Below is an explanation of sanctions for various student code of conduct violations. This list of sanctions is not all encompassing and sanctions are assigned at the discretion of the judicial coordinator.
A warning is a formal reprimand that is meant to serve as a warning that the student will be subject to more severe sanctions, if the student violates College regulations again. Offenses which could warrant a warning (Depending of the case these violations could warrant a different sanction):
Probation is an official warning that the student’s continued enrollment depends upon the maintenance of satisfactory citizenship during the period of probation. A favorable recommendation to outsiders normally will not be furnished during the period of probation.
When probation is imposed as a sanction, the student should be advised of the consequences of violation of the probation. In the event probation terms or conditions are violated, the Dean of Students will impose the consequences of the probation violation.
Offenses which could warrant probation (Depending of the case these violations could warrant a different sanction):
Removal is a permanent or temporary termination of the student’s privilege to live in the New College Residence Halls. In cases where the student currently resides on campus, the student will be given reasonable time to vacate the residence halls (e.g. 24-48 hours).
During the period of the Residence Hall expulsion, the student is, in effect, trespassed from using any of the Residence Halls, attending social gatherings in and around the halls, visiting friends or acquaintances in the halls or using the residence hall facilities or the residential life’s staff services.
Suspension is a termination of a student’s privilege to attend the College for a specific period of time, including trespass on campus. In cases where the student resides on campus, the student will be given reasonable time to vacate the residence halls (e.g. 24-48 hours).
During the period of the suspension, all of the student’s contact with College departments/services must be through the Office of Student Affairs.
Expulsion is a permanent termination of a student’s privilege to attend the College, including trespass on campus. In cases where the student resides on campus, the student will be given reasonable time to vacate the residence halls (e.g. 24-48 hours).
During the period of the expulsion, all of the student’s contact with College departments and services must be through the Office of Student Affairs Offenses which could warrant suspension or dismissal (Depending of the case these violations could warrant a different sanction):
Restrictions and behavioral contracts – Conditions imposed on a student that specifically dictate and limit the future presence on campus and participation in College-related activities. The restrictions involved will be clearly identified and can include a restraining order forbidding the respondent from all contact with individual members of the College community. Restrictions also can include denial of the privilege to operate a motor vehicle on campus, denial of participation in certain activities/events/organizations, denial of access to use of College services, and denial of presence in certain buildings or locations of campus.
Restitution and/or fine – A set monetary fee or payment for injury in cases involving theft, destruction of property, etc.
Educational sanctions – An educational sanction such as, but not limited to, reflection or research papers, letters of apology, campus involvement opportunities, interviews, advising referrals, and meeting with College faculty or staff.