Monday, January 28, 2008

Misconduct Board Begins Second Semester Hearings

The Misconduct Board has already begone hearing cases (started the 01/22/08), and will continue to work through out the spring and summer. The Misconduct Board is comprised of two staff members and one student member. Together, we hear cases on both academic and nonacademic misconduct. Misconduct can range from cheating to theft. Once a case reaches the misconduct panel, we will determine as students guilt and the penalty the student should receive. There are very few limitations on sanctions, and our decision can be appealed. We are always in the company of legal council when we are in a hearing (to insure correct and legal procedure).

If there are questions about the panel or operations, don't hesitate to respond. All individual cases are confidential under FERPA, so naturally I can't answer question on individual hearings.

~Ben Beduhn

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