Appeals

Appeals for Students

A student found responsible may request an appeal of the decision. Appeals of decisions shall be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Affairs, within five days of the date of notification of the decision.

Appeals are reviewed on the following grounds:

  • A procedural error occurred that significantly impacted the outcome of the hearing.
  • There is new or unavailable evidence that was not available during the original hearing or investigation that could have substantially impacted the original findings.
  • The sanctions imposed are substantially disproportionate to the severity of the violation.

Appeal decisions are final.

Appeals for Student Organizations

A student organization found responsible may request an appeal of the decision. Appeals of decisions shall be made in writing to the Executive Director of Student Involvement, unless the sanction is loss of University recognition, then appeals may be submitted to the Vice President for Student Affairs, within five days of the date of notification of the decision.

Appeals are reviewed on the following grounds:

  • A procedural error occurred that significantly impacted the outcome of the hearing.
  • There is new or unavailable evidence that was not available during the original hearing or investigation that could have substantially impacted the original findings.
  • The sanctions imposed are substantially disproportionate to the severity of the violation.

Appeal decisions are final.