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Visitors Code of Conduct Investigation and Disciplinary College Dean/s, and two students representing
All visitors, contractors, and suppliers are required to abide Process : the Student Councils.
by the No Smoking Policy. Security Officers are expected to 5.1 Case Resolution Pathways: The University employs
inform students or visitors of the no multiple pathways to address conduct violations, ensuring 5.3.3 Hearing: Concerned students referred to disciplinary committee have the right to attend a disciplinary committee
smoking policy. However, they are not expected to enter a proportionate and educational response. meeting (if they committee asks for their attendance) for giving their statement or defend themselves and must leave after
they finish.
into any confrontation which may put their safety at risk. 5.1.1 Informal Resolution: For some of minor incidents
Vehicles (typically Level 1 as defined in point 6.0 below), this may 5.3.4 Sanctions: The University Disciplinary Committee discusses the findings of any case and must agree (by majority vote)
on the sanctions to be imposed.
involve a conversation or issue without formal disciplinary
Smoking is not permitted in University vehicles or any other action. The Code of Conduct Officer or Head of Student The Committee has the right to apply any sanction listed in the sanction matrix or associated violation types. The Committee
vehicles being used on University business. Support Office may dismiss the case at this stage. may also are suspended during an ongoing semester, or expelled from the University, receive a grade of “W” in the such
5.1.2 Mediation: In cases of interpersonal conflict, and cases, the student will not be eligible for any refund of tuition or fees for the dropped course(s).
Drugs where all parties voluntarily agree, a facilitated mediation 5.3.5 Documentation and Minutes: The Head of Student Support is responsible for maintaining the minutes of the University
Abu Dhabi University prohibits the unlawful manufacture, process may be used to seek a mutually acceptable Disciplinary must be shared with concerned committee members only. Concerned students (subject to investigation or
distribution, dispensation, sale, possession or use of any resolution. Participation is voluntary and does not preclude Committee penalty) cannot see the minutes of the meeting.
drug by any of its students, employees in its a formal disciplinary process. The Head of Student Support
Office nominates a full-time staff or faculty mediator who 5.3.6 Communication: The Student Support Office informs the concerned student about the decision made by the
workplace, on its premises or as part of any of its activities. is agreed upon by concerned parties. Case can be either University Disciplinary Committee in writing through email.
This policy is intended to supplement and not limit the closed or escalated to normal conduct process based on
provisions of any other related policies. the mediation outcome.
Types of Sanctions and Authority Matrix
For this policy, the term “drug” includes: 5.1.3 Formal Disciplinary Process: Used for more serious
violations or when informal resolution is not suitable, Sanctions are categorized by level of seriousness and are cumulative in nature. In line with the University’s educational
Controlled substances, as defined in UAE laws, which leading to the assignment of formal sanctions. values, restorative or educational measures such as counseling sessions, or community service hours may be assigned in
cannot be legally obtained conjunction with any sanction to promote learning and personal growth.
5.2 Notification and Information Gathering:
Legally obtainable controlled substances which were not
legally obtained, including: 5.2.1 Reporting Violations: Alleged violations shall be Sanction Definition and Purpose Authority
reported to the Student Support Office (SSO) through the
Prescribed drugs when the prescription is no longer valid;
established code of c onduct system within 10 calendar Notification of A written or verbal notice reminding the student that ode of Conduct Officer / Head of Student
Prescribed drugs used contrary to the prescription; days. Violation their action constitutes a violation. This serves as an Support Office
educational reminder without formal penalty.
Prescribed drugs issued to another person. 5.2.2 Acknowledgment: Upon receipt, the SSO will verify the
details and notify the reporter that the case is under review. A direct conversation or documented verbal warning Code of Conduct Officer / Head of Student
informing the student of the misconduct and
Alcohol 5.2.3 Investigation: The SSO, through the Code of Verbal Warning consequences if repeated. Used for first-time or minor Support Office
Conduct Officer or Head of Student Support Office, will violations.
Abu Dhabi University prohibits the dispensing, selling, gather information relevant to Investigations may include
supplying and consumption of drugs or alcoholic beverages interviews and review of documentation or other evidence A formal warning notification documenting the violation Head of Student Support Office / University
on University property. Employees, students, the reported incident. Written Warning and warning of stronger actions if repeated. May include Disciplinary Committee
counseling, community service hours or reflective essay.
faculty and campus visitors may not unlawfully manufacture, 5.2.4 Cooperation: Students are expected to participate
consume, possess, sell, distribute, transfer or be under the in investigations. Failure to cooperate may result in A formal status requiring exemplary behavior for a Head of Student Support Office /University
influence of alcohol, illicit drugs or disciplinary actions based on available evidence. Conduct Probation defined period (usually one semester). Any violation
during this period triggers referral to the University Disciplinary Committee
controlled substances on University property, while 5.2.5 Communication of Outcome: Students will be notified Disciplinary Committee
driving a University vehicle or while otherwise engaged in of any sanctions. Reporters will be informed that action
University business. has been taken, of any specific information about the Temporary separation from the University for one
investigation and other confidential details. or more semesters (decided by the committee).
University property, as defined in this policy, includes all Suspension Students might lose access to campusprivileges and University Disciplinary Committee
buildings and land owned, leased, or used by the University, 5.3 University Disciplinary Committee: services during suspension. May include counseling or
and motor vehicles operated by employees, community service hours.
5.3.1 Referral: The Head of Student Support Office evaluates
including personal motor vehicles, when used in connection investigation findings and may refer cases to the University Dismissal / Permanent separation from the University due to
with work performed for or on behalf of the University. On Disciplinary Committee for serious violations Expulsion major violations such as dishonesty, violence, or severe University Disciplinary Committee
exception to the prohibited consumption misconduct.
or when sanctions beyond a Written Warning are warranted.
of alcohol is the personal residence of an employee that is
leased or owned by the University and where the occupant 5.3.2 Composition: The Committee is chaired by the Dean of
has a liquor license. Student Affairs and consists of the Registrar, the concerned

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