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2.9 Disrupting classroom activity and other University 2.21 Demonstrating within or outside of the University. 2.41 Students undertaking internships, training, or 5.1 Fairness: Decisions based on facts, evidence and due
functions. fieldwork placements are considered representatives of process. 5.2 Consistency: Similar cases receive comparable
2.22 Contacting media (includes but not limited to news, the University and must maintain professional conduct at responses. 5.3 Education:
2.10 Disrupting the operations of the University by an radio, newspaper or television) without prior approval from all times. Students
action or combination of actions that interfere or prevent University Management. Sanctions encourage reflection and personal growth.
others from freely participating in an activity or program are responsible for complying with: 5.4 Proportionality: Severity matches the nature of the
given by the 2.23 Printing or releasing any information about the violation. 5.5 Confidentiality: All matters
University without prior permission from the University 2.41.1 The Student Rights, Responsibilities and Code of
university. officials. Conduct Policy and Procedure; handled discreetly and respectfully. 6. Sanctions: Sanctions
are applied based on the level and nature of the violation
2.11 Violating safety regulations such as: 2.24 Failure to provide security guards with personal 2.41.2 All policies, rules, and regulations of the host as defined in the Student Rights,
identification and appropriate documentation when organization/company; and
2.11.1 Falsely reporting a fire, bomb, or any other requested. Responsibilities and Code of Conduct Procedure. The
emergency. 2.41.3 All applicable laws of the United Arab Emirates. University employs a range of sanctions, which are
2.25 Insulting or disrespecting a university visitor, student,
2.11.2 Unauthorized possession, use, or alteration or faculty, staff member or security personnel. cumulative in nature and may include
tampering of any University owned emergency or safety Basis of Student Code of Conduct Violations restorative or educational measures. Sanctions include, but
equipment. 2.26 Writing inappropriate emails or messages to ADU The Student Code of Conduct sets the rules, standards, and are not limited to: Notification of Violation, Verbal Warning,
students, staff or faculty members with aggressive,
2.11.3 Failing to evacuate a building or other structure in unacceptable or harsh tone. disciplinary framework governing student behavior. Any Written Warning, Conduct
case of fire or emergency; and violation of the responsibilities Probation, Suspension, Dismissal/Expulsion, and Monetary
2.27 Raising voice, shouting or loudly talking using
2.11.4 Taking any action that creates a risk that potentially unacceptable tone with students, staff or faculty members. outlined in the Student Responsibilities section of this Restitution. The authority to assign sanctions is delegated
compromises the safety of others. policy constitutes a violation of this Student Rights, as outlined in the Student Rights,
2.28 Physically attacking University faculty, staff, security Responsibilities and Code of Conduct Policy
2.12 Possessing fireworks, firearms, weapons or other personnel, visitors or fellow students. Responsibilities and Code of Conduct Procedures.
explosive devices. and will be subject to the procedures and sanctions Smoking
2.29 Inappropriate physical contact or any intentional defined herein and in the accompanying Student Rights,
2.13 Threatening, intimidating or causing physical or touching of any body part, and indecent exhibition of Responsibilities and Code of Conduct Smoking is not permitted in any University premises, public
mental harm to others. intimate parts of the body. spaces and hallways of residences owned and managed by
2.14 Harassing other students, staff or faculty directly or 2.30 Gambling on university premises. Procedures. Abu Dhabi University at any time, by any
in directly, or causing a hostile environment within the Scope and Limitations of University Jurisdiction person regardless of their status or business in the
University community. 2.31 Recording, storing and distribution of images, videos Abu Dhabi University upholds the right to take disciplinary University:
or other contents without the person’s consent.
2.15 Abusing the Student Code of Conduct system. This action for conduct occurring on university premises All building entrances will be non-smoking areas;
includes but is not limited to: 2.32 Promotion of hostile behavior, communication (including but not limited to the academic
of obscene language, intent to damage reputation by Smoking will only be permitted in designated areas which
2.15.1 Knowingly filing a false statement or accusation an individual or group through use of websites, social building, sports facilities, common spaces and dormitories), are signposted;
against another person. networking sites, phones and emails where ADU may act during off-campus University-sponsored activities, or
through official ADU platforms such
2.15.2 Disrupting or interfering with the orderly business of on off-platform conduct when it violates responsibilities “No Smoking” signs will be posted at all entrances and
appropriate locations by the Office of Safety & Security;
a conduct proceeding. and affects the community. as Microsoft Teams, student email accounts, Blackboard,
ADU Connect, and other institutionally managed systems.
2.15.3 Failing to attend a conduct meeting. technology, but not limited to, Similarly, the University does not This policy applies even in the absence of posted “No
Smoking” signs.
2.15.4 Discouraging an individual’s participation in or 2.33 Impersonation by pretending to be another person for hold responsibility for student behavior or communications Visitors
access to the student conduct process. any purpose or using another student ID for any purpose. on personal or third-party digital platforms, including but
2.15.5 Intimidating witnesses or participants of the conduct 2.34 Failing to report lost or found items to the concerned not limited to social media All visitors, contractors, and suppliers are required to abide
by the No Smoking Policy. Security Officers are expected to
process. f. Failing to comply with the sanctions imposed department. networks, WhatsApp, or non-ADU-managed group chats. inform students or visitors of the no
under the Student Code of Conduct; and 2.35 Violating ADU Smoking Policy Guests must also adhere to university policies, and hosting smoking policy. However, they are not expected to enter
2.15.6 Violating the terms of a conduct sanction. 2.36 Violating ADU Gender Segregation or Inclusive students or organizations are into any confrontation which may put their safety at risk.
2.16 Misusing or stealing University documents. Learning Environment Policy. accountable for the behavior of their guests. Personal Vehicles
disputes or subjective perceptions, such as feeling looked
2.17 Violating the student notice posting policy. 2.37 Violating ADU Student Housing policy, procedure, at or laughed at, should not be brought Smoking is not permitted in University vehicles or any other
guidelines, rules and regulations.
2.18 Petitioning to change decisions made by Official forward as misconduct cases, as the University can only act vehicles being used on University business.
University personnel. 2.38 Engaging in unacceptable, disrespectful or harsh on clear, verifiable interactions or policy violations. Drugs
communication during disagreements with a student, staff
2.19 Assisting or inciting others to violate the Student Code or faculty in public or privately. Guiding Principles All disciplinary actions shall adhere Abu Dhabi University prohibits the unlawful manufacture,
of Conduct. to the following principles: distribution, dispensation, sale, possession or use of any
2.39 Violating any of ADU Policies, procedures or guidelines.
2.20 Littering and inappropriate disposal of refuse.
2.40 Violating any UAE law.
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