Judicial Affairs

Character counts here, in class and beyond it.

The Office of Judicial Affairs upholds the Student Code of Conduct with fairness, procedural integrity, and a focus on learning, so every Yellow Jacket can live and study in a safe community.

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Why are you here today?

The Student Code of Conduct

What we expect of every Yellow Jacket

The Code describes the behavior expected of each student, both as an individual and as an ambassador of the University. It assumes compliance with local, state, and federal laws, adherence to University guidelines, and respect for the rights of all individuals.

Read the Student Handbook (PDF)
“Allen University students are expected to show proper respect to University faculty, staff, and administrators and maintain democratic, friendly attitudes towards their fellow students.”

Who the Code covers

  • Every enrolled student, residential or day
  • On campus or off
  • During or between semesters
  • Student organizations

How the process works

Fair, individual, and focused on growth

Judicial Affairs works under the Vice President for Student Affairs, who oversees the Student Code of Conduct System, and with the Judicial Committee to review alleged violations.

Every case is reviewed individually

The Judicial Committee evaluates each case on its own facts.

You are afforded due process

A student accused of a violation is entitled to due process under the Code.

Others may be present

Both the accused and the accuser are entitled to have others present during campus disciplinary proceedings.

You'll be informed of the outcome

Both the accused and the accuser are informed of the outcome of disciplinary proceedings.

Organizations are accountable too

For group offenses, the organization's president or principal officer receives reasonable notice and may attend and be heard.

Check your Allen email

Students are required to use their campus-issued email address, where University notices are sent.

Know this before anything else

Under the Code, weapons, illegal drugs, and group assault can lead to suspension or expulsion without a hearing or appeal. Any act of violence in which a student strikes another person is punishable by immediate suspension.

Possible outcomes

Sanctions fit the circumstances

Sanctions range from a disciplinary warning to expulsion, depending on the severity and frequency of the violation. The list is illustrative, not exhaustive.

If a student does not complete an assigned sanction, more severe sanctions may be added without a hearing, and that decision cannot be appealed.

  • Letter of warning
  • Letter of apology
  • Letter of censure or reprimand
  • Restitution
  • Monetary fines
  • Mandated community service
  • Loss of eligibility for leadership roles or representing the University
  • Loss of membership on teams, clubs, and organizations
  • Disciplinary probation
  • Cancellation of residence hall contract
  • Loss of eligibility for University-funded scholarships or part-time work
  • Suspension or expulsion

Grievances & appeals

Have a concern about an employee, policy, or program?

A non-academic grievance can involve a University employee, a policy or procedure, campus climate, student employment, or a University program, service, or activity. Students may use the process without fear of reprisal.

  1. Step 1File in writingSubmit a written grievance to the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs with a clear statement, the remedy you seek, and a request for a meeting.
  2. Step 2Meet with the respondentThe respondent schedules a meeting within ten class days and replies in writing.
  3. Step 3Appeal if neededNot satisfied? Appeal in writing to the Vice President for Student Affairs within ten class days of the reply.
  4. Step 4Final decisionThe Vice President's decision is final. You'll be notified in writing within ten class days.

Need help with a grievance?

Your faculty advisor, Counseling Services, and the Student Government Association can help. Time limits may be extended with a written request to the Vice President for Student Affairs. The grievance form is Attachment 2 in the Student Handbook.

Sexual misconduct cases

Both parties are notified in writing by certified mail within five business days after the hearing, and both may appeal within five days after the hearing.

Title IX at Allen

For parents & families

How you can support your student

The conduct process is between the University and the student. Your encouragement still matters: help your student read the Code, keep track of deadlines, and connect with campus support.

Third parties do not take part

Under the Code, third parties (lawyers, counselors, parents, cousins, etc.) are not allowed to participate in the University's internal judicial or student conduct processes.

Student records are private

Student education records are protected by the federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). The best place to start is a direct conversation with your student.

Report a concern

See something? Don't assume someone else reported it.

In a residence hall

Contact your residence hall director or Campus Police right away.

Elsewhere on campus

(803) 223-4544

Campus Police, 24/7

Off campus

911

Call immediately.

Sexual misconduct

titleixcoordinator@allenuniversity.edu

Allen's Behavioral Intervention Team includes Campus Police, the Vice President for Student Affairs, residence hall directors, Counseling Services, and other staff. It responds to emergencies that pose a threat to students, faculty, and staff.

Handbooks

Know the policies that apply to you.

The Student Code of Conduct and campus policies are published in the Student Handbook. Student-athletes are also responsible for the Student-Athlete Handbook.

Questions about the Code?

Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs · Dr. Andre Richardson · Arnett Hall, Lower Level

Email Student Affairs 803-376-5906 Student Handbook