additional investigation or preparation time, either the student or the Hearing Officer may ask for limited additional time to prepare for the hearing and an appropriate hearing date and time may be re-scheduled typically within one additional week. 

D.  Hearings

Disciplinary Hearings shall be conducted by University Hearing Officers according to the following guidelines:

 1.    The Complainant and the Respondent may be accompanied by an advisor or support person they choose, at their own expense.  Such advisor may be an attorney. Since the direct interaction with the students involved is essential to the educational relationship with the University, the advisor is limited to counseling the student and may not act as a representative of the student, speak on the student's behalf, or participate directly in any hearing.  Advisors may not serve in a dual role as a witness in the hearing.  University Hearing Officers may also consult with or choose to have University Counsel, in an advisory capacity, present at a hearing.

 2.    University disciplinary hearings and administrative meetings are considered private educational interactions between the student(s) and the University. The Complainant, Respondent and their advisors, if any, shall be allowed to attend the entire hearing at which information is received (excluding deliberations).  Admission of any other person to the hearing shall be at the discretion of the Hearing Officer.

 3.    Pertinent records, exhibits, and written statements, including student impact statements, may be accepted as information for consideration. The Complainant and the Respondent shall be allowed to review and respond to any reports or statements the Hearing Officer will consider as the basis for the charges or determination of evidence related to the hearing.

 4.    The Complainant and the Respondent will have the opportunity to present his/her own version of the incident or events by personal statements, as well as through written statements and witnesses.

 5.    If a Respondent, with notice, does not appear for the hearing, a decision may be reached taking into consideration the totality of the information related to the charges available at the time of the hearing.

 6.    There shall be a single verbatim record, such as a tape recording, made only in hearings in which the charges are disputed.  This recording shall be the property of the University.  In cases in which the charges are not disputed, the Hearing Officer will provide a brief summary and a listing of sanctions which resulted from the hearing. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the Hearing Officer of his/her intent to dispute the charges in advance of the hearing.

 7.    In disputed cases, the Complainant, the Respondent, and the Hearing Officer may bring witnesses and/or ask for relevant witnesses to be called.  The University Hearing Officer will try to arrange upon reasonable request (at least two (2) business days prior to the hearing) witnesses who were identified by or contributed to the report. Witnesses shall be present only during the time they are presenting information in the hearing. Witnesses will provide information to and answer questions directed from the Hearing Officer.  Questions may be suggested by the Respondent and/or Complainant to be answered by each other or by witnesses. In order to preserve the educational tone of the hearing and to appropriately manage the proceedings, the Hearing Officer may ask that all questioning be directed through him/her and use discretion related to limiting repetitive information/statements.  All procedural questions are subject to the final decision of the Hearing Officer.

 8.    If information presented in the hearing creates additional need for clarification or investigation, or to accommodate irresolvable scheduling conflicts with key witnesses, the Hearing Officer may reschedule the hearing.

 9.    If the hearing involves more than one Respondent, the Hearing Officer, in his or her discretion, may permit the hearings concerning each student to be conducted either jointly or separately.

10.  The Hearing Officer may accommodate availability and/or remote location of witnesses through conference phone calls or other alternate means.  Accommodations may also be made related to concerns for the personal safety, well-being, and/or fears of confrontation of the Complainant, Respondent, and/or or other witness during the hearing by providing separate facilities, by using a visual screen, and/or by permitting participation by telephone, videophone, closed circuit television, video conferencing, videotape, audio tape, written statement, or other means, where and as determined in the sole judgment of the Hearing Officer to be appropriate.

11.  Formal rules of process, procedure,or evidence as established and applied in the civil or criminal justice system do not apply to this process.     

E.   Decisions

1.     After the hearing concludes, the Hearing Officer will review all pertinent information and make a determination related to each of the charges specified from the Student Conduct Code.  The determination is based on the preponderance of evidence standard-whether it is more likely than not that the Respondent violated the Student Conduct Code.

2.     Hearing Officers have the authority to determine the appropriate level of discipline action taking into consideration the severity of the infraction, impact on individuals or the community, and the past record of discipline.  In addition to the sanctions listed below, the Hearing Officer may place limits or conditions, require relocation in campus housing, restitution, community service, and/or specify participation in educational programs and interventions including but not limited to those related to alcohol or drug use, ethical decision making, personal counseling, community issues, and restorative justice.

3.     Written notice of the Hearing Officer’s decision will be sent to the student within ten (10) business days of the hearing.  The notification shall consist of the determination of responsibility, level of discipline imposed, and a complete description of any sanctions or requirements.  In disputed cases, when the Respondent is found responsible for the charges, the notification will also include a summary of the basis for the determination. A copy of the decision may also be sent to other appropriate University offices.

4.     Decision letters that include information identifying persons listed as victims may not be released by the Respondent to unauthorized third parties. Failure to comply with this requirement could result in additional disciplinary charges.

F.   Sanctions

The following sanctions may be applied when appropriate to individual students.  More than one of the sanctions listed below may be imposed for any single violation.  Failure to complete disciplinary sanctions within required deadlines will result in a “hold” on the student’s registration status. 

 1.  No Action

The Hearing Officer finds that the charges are unsubstantiated or exonerates the student.  The decision letter specifies that the charges are cleared and no disciplinary action is taken. 

 2.  Warning or Written Reprimand

A student may be given a warning or written reprimand for minor infractions. 

 3.  General Disciplinary Probation

Probation is for a designated period of time during which the student is required to show appropriate changes in attitude and behavior.  Specific sanctions or restrictions may be imposed as a part of this discipline but do not result in loss of good standing with the University.  A violation of the terms of General Disciplinary Probation, or subsequent misconduct after discipline, is grounds for further disciplinary action, including loss of good standing, suspension,or expulsion.

 4.  Disciplinary Probation/Loss of Good Standing

Probation is for a designated period of time in which appropriate changes in attitude and behavior are expected to occur.  Specific sanctions or restrictions may be imposed as a part of this probation.  A student on this disciplinary probation is not in good standing with the University.  Good standing shall include but not be limited to a requirement for eligibility to represent the University, to serve on a University committee, to participate in intercollegiate or Sports Club athletics, and for recognition by the University including any office held in a student organization.  A violation of the terms of disciplinary probation, or subsequent misconduct, is grounds for further disciplinary action, including suspension,or expulsion. 

 5.  Discretionary Sanctions

Educational programs or assignments, Restorative Justice, mediation, community service, individual assessment, counseling, substance abuse education, intervention or treatment, or other related discretionary sanctions may be offered or required.

 6.  Restitution

Compensation for loss, damage,or injury.  This may take the form of appropriate service or monetary or material replacement.

 7.  Grading Penalty

When a student is found responsible for engaging in academic dishonesty, the faculty member may impose a grading penalty which could include a zero on the assignment, a reduction in the grade, or a failure in the class. If a faculty member reduces a grade based on a finding of academic dishonesty that action will be reported to and kept on file at Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services. In the event of a serious incident or repeat offense of academic dishonesty and reduced course grade, and if the university hearing has upheld the accusation of academic dishonesty, then the student’s transcript may be marked with the notation  “AD” which will be explained on the student’s transcript as a “reduction of letter grade for Academic Dishonesty.”

 8.  Loss of Repeat/Delete Privilege

        Grades given as academic sanctions for violations of the Academic Integrity Policy, and marked in the student’s records in the Registrar’s Office with the designation “AD”, will not be eligible to remedy the grading penalty through use of the Repeat/Delete Policy.  (Refer to Academic Integrity and Repeat/Delete Policy described in the General Catalog).

 9.  Residential Reassignment

A student may be reassigned to another residence hall room or building when disruption has occurred in the residential community or in order to appropriately separate persons.   

10.  Residential Expulsion

Permanent separation of the student from the residence halls as a result of a University discipline hearing. The University expects first-year students to live in University Residence Halls and manage their behavior to comply with community standards. If a freshman student is expelled from the residence halls, the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services will determine if the student may be allowed to continue as a student without complying with the University's live-in regulations. 

11.  Disciplinary Suspension

Suspension for a distinct period of time and/or the specification that a student must fulfill certain requirements before re-admission or re-instatement will be considered. While suspended, the student is not entitled to attend classes, use University facilities, participate in University activities, or be employed by the University. Special conditions may be stipulated for reinstatement at the conclusion of the period of suspension.

12.  Deferred Suspension

A suspension may be deferred under special conditions in which the student participates in a designated program as a condition to remain in school under a strict probationary status.

13.  Disciplinary Expulsion

Expulsion is permanent removal from the University with no opportunity to return.

14.  Revocation of Admission or Degree

Admission to or a degree awarded from the University may be revoked for fraud, misrepresentation, or for other serious violations committed by a student prior to matriculation or graduation.   Revocation of a degree can occur only through direct action by the Board of Governors.

15.  Withholding Degree

The University may withhold awarding a degree otherwise earned until the completion of the process set forth in this Student Conduct Code, including the completion of sanctions imposed.

16.  Parental Notification

Parents are notified of disciplinary decisions when a student under the age of 21 is found responsible for engaging in an infraction(s) involving alcohol, drugs,or use of violence and the disciplinary decision involves disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion and/or residence hall relocation or expulsion.  Letters are sent to the primary parent address provided to the University.

G.   Appeal of a Disciplinary Decision

1.     A decision reached by a Hearing Officer may be appealed to the University Discipline Panel by either the Respondent(s) or Complainant(s).  The appellant shall submit a written request for an appeal to the Chair of the University Discipline Panel.  The letter requesting an appeal must be very specific and clearly state the reasons for the request. Administrative support for the Discipline Panel is provided through Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services.  The appeal request shall be delivered to that office within seven (7) business days of the date the appellant is notified of the decision rendered by the Hearing Officer.  Failure to submit a request for appeal in writing within the specified time will render the decision of the Hearing Officer final and conclusive. 

Except as necessary to explain the basis of new information, an appeal shall be limited to a review of the record of the hearing and supporting documents for one or more of the following reasons:

a.     To determine whether the hearing was conducted fairly in light of the charges and information presented, and in conformity with prescribed procedures giving both the Respondent and complaining parties the opportunity to prepare and present relevant information to be considered in the determination of an appropriate outcome.  Minor deviations from designated procedures will not be a basis for sustaining an appeal unless there is an adverse effect on the outcome of the hearing.

b.     To determine whether the decision reached regarding the Respondent was based on substantial information. That is, whether there was information presented in the case that, if believed by the Hearing Officer, was sufficient to establish that a violation of the Student Conduct Code occurred.

c.     To determine whether the sanctions(s) imposed were appropriate for the violation of the Student Conduct Code which the student was found to have committed.

d.     To review the decision, which involves separation of the student from the University, through disciplinary suspension or expulsion.

e.     To consider new information, sufficient to alter the decision or other relevant facts not brought out in the original hearing, because such information and/or facts were not known to the person appealing at the time of the original hearing.

f.      To petition for removal of a disciplinary transcript notation or for eligibility for re-admission to the University following completion of the terms of a disciplinary suspension. Appeals are directed to the panel only in those cases where the University Hearing Officer determines the original terms were not satisfactorily completed.

2.   The Chair of the Discipline Panel will review the written request for appeal to determine if the acceptable grounds for the appeal are met.  After review of the appellant’s request, which may include but is not limited to review of the record and/or meeting with the parties involved and/or the Hearing Officer, the Chair of the Discipline Panel shall take one of the following actions:

a.    Deny the appeal.

b.    Return the case to the Hearing Officer or Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services for further consideration; while the case is being re-considered, the student must continue to abide by  any stated conditions.

c.    Convene an Appeals Committee to review the record of the original case.

d.    Grant a hearing with an Appeals Committee to consider new information.

3.     If an appeal is granted, the Appeals Committee will review the record or arrange for a hearing if one is necessary to hear new information.  While the decision of the Appeals Committee is pending, the Respondent must comply with all conditions of the decision of the University hearing related to University owned or operated housing, no contact orders, restrictions from particular facilities, interim suspensions, or other conditions deemed necessary for the safety or orderly functioning of the campus as determined by the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services.  Unless otherwise specified, a student may continue to attend classes while the appeal is pending. 

4.     When questions of law arise, the Chair may consult with University Legal Counsel.

5.     A list of the members of the Discipline Panel will be provided to the Respondent and the Complainant(s). The Hearing Officer or Respondent or Complainant may request, to the Chair, the removal of a member of the panel with cause. The Chair will make the final determination related to removal of members.  Members of the panel shall excuse themselves if they have a conflict of interest.  The Chair of the University Discipline Panel shall either chair the Appeals Committee or select a Chair from among the faculty members of the University Discipline Panel.  The remaining two faculty and two students shall be selected from the remaining names following a rotation schedule.

6.     If a hearing is granted to consider new information, the general process outlined under hearing procedures will be used.

7.     The Appeals Committee may make one of the following decisions:

a.   Reverse the decision:  the committee does not agree with the Hearing Officer’s evaluation of evidence in support of the charges.  In the case of the Respondent, the disciplinary decision would be changed to “No Action”.  In the case of the Complainant, the case would be referred back to the Hearing Officer or Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services for appropriate sanctioning.

b.   Affirm the decision:  the committee agrees that the information before the committee supports the decision reached by the Hearing Officer.

c.   Return the case to the Hearing Officer or Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services for further consideration: the committee believes that additional considerations should be made which could include increasing or decreasing the penalty or addressing additional issues raised through the appeals process.  While the case is being re-considered, the student must continue to abide by any stated conditions.

8.     The Appeals Committee will communicate its decision in writing in a timely manner.  Except where the matter is returned to the Hearing Officer for further consideration, the matter shall be considered final and binding upon all involved.

9.     The University Discipline Panel shall consist of ten (10) academic faculty members and ten (10) students.  Faculty shall be nominated by the Faculty Council Committee on Faculty Governance, which shall solicit names in February of each year.  The members shall be elected by Faculty Council, with elections conducted in April.  Faculty members shall be elected to three-year terms staggered so that approximately one-third will be elected each year.  Terms of office shall begin July 1 following each election.  All full-time academic faculty above the rank of instructor are eligible for membership on the University Discipline Panel, unless they have administrative appointments of more than half time.  A member who has served two consecutive terms shall be ineligible for reappointment for a period of two years.  Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as the initial selection of the resigning member. 

10.  Student members are nominated by the President of the Associated Students of Colorado State University and ratified by the ASCSU Senate.  Student members serve a one-year academic term.  Any vacancies will be filled as quickly as possible using the same process of nomination by the President and ratification by the ASCSU Senate.   ASCSU leaders or their designees, who have received appropriate training, may serve on the panel, as needed, over winter or summer breaks or if selected members are not available.  All full-fee paying students in good standing with the university are eligible for membership on the University Discipline Panel.

11.  The Chair of the Discipline Panel is an administrative nomination made by the Vice President for Student Affairs and is approved by the Faculty Council.  The Chair must be re-approved by the Faculty Council every three years but is otherwise not subject to specific terms limits. 

H.  Other Appeals

1.     Housing Re-assignments or Cancellation of the Residence Hall Contract

Since the residential contract permits residential re-assignments at the discretion of the housing staff to appropriately manage the residential community, any appeal of a residential move must be made directly to the Director of Residence Life whether or not an appeal of the entire disciplinary decision has been sought through the Discipline Panel.

2.     Grading Penalty

If a student disputes a finding of academic dishonesty and any grading penalty imposed, the student may request a full disciplinary hearing through Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services. If through the hearing, the Hearing Officer finds insufficient evidence or clears the student of the charges, the faculty member will determine the grade based on academic performance and without reflection of the academic dishonesty charge and change any previously assigned grade accordingly.  If the Hearing Officer finds the student responsible for the charge of academic dishonesty, the grading penalty will stand, and additional sanctions may be imposed.

Article V:  Student Organization Conduct Board Procedures

A.  Charges

1.     Any member of the University or larger community may report alleged misconduct involving a student club or organization.  This process is initiated through the submission of a written account of the incident to Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services or the respective advising staff or student leaders (i.e. Student Involvement and Activities, Greek Life, Sports Club, ASCSU).  Reports should be submitted as soon as possible after the event takes place.  In cases in which a University staff member is notified of an incident from an outside person or entity the staff member may document the call and prepare the charging report.   In cases in which the reporting person fears retribution, the name may be withheld by the reporting staff member at the discretion of the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services.  Anonymous calls or reports may warrant additional, investigation to substantiate the validity of the complaint.

2.     Upon the receipt of a written report, the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services (or his/her designee) may determine that there is sufficient reason to charge the student organization with a violation of the Student Conduct Code and a Student Conduct Board hearing is warranted.  The case is referred to the appropriate Student Conduct Board.

B.   Hearing Notification

1.     All charges shall be presented to the Respondent Student Organization in written form.  This letter of notice will provide a copy of the initiating report(s) and set a time for the hearing.  Hearings will be arranged as expeditiously as possible but depending on the academic calendar, may be extended until the Student Conduct Board reconvenes following scheduled breaks.  

2.     The letter of notice may contain specific requirements or restrictions, pending the resolution of the matter through the hearing process as needed to protect the interests of the involved students, student organization, or the University.  These requirements could include but are not limited to, temporary suspension of activity pending resolution of the matter through the hearing process or orders prohibiting contact with Complainants or witnesses.  The notice letter will be sent to the Student Organization President and local Advisor(s) and Inter/National Organization (if any).

C.   Options for Resolution

1.     Following notification of the charges, the President and Advisor of the Student Organization will meet with the designated Chair person(s) of the Student Conduct Board to discuss the charges and the options.  If the charges are disputed, or the sanctioning is best determined by the board, the case will move forward to the Student Conduct Board hearing. 

2.     In some cases, if the charges are not disputed, alternative resolution such as Restorative Justice or mediation may be offered by mutual consent of the parties involved and on a basis acceptable to the Director of Conflict Resolution and Student Conduct Services.  A written summary of these agreements are provided to all parties.  These agreements are binding and once entered are not subject to appeal.   Failure to abide by the agreements could result in the situation being returned through the Student Organization Conduct process for possible disciplinary action.

D.  Hearings

Disciplinary Hearings shall be conducted by Student Conduct Boards according to the following guidelines:

 1.    The President or designated student leadership of the Respondent organization may be accompanied by an advisor or support person they choose, at their own expense.  Such advisor may be an attorney. Since the direct interaction with the students involved is essential to the educational relationship with the University, the advisor is limited to counseling the student(s) and may not act as a representative of the student organization, speak on the organizations behalf, or participate directly in the hearing.  Advisors may not serve in a dual role as a witness in the hearing.  Student Conduct Boards may also consult with or choose to have University Counsel present at a hearing.

 2.    Student Conduct Board hearings and administrative meetings are considered private educational interactions between the student organization and the University. The Complainant, students representing the Respondent Student Organization, and their advisors, if any, shall be allowed to attend the entire hearing at which information is received (excluding deliberations).  Admission of any other person to the hearing shall be at the discretion of the Chair of the Student Conduct Board.

 3.    Pertinent records, exhibits, and written statements, including impact statements, may be accepted as information for consideration. The Complainant and the students representing the Respondent Student Organization shall be allowed to review and respond to any reports or statements the Student Conduct Board will consider as the basis for the charges or determination of evidence related to the hearing.

4.     The Complainant and the student representatives of the Respondent Student Organization will have the opportunity to present their own version of the incident or events by personal statements, as well as through written statements and witnesses.

 5.    If the representatives of the Respondent Student Organization, with notice, do not appear for the hearing, a decision may be made by the Board taking into consideration the totality of the information related to the charges available at the time of the hearing.

 6.    In disputed cases, the Complainant, the representatives of the Respondent Student Organization, and the Student Conduct Board may bring witnesses and/or ask for relevant witnesses to be called.  The Chair of the Student Conduct Board will try to arrange upon reasonable request (at least two days prior to the hearing) witnesses who were identified by or contributed to the report.  Witnesses outside of the University community could be asked to participate via conference call or the University staff member who responded to the complaint could appear and present the information from the original complaint.  Witnesses shall be present only during the time they are presenting information in the hearing. Witnesses will provide information to and answer questions directed from the Student Conduct Board.  Questions may be suggested by the Respondent Student Organization and/or Complainant to be answered by each other or by witnesses. To preserve the educational tone of the hearing and appropriately manage the proceedings, the Chair of the Student Conduct Board may ask that all questioning be directed through him/her and use discretion related to limiting repetitive information/statements.  The Chair and the advisor to the Student Conduct Board may confer on procedural issues.

 7.    If information presented in the hearing creates additional need for clarification or investigation, or to accommodate irresolvable scheduling conflicts with key witnesses, the Chair of the Student Conduct Board may reschedule the hearing.

 8.    If the hearing involves more than one Respondent Student Organization, the Chair of the Student Conduct Board, in his or her discretion, may permit the hearings concerning each student organization to be conducted either jointly or separately.

 9.    The Student Conduct Board may accommodate concerns for the personal safety, well-being, and/or fears of confrontation/retribution of the Complainant, Respondent Student Organization, and/or other witnesses during the hearing by providing separate facilities, by using a visual screen, and/or by permitting participation by telephone, videophone, closed circuit television, video conferencing, videotape, audio tape, written statement, or other means, where and as determined to be appropriate.

10.  Formal rules of process, procedure, or evidence as established and applied in the civil or criminal justice system do not apply to this process.     

E.   Decisions

1.     After the hearing concludes, the Student Conduct Board will review all pertinent information and make a determination related to each of the charges specified from the Student Conduct Code.  The determination is based on the preponderance of evidence standard-whether it is more likely than not that the Respondent Student Organization violated the Student Conduct Code.

2.     Student Conduct Boards have the authority to determine the appropriate level of discipline action taking into consideration: the severity of the infraction; impact on individuals or the community; willingness to remedy the situation; internally or externally imposed sanctions or restrictions; and the past record of discipline. 

3.     Written notice of the Student Conduct Board decision will be sent to the student organization within ten (10) business days of the hearing.  The notification shall consist of the determination of responsibility, level of discipline imposed, and a complete description of any sanctions or requirements.  If the charges were disputed, the notification will include a summary of the basis for the determination. A copy of the decision may also be sent to other appropriate University offices.  The University reserves the right to inform parents of involved students of the disciplinary decisions related to Student Organizations.

4.     Decision letters that include information identifying persons listed as victims may not be released by the Respondent Student Organization to unauthorized third parties. Failure to comply with this requirement could result in additional disciplinary charges.

F.   Sanctions

 1.  No Action

The Student Conduct Board finds that the charges are unsubstantiated or exonerates the student organization.  The decision letter specifies that the charges are cleared and no disciplinary action is taken. 

 2.  Warning or Written Reprimand

A student organization may be given a warning or written reprimand for minor infractions. 

 3.  General Disciplinary Probation

Probation is for a designated period of time during which the student organization is required to change problem behaviors, adhere to policies or standards, and implement specific plans or remedies.  Specific sanctions or restrictions (such as loss of social functions) may be imposed as a part of this discipline but do not result in loss of good standing with the University.  A violation of the terms of General Disciplinary Probation, or subsequent misconduct after discipline, is grounds for further disciplinary action, including loss of good standing, suspension,or loss of recognition as a Colorado State University Student Organization.

 4.  Disciplinary Probation/Loss of Good Standing

Probation is for a designated period of time during which the Student Organization is required to change problem behaviors, adhere to policies or standards, and implement specific plans or remedies.  Appropriate changes in attitude and behavior are expected to occur.  Specific sanctions or restrictions may be imposed as a part of this probation.  A student organization on this disciplinary probation is not in good standing with the University.  Good standing may include but not limited to: a requirement for eligibility to represent the University in internal or external events; eligibility for University awards and recognition; participation in Student Organization intramural leagues; participation in intercollegiate Sports Club athletics; and for full privileges related to recognition as a student organization.  A violation of the terms of disciplinary probation, or subsequent misconduct, is grounds for further disciplinary action, including suspension or loss of recognition by the University.

5.  Disciplinary Suspension

Suspension of a Student Organization may be for a distinct period of time and/or the specification that certain requirements must be fulfilled before re-instatement will be considered. While suspended, the organization is notified to cease all operations and may not enjoy the rights and privileges associated with recognition by the University. These may include but are not limited to: representation of the organization as affiliated with Colorado State University; participation in any University events as an organized group using the name of the suspended organization; participation in organized recruitment of new CSU student members during the period of the suspension; and use of facilities or other University resources.   Special conditions may be stipulated for reinstatement at the conclusion of the period of suspension.

 6.  Discretionary Sanctions

Student Organizations may be required to participate in: educational programs or assignments; Restorative Justice; mediation; community service; substance abuse education or intervention; leadership development, ethics, or values development; or other related discretionary sanctions.

 7.  Restitution

Compensation for loss, damage, or injury.  This may take the form of appropriate service, monetary or material replacement.

 8.  Monetary Fines

Fines that have been previously established and published by the respective governing boards may be imposed.

G.   Appeals

 1.    The ASCSU Supreme Court serves as the appellate board for review of decisions made by Student Conduct Boards such as the Greek Standards Board and Sport Clubs & Student Organizations Conduct Board. 

 2.    A decision reached by a Student Conduct Board may be appealed to the ASCSU Supreme Court by either the Respondent Student Organization or Complainant(s).  The appellant shall submit a written request for an appeal to the ASCSU Supreme Court Chief Justice.  The letter requesting an appeal must be very specific and clearly state the reasons for the request.

3.     The appeal request shall be delivered to ASCSU within seven (7) business days of the date the appellant is notified of the decision rendered by the Student Conduct Board.  Failure to submit a request for appeal in writing within the specified time will render the decision of the Student Conduct Board final and conclusive.

 4.    Except as necessary to explain the basis of new information, an appeal shall be limited to a review of the record of the hearing and supporting documents for one or more of the following reasons:

a.     To determine whether the original hearing was conducted fairly in light of the charges and information presented, and in conformity with prescribed procedures giving both the respondent and complaining parties the opportunity to prepare and present relevant information to be considered in the determination of an appropriate outcome.  Minor deviations from designated procedures will not be a basis for sustaining an appeal unless there is an adverse effect on the outcome of the hearing.

b.     To determine whether the decision reached regarding the Respondent Student Organization was based on substantial information. That is, whether there was information presented in the case that, if believed by the Student Conduct Board, was sufficient to establish that a violation of the Student Conduct Code occurred.

c.     To determine whether the sanctions(s) imposed were appropriate for the violation of the Student Conduct Code, which the Student Organization was found to have committed.

d.     To review the decision to revoke recognition by the University. 

e.     To consider new information, sufficient to alter the decision or other relevant facts not brought out in the original hearing, because such information and/or facts were not known to the person(s)/organization appealing at the time of the original hearing.

 5.    The ASCSU Supreme Court Chief Justice will review the written request for appeal to determine if the acceptable grounds for the appeal are met.  After review of the appellant’s request, which may include but is not limited to review of the record and/or meeting with the parties involved and/or the Chair of the Student Conduct Board, the Supreme Court Chief Justice or his/her designee shall take one of the follo