3.7.1 - DESCRIPTIONS OF TYPICAL SANCTIONS IMPOSED
3.7.1.1 - Written Warning
A student found to be in violation of the Standards of Student Conduct may receive a written warning. A written warning is a written statement of warning which declares that the behavior is unacceptable within the Xavier community. Additional sanctions may be imposed if the unacceptable behavior continues after the student receives a written warning. A Written Warning will generally remain in effect for the remainder of a student's enrollment at Xavier.
3.7.1.2 - Parental Notification
In accordance with the Family Educational Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, Xavier may notify the parents/legal guardian of any student under age21 of any violation of a federal, state, or local law, or University policy regarding the use, or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance. Additionally, the University may choose to notify the parents/legal guardian of a dependent student if the student has violated the Standards of Student Conduct and is in jeopardy of being removed from University-owned housing. Any mention within this document to parental notification will be subject to the conditions set out in Section 3.6.3.3 ("Permissible Disclosures").
3.7.1.3 - Educational Sanction
A student found to be in violation of the Standards of Student Conduct may receive an educational sanction. An educational sanction is a required activity that is intended to engage the student in a positive learning experience related to the student's inappropriate behavior. An educational sanction may include, but is not limited to: (1) performing community service on and/or off campus; (2) attending programs or workshops at the student's own expense; and, if applicable, (3) obtaining counseling or writing a paper.
3.7.1.4 - Limitations on Activities
A student's activities may be limited if the student is found to be in violation of the Standards of Student Conduct. While often coupled with Residence Life or University Probation, this sanction may be imposed separately as well. Limitations on activities may include, but are not limited to: (1) ineligibility for serving as an officer or member of a University organization, committee, board, or council; (2) ineligibility to participate in any inter/intra-collegiate activity; (3) ineligibility to receive or maintain an award; or (4) exclusion from University events.
3.7.1.5 - Fine
A student found to be in violation of the Standards of Student Conduct may be fined as a penalty for the inappropriate behavior. A fine is a monetary sanction, which is intended to make the student consider their behavior and decision-making. Fines are not to be confused with restitution (See Section 3.7.1.6 "Restitution").
3.7.1.6 - Restitution
A student found to be in violation of the Standards of Student Conduct may be required to make restitution (pay for losses or damages). Restitution is defined as an act of restoring or a condition of being restored. For example, if a student's conduct causes damage to Xavier or another student's property, then the student may be required to pay the cost of repair or loss.
3.7.1.7 - No Contact Notice
A No Contact Notice may be issued as a sanction through the Student Conduct Process and requested by a student with valid reason. A No Contact Order is an official order of protection provided to prevent or prohibit a student and family of that student from all contact with another student to adequately ensure that students safety. The identity of the student requesting a No Contact Notice must be provided to the recipient student of the No Contact Notice. The duration of a University issued No Contact Notice will be determined by the University official issuing the No Contact Notice.
3.7.1.8 - Residence Life Probation
Residence Life Probation is a formal notice to the student that the behavior in question is unacceptable within the residential community and that if the behavior continues, more severe action may be taken, including the possibility of removal from University- owned housing. Probation is for a fixed period of time, which normally will not be less than one semester.
3.7.1.9 - Removal from Xavier-Owned Housing
If the Residence Life Probation sanction is imposed and the unacceptable behavior continues, then the student may be removed from Xavier-owed housing. A student may also be removed from Xavier-owned housing without being on Residence Life Probation. Removal from Xavier-owned housing may be for a fixed period of time or on a permanent basis. A student who is removed from Xavier-owned housing is not permitted to enter or visit any Xavier-owned housing and will forfeit any prepaid housing fees.
3.7.1.10 - Academic
Examples of academic sanctions include, but are not limited to, assigning the student a "zero" for a particular assignment or test or an "F" in a course. Academic sanctions are most frequently assessed in response to academic dishonesty according to Section 2.3.9.1("Academic Honesty"). Academic sanctions may also be appropriate in response to certain violations of the Standards of Student Conduct (e.g., disturbances or inappropriate behavior toward a Xavier employee or fellow students in an academic setting or environment). If a Hearing Officer or Hearing Panel recommends to the Dean of Students academic sanctions for a violation of Xavier policy (other than academic dishonesty), the Dean of Students may recommend academic sanctions to the student's college Academic Dean. Any academic sanctions will be assessed by academic administration.
3.7.1.11 - University Probation
The sanction of University Probation involves a formal notice to the student that the behavior in question is unacceptable within the Xavier community. Probation is for a fixed period of time, which normally will not be less than one semester. A student placed on probation faces the following consequences during the probationary period: (1) ineligibility for serving as an officer or leader of a University or student organization, committee, board, or council; and (2) the student is not considered to be in "good conduct standing" with Xavier. Probation may be assigned (at the discretion of the hearing officer) in conjunction with the "Limitation on Activities" sanction, which may further limit a student's involvement in University activities. If the unacceptable behavior continues, or if other inappropriate behavior follows, more severe action will be taken, including the possibility of suspension or expulsion.
3.7.1.12 - Suspension
A student found to be in violation of the Standards of Student Conduct may be suspended. Written notification of this sanction will be provided to the student, and suspension may be imposed in addition to any other sanction that is judged to be of value to the student. Suspension from Xavier includes, but is not limited to, the following consequences: (1) a suspended student is excluded from participation in any academic or other Xavier activities for a specified period of time, which may be indefinite; (2) a suspended student will be withdrawn from all courses carried the semester of the suspension, and will forfeit all fees according to Xavier's normal Withdrawal Policy; (3) any student suspended from Xavier is prohibited from visiting Xavier's premises (all buildings and grounds) except when engaged in official conferences approved in writing, by phone or email through the Dean of Students, or designee; and (4) the student is required to vacate the campus within 24 hours of notification of the action, though this deadline may be extended upon application to, and at the discretion of, the Dean of Students or designee. Persons notified of a student's University suspension status may include parents or guardians, academic deans, Campus Safety, or other appropriate personnel at the discretion of the Dean of Students. When appropriate based on the violation and/or the cumulative conduct record of the student, the Dean of Students or designee may hold the imposition of suspension in abeyance, which would allow for the student’s continued enrollment so long as the student adheres to all stipulations, restrictions, or conditions imposed by the hearing officer or board. In the event a student cannot adhere to the stipulations, the suspension will be initiated and applied as described herein.
3.7.1.13 - Students Returning After Suspension
When a suspension period is over and the student has completed the conditions accompanying the suspension, the student must contact the Dean of Students requesting reinstatement and providing documentation demonstrating that the student has satisfied the terms of the suspension (if applicable). The Dean may, if needed, require a meeting with the student before permitting reenrollment. The student may re-enroll at the University only after the Dean of Students has made an affirmative decision, notified the student, and released the hold on the student's University account. Any student who has completed the terms of suspension from Xavier and wishes to return to Xavier will meet with the Dean of Students to discuss reintegration and will be placed on University Probation for a specified period of time, which will be determined by the Dean of Students (generally not less than one semester). Any student placed on Administrative Separation pending the Student Conduct Process may not return until after the conclusion of the Student Conduct Process.
3.7.1.14 - Expulsion
Expulsion is the most serious University sanction and involves the permanent exclusion of the student from Xavier. Notification of the expulsion will be provided to the student. An expelled student will: (1) forfeit all rights and degrees not actually conferred at the time of the expulsion; (2) be withdrawn from all courses; (3) forfeit all fees according to the Xavier's normal Withdrawal Policy; and (4) vacate the campus within 24 hours of notification of the action, though this deadline may be extended upon application to, and at the discretion of, the Dean of Students or designee. Any student expelled from Xavier is prohibited from visiting Xavier's premises except when engaged in official conferences approved in writing, by phone or by email and in advance by the Dean of Students, or designee.
3.7.1.15 - Other
Xavier reserves the right to impose any other sanction that has not been specifically defined, as it deems appropriate.