B Student Organization Sanctions

The following are the common sanctions that may be imposed upon student groups organizations singly or in combination:

  • Warning: A formal statement that the conduct was unacceptable and a warning that further violation of any University policy, procedure, or directive will result in more severe sanctions/responsive actions.
  • Probation: An official sanction for violation of University policy, providing for more severe disciplinary sanctions if the group or organization is found in violation of any University policy, procedure, or directive within a specified period of time. Terms of the probation will be articulated and may include denial of specified social and event privileges, denial of University funds, ineligibility for honors and awards, restrictions on new member recruitment, no-contact orders, and/or other measures deemed appropriate.
  • Suspension: Termination of student group or organization recognition and/or University support for a defined period of time not to exceed two (2) years and/or until specific criteria are met. 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. Re-recognition is possible but not guaranteed and will only be considered after the end of the suspension period and based on meeting all re-recognition criteria and obtaining clearance from the University.
  • Expulsion: Permanent termination of student group or organization recognition and revocation of the privilege to congregate and conduct business on campus as an organization for any reason
  • Loss of Privileges: Restricted from accessing specific University privileges for a specified period of time
  • Other Actions: In addition to, or in place of, the above sanctions, the University may assign any other sanctions as deemed appropriate