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The University College Student Code of Conduct outlines the key principles of behaviour and conduct that are expected, and the general rights and responsibilities that apply to all community members.
The College recognises a general responsibility to ensure that our community functions as a safe and respectful residential and educational space and workplace.
The Student Code of Conduct should be read in conjunction with this University College Student Handbook, the University College Terms of Agreement (within your contract), and other University College and Intercollegiate Policies.
Together these documents categorise and provide detailed descriptions of community members’ behavioural expectations and agreements of residency. They also set out examples of breaches, the processes applicable to complaints, as well as the range of possible consequences and courses of action available.
Please note: The SAFE Sexual Misconduct and the SAFE Discrimination, Bullying and Victimisation Policies and Procedures have been designed to specifically address concerns around sexual misconduct, discrimination, bullying and victimisation.
The key principles that apply to community members are as follows:
The key principles that apply to community members are as follows:
We treat others and ourselves with respect and kindness
We act with honesty and integrity
We take responsibility for our own actions
We value and celebrate difference and diversity
We care for our community
We value and maintain a safe place to live and work
We identify conflicts of interest and manage them responsibly
We respect and maintain privacy and confidentiality
We act in the College’s best interests and value the College’s reputation
We comply with and abide by this Code of Conduct, the law and University College’s policies and procedures and report breaches of these to the appropriate authority.
Rights
Rights
Freedom of speech
Have one’s belongings and property respected while living in a well maintained environment
Be treated with respect, dignity and courtesy
Study and live in a safe environment
Be free to decide one’s own behaviour providing it does not hurt others or their property
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Allow others the freedom of speech
Take care of the belongings and property of others, including the buildings, grounds, goods and possessions of the College
Treat others with respect, dignity and courtesy
Study and live cooperatively and do nothing to jeopardise the safety, wellbeing or success of others
Be accountable for one’s own behaviour
Students are expected to maintain the highest standards of honesty, integrity and mutual respect in all dealings with the College and its community members, and to behave in accordance with both College and Intercollegiate guidelines for behaviour, as well as community standards.
The Head of College, Dean of Students, Dean of Studies, Resident Tutors, Youth Workers and Student Club Executive work together to ensure the effective implementation of the various levels of the Code of Conduct.
On enrolling in College, students sign an agreement indicating they will abide by the College’s Student Code of Conduct and expectations of student behaviour.
Conflict resolution
Conflict resolution
Residents are encouraged to resolve minor issues and tensions directly through open, respectful and informal communication with relevant people; this is often the most effective way of dealing with concerns that can occur in community living.
In the event that a resident feels a query has not been resolved quickly via this method, your concerns should be brought to the attention of either the Dean of Students or Dean of Studies or, if necessary, the Head of College. The Dean of Students is responsible for matters of student discipline.
At times, the Dean of Students and Dean of Studies may refer a general matter to the Student Executive or call a meeting between appropriate student/s, staff and/or Student Executive. It is very rare that any community problems cannot be resolved at these levels. Ordinarily the Head will not be involved at these levels unless the matter concerned proves to be a serious matter of discipline or College policy.
University College operates on a policy of ‘open government’ and as such, petitions have no place in resolving problems as the gathering of names adds no weight to substantial argument. Similarly, anonymous letters or offensive comments in news-sheets, on notice boards or social media, are considered unnecessary and unacceptable. These kinds of protests indicate that the authors are not motivated to resolve the problem but are intent on causing disruption within the community. This also may indicate that a student’s values do not align with the College and therefore the residency of the student/s involved may be subject to review.
Breaches of Code of Conduct
Breaches of Code of Conduct
Students who breach these guidelines should expect penalties to be imposed by the College. The College treats all breaches of the Code seriously but also recognises that breaches and behaviours may be considered on a case by case basis, and on a scale from minor to very serious.
Whilst the College, in most circumstances, will seek the input of community members, the College reserves the right to make the final decision when determining the nature of the process applied to breaches and resultant consequences.
The Dean of Students has primary responsibility for the maintenance of good order in the College. Breaches of discipline will be referred to the Dean of Students in the first instance for investigation and resolution (unless deemed impractical or inappropriate to do so).
Where appropriate and necessary, the Dean of Students will consult with the Head of College, Dean of Studies and more widely with the Student Club Executive, Resident Tutors, Youth Workers and other key stakeholders regarding the situation. Based on recommendations, the Head of College will then determine appropriate discipline penalties.
Consequential action
Consequential action
Forms of consequential action for inappropriate behaviour may include but are not limited to: damages costs, fines, suspension from privileges, unpaid community service, behavioural probation, suspension or expulsion from the College.
Consequential action may be more severe for repeat offenders and those who do not voluntarily come forward but are subsequently found to have offended:
Incident documented in duty log which may lead to discussion with the Dean of Students and, in some cases, The Head of College, the Student Club President or other nominated member of the Student Executive
Formal warning (which may be written). This may also require the person or persons paying liquidated damages to the College
Behavioural contract and probation
Code of Conduct Committee may be convened to determine appropriate consequences
Suspension from College
Permanent departure from College
Please note: A student on behavioural probation will not be eligible for a position on the Student Executive or the O-Week Committee.
Serious breaches of the Code of Conduct may be referred to the Head of College. In some circumstances, the Head of College may elect to take immediate action. University College may terminate that student’s residency with immediate effect on the provision of written notice to the student by the College.
Please refer to clause 13 of the University College Terms of Agreement (in your contract).
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