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Campus and Community Expectations
The Student Code of Conduct represents the expectations
of student and organizational behavior at Valdosta State
University. When a student or organization becomes a part of
the university community, they are agreeing to abide by the
Code of Conduct. This code is based on the principles and
beliefs that students and or organizations are responsible
adult learners, capable of making informed decisions and
are accountable for their behavior and the consequences
of their decisions. Students and or an organization are
expected to conduct themselves in accordance with all rules
and regulations set forth by Valdosta State University.
The Valdosta State University Student Handbook’s Code
of Conduct contains Valdosta State University’s official
statement of the rights and responsibilities of students,
both as individuals and members of registered student
organizations. The Valdosta State University Student
Handbook’s Code of Conduct is also the official record of
all conduct rules affecting student organizations and group
activities, as well as student-oriented administrative policies
and procedures.
However, additional rules and regulations may be
developed, under established procedures, during the school
year as required for the general well being of Valdosta State
University. This statement and any additional rules and
regulations are binding on both the student and the Valdosta
State University administration.
The student and or organization is expected to follow
the rules, and the Valdosta State University is expected
to enforce them. Valdosta State University is expected to
acknowledge the student’s and or organization’s rights.
Unfamiliarity with the code is not a valid excuse for infractions
of the regulations. Knowledge of these regulations will help
the student and or an organization in exercising their rights
and avoid infringement on the same.
All students are members of the larger community of
the city, state, and nation and, as such, enjoy the rights
of citizenship. Valdosta State University cannot, however,
assume the role of a supervisor when students are involved
in private acitivities. Student status does not protect a
student from arrest and prosecution for violations of local,
state or federal laws.
Students accused of any violations of local, state, or
federal laws may be subject to the appropriate Valdosta
State University disciplinary proceedings for these violations
also. Pending civil or criminal matters shall not prevent
Valdosta State University in its discretion from initiating the
appropriate disciplinary action.
Reviewed Spring 2010