The following outcomes may be imposed for student misconduct at Rhodes:

1. Warning: This outcome will be used in cases in which the College determines that the appropriate lesson has been learned and conclude the matter with a formal letter of warning.
2. Disciplinary Probation: A written notification for violation of specified regulations. Probation is for a designated period of time and includes the probability of more severe disciplinary outcomes if the student is found to violate any institutional regulation(s) during the probationary period.  Students on disciplinary probation are considered not in good social standing with the College. Good Standing may be required for participation in certain campus activities. In addition, students not in good standing may have their conduct reviewed for leadership or employment positions on campus.
3. Loss of Privileges: a temporary or permanent restriction of a student’s access to certain rights, activities, or resources within the College community.  This includes, but is not limited to: loss of guest privileges in the residence halls, restricted access to common areas and/or campus spaces, revocation of parking/driving privileges on campus, ineligibility to participate in or college-sponsored events or programs, restriction from holding leadership roles, etc.
4. Fines: Previously established and published fines may be imposed.
5. Restitution: Compensation for loss, damage, or injury. This may take the form of appropriate service and/or monetary or material replacement.
6. Discretionary Outcomes: Work assignments, service to the college, education, referral to counseling, or other related discretionary assignments (such assignments must have the approval of the OCS Administrator or their designee).
7. No Contact: a preventative measure when alleged violation(s) of the Standards of Conduct are reported.  At the discretion of the Director of Community Standards, or their designee, a NCO can be issued as a means of informal resolution. The NCO will usually state that the individual may have been involved in a situation where a violation of College policy occurred and prohibiting the individual from contacting another student(s).
8. Residence Hall Suspension: Separation of the student from the residence halls for a definite period of time, after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be specified.
9. Residence Hall Expulsion: Permanent separation of a student’s privilege to live in or access any on-campus residential facility.
10. College Suspension: Separation of the student from Rhodes College for a definite period of time, after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be specified.   A student placed on suspension from the College as a result of a conduct outcome is not permitted on campus without permission from the Office of Community Standards, or their designee.
11. College Expulsion: Indefinite separation of the student from Rhodes College. A student expelled from the College is permanently prohibited from being present on campus; no special requests for returning to campus will be considered.  

 More than one of the outcomes listed above may be imposed for any single violation. 

Policy Statement 

The College is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. To uphold academic integrity and community standards, the College may impose disciplinary suspension as a consequence for serious violations of the Standards of Conduct, Honor Code, criminal behavior, or other significant breaches of institutional policies.   

Scope of Policy 

This policy applies to all students enrolled at the College. 

The policy applies to conduct occurring both on and off campus when such conduct adversely affects the College community or its reputation. It does not apply to academic suspensions related to poor academic performance, which are governed by separate academic policies. 

Definition 

Disciplinary Suspension is a temporary, involuntary separation of a student from the College as a result of a significant violation of institutional policies or the Standards of Conduct, Honor Code, criminal behavior, or other significant breaches of institutional policies. 

During the suspension period, the student is prohibited from attending classes, accessing campus facilities, participating in College-sponsored activities, and utilizing College services. The duration of the suspension is determined based on the severity of the misconduct and may range from one academic term to multiple terms. 

Reinstatement following a disciplinary suspension may be contingent upon the fulfillment of specific conditions outlined in the suspension notice, such as completion of educational sanctions, counseling, or a formal review process. A disciplinary suspension is recorded on the student’s disciplinary record and may be noted on the academic transcript in accordance with institutional policy.

Procedures: 

• The student will receive a formal written notice from the College detailing the reason(s) for suspension. 
• The student has the right to appeal the disciplinary suspension within a specified timeframe through the appropriate appeals process through the Office of Community Standards.  For more information about appeal procedures, click here.   
• If the appeal is denied, the suspension is final and takes immediate effect. 

Academic Impact 

• The student’s enrollment in all courses will be immediately withdrawn. 
• Any grades for ongoing courses will be recorded as “W” (Withdrawal). 
• Depending on the timing of the suspension and institutional policy.   

Financial Impact 

• Tuition and fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in the college’s refund policy. 
• Any outstanding balances owed to the college must be paid in full. 
• The student may lose eligibility for financial aid, scholarships, and grants, which may require repayment based on the terms of financial aid agreements. 
• Housing and meal plan fees will not be refunded. 

Returning Campus Resources/Revocation of Campus Access 

• The student must return all college property, including but not limited to: Rhodes ID card, fob, parking decal, and room key (if the student is a residential student) 
• Failure to return college property may result in financial holds or additional penalties. 
• A student suspended from the College because of a conduct outcome is not permitted on campus at any time; this includes, but is not limited to, participation in college-sponsored events (on/off campus). 

Removal from Residence Halls 

• The student must vacate college housing immediately upon suspension. 
• The student will not be permitted to store personal belongings on campus. 

Removal from Registered Student Organizations 

• The student can no longer hold membership in Rhodes College affinity groups, college-affiliated clubs, sports teams, and registered student organizations. 
• This includes all events on/off campus sponsored by organizations or groups.   
• Any leadership positions held within such organizations will be forfeited. 
• The student will not be eligible to participate in college-sponsored extracurricular activities during the period of the suspension. 

Transferring/Transcript Requests 

• No credit may be transferred for work done at another institution during the period of academic suspension. 
• The student’s enrollment in all future term courses will be dropped. 
• Transcript will indicate “Suspended” from the College. 
• Academic records may be shared with other institutions if required or requested. 
• Disciplinary Suspension may impact future academic or professional opportunities, including transfer applications and background checks.  For more information, refer to the Disciplinary Conduct Verification Policy.   

Return to Rhodes and Class Registration 

• To return to Rhodes, the student must submit written notification of their intent to return. This notification should be sent to the Office of Community Standards, or their designee, by October 1st for a Spring Semester or March 1st for a Fall Semester return. 
• If there are pending outcomes to be completed, they must submit a written notification of their intent to return and documentation substantiating the completion of outcomes. The Office of Community Standards, or their designee, will review those, and an approval decision to return will be returned to the student.  
• The student may apply for reinstatement following the completion of the suspension period. 
• Upon return, the student may be subject to probationary status and additional behavioral conditions. 

Policy Statement  

The College is committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. To uphold academic integrity and community standards, the College may impose disciplinary expulsion as a consequence for serious violations of the Standards of Conduct, Honor Code, criminal behavior, or other significant breaches of institutional policies.  

Expulsion from Rhodes College is  results in the permanent termination of a student’s enrollment.  

Scope of Policy 

This policy applies to all students enrolled at the College.  

The policy applies to conduct occurring both on and off campus when such conduct adversely affects the College community or its reputation. It does not apply to academic suspensions related to poor academic performance, which are governed by separate academic policies. 

Definition

Disciplinary Expulsion is the most severe disciplinary outcome and permanent separation of a student from a college as a result of a serious violation of the Standards of Conduct, Honor Code, criminal behavior, or other significant breaches of institutional policies.   

Expulsion terminates the student’s enrollment and typically prohibits future readmission. It is the most severe institutional sanction and is imposed following a formal conduct process that affords the student appropriate procedural protections.  

Procedures

• The student will receive a formal written notice from the College detailing the reason(s) for expulsion. 
• The student has the right to appeal the decision within a specified timeframe through the appropriate college appeals process. 
• If the appeal is denied, the expulsion is final and takes immediate effect. 

 Academic Impact 

• The student’s enrollment in all courses will be immediately withdrawn. 
• Any grades for ongoing courses will be recorded as “W” (Withdrawal) or “F” (Fail), depending on the timing of the expulsion and institutional policy. 
• The student will be ineligible to reapply for admission in the future. 
• Transcripts will indicate “Dismissed” from the College. 

Financial Impact 

• Tuition and fees are non-refundable unless otherwise stated in the college’s refund policy. 
• Any outstanding balances owed to the college must be paid in full. 
• The student may lose eligibility for financial aid, scholarships, and grants, which may require repayment based on the terms of financial aid agreements. 
• Housing and meal plan fees will not be refunded. 

Returning Campus Resources/Revocation of Campus Access 

• The student must return all college property, including but not limited to: Rhodes ID card, fob, parking decal, and room key (if the student is a residential student) 
• Failure to return college property may result in financial holds or additional penalties. 
• A student expelled from the College because of a conduct outcome is not permitted on campus at any time; this includes, but is not limited to, college-sponsored events (on/off campus). 

Removal from Residence Halls 

• The student must vacate college housing immediately upon expulsion. 
• The student will not be permitted to store personal belongings on campus.  
• The student is prohibited from re-entering residence halls after expulsion. 

Removal from Clubs and Organizations 

• The student will be immediately removed from all college-affiliated clubs, sports teams, and organizations. 
• Any leadership positions held within such organizations will be forfeited. 
• The student will no longer be eligible to participate in future college-sponsored extracurricular activities. 

Transferring/Transcript Requests 

• Academic records may be shared with other institutions if required or requested. 
• Expulsion may impact future academic or professional opportunities, including transfer applications and background checks.  For more information, refer to the Disciplinary Conduct Verification Policy.