10.2 Code of Conduct Procedures
- Informal Resolutions
When a violation occurs in an academic or research setting, faculty of record aim to address minor conduct issues informally when appropriate. Informal resolutions are designed to provide students with feedback and guidance to improve, rather than imposing punitive measures. For violations occurring outside of an academic or research setting, the Assistant Dean for Student Success will meet with a student when informal resolution is appropriate.
- Reporting Informal Resolutions: Faculty or administrators must report informal resolutions to a student’s faculty advisor. Repeated informal violations may result in formal action.
- Documentation: Informal resolutions will not be added to a student’s permanent academic file but will be recorded by the faculty advisor to track patterns of behavior.
- Formal Resolutions
Formal resolution is pursued when:
- A pattern of violations exists.
- The breach in conduct is severe.
Formal resolutions will follow the Academic and Disciplinary Action Policy and procedures outlined in the Code of Conduct. Formal resolutions will be heard by the PhD-RS Executive Committee or an appointed Academic Review Committee. For more information on the Academic Review Committee, please see the Disciplinary Actions section of this manual (10.4).
Sanctions
Sanctions for violations that are resolved through the formal resolution process will be in accordance with those outlined in the University’s Code of Conduct Policy. More information can be found in the Disciplinary Actions section of this manual.
C. Appeals
Students who believe that the procedures, facts, or policies have been misinterpreted or that Informal or Formal decisions were made arbitrarily may initiate an appeal after receiving an unfavorable response to their petition from the program (see SHRS Appeal Policy). If you wish to initiate an appeal, you will need to submit a request in writing to shrsdean@mghihp.edu within ten (10) business days of written notice of the program decision.