Student Conduct Appeal

An appeal may be based only upon one or more of the following grounds:

1. Procedural error that resulted in material harm or prejudice to the student (i.e. by preventing a fair, impartial, or proper hearing). Deviations from the designated procedures will not be a basis for sustaining an appeal unless material harm or prejudice results;

2. Discovery of substantial new evidence that was unavailable at the time of the hearing and which reasonably could have affected the decision of the hearing body; or

3. Disciplinary sanction imposed is grossly disproportionate to the violation(s) committed, considering the relevant aggravating and/or mitigating factors.

If you accepted responsibility and requested an administrative decision, you may appeal only on ground (3), that the sanction imposed is grossly disproportionate.

For each ground you select, you must provide an explanation that supports your appeal. Be as specific as possible. You should provide a detailed, factual and accurate argument so the appeal officer can make an informed decision. You may submit an additional written statement if you require more space to explain your appeal. You may also submit other documentation, such as newly discovered evidence.

If you do not select one of the three grounds, you may enter "N/A" for the follow-up questions that are otherwise required.

1.) Procedural Error that resulted in material harm or prejudice to the student (i.e., by preventing a fair, impartial, or proper hearing). Deviations from the designated procedures will not be a basis for sustaining an appeal unless material harm or prejudice results.(Required)

I am appealing on the ground of procedural error(s). I am NOT appealing on the ground of procedural error(s).

This field is required.

3.) Discovery of substantial new evidence that was UNAVAILABLE at the time of the hearing, and which reasonably could have affected the decision of the hearing body(Required)

I am appealing on the ground of substantial new evidence. I am NOT appealing on the ground of substantial new evidence.

This field is required.

6.) Disciplinary Sanction imposed is grossly disproportionate to the violation(s) committed, considering the relevant aggravating and/or mitigating factors.(Required)

I am appealing on the ground of grossly disproportionate sanctions. I am NOT appealing on the ground of grossly disproportionate sanctions.

This field is required.

8.) Explain why this sanction is grossly disproportionate.(Required)

The probation period is too long.

The suspension period is too long.

Dismissal is too harsh.

The effective date of the suspension/dismissal results in my losing credit for courses I have completed or substantially completed.

The effective date of the suspension/dismissal results in economic hardship.

Other (provide further explanation in response to the next question).

I am not appealing on this ground.

You must make at least one selection.

10.) Provide an alternative sanction (or sanctions) that would be proportionate (i.e., shorter probation/suspension periods; different effective start or end dates for a suspension period). A response to this question is REQUIRED to submit an appeal on the ground of “disproportionate sanction.” The decision on whether to grant an appeal and alter a sanction, however, remains with the Senior Vice President of Student Life (or designee). If you are not submitting an appeal on this ground, enter “N/A.”(Required) This field is required.

Student Conduct Appeal

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Student Information

Appeal

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