Students have the right to a conference and/or hearing and the right to appeal a determination of the Student Code of Conduct violation.



Student Code of Conduct violation process

The Student Code of Conduct Violation Process is outlined in the Student Handbook.

  • Students who violate the Student Code of Conduct will be notified in an email from Student Success.
  • If the sanction is NOT suspension or expulsion, the student has a right to a conference. This will normally consist of an informal meeting between the student and a representative from Student Services. 
  • If the sanction IS suspension or expulsion, the student has a right to a hearing, which will normally consist of a formal meeting between the student and the designated representative of Student Success (see next section below).
  • Students may also accept responsibility for their actions and waive the right to a conference or a hearing. 


Student Code of Conduct hearing proceedings

NOTE: The information below is a brief overview of the Hearing process. For a more detailed explanation, please refer to the Student Code of Conduct. When information in this article conflicts with information in the Student Code of Conduct, the Student Code of Conduct is the point of truth.

  • Students who are subject to a Student Code of Conduct Hearing will receive advanced notification of the specific charges, the date, time, and location of the scheduled proceeding. This will be delivered to the student's HU email address.
  • Students will have the opportunity to review the case file and present evidence that bolsters their case such as additional and relevant information, witnesses, and relevant material pertaining to the incident.
  • Students may be accompanied by one advisor. 
  • Proceeding outcomes must be supported by a preponderance of evidence. Preponderance of evidence means that a greater weight of evidence supports the conclusion that a fact is true, or to establish that an event occurred. A preponderance of the evidence does not necessarily mean the greater amount of evidence, but rather the greater quality of evidence, making it more likely than not the matter in question is true. This standard of evidence is often called “50 percent plus a feather.”
  • The outcome of the hearing will be communicated to the student along with a notice of appeal (see next section below). This will be delivered to the student's HU email address.