Code of Student Rights, Responsibilities and Disciplinary Procedures
4. Official University Sanctions
4.1 Sanctions. Sanctions which may be imposed for violation of University regulations include the following:
4.1.1 Reprimand. A written reprimand, including the possibility of more severe disciplinary sanctions in the event of the finding of a subsequent violation of University regulations within a stated period of time.
4.1.2 University or Community Service. Required work or other service to be provided to the University or other organization within a specified time. The person or body imposing this sanction may impose another allowed sanction as an alternative if the specified service is not completed within the time stipulated, and may impose additional sanctions.
4.1.3 Restitution. Reimbursement for defacement, damage to, or misappropriation of property. The person or body imposing this sanction may impose another allowed sanction as an alternative if restitution is not made within the time specified and may impose additional sanctions.
4.1.4 Fines. A fine not to exceed $1,000 may be levied. Failure to pay a fine in the time limit prescribed results in further disciplinary action.
4.1.5 Removal from University Housing. Cancellation of contract and requirement to vacate university housing within a specified period of time.
4.1.6 Campus Restrictions. Limitations on the times and/or places where a student may be present on campus.
4.1.7 Educational Programs. Participation in educational programs, i.e., workshops, seminars, or other educational activities may be required. The person or body imposing this sanction may impose another allowed sanction as an alternative if the specified program is not completed within the time stipulated and may impose additional sanctions.
4.1.8 Revocation of the Privilege of being a Registered Student Organization.
4.1.9 Disciplinary Probation. Subjection to a period of critical examination and evaluation of behavior. In addition to any of the sanctions set forth above, the student or organization may be placed on probation for a stated period. Placement on probation may include additional restrictions or requirements, not limited to the following:
a) Withdrawing the privilege of campus registration of a motor vehicle,
b) Withdrawing the privilege of membership in a campus organization,
c) Withdrawing the privilege of holding office in a campus organization,
d) Withdrawing the privilege of representing the University in any inter-University event
e) Requirement to complete a specified number of credit hours with a specific grade point average during the current or subsequent academic session.
f) Requirement to complete coursework related to the violation.
g) Withdrawing the privilege of using computing resources.
A condition of probation may be automatic suspension or dismissal upon a finding of fact (under procedures set forth in Article 5 herein) that a violation of a condition of probation or any other violation did occur.
4.1.10 Suspension/Dismissal from an Academic Program. Exclusion from an academic program as set forth in the notice for a definite or indefinite period of time.
4.1.11 Suspension. Exclusion from classes and other privileges or activities as set forth in the notice for a definite period of time. Suspension may include exclusion from the campus and property belonging to the University for a stated period of time.
4.1.12 Dismissal. Permanent termination of student status.
4.2 Additional Sanctions
Sanctions in addition to those listed in Article 4.1 may be established by the University.
4.3 Temporary Suspension
The University reserves the right to suspend a student, summarily and without notice, if in the judgment of the President of the University or the President's representative a student's presence would constitute a continuing danger to the person himself/herself, other persons, or property, or the operation of the University would be seriously impaired. In the case of temporary suspension, the student will be given written notice of the charges against him or her and a hearing before a Hearing Officer will be held within three (3) business days. The hearing will be conducted according to procedures outlined in section 5.2.3 of this document.
4.4 Automatic Sanctions for Grave Offenses
Certain grave offenses require that the sanctions be stipulated in advance and imposed automatically. The following shall be breaches of the student conduct regulations for which the minimum sanction of suspension is mandatory.
4.4.1 Bomb threat or knowingly false bomb warning.
4.4.2 Willful destruction of property worth more than $1,000.
4.4.3 Willful disruption of scheduled University activities.
4.4.4 Violence against persons which results in bodily injury requiring substantial medical treatment.
4.4.5 Violence against persons which constitutes sexual assault.
4.4.6 Administering or causing to be administered to any person unknowingly or against the person's will any "Controlled Substance" as defined in the Controlled Substances Act of 1971, as amended.
4.4.7 Sale or distribution of, or aiding or assisting in the sale or distribution of, any "Controlled Substance" as defined in the Controlled Substances Act of 1971, as amended.
4.4.8 Possession of a firearm or any other dangerous weapon as described in Section 3.2.14.
4.4.9 Participation in a riot or civil disorder as described in Section 3.2.20 or 3.2.22.
4.4.10 Urging other persons to commit unlawful acts during a riot or civil disorder, as described in 3.2.21.
4.4.11 Being present at a riot or civil disorder after an order has been given to disperse.
4.4.12 Violations of Sections 3.2.7 (Threat/Endangerment/Assault/Sexual Assault) or 3.2.9 (Property Damage) during a riot or civil disorder.
4.4.13 Violation of the terms of any injunction regulating conduct in Isabella County or the terms of the Mt. Pleasant Nuisance Party Ordinance during and as a part of a riot or civil disorder.