Indiana University of Pennsylvania - Student Conduct Policies and Procedures

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Student Behavior Regulations

IUP is an academic community within the society at large. As a community the university has developed a code of standards and expectations that are consistent with its purpose as an educational institution. IUP reaffirms the principle of student freedom, coupled with acceptance of full responsibility for one's behavior and the consequences of such behavior. As a member of the academic community and of the larger society, a student retains the rights, protections, guarantees, and responsibilities which are held by all citizens.

When responding to behavior that violates federal, state, and local laws and ordinances, the university does not replace the criminal justice system or other responses in the larger community. The student should expect to be held accountable for her/his behavior through both the legal system and the university judicial system.

The Office of Student Conduct (OSC) supports the academic mission of the university by encouraging behavior change in the student while protecting the rights of the members of the university community and by promoting the security, responsible behavior, civility, openness, justice, and respect. Through enforcement of university policies and procedures, a student is challenged to take responsibility for her/his actions, demonstrate respect for her/himself, property, and other individuals, and develop skills that will enhance lifelong problem solving, communication, and decision-making abilities.

Parents/Guardians, who can have significant influence over their student's choice to follow the behavior expectations of the university, are welcomed as partners in the discipline process in accordance with the provisions of the Family Education Rights to Privacy Act (FERPA). Parents/Guardians are encouraged to support the university's mission, values, and behavior expectations, as well as their student's academic and social success, by reinforcing and encouraging appropriate, legal behavior and by confronting/challenging illegal and inappropriate behaviors.

Unauthorized Entry/Unauthorized Use

     a. Attempted or completed entry or use of university facilities, property, or equipment
          w/out authorization.

     b. Attempted or completed entry into the property of another, to include a room, house,
          building, business, or privately owned residence without authorization.

     c. Unauthorized use of university property or equipment.
Property
1. Possession of stolen university property or the property of any individual group or entity.
2. Theft of university property or property of any individual group or entity.
3. Destruction and/or damage to university facilities or the property of any individual, group, or entity.
Event Registration: Facilities Use

Violation of policies or regulations governing the registration of student organizations, events on campus, and use of university facilities.
Alcohol
1. Possession of alcoholic beverages on university premises or facilities except as provided in the University Alcohol Policy.
2. Possession of Alcoholic Beverages off campus by individuals under the age of twenty-one.
3. Consumption of alcohol on university premises or facilities (including underage drinking) except as provided in the University Alcohol Policy.
4. Consumption of alcohol off campus by individuals under the age of twenty-one.
5. Excessive use of alcohol resulting in a state of intoxication that endangers oneself or other members of the community. Excessive use includes (but is not limited to) use resulting in a need for medical attention, inability to function without assistance, unconsciousness, inability to recall events, incoherent or disoriented behavior, loss of control of bodily functions, and /or having a blood alcohol level of .16 or above.
6. Driving while under the influence of alcohol (blood alcohol level above .08 for individuals over twenty-one; blood alcohol lever over .02 for underage individuals ).
7. Sale and/or distribution of alcohol by persons of any age to persons under the age of twenty-one, including, but not limited to, charging admission to social events where alcohol will be served.
Automotive

     a. Violation of university parking regulations and Student Cooperative policies
          governing the use of automobiles, motorcycles or other motor vehicles parked or
          driven on university property and designated parking areas.

     b. Skateboarding, in-line skating, and bicycling on university property in a manner that
          cuts, grinds, or that may deface the edges of steps and other property is prohibited.

     c. Bicycles will be operated in a safe manner on campus and riders will comply with state
         and local regulations governing the use of bicycles.
Obstruction/Disruption

Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary procedure, or other university activities including its public service functions, or of other authorized activities.
Abuse/Harassment/Sexual Assault/Stalking
1. Abuse - Physical intimidation and/or assault, or conduct which threatens or endangers
  the health, safety, or well being of any person or group. Abuse includes (but is not
  limited to) hitting, kicking, slapping, punching, pushing, and/or spitting on another
  person or persons.
2. Harassment - Intimidation, invasion of privacy, or any threat to the well-being of a
  person or group which is communicated verbally, in writing, or through contact by
  telephone, computer, a third party, or by any other means of communication.
3. Attempted or completed sexual assault - includes (but is not limited to) rape,
  attempted rape, and/or inappropriate touching of another person. Rape is defined as
  sexual intercourse that is perpetrated against the will of the victim by a person or persons known or unknown to the victim. Rape includes engaging in sexual behavior with a person who is unconscious and/or mentally impaired (including impairment by intoxication and/or other substance abuse).
4. Stalking - Conduct or repeated acts toward others, including (but not limited to) willfully following and/or contacting someone with the intent and/or effect of creating fear or emotional distress.
Drugs

   a.    Drug Paraphernalia - Any equipment, product or material of any kind (containing
          evidence of any illegal drug and/or controlled substance) that is primarily intended or
          designed for use in planting, growing, harvesting, manufacturing, compounding,
          converting, concealing, producing, processing, preparing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling,
          smoking, or otherwise introducing into the human body a controlled substance.
          Examples include, but are not limited to ti4ems such as bongs, roach clips, miniature
          spoons, syringes, and various type of pipes.

    b.    Illegal Possession/Personal Use of Drugs and/or Controlled Substances - The illegal
           use or possession of any drugs and/or controlled substance, except as expressly
           permitted by law. Examples include (but are not limited to) cocaine, heroin,
           morphine, marijuana, ecstasy, gammy hydroxyl butyrate (GHB), amphetamines,
           solvents, oxycontin, methamphetamines, anabolic steroids, and LSD.

     c.    Distribution/Manufacture/Sale of Drugs - Delivery and/or possession with the intent to
           manufacture, sell, or distribute any drug and/or controlled substances, except as
           expressly permitted by law.

     d.    Misuse of over-the-counter medications and/or prescriptions, endangering self or
            others.
Disorderly/Obscene Conduct
1. Disorderly Conduct - behavior that disrupts or interferes with the orderly functions of the university, disturbs the peace and/or comfort of persons, or interferes with the performance of duties by university personnel.
2. Obscene Conduct - any behavior that would be considered lewd or indecent by a reasonable person. Examples include (but are not limited to) voyeurism, public urination/defecation, public exposure of private body parts, etc.
Noncompliance
- Failure to comply with the direction of an authorized university or Student Cooperative Association official and/or staff member acting in the performance of his/her duties.
- Failure to provide identification when requested to do so by a university or Student Cooperative Association official, including Community Assistants.
- Failure to comply with the direction of any person responsible for a facility or registered function who is acting in accord with those responsibilities. (The previous persons must identify themselves and state the reason for a directive.)
- Failure to fulfill any sanction(s) levied as a result of a judicial proceeding.
- Failure to meet with an authorized university or Student Cooperative Association official or staff member when directed to do so.
Contractual Obligations

Failure to honor all contracts with and debts to the university (including terms and
conditions of “The Residence Hall Housing License Agreement and Dining Services
Contract," the Housing License Agreement for Apartment Living, the Suite License Agreement and Dining Services Contract, and the Student Cooperative Association).
Firearms/Weapons/Explosives

Possession and/or use of any weapon, which is any object used to inflict a wound or cause injury. This includes (but is not limited to), possession and/or use of firearms, ammunition, knives, swords, nun chucks, stun guns, BB guns, look-alike weapons, or explosives,
such as fireworks, unsecured compressed air cylinders, or dangerous chemicals, except as authorized for use in class, in connection with university-sponsored research, or in another approved activity (provisions may be made to store firearms with the University Police).
Fire/General Safety
1. Fire Safety - Tampering with safety devices including but not limited to alarm systems, fire extinguishers, exit signs, smoke/heat detectors, fire hoses, etc. Failure to conform to safety regulations, (including but not limited to) falsely reporting an incident, failure to evacuate facilities in a timely manner in emergency situations or in response to fire
  alarms, inappropriate use of the fire alarm system, etc. In addition, individuals are responsible for the safe use and disposal of outdoor grills, tobacco products, and other
  fire-related items in areas authorized for such use.
2. General Safety - Conduct that unreasonably or recklessly threatens or endangers
  the well being of any person is prohibited.
Arson

Setting or attempting to set fire to or creating/causing a fire on university-owned or
operated property or on properties under the ownership and/or supervision of the Student Cooperative Association.
Gambling

All forms of gambling are prohibited unless a license has been secured and approval to solicit has been granted by the appropriate university office. Gambling consists of the payment of a consideration or fee for the chance to win a prize, the winner of which is determined by chance. Nonprofit organizations that have been licensed to conduct small games of chance are required to obtain and follow all rules issued by county licensing authorization in the Office of the County Treasurer and the appropriate university office. Small games of chance include (but are not limited to): punchboards, pull-tabs, raffles (including lotteries), and daily drawings.
Dishonesty/Fraud

Dishonest or fraudulent behavior, such as forgery, alteration, or misuse of documents, records, or identification (including but not limited to I-cards, credit cards, debit cards,
pin numbers, and/or computer usernames/passwords), or knowingly furnishing false information to university or Student Cooperative Association officials. Academic dishonesty and fraud are covered by the Academic Integrity Policy and Procedures.
17. Complicity

Presence during any violation of university policy in such a way as to condone, support,
or encourage that violation. (NOTE: Students who anticipate or observe a violation of university policy are expected to remove themselves from the situation and are encouraged to report the violation.)
18. Other

Apparent or alleged violation of federal, state, and local ordinances and other university regulations as prescribed in this handbook, a housing licensing agreement, the university catalog, and other official university publications, including publications on the University website.

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