Purpose:
Academic communities exist to facilitate the process of acquiring and exchanging knowledge and understanding, to enhance the personal and intellectual development of its members, and to advance the interests of society. In order to realize these goals, community members must be free from the threat of personal injury or harm; bias or harassment; intimidation or coercion; the threat of damage or loss of their property; the disruption of community educational and social activities; unreasonable interference with the exchange of concepts and ideas; and unreasonable interference with the administrative and supporting services offered by the University. The function of the Office of Community Standards and Compliance is to support the educational mission of the University through efforts to preserve the social and academic integrity of the University environment and to facilitate the potential academic, career and personal growth of students by addressing and resolving issues involving students whose behavioral choices are negatively impacting themselves and the community.
