Outcomes

An official written notification that the student has violated university policies and their behavior is counter to the expectations in the Code of Conduct. No other specific action is taken unless further misconduct occurs.

A student’s status is not in good standing with the university. A designated period for observation and review, not to exceed one (1) academic year or two (2) academic semesters, during which the student must demonstrate the willingness and ability to comply with university policies and stipulated requirements. Disciplinary Probation status may impact a student’s ability to participate in university activities or programs, hold positions with campus offices and/or organizations, or run for or hold certain campus-wide leadership positions. Failure to meet the conditions or terms of probation or further infraction of university policy, may result in more severe sanctions, including suspension or expulsion from the university.

Formal notice that the student is not in good standing with the Department of Residence Life and Housing. Housing probation is typically assigned in situations where behavior has been detrimental to the on-campus residential community for a designated period to allow residential students to reflect upon their actions and demonstrate the ability to abide by housing community standards and expectations. Additional residentially based violations of the Code of Conduct while on Housing Probation may impact a student’s eligibility to participate in the housing lottery process, residential sponsored programs or services, serve in leadership positions, or result in housing relocation or contract termination.

A designated period in which a student must demonstrate a willingness to comply with all policies and procedures. Failure to meet the conditions of deferment will result in an immediate revocation of housing privileges and access to residential facilities.

The student’s privilege to live in or visit any university residence hall is revoked indefinitely. The student is required to vacate university housing within 24 hours of notification of the action, though this deadline may be extended at the discretion of the Director of Student Conduct or designee. This sanction may be enforced with a trespass action if deemed necessary. Students found in violation of the terms of this sanction may also be arrested for trespassing. Conditions for readmission to university housing, if any, may be specified.

A student’s status is not in good standing with the university. A designated period for observation and review, not to exceed two (2) academic years or four (4) academic semesters, during which the student must demonstrate the willingness and ability to comply with university policies and stipulated requirements. Deferred Suspension status may impact a student’s ability to participate in university activities or programs, hold positions with campus offices and/or organizations, or run for or hold certain campus-wide leadership positions. Failure to meet the conditions or terms of deferment or further infraction of university policy shall result in more severe sanctions, namely suspension or expulsion from the university.

Separation from the university and all attendant privileges is terminated for a specific period not to exceed two (2) academic years or four (4) academic semesters. Conditions for readmission to the university may be contingent upon the satisfaction of specific conditions noted at the time of suspension. The student is required to vacate the campus within 24 hours of notification of the action, though this deadline may be extended upon application to, and at the discretion of, the Dean of Students or designee. During the suspension period, the student is banned from university property,  functions, events, and activities without prior written approval from the Director of Student Conduct. This sanction may be enforced with a trespass action as necessary. (This sanction will be noted as a Conduct Suspension on the student’s  official academic transcript.)

Termination of a student’s enrollment, including all attendant privileges, and permanent separation from the university. Conditions for readmission, if any, shall be stated in the written notice of expulsion. The student is required to vacate the campus within 24 hours of notification of the action, though this deadline may be extended upon application to, and at the discretion of, the Dean of Students or designee. The student is banned from university property, and the student’s presence at any university-sponsored activity or event is prohibited. This action may be enforced with a trespass action as necessary. (This sanction will be noted as a Conduct Expulsion on the student’s official academic transcript.)

An official notification to the student group or organization explaining that they have violated university policy and are at risk for deactivation, de-recognition, and/or loss of all privileges. Any further misconduct may result in more severe sanctions, including temporary or permanent deactivation from the university.

The student group or organization is deemed not in good conduct standing with the university. The duration of any probationary period will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Any further violations of university policy while on probation may result in more serious consequences being imposed. Some of the restrictions that may be placed on the student group or organization during the probationary period include, but are not limited to, ability to host a party or philanthropy event, eligibility to receive any university award or honorary recognition, participate in activities or events, represent the university and any travel in connection with such representation, participate in recruitment/intake or receive a new member class, maintain membership or representation of the organization on the governing council, utilize university facilities/grounds, participate in competitions, or receive future institutional funding. 
 

The student group or organization will be officially suspended from the university, but the suspension will be deferred, meaning that the student group or organization may continue to function at this time. Failure to meet the conditions or terms of deferment or further infraction of university policy, shall result in more severe sanctions, namely suspension or expulsion from the university.

The student group or organization is no longer recognized by the university for a designated period. During the suspension period, a student group or organization may not conduct any formal or informal business, or participate in university-related activities, whether they occur on or off campus. This includes, but is not limited to: ability to host a party or philanthropy event, eligibility to receive any university award or honorary recognition, participate in activities or events, represent the university and any travel in connection with such representation, participate in recruitment/intake or receive a new member class, maintain membership or representation of the organization on the governing council, utilize university facilities/grounds, participate in competitions, or receive future institutional funding.
 

The student group or organization will permanently lose its university recognition and/or registration and is ineligible to utilize university resources including facilities and financial support.

Interim Suspension may be implemented by the President or designee when the presence or alleged action of a student, student organization, or athletic team may pose an imminent threat to the safety of the campus community or any of its members, to preserve university property, the student, student organization, or athletic team poses a threat of disruption or interference with the normal operations of the university, or can reasonably be deemed to expose the campus community or any of its members to additional harm in a future context.

No Contact Orders are directives issued by the Dean of Students or designee or University Police or Title IX  Coordinator, prohibiting communication between or among designated students. No Contact Orders are issued when, in the judgment of the Dean of Students, there is reason to believe that an order would be in the best interest of all parties and the community for maintaining peace and safety. No Contact Orders prohibit all forms of communication between designated students, direct or indirect, written, electronic, or through a third party.

Authority

No Contact Orders differ from court-imposed restraining orders and do not guarantee that designated parties will avoid sightings or passing interactions on the campus or in the local community. In some circumstances, No-Contact Orders may restrict a student from parts of the campus except for required academic activities. Students who are concerned about personal safety should contact University Police or local police. Students who have questions about No Contact Orders may request a meeting to speak with the Dean of Students.

Policy Review of No Contact Orders

Both the reporting party and the accused shall, upon request and consistent with SUNY Oswego policies and procedures, be afforded a prompt review, reasonable under the circumstances, of the need for and terms of a no contact order, including potential modification, and shall be allowed to submit evidence in support of his or her request. SUNY Oswego may establish an appropriate schedule for the reporting party and the accused to access applicable buildings and property at a time when such buildings and property are not being accessed by the reporting individual. Modification to the terms of a No Contact Order is at the discretion of the Dean of Students. Involved parties requesting a review should contact the Dean of Students office by phone at (315) 312-5483 or via email at [email protected].