The conduct process is educational in nature and centered around student development. Student Conduct & Community Standards (SCCS) staff take a restorative and empathetic approach to their work and believe in the philosophy of “doing the next right thing” after a mistake has been made. Although SCCS can issue disciplinary outcomes, most allegations of misconduct are resolved through an educational and developmental approach. The conduct process is designed to promote learning and development as it relates to appropriate decision making for members of the Volunteer community.

Mission

SCCS develops student integrity and accountability through an educational, consistent, and equitable conduct process.

Vision

SCCS aspires to provide educational opportunities for self-growth and reflection to ensure that each student graduates ready to contribute to society as an ethical and law-abiding citizen.

Values

The values of SCCS are: maintaining a safe learning environment; requiring students to conduct themselves in ways that allow for their personal growth and development as well as others, in the most positive manner possible; protecting the rights and privileges of all members of the university community; providing a basis for orderly conduct of the affairs of the university; promoting a positive relationship between the university and its surrounding community; preserving the university’s reputation and property; encouraging students to engage in conduct that brings credit to themselves and the university; and ensuring that each student who matriculates at the university graduates ready to contribute to society as an ethical and law-abiding citizen.