Definition - conduct which is disruptive of the rights of others. Offenses that occur in the classroom may result in temporary or permanent suspension from the class, pending the outcome of a hearing. Examples include but are not limited to: intentionally preventing others from listening or presenting their ideas in class; use of cell phones in classrooms or during campus events; excessive noise; public urination or defecation; horseplay, practical jokes, hiding from university officials, hall sports and general annoyances.
Sanctions
First Offense - normally, not less than official warning hours and possible disciplinary suspension; 15 campus restitution hours, educational program or project. Temporary or permanent suspension from a class may result when the offense occurs in a class or is class-related.
Second Offense - normally, not less than disciplinary probation and possible disciplinary suspension; educational program or project, 25 campus restitution hours. Temporary or permanent suspension from the class may result when the offense occurs in the class or is class-related.