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Graduate School Procedures Regarding Violations of the Picketing Code

VII. Sanctions
a. In recommending a sanction, a hearing board must consider the student's circumstances and disciplinary record; the nature of the offense; and the severity of any damage, injury, or harm resulting therefrom. Progressive discipline (i.e. cumulative sanctions) shall be followed.

b. If the charge against the student is sustained, the Graduate Dean may impose one or more of the following sanctions:

1. Disciplinary Reprimand-The student is warned that further misconduct may result in more severe disciplinary action.

2. Disciplinary Probation-A specified period of time during which any further violation will receive careful scrutiny and may subject the student to suspension or expulsion.

3. Suspension-Separation of the student from the University system for a specified period of time, but not less than the remainder of the semester. Permanent notification may appear on the student's transcript. The student shall not participate in any University sponsored activity and may be barred from University premises. Suspension may be deferred when significant mitigating factors are present, provided, however, that if a student receives a disciplinary sanction of at least probation during this period for a further violation, the suspension shall take effect as of the date of the later sanction.

4. Expulsion-Permanent separation of the student from the University system. Notification will appear on the student's transcript. The student will also be barred from University premises.

5. Restitution-The student is required to make payment to the University or another for loss of or damage to property.

6. Other Sanctions-Other sanctions may be imposed instead of or in addition to these specified above, such as work requirements, restrictions upon privileges, etc.