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Prescribed drugs when the prescription is no longer valid; reported to the Student Support Office (SSO) through the Sanctions are categorized by level of seriousness and are cumulative in nature.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

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