Publication: Rights, Rules, Responsibilities, 2005-06
Rights, Rules, Responsibilities
Rights, Rules, Responsibilities is intended to provide a concise reference and guide for all members of the Princeton University community. Included here are brief statements of University policies most likely to be applicable to and of interest to all University constituencies. For further information on particular aspects of policies and procedures—or their application to particular situations—consult the Orange Pages (for students) or the policy manuals available from the Office of the Dean of the Faculty and the Office of Human Resources.
I. University-wide Regulations
University Principles of
General Conduct and Regulations 1
Introduction 1
Academic Integrity 1
Statement on Diversity and Community 1
Honesty in University Matters 2
Confidentiality of Records 2
Range of Penalties 2
1. Warning 2
2. Disciplinary Probation 2
3. Withholding of Degree 3
4. Suspension 3
5. Required Withdrawal 3
6. Expulsion 3
7. Censure 3
University-wide Conduct Regulations 4
Respect for Others 4
Racial or Ethnic Bias and Harassment 4
Sexual Harassment and Assault 4
Peaceful Dissent, Protests, and Demonstrations 5
Distribution of Written Materials by Members of the University Community 7
Personal Safety 7
Quiet 7
Identification cards 7
The University, the Law, and Property Rights 8
On-Campus Misconduct and the Law 8
Persons on Leave of Absence; Persons Who Are Not Members of the University 8
Off-Campus Misconduct 8
Violations of Local, State, or Federal Law 9
University Discipline and the Courts 9
University Security 9
Regulations Regarding Security and Prior Restraint 10
Security Measures 10
Prior Restraint 10
Property 11
Library Use 11
Computer and Network Use 11
Patent and Copyright Policies 12
Princeton University Name and Seal 12
Guidelines Relating to the Tax-Exempt Status of the University and Political Activities 12
Introduction 12
Guidelines 13
Illegal Drugs 15
State Laws 15
University Policy Concerning Use of Illegal Drugs 15
Alcoholic Beverages 16
Smoking 16
Policy on HIV Infection 16
Introduction 16
Access 16
HIV Prevention 17
Screening for HIV Infection 17
Health Maintenance and Services for People Living with HIV Infection 17
Legal Issues 17
Conclusion 18
Resolution of Complaints and Grievances 18
Informal Procedures 18
Formal Procedures 18
Academic Matters 18
Nonacademic Matters Involving Students 19
Nonacademic Matters Involving Undergraduate Student Organizations 19
Nonacademic Matters Regarding Faculty, Staff, or Administration 19
Matters Involving Sexual Harassment or Assault or Racial or Ethnic Bias or Harassment 20
Protection Against Retaliation 20
Appeals Regarding Procedural Unfairness in Initial Proceedings 20
The Council of the Princeton University Community (CPUC) 21
Powers 21
Membership 21
Committees 22
The Judicial Committee of the Council of the Princeton University Community 23
Powers and Membership 23
General Procedures 24
Procedure in Cases Not Previously Heard by Another Authority 24
Procedure in Appeals of Cases Previously Heard by Another Authority 27
Responsibilities of the Chair 28
Order of Proceedings in Cases of the First Instance 29
Order of Proceedings in Appeals Cases 30
Procedural Requests 30
Evidence 30
Reports 30
Appeals from Decisions of the Judicial Committee 31
II. Students and the University
Rights and Responsibilities of Students 33
Faculty Procedures of Concern to Students 33
Attendance at Faculty Meetings 33
Faculty Reconsideration of Proposals Regarding Undergraduate Curriculum 34
Graduate Student Departmental Committees 34
Interaction of Undergraduate Student Government Committees and Faculty Committees 35
Individual Student Appeal from Decisions of Faculty Committees 36
Coordination Between Faculty and Undergraduates on Matters Affecting Student Life 36
Undergraduate Departmental Committees 37
Undergraduate Student Government 38
Purpose 38
The Student Senate 38
Committees of the Student Senate 38
Class Officers 39
Referenda 39
Campus Associations and Activities 39
Student Publications 40
Regulations Concerning Specific Aspects of Student Life 40
Dormitory Regulations 40
Noise 41
Pets 42
Posting of Notices 42
Smoking 42
Fire Safety Policy 42
Candle/Flammable Liquid/Incense/Fireworks Policy 42
Use of Exterior Elevated Surfaces of Campus Buildings and Other Restricted Areas 42
Storage 43
Lofts 43
Privacy and Right of Re-entry 43
Search of Dormitory Rooms 44
Dining Regulations 44
Health Regulations 44
University Ban on the Nude Olympics 44
Hazing 45
New Jersey Law 45
Prohibition on Hazing 45
Acceptable Behavior 45
Sororities and Fraternities 46
Alcohol Policy 46
What are the responsibilities of Princeton University students? 46
When will the University intervene? 47
When are Princeton University students in violation of the alcohol policy? 47
Conduct at Prospect Street Clubs 48
Library 48
Motor Vehicle Regulations 48
Legal Assistance 48
Financial Regulations 49
Use of University Monies (Including Student Fees) 49
The Undergraduate Honor System 49
Jurisdiction over Undergraduates for Violations of Academic Rules and Regulations 49
Introduction 49
Current Procedure 50
Constitution of the Honor System 52
Article I 52
Article II 53
Article III 53
Article IV 54
Article V 56
Article VI 56
Article VII 56
Article VIII 56
Introduction 57
Jurisdiction over Undergraduates for Violations of Academic Rules and Regulations 57
Student Acknowledgment of Original Work 57
Transcription or Publication of Course-Related Materials 57
Tutoring 57
General Requirements for the Acknowledgment of Sources in Academic Work 58
Quotations 58
Paraphrasing 58
Ideas and Facts 58
Footnotes and Bibliography 58
Electronic and Other Sources 59
Laboratory Work, Problem Sets, Computer Programs, and Homework 59
Multiple Submission 59
Oral Reports 59
Standard Forms of Reference 59
Definitions of Academic Violations under the Jurisdiction of the Faculty-Student Committee on Discipline 60
Plagiarism 60
Unauthorized Multiple Submission 60
False Citation 60
False Data 60
Violations 60
Jurisdiction 60
Student’s Defense 60
Seriousness of the Offense 60
Penalties 61
Examples of Plagiarism 61
Original source: 61
1. Example of verbatim plagiarism, or unacknowledged direct quotation (lifted passages are underlined): 61
2. Example of lifting selected passages and phrases without proper acknowledgement (lifted passages are underlined): 62
3. Example of paraphrasing the text while maintaining the basic paragraph and sentence structure: 62
The Faculty-Student Committee on Discipline (Undergraduate) 63
Powers 63
Membership 63
General Procedures 63
Conduct of Hearings 65
Appeals 66
Records of Proceedings 66
Penalties 66
Grievance Procedures 66
Jurisdiction over Graduate Students for Violations of Academic Rules and Regulations 67
The Graduate Student Government 67
Dormitory Regulations 67
Alcohol Policy 67
Dining Regulations 67
Financial Regulations 67
The Graduate School Judicial System 67
Disciplinary Procedures 68
Penalties 69
Appeal on Academic Matters 69
Appeal on Nonacademic Matters 70
Graduate Student Grievances 70
Student Privacy Rights under Federal Law 71
III. The University and the Community
Community Use of University Resources 75
Introduction 75
Administration 75
Types of Facility Use 75
By Explicit Invitation 75
By Implicit Invitation 75
By Participation in University-Sponsored or Sanctioned Programs 76
By Renting University Facilities in Periods of Low Usage, Especially in the Summer 76
By Private Invitation 77
Commercial Sales 78
Charitable, Political, Religious, or Other Solicitation or Distribution 78
Peaceful Dissent, Protests, and Demonstrations 79
University Security Policy for Persons Who Are Not Members of the University 79
Index 81
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