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

Academic and Nonacademic Misconduct Board

This committee is a little different than other committees. The non/academic misconduct board acts as the force which places academic sanctions, suspends, and when required, expels students. We only meet when there is a hearing to judge if a student has committed misconduct, and what punishment is required.
Just before break several of us attended a 2hr training seminar, and in the coming weeks I will be taking up my first case. Over the past few days, I have been trying to get ready by reading a HUGE binder full of regulations, which we as students must follow. It will be difficult to bring a report back from these meetings since I am bound not to discuss what took place. However, I will keep trying to post what I can. Feel free to post questions or ask me personally and I try to answer to the best of my ability!
On a related note because I may be involved with this case on Tuesday, I apologize in advance in case I am unable to take notes!!!
Talk to you soon!
Ben