Student Code of Conduct

1. The Code is one of three formal policies governing student conduct at UNCG. The Code addresses general student conduct, usually excluding academic responsibilities.The Code details the fundamental fairness and process requirements for student conduct proceedings; it does not duplicate or replace the purposes of the Academic Integrity Policy or of other graduate or professional policies related to schools, departments, or professions.
2. The Academic Integrity Policy (the AIP) governs student conduct directly related to the academic life of the University. The AIP is applicable to any academically related experience involving UNCG students (or alumni in cases where violations are discovered after graduation) whether occurring on the campus or at host institutions or sites. All alleged violations of the AIP must be resolved in accordance with the AIP and under the direct authority of a UNCG faculty member or the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
3. Graduate or professional schools within the University may initiate charges against students for alleged violations of professional standards or ethics as a separate issue or as an extension of alleged acts of academic dishonesty or violations of the Code.

Section 502 D(3) of The Code of the University of North Carolina provides:

“Subject to any policies or regulations of the Board of Governors or of the Board of Trustees, it shall be the duty of the Chancellor to exercise full authority in the regulation of student affairs and student conduct and discipline. In the discharge of this duty, delegation of such authority may be made by the Chancellor to faculty committees and to administrative or other officers of the institution or to agencies of student government, in such manner and to such extent as made by the Chancellor be deemed necessary and expedient. In the discharge of the Chancellor’s duty with respect to matters of student discipline, it shall be the duty of the Chancellor to secure to every student the right to due process.”

The Chancellor has delegated this authority through the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs to the Dean of Students Office or designee (usually the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities) to administer, regulate, interpret, and revise the Code.

Jurisdiction under the Code applies to behavior from a student’s acceptance to the University through the date of graduation. This includes, but is not limited to new students at orientation, persons not currently enrolled but who are still seeking a degree from UNCG, and any other person enrolled in a credit-earning course offered by UNCG. For purposes of exercising jurisdiction for University discipline, it also includes any person who has graduated from UNCG if the University determines that his/her graduation or receipt of credit may have involved misconduct while the person was working toward a degree. Additionally, students with pending conduct cases will not officially graduate until their case is resolved.

The procedures provided in this Code are not intended to be equivalent to the process of federal, state, or local laws and do not determine whether criminal conduct has occurred. Criminal procedures do not address the educational mission of the University. University disciplinary proceedings may be initiated against a student charged with a violation of law that is also a violation of this Code. The University reserves the right to proceed under this Code prior to, concurrent with, or subsequent to civil litigation, criminal arrest, or criminal prosecution. The University cooperates fully with law enforcement agencies to the extent permitted by law.

Instances of prohibited conduct may be subject to the Code whether or not they occur on University Premises. The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee shall determine whether an incident off campus affects University interests and thus falls within the scope of the Code. Off-campus instances of prohibited conduct that may be addressed include, but are not limited to, acts of harm, repeated or high-risk alcohol and/or drug misuse, sexual misconduct, interpersonal violence, felony charges, and any federal, state or local laws or University policies or protocols related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

1. Honesty
   An academic community of integrity advances the quest for truth and knowledge by requiring intellectual and personal honesty in learning, teaching, research, activities, and service. Cultivating honesty lays the foundation for lifelong integrity, developing the courage and insight to make difficult choices and accepting responsibility for actions and their consequences, even at personal cost.Violations of Honesty may include but are not limited to:
   1. Furnishing – providing false information to University officials.
   2. Forgery – alteration or misuse of any University or government document, record, or instrument of identification.
   3. Fraud – an act of deceiving or misrepresenting which may result in financial or personal gain.
   4. Failing to Report Criminal Arrests or Convictions – omitting information about arrests and/or conviction(s) during the UNCG Admissions Process before or after acceptance to the University or to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities after the start of courses; failure of student-athletes to disclose any conduct that resulted in discipline through a Title IX proceeding or in a criminal conviction for sexual, interpersonal, or other acts of violence, including whether a Title IX proceeding was incomplete at the time of transfer for transfer student-athletes, as required by NCAA policy.
   5. Identification Misuse – possessing, using, or displaying ID’s, including parking permits, that belong to someone else, the unauthorized selling or loaning of an ID to another person, the misuse of University or organization names and images, or the failure to carry their student ID card at all times and produce it upon request by a University official.
2. Trust
   An academic community of integrity fosters a climate of mutual trust, encourages the free exchange of ideas, and enables all to reach their highest potential. Only with trust can members of the University community believe in and rely on others and move forward as a community. Only with trust can the community believe in the social value and meaning of an institution’s scholarship and degrees. Violations of Trust may include but are not limited to:
   1. Theft/Attempted Theft or Possession of Stolen Property – taking, attempting to take, or possessing property without permission.
   2. Unauthorized Entry or Access – entering or accessing or attempting to enter or access University premises or property of another without permission.
   3. Joint Responsibility for Misconduct – encouraging or assisting in any behavior or activity of others, including guests, that violates University policy or law, including but not limited to, violating any federal, state or local laws or University policy related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
   4. Conduct Non-compliance – student fails, without good cause, to comply with the requirements of the conduct process or fails to comply with directives of University officials. The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities may seek sanctions against the student under the section, Sanctions, for failure to comply with directives of University officials. A Hold may be placed on a student’s record which may prevent, among other things, registration, re-enrollment, or the awarding of a degree.
3. Fairness
   An academic community of integrity establishes clear standards, practices, and procedures and expects fairness in the interactions of students, groups/organizations, faculty, and staff. For students and groups/organizations, important components of fairness are predictability, clear expectations, and a consistent and just response to dishonesty. Faculty and staff also have a right to expect fair treatment from students and from colleagues. Violations of Fairness may include but are not limited to:
   1. Disruption of University Activities – obstructing or interfering with the learning environment (including classroom disruption) or freedom of movement of others, conduct proceedings, or other University activities including public service functions, whether on or off campus, and other authorized non-University activities which occur on University premises. This includes, but is not limited to, preventing or attempting to prevent an individual’s proper participation in, or use of, the student conduct process; or influencing the neutrality of a panel member prior to or during the course of a student conduct proceeding.
4. Respect
   An academic community of integrity recognizes the participatory nature of the learning process and honors and respects a wide range of opinions, ideas, and cultures. Violations of Respect may include but are not limited to:
   1. Threats, Coercion, Harassment, Intimidation, or Hostile Environments
      1. No student shall threaten, coerce, harass or intimidate another person or identifiable group of persons, in a manner that is unlawful or in violation of a valid University policy, while on University premises or at University sponsored activities based upon the person’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status, disabling condition, or age.
      2. No student shall engage in unlawful harassment leading to a hostile environment. Unlawful harassment includes conduct that creates a hostile environment by meeting the following criteria: It is:
         1. Directed toward a particular person or persons;
         2. Based upon the person’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, genetic information, veteran status, disabling condition, or age;
         3. Unwelcomed;
         4. Severe or pervasive;
         5. Objectively offensive; and
         6. So unreasonably interferes with the target person’s employment, academic pursuits, or participation in University-sponsored activities as to effectively deny equal access to the University’s resources and opportunities.
         7. In determining whether student conduct violates these provisions, all relevant facts and circumstances shall be considered. Care must be exercised in order to preserve freedoms of speech and expression, as articulated in current legal standards. Legal advice should be sought from the Office of the General Counsel, as appropriate.
   2. Physical Injury – inflicting, attempting to inflict, or assisting in the injury of another.
   3. Violation of a University No Contact Order – any contact after the University has issued a No Contact Order that includes but is not limited to phone, voice mail, e-mail, text messages, letters, instant messaging, social media (i.e. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram), or messages transmitted via other individuals.
   4. Conduct Which is Disorderly – any conduct, including threatening, abusive, or disorderly behavior, that creates a disturbance or endangers the values, health, or safety of the university community. Some examples may include, but are not limited to: vulgar and obscene language, posting lewd or inappropriate images on virtual learning platforms, loitering, violent or seriously disruptive behavior, unreasonable noise, or not following the University’s policies or protocols related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
   5. Violation of the Title IX Policy – violation of the policy found here.
   6. Hazing – any action taken or situation created, intentionally or unintentionally, whether on or off University premises, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule is considered hazing, regardless of the willingness of the participant. Please review the Anti-Hazing Policy.
   7. Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying – persistent, severe or pervasive verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, harassment, coercion, bullying, or other conduct which threatens or endangers the mental or physical health and/or safety of any person or causes reasonable apprehension of such harm directed toward a particular individual or identifiable group of individuals through any action, method, device, or means.
   8. Retaliation – any adverse action or threat taken or made against an individual, including through third parties, for making a report of a University policy violation or participating in any investigation or proceeding related to any University policy. This provision applies to reports made or information provided in good faith, even if the facts alleged in the report are determined not to be accurate. Examples of this conduct include, but are not limited to, threatening, intimidating, harassing, or any other conduct that would discourage a reasonable person from seeking services, receiving protective measures and/or accommodations, and/or reporting policy violations. Retaliation also includes maliciously and purposefully interfering with, threatening, or damaging the academic, professional, or living environment of another individual before, during, or after the investigation and resolution of a report of a policy violation in response to and/or on account of the report of the policy violation.
   9. Non-Title IX Sexual and Gender-Based Harassment – Under this policy, Sexual Harassment is conduct on the basis of sex that satisfies one or more of the following:
      1. A student conditioning the provision of an aid, benefit, or service of the University on an individual’s participation in unwelcome sexual conduct; or
      2. Unwelcome conduct determined by a reasonable person to be so severe, persistent, or objectively offensive that it effectively denies a person equal access to the University’s education program or activity; or
      3. Sexual Exploitation or Complicity as defined below; or
      4. “Sexual assault” as defined in 20 U.S.C. 1092(f)(6)(A)(v), “dating violence” as defined in 34 U.S.C. 12291(a)(10), “domestic violence” as defined in 34 U.S.C. 12291(a)(8), or “stalking” as defined in 34 U.S.C. 12291(a)(30) and referenced under the University’s Title IX Policy that does not occur on University grounds or other property owned or controlled by the University or in the United States.
5. Responsibility
   An academic community of integrity upholds accountability and depends upon action in the face of wrongdoing. Every member of an academic community—student, group/organization, faculty member, and staff—is responsible for upholding the integrity of the community. Violations of Responsibility may include but are not limited to:
   1. Violation of University Policy or Law Regarding Alcohol – includes but not limited to: possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages by students less than 21 years of age; operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or while impaired by the consumption of alcohol; furnishing or selling any alcoholic beverages to any person less than 21 years of age; being intoxicated in public attributable in part or in whole to the use of alcohol.
   2. Violation of University Policy or Law Regarding Firearms or Other Weapons – using, possessing, or storing any weapon (as defined by North Carolina General Statute §14-269.2), dangerous chemical, fireworks, or explosive on University premises, except as explicitly permitted by law.
   3. Attempted or Actual Damage to Property – engaging in or attempting acts that damages, destroys, or defaces property of the university or another.
   4. Violation of University Policy or Law Regarding Drugs – illegal possession or use of controlled substances as defined by the North Carolina General Statutes § 90-86 through § 90-113.8; manufacturing, selling, or delivering any controlled substance or possession with intent to manufacture, sell or deliver any controlled substance; misuse of any legal pharmaceutical drugs; knowingly breathe or inhale any substance for the unlawful purpose of inducing a condition of intoxication; or possession of drug-related paraphernalia, including, but not limited to pipes, bongs, hookahs and other water pipes.
   5. Facilitating or Accepting Improper Behavior – choosing not to confront a person violatingthe Code, choosing not to leave such a situation, or choosing not to tell a University staff member about the Code violation.
   6. Fire Safety – setting or attempting to set or assisting in setting a fire, or misusing or damaging fire safety equipment including, but not limited to smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, or hoses. This also includes not evacuating during a fire drill.
   7. Violation of University Policies – violation of any written policies, regulations, or rules of the University.
   8. Violations of Federal or State Laws, or Local Ordinances Which Affect the Interests of the University Community – engaging in any behavior or activities that are chargeable offenses of the law.
   9. Failure to Exercise Preventive Measures – the knowledge of or unintentional failure of any organized group to exercise preventive measures relative to violations of this Code by its members.

1. Any student, faculty member, University employee, or University administrator may refer a Student or Student Organization suspected of violating the Code to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or, if the Student or Student Organization is suspected of Sexual and/or Interpersonal Violence Misconduct, to the Title IX Office. If appropriate, reports to the Title IX Office will be referred to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
   
   The referral to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or the Title IX Office must include factual information supporting the allegation. A person making such a referral may be expected to appear before a Hearing Panel and/or Conduct Officer. Referrals should be made as soon as possible after the alleged violation(s) occurred, preferably within 30 business days. Any person may report an alleged violation(s) of the Code online using the Incident Report Form.
   
   Based on such a referral, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities will determine whether a Formal Charge(s) shall be pursued and whether the Formal Charge(s) constitutes a Minor Violation or a Serious Violation, based on the Student’s prior record or facts and circumstances related to the case. This determination should be made within ten (10) days after the initiation of the referral; however, a reasonable extension of this time limit is permissible. No Respondent is permitted to withdraw from enrollment at the University after being charged with a Serious Violation until determinations on responsibility and sanction(s) (if applicable) are made.
   
   In some instances, an Investigator may be assigned to investigate an alleged violation(s) of the Code. The Investigator will conduct interviews with the Respondent, the Complainant (if applicable) and any third-party witnesses, will collect and review any other information relevant to the report, and will submit a written report to the Director or designee summarizing his/her findings. If an investigation is anticipated to last for an extended period of time, the Director or designee, in his/her discretion, may file a Formal Charge(s) following a preliminary investigation that can be modified at the conclusion of the investigation.
   
   In instances when a student is suspected of sexual and interpersonal misconduct, the investigation shall be in accordance with the Title IX Policy.
2. If the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities determines that a Formal Charge(s) shall be pursued, they will deliver a written notice of referral to the Respondent. The notice of referral will include the following:
   1. notice of the Formal Charge(s);
   2. information regarding next steps in the Conduct Procedures (e.g., a request that the Respondent participate with the Director or designee in a meeting to discuss details related to the alleged violation(s), or a referral to an investigation);
   3. if a Serious Violation, notice that possible sanctions include Suspension or Expulsion;
   4. if a Serious Violation, notice that the Respondent’s University account and official academic transcript will be placed on hold until determinations on responsibility and sanction(s) (if applicable) are made;
   5. a statement indicating that the Respondent has the right to be represented, at his/her expense, by an Attorney or Non-Attorney Advocate during the Conduct

Procedures, except when the violation is an allegation of academic dishonesty, as governed by the Academic Integrity Policy.

The purpose of affording medical amnesty is to remove barriers to seeking needed treatment or making a report to law enforcement or University officials for fear of being subject to disciplinary action. Thus, this protocol ensures that a student’s safety and health come first in cases of underage possession and/or consumption of alcohol and/or use of controlled substances.

The Offices of Student Rights and Responsibilities and Housing and Residence Life will not pursue conduct action if: (1) the intoxicated or other student(s) involved reports the incident, (2) the intoxicated or other student(s) involved is actively seeking medical and/or health assistance from a University official or medical provider, (3) the intoxicated student is the victim of a sexual or interpersonal violence or other violent crime, or (4) a Student Organization/Group hosting an event in which one or more members seek medical assistance on behalf of another student from a University official or medical provider and remains on the scene to provide support.

Medical amnesty represents a policy choice to withhold disciplinary action for students when they seek emergency medical treatment due to the underage possession and/or consumption of alcohol and/or use of controlled substances or in situations where the student may have experienced some form of sexual or interpersonal violence, or otherwise have been the victim of a crime.

A student who is seeking Medical Amnesty for themselves may be required to comply with recommendations of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibility in order to be granted the amnesty. Recommendations may consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

• Referral to a counselor for an alcohol or drug assessment;
• Referral to Student Health Services;
• Parent, guardian or emergency, contact notification; and
• Educational opportunities to assist in avoiding future high-risk situations.

Medical Amnesty will not be granted to students needing medical assistance who refuse to cooperate with medical providers, law enforcement, and/or University personnel at the time medical assistance is being sought.

If a student or a Student Organization/Group received Medical Amnesty for a prior incident or has prior alcohol misuse sanctions, the availability of amnesty is at the discretion of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Additionally, Medical Amnesty applies only to alcohol and other drug violations under the Student Code of Conduct and does not exempt students or Student Organizations/Groups from the possibility of being charged with criminal offenses or that other charges being issued by the University to address other prohibited conduct such as assault, property damage, or distribution of illegal or illicit substances. If you seek help on behalf of a drug overdose victim, you and the victim may be exempt from certain criminal drug charges.

Students are guaranteed the following elements of fundamental fairness throughout the student conduct process:

1. In cases involving a hearing before a hearing panel or conduct officer: The respondent shall be afforded a fair and timely hearing to respond to the allegations;
   1. Both the respondent and the complainant shall have the opportunity to challenge for cause the conduct officer, or panelists, or composition of any hearing panel;
   2. The respondent shall be informed of the accusations and the evidence;
   3. Both the respondent and the complainant shall be afforded adequate time to prepare for the hearing;
   4. Both the respondent and the complainant shall be able to offer relevant evidence and witnesses who can provide direct information; and to question witnesses present at the hearing;
   5. The respondent may be represented, at their own expense, by a licensed attorney or non-attorney advocate of their own choosing in non-academic misconduct matters in accordance with the Guidelines for Attorney/Non-Attorney Advocates (https://osrr.uncg.edu/attorneynon-attorney-information). In cases involving an alleged act(s) of Non-Title IX Sexual or Gender-Based Harassment, a complainant may also be represented by a licensed attorney or non-attorney advocate of their own choosing. The attorney/non-attorney advocate may fully participate only to the extent and in the same manner afforded to the student(s) they represent. The attorney/non-attorney advocate may not provide testimony.
   6. The respondent shall have the opportunity to consult with a Student Conduct Advisor.
   7. The complainant shall have the opportunity to consult with a Student Case Coordinator.
   8. The respondent shall receive in writing the outcome of the hearing. In cases involving Non-Title IX Sexual or Gender-Based Harassment, both the respondent and the complainant shall receive in writing the outcome of the hearing;
   9. The respondent may appeal the outcome of the hearing. In cases Non-title IX Sexual or Gender Based Harassment, both the respondent and the complainant may appeal the outcome of the hearing;
   10. Both the respondent and the complainant shall be afforded confidentiality in the handling of the conduct process in accordance with applicable policy and law.
2. The following considerations apply equally to the complainant and respondent:
   1. The University will not voluntarily release the complainant’s/respondent’s name to the public or media except as required by law.
   2. Further, University staff will, upon request by the complainant/respondent:
      1. discuss the situation in a confidential manner;
      2. treat the complainant/respondent with courtesy, understanding, and professionalism; assist in privately contacting counseling, advising, and other available resources should the individual so choose;
      3. arrange that the complainant/respondent have no contact in the form of a No Contact Order;
      4. continue to be available to answer questions, explain the systems and processes involved, and be a willing listener;
      5. provide assistance regarding University residential housing, including a request to change housing assignments or to leave University housing;
      6. assist with requests for academic relief or other exceptions to current academic regulations;
      7. in cases involving allegations of Non-Title IX Sexual Harassment, arrange at the discretion of the conduct officer, an alternative to giving a statement in a face-to- face setting; and
      8. arrange for the opportunity to make a statement concerning the impact of the incident in the sanctioning phase of the hearing.

A respondent who is not a student at the time of the conduct proceeding may be subject to a Hold on their records which prevents further registration at the University pending resolution of outstanding conduct allegations. The University may adjudicate the charges against the respondent regardless of whether the respondent is currently a student. In addition, the Hold can be extended to prevent release of transcripts and/or diplomas. The conduct records of students attempting to transfer to another institution are subject to disclosure to the transfer institution.

1. If a decision is made to issue a formal charge against the respondent , the respondent will receive notice in writing via the respondent’s UNCG email address. The notice will specify the offense(s) charged, the possible sanctions, and a brief recitation of the allegations supporting the charge. The notice will also specify if a respondent faces expulsion, that expulsion precludes matriculation at any UNC constituent institution.
2. The formal charge notice will also invite the respondent to participate in a Student Conduct Conference (SCC). The SCC provides the respondent with an:
   1. Opportunity to discuss the allegations, review any written evidence, obtain a listof witnesses (if applicable), and provide information;
   2. Opportunity to review students’ rights and responsibilities;
   3. Opportunity to accept or deny responsibility for the charges.
3. A conduct officer will discuss the allegations and other related information and will explain the procedures to be followed with the respondent.
4. The respondent will be asked to select one of the following options in response to the charge(s):
   1. “Deny” Responsibility to the charge(s) and have a hearing before a hearing panel or conduct officer where a determination of responsibility will be made through procedures described in the Conduct Hearings section. If the respondent is found “Responsible” by the conduct officer or hearing panel, appropriate sanctions will also be imposed.
   2. “Accept” Responsibility to the charge(s) and waive a conduct officer or panel hearing on the question of responsibility. Appropriate sanctions will be imposed by the conduct officer.
   3. Postpone Decision during the Student Conduct Conference which allows the respondent up to two business days (48 hours) to enter a plea.
5. If the respondent pleads responsible, include a description of the respondent’s appeal rights, if any, and the deadline for exercising those rights.

When a respondent no-shows or misses an SCC, the conduct officer will hold a conduct review of the allegations. The respondent will receive written notice of the conduct review, which will be held no sooner than five (5) calendar days after the SCC. At any time prior to the conduct review, the respondent has the opportunity to review any written evidence and obtain a list of witnesses. If the respondent does not attend the conduct review, the conduct officer may conduct the conduct review in their absence and make a determination of responsibility based on the information available and assign appropriate sanctions. Written notification of the decision and sanctions will be sent to the appropriate University parties (including the complainant when applicable) and to the respondent by email to the respondent’s UNCG email address. Written notification shall include a description of the respondent’s appeal rights, if any, and a deadline for exercising those rights.

1. A respondent, who Denies Responsibility to the charge(s) will be scheduled for a conduct hearing with either a conduct officer or with a hearing panel.
2. The respondent may request a hearing before a hearing panel and the conduct officer may, at his/her discretion, grant this request if, in his/her professional judgment, the complexity or seriousness of the allegations support this request. The request is normally granted if the sanctions of suspension or expulsion are likely.
3. After the SCC occurs, hearings are scheduled within a reasonable time, with written notice to the parties no fewer than five (5) business days, and in cases of potential suspension or expulsion no fewer ten (10) business days prior to the date of the hearing. At the discretion of the conduct officer, a one-time postponement for cause in the scheduled hearing date may be granted upon request of any party to the hearing action. This postponement for cause, when granted, in the absence of extraordinary circumstances, to be determined by the conduct officer.
4. Cases occurring during holidays, semester breaks, or summer sessions for which a hearing is granted present scheduling challenges due to the brief term and the limited availability of hearing panelists. Such hearings shall be conducted, when necessary, through ad hoc hearing panels appointed by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Carry overs of hearings may also be utilized for respondents, other than respondents nearing graduation, when there is not sufficient time remaining in the regular academic year to arrange for the hearing process.
5. Hearings are closed to the public subject to applicable policy and law. In addition to the conduct officer and/or members of the hearing panel, only the following are normally allowed to attend: the complainant, if applicable, and the respondent; one support person for the respondent or the complainant (a support person shall be a silent observer and may not have an active role in the hearing); the complainant’s and respondent’s attorney/non-attorney advocate; the Student Conduct Advisor of the respondent, if engaged; the Student Case Coordinator who advises the complainant; witnesses or persons who have been asked to provide a statement by either the respondent or complainant; and an attorney from the Office of General Counsel. In hearings involving allegations against student groups/organizations, the president or chief officer of the charged group/organization will be expected to participate in the hearing on behalf of the group/organization. The conduct officer or hearing panel may also recommend charges be brought against individual members of the group/organization as a result of information obtained in the course of the hearing.
6. Witnesses or persons asked to provide a statement and the complainant shall be present only for the portion of the hearing that involves their statement and questions arising from that statement. In keeping with federal law, complainants of violence, whose status is determined by the conduct officer, may be present for the duration of the hearing and provided the results of the hearing. The conduct officer will preside over the hearing. Admission of any additional persons to the hearing shall be at the sole discretion of the conduct officer.
7. Hearings, whether held before a conduct officer or hearing panel, are unlike courts. These conduct processes engage in a full discussion of charges and circumstances. Rules of evidence, procedures, and involvement of attorneys differ from proceedings before criminal or civil authorities as follows:
   1. The conduct officer has sole discretion to decide what evidence and witnesses are allowed. Evidence will be allowed if, in the judgment of the conduct officer, it bears on the facts of the case.
   2. Evidence relevant to both the issue of responsibility and appropriate sanctions is normally allowed.
   3. Written statements by witnesses or others having knowledge of the allegations may be allowed in the absence of a personal appearance at the hearing by the author of the statement except in the adjudication of alleged violations of the Title IX Policy. Such signed statement must be delivered in person to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities by the author accompanied with matching picture identification. If the author is unable to deliver the statement in person to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, the statement must be notarized. Statements by a sworn law enforcement officer or professional or student employee of the University do not have to be notarized. Such statements may be considered by the hearing panel/conduct officer on the basis of their content and relevance.
   4. The testimony of a witness will be heard if the conduct officer deems that it is offered in good faith, bears upon the facts of the case, and is not merely cumulative, i.e. does not simply repeat prior statements. The written or oral testimony of two (2) character witnesses may be considered, but only for decisions of sanctions and cannot be used to draw conclusions about the responsibility of the respondent for the charge(s). Character witnesses are permitted to testify only if a finding of responsibility occurs.
   5. Information that is not from a firsthand source may be considered in the course of a hearing under certain conditions; the legal rules of hearsay evidence do not apply. The conduct officer will rule on whether such information is appropriate and may be admitted in the hearing.
   6. In some cases, the conduct officer may issue a notice to appear as indicated below. Such internal notices are not issued unless the expected statements would be clearly relevant, and will not be issued with the intent to embarrass or harass a potential witness.
      1. All University students are expected to comply with notices to appear. University students who, absent good cause, fail to respond to such notices are in violation of this Code. Third parties not subject to the Code who may be requested to appear in a Conduct Hearing are expected to make every effort to assist the conduct process. The unavailability of such third parties to a hearing procedure will be treated as set forth below.
      2. If the conduct officer determines that a fair hearing cannot be held without the testimony of a particular witness, and if after good faith attempts are made, the witness either fails to or refuses to appear, the hearing may be postponed until the witness agrees to appear or provide a written statement; or the charges may be dismissed, at the sole discretion of the conduct officer.
   7. In an effort to ensure that conduct hearings provide equal opportunity to the respondent and the complainant and so that the University will be prepared for the hearing, the following procedures apply:
      1. The parties must submit to the conduct officer a written list of the names of all witnesses they intend to present at the hearing and the expected subject matter of the witnesses’ statements no later than noon (12:00 p.m.) three (3) business days prior to the hearing date for approval by the conduct officer.
      2. The parties must submit to the conduct officer a written list of the written evidence they intend to present at the hearing no later than noon (12:00 p.m.) three (3) business days prior to the hearing date for approval by the conduct officer. The parties shall at the same time deliver one copy of all written evidence identified in their list.
      3. The parties may contact the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities after noon (12:00 p.m.) two (2) business days prior to the hearing to review the opposing party’s witness list, and to review all written evidence, as applicable.
      4. If, at the time of the hearing, either the complainant/Student Case Coordinator or the respondent/Student Conduct Advisor calls a witness or presents written evidence that was not previously identified, either party may challenge the admissibility of the witness testimony or written evidence. Such challenges will be reviewed by the conduct officer and affirmed or denied in their sole discretion.
   8. The following procedures apply to conduct hearings:
      1. The conduct officer will facilitate introductions of those present and will explain the hearing procedures to the parties.
      2. The respondent and the complainant will be given the opportunity to challenge a hearing panelist or conduct officer on the grounds of conflict with, bias about, or interest in, the case. It is at the conduct officer’s discretion to support or refuse the challenge, unless the conduct officer is the subject of the challenge, in which case an official within the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee shall be brought in to hear the challenge and make the final determination. If a challenge is granted and a hearing panelist or conduct officer is disqualified, then the hearing may be postponed as necessary at the discretion of the conduct officer/Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee.
      3. The conduct officer will state the charge(s) against the respondent.
      4. The complainant or Student Case Coordinator will be provided the opportunity to make an opening statement. This opening statement is limited to no more than five (5) minutes.
      5. The respondent or Student Conduct Advisor will be provided the opportunity to make an opening statement. This opening statement is limited to no more than five (5) minutes.
      6. The complainant/Student Case Coordinator will present evidence in support of the charge(s) and may also present written evidence and witnesses.
      7. The hearing panel/Conduct Officer will be provided access to copies of all written evidence submitted by the Student Case Coordinator.
      8. The hearing panel/Conduct Officer may directly question the complainant/Student Case Coordinator and witnesses. The respondent/Student Conduct Advisor has the right to question the complainant/Student Case Coordinator and the witnesses who appear. However, in cases involving allegations of sexual misconduct (rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment, etc.) or interpersonal violence (dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, etc.), the complainant and the respondent may not directly question one another. All questions, including those directed to any witnesses, must be asked through the Case Coordinator for the complainant and through the Student Conduct Advisor for the respondent. The complainant may be visually screened during questioning.
      9. The respondent may respond to the charge(s) and may present evidence in the form of written evidence or testimony of the respondent or other witnesses.
      10. The hearing panel/Conduct Officer will be provided access to copies of all written evidence submitted by the respondent.
      11. The hearing panel/Conduct Officer may then question the witnesses presented by the respondent and may also question the respondent. The complainant/Student Case Coordinator may then question the witnesses, including the respondent/Student Conduct Advisor.
      12. The complainant or Student Case Coordinator will be provided the opportunity to make a closing statement. This closing statement is limited to no more than five(5) minutes.
      13. The respondent or Student Conduct Advisor will be provided the opportunity to make a closing statement. This closing statement is limited to no more than five (5) minutes.
      14. The conduct officer will conclude the evidentiary portion of the hearing and begin deliberations.
      15. During conduct hearings, deliberations about responsibility of the respondent are conducted by the hearing panel/conduct officer in a closed session. Other parties are excused from the hearing room during this time. Once begun, the deliberations normally will continue until a decision as to responsibility has been reached. Recesses will be granted at the sole discretion of the conduct officer.
      16. The University will be responsible for preparing a transcript or other verbatim recording of all hearings conducted by hearing panels, but not conduct officers. The transcript or recording shall not include the deliberations of the hearing panel.
   9. All issues before hearing panels/conduct officers must be decided according to the preponderance of evidence standard (whether it is “more likely than not”). In finding responsibility of the respondent under this standard of proof, the hearing panel/conduct officer must be convinced, based solely upon the information presented in the course of the hearing, that the conduct alleged is more likely than not to have occurred.
   10. Except in those cases where the respondent has already Accepted Responsibility , hearing panels shall decide whether the respondent is “Responsible” or “Not Responsible” by simple majority vote of the panelists present. In the case of hearings before a conduct officer, the decision of the officer will determine whether the respondent is found “Responsible” or “Not Responsible” for the violation.
   11. The hearing will reconvene, and the parties will be advised of the decision on responsibility.
   12. In the event of a finding of “Responsible”, recommendations for sanctions shall then be heard from the Student Case Coordinator, the respondent/Student Conduct Advisor, and up to two (2) character witnesses. The conduct officer may introduce past student conduct records and/or precedent cases. Deliberations about sanctions are then conducted by the hearing panel/conduct officer in a closed session. Other parties are excused from the hearing room during this time.
   13. In assigning appropriate sanctions, the hearing panel/conduct officer may consider relevant precedents and the conduct history of the respondent. Consideration may also be given to aggravating or mitigating circumstances including but not limited to:
       1. intent to act in the manner described, regardless of motive;
       2. intent to violate the policy or regulation described;
       3. prior experience, age, and understanding;
       4. prior violations or related behavior;
       5. other personal circumstances that might have affected the respondent student at the time of the violation; and
       6. how the conduct violation impacted or potentially impacted or still has the potential to impact others.
   14. Repeated violations of the Code may result in the imposition of progressively more severe sanctions, although any sanction may be imposed as appropriate under the circumstances.
   15. If an appeal follows a student conduct review or hearing, all sanctions resulting from the review or hearing may be held in abeyance pending the outcome of the appeal at the sole discretion of the conduct officer.
   16. The hearing will reconvene, and the parties advised of the decision concerning sanctions.

At the conclusion of the conduct process, the conduct officer will provide verbal and written notification of the decision and sanctions to the respondent and, if applicable the complainant in cases involving sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence. The written notification shall include a description of the appeal rights, if any. In all cases, written notification of the decision and sanctions will be sent to the respondent’s UNCG email account.

1. A representative from the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities designated by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs will serve as the conduct officer.
2. All cases that may result in expulsion or suspension from the University shall be referred to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
3. In cases referred to hearing panels, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities will assemble a hearing panel which will normally consist of six trained persons: three (3) students, and three (3) members of the faculty/staff. Any case consisting of less than four (4) or more than six (6) panelists with students and faculty/staff equally represented must be approved by the Director or designee. Academic Integrity hearings consists of only students and faculty.
4. In cases of potential suspension or expulsion where a hearing panel cannot be convened, the hearing will proceed as a conduct officer hearing.
5. A panel will consist of ONLY faculty and staff in cases of alleged violations of Non-Title IX Sexual Harassment and the Title IX Policy.

The Office of Housing and Residence Life has designated conduct officers who may hear cases which will not result in separation or interim suspension from the University. Reviews of allegations in which the respondent pleads Responsible may be conducted in accordance with procedures described in this Code.

1. Office of Housing and Residence Life
   1. Violations of the student Housing Contract constitute violations of the Code and shall be processed as regular violations under the Code. The Director of Housing and Residence Life shall designate a staff member to serve as the conduct officer in such cases.
   2. Other minor offenses of this Code occurring in the residence halls will be subject to reviews by the Office of Housing and Residence Life and be resolved under policies as stated by each residential area.
   3. The Office of Housing and Residence Life has discretion to refer adjudication of any alleged violation to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
2. Student Groups/Organization
   1. The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities adjudicates all cases involving alleged violations by student groups/organizations of departmental and University policies and regulations following the processes as outlined in this Code.

The primary purpose of sanctions in the University setting is to provide incentive and opportunity for education and reflection of the student as well as due consideration of the needs of the larger University community. Sanctions define a student or student organization’s disciplinary standing with the University following a finding of “Responsible” for a violation.

Compelling factors that affect the severity of the sanction(s) may include, but are not limited to, the present demeanor and past conduct record of the student; the nature of the incident; the severity of any damage, injury, or harm resulting from the incident; and whether the incident was motivated by bias based upon a person’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Any one of the following sanctions or their combinations, or others, as appropriate, may be imposed at the discretion of the conduct officer/hearing panel:

1. Disciplinary Expulsion: Permanently separates the student from the University, unless at a later date the Chancellor concludes on the basis of the former student’s petition and any supportive documentation that he or she should be approved for reinstatement at UNC Greensboro. In addition, the student may not attend any of the other University of North Carolina institutions. The former student shall be banned from all University premises and University-sponsored activities and is subject to arrest for trespassing if found on any University premises or at a University-sponsored activity. The sanction of expulsion comes to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee as a recommendation that is not effective until approved. The student’s name will be included in the UNC System database for suspended/expelled students.
2. Permanent Suspension: Permanently separates the student from the University without an expectation that the student may eventually return. A student permanently suspended from the campus is not barred from seeking admission to another UNC system university, if that university wishes to permit such application following disclosure of the student’s disciplinary record at UNC Greensboro. Permanent suspension may only be imposed with the approval of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee and will remain in effect until the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee who imposed or approved the sanction or the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee’s successor concludes on the basis of the former student’s petition and any supportive documentation that the individual should be given a new opportunity to pursue higher education at UNC Greensboro.
3. Disciplinary Suspension: Separates the student from the University for a finite period, the terminal date of which coincides with the official ending of an academic semester or summer session. While suspended, the student shall not participate in any University-sponsored activity and will be trespassed from University premises, unless the student is granted permission by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Suspension may carry conditions that must be satisfied prior to future re-admission to the University and/or probationary conditions following re-enrollment. Students should contact the Office of Admissions to determine the re-enrollment process after the suspension period is complete. The student’s name will be included in the UNC System database for suspended/expelled students.
4. Deferred Disciplinary Suspension: Issued either for violations serious enough to warrant suspension, but where the specific circumstances of the case mitigate the offense or for repeated offenses of a less serious nature. A student on deferred disciplinary suspension cannot represent the university as an official delegate or representative, hold an office (elected or appointed) in university groups of any kind, or participate in university-sponsored travel or study abroad programs. Any further proven violations or failure to complete any assigned educational sanctions by the deadline(s) will result in suspension for the defined term of the Deferred Disciplinary Suspension in addition to the education sanctions imposed for the subsequent violation.
5. Disciplinary Probation: Permits continuation as a student at the University, but the student may be required to satisfy specified conditions or requirements and may be barred from holding any office or participating in any activity in which the student represents the University or University-recognized student organizations either within or outside the University community. The sanction of probation prohibits graduation until the period of probation has ended and the student has complied with all requirements as established by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Any further proven violations by the student under probation will likely result in the student’s suspension or expulsion from the University.
6. Disciplinary Warning: The warning period provides a time for the student to reflect upon the violation and to consider the responsibilities of a University citizen. A warning gives notice that any subsequent violation of the Code may result in more serious consequences because of the warning.
7. Removal from University Housing: Loss of the privilege of living in University Housing. Removal may be for a definite period of time not less than the remainder of the semester in which the removal is imposed or for an indefinite period of time. Students subject to housing removal may be trespassed from entering all University housing.
8. Administrative Room Change: A relocation to a different room within University Housing.
9. Restriction of Privileges: Limiting or removing privileges students receive while attending UNC Greensboro including, but not limited to: attendance at events, use of library, use of computer facilities, use of UNCG bookstore, parking, driving on campus, computer network access, participation in organized student or University groups or activities.
10. Parental Notification: Consistent with federal law, parents or legal guardians of dependent students under the age of 21 may be advised by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities of such misconduct involving alcohol or drugs when it results in a sanction of probation or separation from the University. This notification may occur once the appeal process is complete and the sanctions are final.
11. Additional Sanctions: The following educational sanctions may be given in addition to those listed above:
    1. restitution for loss, damage, or actual expenses incurred as a result of the student’s behavior;
    2. community service hours with a non-profit agency;
    3. reflection opportunities like, papers, research projects, informational interviews;
    4. drug testing at the student’s expense;
    5. No Contact Orders restricting contact with, or proximity to, other specified members of the University community;
    6. Trespass Orders for a definite or indefinite period of time prohibiting the student from being in or around specific areas of campus;
    7. counseling assessment, substance abuse assessment, anger management assessment, behavioral or educational programs or classes;
    8. cancellation of pre-registration, a Hold being placed on the student’s record, and/or preventing the awarding of a degree;
    9. any other sanction deemed appropriate by a conduct officer or hearing panel.
12. Sanctions for Student Groups/Organizations
    1. Disciplinary Expulsion: Separates the student group/organization with the University. Expulsion therefore is reserved for the most severe violations where the group/organization’s conduct has shown them to be unfit to continue or ever return as a member of the University Community and/or where their presence likelier than not constitutes a continuing danger to the physical safety or well-being of members of the University Community and/or property, which danger cannot be adequately mitigated through lesser sanctions such as suspension. The sanction of expulsion comes to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs as a recommendation that is not effective until approved.
    2. Disciplinary Suspension: Separates the student group/organization with the University for a finite period, the terminal date of which coincides with the official ending of an academic semester or summer session. Suspension is imposed when other sanctions are deemed ineffective to deal with the severity of the conduct committed and/or in cases of aggravated or repeated violations of the Code. Suspension is appropriate where the group/organization’s conduct has shown them to be unfit to continue as a member of the University Community for a set period of time and/or where it is believed that the group/organization will be fit to return if certain conditions are satisfied. Student groups/organizations should contact the Office of Campus Activities and Programs to determine the re-affiliation process after the suspension period is complete. Suspension for groups/organizations carries the immediate revocation or restriction of University Affiliation. In cases involving student groups/organizations that have been suspended, the group/organization will be placed on social probation for a minimum of one (1) year following the end of the suspension period.
    3. University Affiliation Revocation: The removal of University affiliation until such time, if ever, that the group/organization is able, in the discretion of the University, to meet stated conditions for reconsideration of affiliation. Affiliation revocation may be imposed upon any group, club, society, or organization. It is appropriate where the group/organization’s conduct has shown it to be unfit to continue as a member of the University Community for a set period of time and/or where it is believed that the group/organization will be fit to return if certain conditions are satisfied. This action carries a recommendation to any National/International Headquarters for charter revocation.
    4. Restriction of University Affiliation: The temporary restriction of University Affiliation. Typically, the minimum time period for restrictions will be no less than one (1) full academic semester. While under restriction the group may continue, but it may not seek or add members, it may not hold or sponsor events in the University community, and it may not enjoy any of the privileges removed as a result of the Social Probation described below.
    5. Social Probation: Imposed for a specific period of time but for not less than four (4) weeks of a regular academic semester. This action prohibits the group/organization from sponsoring or participating in any organized social activity, party, or function, including philanthropy events.
    6. Social Warning: An official reprimand. Any subsequent violation of the same nature by the group/organization within a period of two (2) years may result in suspension as a minimum penalty.
    7. Other: In addition to the above, any one or combination of the following may be concurrently imposed by a conduct officer or hearing panel provided the time period not exceed the term of the major sanction:
       1. Exclusion from intramural competition
       2. Restitution
       3. Denial of use of University facilities for meetings, etc.
       4. Recruitment Probation
       5. Task Assignment/Community Service

In cases where a hearing panel or conduct officer believes additional information is needed prior to decision or sanction, the respondent may be referred for assessment or evaluation by internal or external agencies for psychological or substance abuse concerns. In such cases, the hearing shall be deferred until such time as the requested assessment, evaluation and/or treatment is completed.

1. Psychological Evaluation/Counseling
   Requests for psychological evaluation may be made by a conduct officer or hearing panel through the conduct officer if, in their judgment, the behavior of the respondent, as shown by a preponderance of the evidence, is unexplained or appears beyond the actions of a reasonable person informed of policies of the University, or if the behavior of the respondent suggests a threat to the University community. Such consultation or evaluation is undertaken with the following conditions:
   1. Conduct action may involve prior consultation between the staff of the Counseling Center and the conduct officer concerning questions related to student conduct so long as such consultations are held in keeping with confidentiality protections of the student if the student is a client of the Counseling Center.
   2. Students presenting such behavior may be referred for assessment or other intervention in consultation with the Director or designee of the Counseling Center.
   3. Following adjudication and the imposition of sanctions, students suspended from the University as a result of such sanctions may be required by the conduct officer to submit evidence of psychological evaluation and recommendation as to their readiness to re-enroll at the University under existing conduct and academic conditions. Such evaluation shall be at the expense of the student and through agencies external to the University, subject to the approval of the conduct officer. The University retains the right to have a separate evaluation conducted at the University’s expense if the University desires a second opinion or has any concern about the documentation provided by an external entity.
   4. All primary documents related to psychological evaluation will be retained by the evaluative agency and, as such, do not become part of the student’s educational record under FERPA.
   5. Responsibility for violations of the Code is based on inappropriate behavior and will not be excused based upon any potential cause of such behavior including, but not limited to, the diagnosis of behavioral or psychological disabilities. However, such a diagnosis may be considered as a mitigating factor for purposes of the imposition of sanctions.
   6. A student suffering from a mental disorder who is the respondent of a Code violation may or may not be diverted from the disciplinary process unless, as a result of the mental disorder, the student lacks the capacity to respond to the charges. In such case, the student will be subject to the Student Involuntary Medical Withdrawal Policy.
2. Substance Abuse Assessment/Treatment
   Students found “Responsible” for any first or subsequent alcohol or other substance related violation which suggests a history of substance abuse or related behavioral problems with potential harm to others may, at the discretion of the hearing panel/conduct officer, be placed, at minimum, on disciplinary warning and be referred to an appropriate agency for an alcohol or other substance abuse screening, at the expense of the student, as follows:
   1. A student appearing before either a conduct officer or hearing panel who exhibits a possibility or history of substance abuse or behavioral problems may be referred to the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic or a licensed agency or therapist that is acceptable to the University for an assessment. The student shall be required to:
      1. complete a consent to share information from the office of the appropriate conduct officer;
      2. contact the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic to schedule an appointment;
      3. provide a written consent to the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic for the purpose of providing information concerning this screening to the conduct officer, and;
      4. complete the screening process with the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic in a timely manner as directed.
   2. A summary of treatment recommendations, based upon this evaluation, will be provided by the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic to the appropriate conduct officer, noting any recommendation for further evaluation or treatment.
   3. The hearing panel/conduct officer shall consider the findings of the hearing, past conduct record, and recommendation of the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic in deciding on sanctions appropriate to the behavior.
   4. Treatment of a diagnosed substance problem may constitute grounds for deferral of some conduct sanctions, pending successful resolution of the problem. Where further alcohol or other substance related assessment or treatment is indicated, the first referral shall be identified in consultation with the Nicholas A. Vacc Counseling and Consulting Clinic, a professional in the Counseling Center, or a physician in the Student Health Services for further assessment or long-term intervention. Other professional resources may be utilized at the discretion of the hearing panel/conduct officer and with appropriate information and consultation with other members of the University community. Costs of treatment programs are the responsibility of the student.
   5. All records concerning conduct actions under this procedure shall be maintained in the Dean of Students Office and the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. All student records shall be protected in accordance with the University’s FERPA Policy located at http://www.uncg.edu/reg/Policy/Ferpa.

1. Each student who has received a disciplinary sanction shall be notified in writing of their appeal rights. This notice must be given no later than the date the written decision is delivered, whether emailed or by hand. Only the student who has been found responsible for a violation under the Code may appeal, except as allowed in cases involving the adjudication of the Title IX Policy or Non-Title IX Sexual or Gender-Based Harassment, where the complainant also has the right to file an appeal.
2. Any disciplinary decision resulting in sanctions less than suspension, except where the respondent has waived their right to appeal, may be appealed to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs/Dean of Students or designee whose decision is final, and no further appeal of the decision is permitted.
3. Any disciplinary decision resulting in suspension, except where the respondent has waived his or her right to appeal, may be appealed to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs/Dean of Students or designee, whose decision is final, and no further appeal of the decision is permitted.
4. Expulsion decisions may be appealed to the Chancellor or designee, whose decision is final, and no further appeal of the decision is permitted.
5. Under the appeal rights set by the UNC Policy Manual and applicable at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, an appeal of a disciplinary decision, with the exception of the adjudication of the Title IX Policy, is limited to allegations that the decision violates due process rights or there has been a material deviation from the Minimum Substantive and Procedural Standards for Student Disciplinary Procedures, Section 700.4.1. of the UNC Policy Manual. Therefore, the appeal must allege a violation of
   1. Procedural Standards; and/or
   2. Substantive Standards.
6. On appeal, a respondent has the burden of showing that the disciplinary decision violates Procedural and/or Substantive Standards.
   1. Violation of Procedural Standards means that the respondent was not provided the required notice or an opportunity for a fair hearing due to specified procedural errors, or errors in interpretation of University policies or regulations, that were so substantial as to effectively deny the respondent a fair hearing. Reasonable deviations from the procedures set out in this regulation will not invalidate a decision or proceeding unless the respondent can show that, but for the deviation or error, there likely would have been a different outcome in the case.
   2. Violation of Substantive Standards means there is a lack of information in the record that could support the decision or sanction(s). This last ground for appeal does not mean the information presented at the hearing can be re-argued on appeal; rather, it requires a showing that no reasonable person could have determined the respondent was responsible or could have imposed the sanction that was issued.
7. Appeals may only be made on the following bases for the adjudication of the Title IX Policy. Appeal grounds previously mentioned in this section or Code DO NOT apply.
   1. Procedural irregularity that affected the outcome of the matter;
   2. New evidence that was not reasonably available at the time of the determination that could affect the outcome of the matter;
   3. The decision makers, Investigator or Title IX Coordinator had a conflict of interest or bias either generally for complainants or respondents, or specifically for a particular individual, such that it affected the outcome of the matter.
8. In all cases resulting in an appeal, the decision, the complete record of the proceeding (including documentary evidence and any recording or transcript of testimony), the appeal materials filed by the student, and any other relevant information, will be compiled by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities and delivered to the person designated to review the appeal.
9. Written notice of appeal must be submitted by the respondent or the complainant (when applicable) to the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities within three (3) business days of the date of written notification of the decision of the hearing panel or the conduct officer provided at the time of the decision. Failure to submit the appeal within this time limit will render the original decision final and conclusive. Appeals that fail to cite one or more criteria as listed in Section 17.5., or to allege facts supporting at least one of the above criteria, shall be dismissed without further action. When a student group/organization makes an appeal, that group’s/organization’s president or chief officer will be required to submit the notice of appeal.
10. The appeal must be submitted via the online available from the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. Appeals for the adjudication of the Title IX Policy must be submitted via the online Title IX Policy Notice of Appeal Form available from the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
11. The Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee will produce a written response to the student’s or organization’s appeal no less than five (5) business days after receipt of the appeal. The appeal response will be submitted to the official reviewing the appeal and made available for the student or organization to review upon request.
12. The imposition of sanctions will be deferred during the pendency of appellate proceedings. Where sanctions are deferred during the pendency of the appellate proceedings and the student’s appeal is ultimately unsuccessful, students may fail to receive grades or credit for courses or assignments already completed while awaiting a decision, or, in cases resulting in the sanction of suspension or expulsion, cause a student to pay back previously received financial aid for the semester completed.
13. Appeals will be decided on the record of the original proceedings. New hearings will not be conducted on appeal.
14. Following their review, the official reviewing the appeal may:
    1. Uphold the original decision;
    2. Overturn the original decision;
    3. Modify the sanction (s); or
    4. Remand for a new hearing. (In all remanded cases, the conduct officer may elect to dismiss the case rather than re-hear it).
15. A student group/organization aggrieved by a decision covered by this section of the Code may appeal to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee by giving written notice within three (3) business days after the decision of the hearing panel/conduct officer is announced. The decision of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee shall be final, and conclusive, and the sanction(s) will be imposed as directed.

1. Interim Suspensions
   If a student’s or organization’s actions/behavior pose a substantial and immediate threat of harm to the safety or well-being of an individual, members of the campus community, or the performance of normal UNCG functions, a student or student organization may be placed on interim suspension. Pending resolution of the incident, the student or organization may be denied access to the UNCG campus, UNCG campus facilities and/or all other UNCG activities or privileges for which the student or organization might otherwise be eligible, as UNCG determines appropriate. When interim suspension is imposed, UNCG will make reasonable efforts to complete the investigation and resolution within an expedited time frame. A student or organization placed on Interim Suspension who wishes to return to the UNCG campus may appeal the Interim Suspension by contacting the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee in writing within two (2) business days, detailing the basis for the appeal. Unless under unusual circumstances, the decision from the Vice Chancellor or designee will be communicated to the student or organization within three (3) business days from receipt of the written appeal. The purpose of reviewing the written appeal is to determine the following:
   1. The reliability of the information concerning the student’s or organization’s conduct, including the matter of the student’s or organization’s identity.
   2. Whether or not the student’s or organization’s conduct and surrounding circumstances reasonably indicate any or all of the following:
      1. engages, or threatens to engage, in behavior(s) which poses a danger of causing harm to others;
      2. exhibits behavior(s) that renders the student or organization unable to effectively function in residence areas and/or the University;
      3. exhibits disruptive behavior(s) that significantly interferes with the educational pursuits and/or living environment of others.
         Following the review of the Interim Suspension appeal, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee shall notify the student or organization, within three (3) business days, whether the Interim Suspension has been lifted, or will continue pending the outcome of a disciplinary proceeding. If it is alleged that a Student Code of Conduct violation has occurred, the student or organization will receive a written notice of the charge(s) from the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities outlining the allegations and noting the date and time of the scheduled disciplinary proceeding. The disciplinary proceeding will comply with the procedures outlined in this Student Code of Conduct.
         An Interim Suspension, in and of itself, does not become part of a student’s or organization’s permanent disciplinary record.
         Depending on the circumstances, an Interim Suspension may lead to the issuance of an Involuntary Medical Withdrawal for those students who are determined by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee, in consultation with the Counseling Center staff and/or the Behavioral Assessment Team, to require medical or psychological evaluation or intervention prior to returning to the University (see Student Involuntary Medical Withdrawal Policy).
2. Student Groups/Organizations
   Interim suspension mandates the immediate cessation of all organization activity including recruitment, meetings, social gatherings, programs, etc. This decision will be communicated to the President of the organization by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. The President of the organization may appeal the interim suspension by following the procedures outlined above.
3. Interim Removal from University Residence Halls
   In the event of serious allegations, a student may be removed from University Housing immediately, pending the outcome of the conduct process. Such removal will be imposed when, in the opinion of the Director of Housing and Residence Life or designee, the allegations against the student constitute such serious violations of the Code as to create a danger to the larger residential community. The conduct process will follow this interim removal as soon as practical. The student will be notified in writing by the Director of Housing and Residence Life or designated University Official of the interim removal from housing and the opportunity to appeal within a specified time period. The time period for such appeal will be no more than twenty-four (24) hours. A student wishing to oppose such removal will provide a written response or request a personal interview within the specified time to the Director of Housing and Residence Life. If the Director upholds the interim removal, the student may appeal the decision to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee by following the procedures outlined above.

1. Pursuant to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), conduct proceedings will be closed in order to protect education records and information from such records. Conduct proceedings are considered to be confidential and, therefore, are not to be divulged outside the hearing, subject to applicable policy and law. Violation of the confidentiality of a hearing is a violation of this Code.
2. Records generated by the hearing procedure are maintained in the Dean of Students Office and the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. These are considered part of the student’s educational record under FERPA. These records are accessible only to the student and others as provided by that Act and University policy. These records are also used to follow progress of students under assigned sanctions, including warning, probation, or for assessment/evaluation requirements. Such records are created and purged according to the Student Records Policy (FERPA at https://sa.uncg.edu/division-of-student-affairs/students/academic-resources/student-policy-handbook). Information about expulsion and Academic Integrity violations designated as permanent record are maintained permanently in the student’s conduct record.
3. Students who wish to contest information contained in the record, including a request for removal of information from the record, must address such requests in writing to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs or designee, who shall review the request and notify the student of any actions related to the contention or request pursuant to FERPA and University policy.
4. All transcripts or recordings of each panel hearings shall be preserved in accordance with the University’s Record Retention Policy. Following this period, the transcript or recording shall be destroyed. The transcript or electronic recording and any written record pertaining to the hearing process shall remain the property of the University and may be reviewed by the parties, by appointment. Reasonable conditions for this review will be established by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities or designee.

A respondent who is found responsible for a violation(s) of the Code, but who graduates from the University before imposition of a sanction, is subject to (a) revocation of any degree awarded; (b) temporary or permanent withholding of the transcript for any degree earned, regardless of whether the degree has been awarded; and/or (c) having sanction(s) imposed as a condition of re-enrollment at the University.

Degree Withdrawal or Revocation – A degree may be withdrawn or revoked when a student has graduated and an incident occurred before graduation in the following circumstances:

1. The student has a pending conduct hearing that was scheduled before or as the student graduated; or
2. At any time after the student has graduated or received a degree, the University becomes aware of an incident involving an alleged violation of this Code that occurred before the student graduated or received a degree from the University.

Revocation of Admission and/or Degree – Admission to the University or a degree awarded from the University may be revoked for fraud, misrepresentation, or other violation of University policy or for other serious viola

1. Affirm means to approve and uphold the determination or recommendation of a lower level decision-maker.
2. Affirmative Consent is informed (knowing), voluntary (freely given), active (not passive), meaning that, through the demonstration of clear words or actions, a person has indicated permission to engage in mutually agreed-upon sexual activity.
   
   Affirmative Consent cannot be gained by taking advantage of the incapacitation of another, where the person initiating sexual activity knew or reasonably should have known that the other was incapacitated.
   
   Incapacitation means that a person lacks the ability to make informed, rational judgments about whether or not to engage in sexual activity. A person who is incapacitated is:
   1. unable, temporarily or permanently, to give Affirmative Consent because of mental or physical helplessness, sleep, unconsciousness, or lack of awareness that sexual activity is taking place
   2. a person may be incapacitated as a result of the consumption of alcohol or other drugs, or due to a temporary or permanent physical or mental health condition.
      
   3. Affirmative Consent cannot be obtained by Force. Force includes, but is not limited to: (1) the use of physical violence, (2) threats, (3) intimidation, and/or (4) coercion.
      1. Physical violence means that a person is exerting control over another person through the use of physical force. Examples of physical violence include, but is not limited to, hitting, punching, slapping, kicking, restraining, choking, and brandishing or using any weapon.
      2. Threats are words or actions that would compel a reasonable person to engage in unwanted sexual activity. Examples include threats to harm a person physically, to reveal private information to harm a person’s reputation, or to cause a person academic or economic harm.
      3. Intimidation is an implied threat that menaces or causes reasonable fear in another person. A person’s size, alone, does not constitute intimidation; however, a person’s size may be used in a way that constitutes intimidation (e.g., blocking access to an exit).
      4. Coercion is the use of an unreasonable amount of pressure to gain sexual access. Coercion is more than an effort to persuade, entice, or attract another person to have sex. When a person makes clear a decision not to participate in a particular form of Prohibited Conduct, a decision to stop, or a decision not to go beyond a certain sexual interaction, continued pressure can be coercive. In evaluating whether coercion was used, the University may consider:
         • the frequency of the application of the pressure;
         • the intensity of the pressure;
         • the degree of isolation of the person being pressured;
         • the duration of the pressure;
         • MENTAL/ EMOTIONAL state of the person being pressured;
         • POWER/ OPPRESSION dynamic between two parties;
      5. The University offers the following guidance on Affirmative Consent and assessing incapacitation:
         • A person who wants to engage in a specific sexual activity is responsible for obtaining Affirmative Consent for that activity. Lack of protest does not constitute Affirmative Consent. Lack of resistance does not constitute Affirmative Consent. Silence and/or passivity also do not constitute Affirmative Consent. Relying solely on non-verbal communication before or during sexual activity can lead to misunderstanding and may result in a violation of this Policy. It is important not to make assumptions about whether a potential partner is consenting. In order to avoid confusion or ambiguity, participants must talk with one another before engaging in and during sexual activity. If confusion or ambiguity arises during sexual activity, participants must stop and clarify a mutual willingness to continue that activity.
         • Affirmative Consent to one form of sexual activity does not, by itself, constitute Affirmative Consent to any other form of sexual activity. For example, Affirmative Consent to oral-genital contact does not provide Affirmative Consent to vaginal or anal penetration. Affirmative Consent to sexual activity on a prior occasion does not constitute Affirmative Consent to future sexual activity. In cases of prior relationships, the manner and nature of prior communications between the parties and the context of the relationship may have a bearing on the presence of Affirmative Consent.
         • Affirmative Consent may be withdrawn at any time. An individual who seeks to withdraw Affirmative Consent must communicate, through clear words or actions, a decision to cease the sexual activity. However, partners are reminded that they must continually check in to ensure consent to each sexual act. Once Affirmative Consent is withdrawn, the sexual activity must cease immediately.
         • In evaluating Affirmative Consent in cases of alleged incapacitation, the University asks two questions:
           • Did the person initiating sexual activity know the other party was incapacitated? And if not,
           • Should a sober, reasonable person in the same situation have known the other party was incapacitated?
             
             If the answer to either of these questions is “YES,” Affirmative Consent was absent and the conduct is likely a violation of policy.
      6. Incapacitation is a state beyond drunkenness or intoxication. A person is not necessarily incapacitated merely as a result of drinking or using drugs. The impact of alcohol and other drugs varies from person to person.
         
         Expertise in assessing incapacitation is unnecessary, however, one must look for common and obvious warning signs showing a person may be incapacitated or approaching incapacitation. Although every individual may manifest signs of incapacitation differently, typical signs include slurred or incomprehensible speech, unsteady gait, combativeness, emotional volatility, vomiting, or incontinence. A person who is incapacitated may not be able to understand some or all of the following questions: “Do you know where you are?” “Do you know how you got here?” “Do you know what is happening?” “Do you know whom you are with?”
         
         One should be cautious before engaging in sexual activity when either party has been drinking alcohol or using other drugs. The introduction of alcohol or other drugs may create ambiguity for either party as to whether Affirmative Consent has been sought or given. If one has doubt about either party’s level of intoxication, forego all sexual activity.
         
         Being impaired by alcohol or other drugs is no defense to any alleged conduct violation.
         
3. Administrative Hearing Panels consists of no less than four (4) nor more than six (6) faculty and staff trained to adjudicate cases of sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence cases.
4. Case Coordinator refers to a student representative of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities who advises the complainant of the conduct process and will assist in the preparation and presentation of information to the conduct officer or hearing panel.
5. Chancellor is the Chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. The Chancellor may delegate the authority to perform any of the duties assigned to that official in this Code. All references to the Chancellor include any such designee.
6. Code is the UNCG Student Conduct Code of Conduct, unless specifically stated otherwise.
7. Complicity is any act taken with the purpose of aiding, facilitating, promoting or encouraging the commission of an act by another person.
8. Consumption is the ingesting of substances orally or by injection or inhalant devices.
9. Conduct Officer refers to an appointed University Official with the authority to adjudicate Student Conduct Conferences or to send cases to a Hearing Panel for resolution.
10. Dean of Students refers to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students. The Dean of Students may delegate the authority to perform any of the duties assigned to that official in this Code. All references to the Dean of Students include any such designee.
11. Director refers to the Assistant Dean of Students and Director of the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities unless otherwise specified.
12. FERPA is the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
13. Hearing means the resolution method involving a Hearing Panel, Administrative Hearing Panel, or Conduct Hearing Officer.
14. Good Conduct Standing refers to a student or organization in Good Conduct Standing with the University and is regarded as having no prior conduct violations imposed or has complied with all required educational sanctions and is no longer on warning, probation, suspension, or expulsion.
15. Intimate Partner Violence includes any act of violence or threatened act of violence that occurs between individuals who are involved or have been involved in a sexual, dating, spousal, domestic, or other intimate relationship.
16. Minor Violation means a case in which, based on the student’s prior record or facts and circumstances related to the case, the possible sanctions are other than Suspension or Expulsion.
17. No Contact Order refers to an order issued by an authorized University Official to any student(s) of the University community if, in their professional judgment, a member of the University or community feels threatened or unsafe in that individual’s presence. A No Contact Order includes the prohibition of direct or indirect contact with an individual. This includes, but is not limited to, phone calls, text messages, voice mails, e-mails, letters, instant messaging, social media including but not limited to: “Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,” verbal conversations or having others contact the individual, and messages transmitted via other individual, or being within 100 feet of the individual. These mandates apply to both involved parties. No Contact Orders are permanent until otherwise noted by the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, the Dean of Students Office, or the Title IX Office. Violation of the No Contact Order is a violation of Respect under the Code. If there are events which both parties must attend (i.e. study abroad orientation meetings), then it is the expectation that both parties stay as far away from each other as possible and do nothing to provoke each other. If individuals who have a dispute must be in each other’s presence (i.e. same class or residence hall) then decisions about how to mediate that situation will be made on a case by case basis. Failure to comply with a No Contact Order directive may result in suspension from the University.
18. Not Responsible means a student does not accept responsibility for conduct allegations and agrees to appear before a conduct officer or hearing panel for resolution. If there is a finding of Not Responsible, no further action will be taken. A finding of responsibility by the conduct officer or hearing panel will lead to sanctions.
19. Possession means having actual knowledge of a substance or property, consumption, and/or being in such close proximity to the substance or property that it is a reasonable presumption that one had knowledge of the substance or property. A student in the presence of a policy violation and who is not actively involved, has three choices: 1) leave the situation; 2) ask the student(s) to stop the behavior and/or take it out of the room; or 3) seek assistance from a University staff member.
20. Respondent means a student(s) or student group/organization alleged to have engaged in conduct that violates the Code.
21. Responsible is when, based on the preponderance of the evidence, a student or organization is found to have committed a violation of this Code.
22. Complainant means any person who submits a report alleging that a student and/or a student group/organization engaged in conduct that violates the Code.
23. Serious Violation means a case in which, based on the student’s prior record or facts and circumstances related to the case, the possible sanctions include suspension or expulsion.
24. Sexual Assault consists of Sexual Contact and/or Sexual Intercourse that occurs without Affirmative Consent.
25. Sexual Contact is any intentional sexual touching, however slight, with any object or body part (as described below), and performed by a person upon another person. Sexual Contact includes, but is not limited to:
    • intentional touching of the lips, chest area, buttocks, groin or genital area, whether clothed or unclothed, or intentionally touching another with any of these body parts; and/ or
    • making another touch you or themselves with or on any of these body parts.
26. Sexual Exploitation is purposely or knowingly doing any of the following:
    • Causing the incapacitation of another person (through alcohol, drugs, or any other means) for the purpose of compromising that person’s ability to give Affirmative Consent to sexual activity;
    • Allowing third parties to observe private sexual activity from a hidden location (e.g., closet) or through electronic means (e.g., Skype or streaming of images);
    • Engaging in voyeurism (e.g., watching private sexual activity without the consent of the participants or viewing another person’s intimate parts (including genitalia, groin, breasts chest area, or buttocks) in a place where that person would have a reasonable expectation of privacy);
    • Recording or photographing private sexual activity and/or a person’s intimate parts (including genitalia, groin, breasts chest area, or buttocks) without consent;
    • Disseminating or posting images of private sexual activity and/or a person’s intimate parts (including genitalia, groin, breasts chest area, or buttocks) without consent;
    • Prostituting another person; or
    • Exposing another person to a sexually transmitted infection without the other’s knowledge.
27. Sexual Intercourse is any penetration, however slight, with any object or body part (as described below), and performed by a person upon another person.
    • Sexual Intercourse includes penetration of any orifice:
      1. vaginal penetration by a penis, object, tongue, or finger; or
      2. anal penetration by a penis, object, tongue, or finger; or
      3. any contact, no matter how slight, between the mouth of one person and the genitalia of another person.
28. Sexual or Gender-Based Harassment
    Sexual Harassment is any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors, or other unwanted conduct of a sexual nature, whether verbal, non-verbal, graphic, physical, or otherwise, when the conditions outlined in (a) and/or (b), below, are present.Gender-Based Harassment includes harassment based on gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, which may include acts of aggression, intimidation, or hostility, whether verbal or non-verbal, graphic, physical, or otherwise, even if the acts do not involve conduct of a sexual nature, when the conditions outlined below, are present.
    • Submission to or rejection of such conduct is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of a person’s employment, academic standing, or participation in any University programs and/or activities or is used as the basis for University decisions affecting the individual (often referred to as “quid pro quo” harassment); or
    • Such conduct creates a Hostile Environment. A “Hostile Environment” exists when the conduct is sufficiently severe, persistent, or pervasive that it unreasonably interferes with, limits, or deprives an individual from participating in or benefitting from the University’s education or employment programs and/or activities. Conduct must be deemed severe, persistent, or pervasive from both a subjective and an objective perspective. In evaluating whether a hostile environment exists, the University will consider the totality of known circumstances, including, but not limited to: 
      • the frequency, nature and/or severity of the conduct;
      • whether the conduct was physically threatening;
      • the effect of the conduct on the Complainant’s mental or emotional state;
      • whether the conduct was directed at more than one person;
      • whether the conduct arose in the context of other discriminatory conduct;
      • whether the conduct unreasonably interfered with the Complainant’s educational or work performance and/or University programs or activities;
      • whether the conduct implicates concerns related to academic freedom or protected speech. The University, when regulating conduct of its faculty and staff, will interpret and apply these definitions in a manner that protects academic freedom and free speech rights.
    • A Hostile Environment can be created by persistent or pervasive conduct or by a single or isolated incident, if sufficiently severe. The more severe the conduct, the less need there is to show a repetitive series of incidents to prove a hostile environment, particularly if the conduct is physical. A single incident of Sexual Harassment, for example, may be sufficiently severe to constitute a hostile environment. In contrast, the perceived offensiveness of a single verbal or written expression, standing alone, is typically not sufficient to constitute a hostile environment.
29. Stalking occurs when a person engages in a course of conduct directed at a specific person under circumstances that would cause a reasonable person to fear bodily injury or to experience substantial emotional distress.
    • Course of conduct means two or more acts, including but not limited to acts in which a person directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, device, or means, follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or communicates to or about another person, or interferes with another person’s property.
    • Substantial emotional distress means significant mental suffering or anguish.
      Stalking includes “cyber-stalking,” a particular form of stalking in which a person uses electronic media, such as the internet, social networks, blogs, cell phones, texts, or other similar devices or forms of contact.
30. Standard of Evidence means the standard by which it is determined whether or not a violation of the Code has occurred. For the purposes of the conduct procedures, the standard of evidence requirement is a preponderance of the evidence (i.e., the evidence demonstrates that it is more likely than not that a violation has occurred).
31. Student means any person from the time the person submits an application for admission to UNCG up through the date of graduation. This includes, but is not limited to, applicants who have received an offer of admission to UNCG, new students at orientation, persons not currently enrolled but who are still seeking a degree from UNCG, and any other person enrolled in a credit earning course offered by UNCG. For purposes of exercising jurisdiction for University discipline, it also includes any person who has graduated from UNCG if the University determines that this person’s graduation or receipt of credit may have involved misconduct while the person was working toward a degree.
32. Hold means an indicator placed on the record of a suspended, expelled or student found responsible under this Code to be in non-compliance of directives by a university official, without reasonable cause for being in non-compliance. Holds prevent students from being able to do such things as register for classes or graduate.
33. Student Advisor refers to a student representative of the Student Government Attorney General’s Office who advises the respondent of the conduct process and is available to assist in the preparation and presentation of information to the conduct officer or hearing panel.
34. Student Organization/Group means a collection of persons associated with each other for a common purpose. This includes, but is not limited to, registered student organizations, fraternities and sororities, student media organizations, and club sports teams.
35. Support Person means a silent observer who may not have an active role in the conduct hearing.
36. Title IX Coordinator refers to the designated University official with ultimate oversight and responsibility for the University’s compliance with Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972, 20 U.S.C. § 1681 et seq. (“Title IX”) and the Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Act, part of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act of 2013 (“Campus SaVE”), as well as relevant supplemental guidance and regulations.
37. University means The University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
38. University Official means an employee of the University acting in the performance of their assigned duties, capacity, or authority. This includes any individual who is a student employee, faculty member, staff member, or other individual employed by or volunteering for the University.
39. University premises means buildings or grounds owned, leased, operated, controlled or managed by the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
40. Weapon means any object or substance used, attempted to be used, or capable of inflicting a wound, causing injury, or incapacitating and may include, but is not limited to: all firearms, pellet guns, paintball guns, tasers or stun guns, switchblade knives, bowie knives, chemicals such as “mace” or tear gas (if used in an illegal manner), any explosive agents, or any other object as defined in N.C. Gen. Stat. § 14-269.2.