It is Recruitment Season! The Office of Student Conduct would like to offer a warm welcome to all our new and returning students. We are so excited to have students back on campus. As the fall semester kicks off, so does recruitment season. This is a perfect time for students to get involved, meet new people, and dive into activities that align with their interests. Whether you … [Read more...] about Hazing 101
It’s Black History Month, and the Office of Student Conduct would like to spotlight the case of Dixon v. Alabama State Board of Education (1961) and honor the people of color who transformed student conduct policies in the United States, laying the foundation for modern procedural due process at colleges and universities. In 1961, several black students were expelled from … [Read more...] about Dixon v. Alabama State Board of Education (1961)
Happy November Bears! I know that this time of year can be stressful for many students. The end of the semester often means due dates are approaching leaving students feeling overwhelmed, and anxious. Here are some tips to lose the end of semester blues. Don’t Procrastinate: Procrastinating only increases the amount of stress you will feel later. Try and get … [Read more...] about Mental Health and Healthy Coping Mechanisms
Whether it’s a club, a fraternity, a sorority, athletics, or volunteering, there are so many ways to engage in our campus community. Extracurricular activities allow students to build their resumes, make meaningful connections, serve in leadership positions, and step out of their comfort zone. Hazing transforms what should have been a positive experience into a dangerous and … [Read more...] about Hazing Prevention
The Office of Student Conduct is thrilled to have all of you back on campus. With all the excitement of arriving or returning to campus, it's important to be prepared. Alcohol and drug use are often depicted in the media as a vital part of college culture. In reality only 49% of college students aged 18-22 report consuming any alcohol in the past month (NSDUH, 2022). Whether … [Read more...] about Welcome Back Bears!