Frequently Asked Questions by Faculty

How do I report an alleged violation of University Rules to the Office of Student Conduct?

You must submit a written incident report and any supporting documentation necessary to prove the case. Please submit the incident report via the online form.  

What is a behavioral referral?

A behavioral referral is a referral for student misconduct related to any prohibited behavior other than academic misconduct. Examples of prohibited behavior include alcohol violations, drug violations, disruptive behavior, firearms, harassment, etc. Please see the current Student Code of Conduct for the full list.

What information must be included in a behavioral referral?

You must submit a written account of the incident in question with specific details about the behavior or behaviors that you feel are in violation of our rules. It is not enough to say “the student became unruly.” You must provide specific detail, “The student pushed over a desk, shouted that he was going to kick me, and threw his backpack at the white board.” The behavior in question must link specifically to a prohibited behavior. You cannot refer someone for disciplinary action because you think they are “weird” or because “they make you feel creepy.”

Will I be able to find out what happens to the student I refer?

Yes and no. We will inform the instructor of whether or not the student was found responsible for a rules violation. We are not permitted to release all sanctions due to FERPA restrictions. We ARE permitted to release disciplinary sanctions on a need-to-know basis.