The Judicial Process

Types of Hearings:

Informal Conference: The accused student shall be directed to appear for an informal conference with a case administrator where he/she will be given an opportunity to receive information about the Code of Conduct hearing process.

Administrative Hearing: The accused student meets with a judicial administrator to determine responsibility for the charges issued and to assess sanctions if the student is found responsible. Decisions will be reached by a preponderance of evidence.

Community Hearing: The accused student meets with a board which is usually comprised of two or three faculty or administrators and one or two student representation. They meet with the student to determine responsibility for the charges issued and to assess sanctions if the student is found responsible. Decisions will be reached by a preponderance of evidence.