Rights, Rules, Responsibilities, 2012 edition
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 Section 2 "Students and the University" (orange pages) or the policy manuals available from the Office of the Dean of the Faculty and the Office of Human Resources.
1. University-wide Regulations
1.1 University Principles of General Conduct and Regulations
Introduction
Academic Integrity
Statement on Diversity and Community
Honesty and Cooperation in University Matters
Confidentiality of Records
Range of Penalties
1. Warning
2. Disciplinary Probation
3. Withholding of Degree
4. Suspension
5. Suspension with Conditions
6. Expulsion
7. Censure
Circumstances Affecting Health or Safety
1.2 University-wide Conduct Regulations
Respect for Others
Discrimination, Bias, or Harassment (Based on a Protected Characteristic)
Sexual Misconduct
Peaceful Dissent, Protests, and Demonstrations
Distribution of Written Materials by Members of the University Community
Personal Safety
Quiet
TigerCards (ID Cards) and Other Identification
1.3 The University, the Law, and Property Rights
On-Campus Misconduct and the Law
Persons on Leave of Absence; Persons Who Are Not Members of the University
Off-Campus Misconduct
Violations of Local, State, or Federal Law
University Discipline and the Courts
University Safety, Security, and Law Enforcement
Regulations Regarding Security and Prior Restraint
Security Measures
Prior Restraint
Property
Library Use
Computer and Network Use
Patent and Copyright Policies
Princeton University Name and Seal
1.4 Guidelines Relating to the Tax-Exempt Status of the University and Political Activities
Introduction
Guidelines
1.5 Health and Safety Policies
Drugs
State Laws
University Policy Concerning Use of Illegal Drugs
Alcoholic Beverages
Smoking
Policy on HIV Infection
Introduction
Access
HIV Prevention
Screening for HIV Infection
Health Maintenance and Services for People Living with HIV Infection
Legal Issues
Conclusion
1.6 Resolution of Complaints and Grievances against Members of the University Community
Informal Procedures
Formal Procedures
Protection from Retaliation
Academic Matters
Nonacademic Matters Involving Sexual Misconduct
Nonacademic Matters Other Than Sexual Misconduct Involving Students
Nonacademic Matters Involving Undergraduate Student Organizations
Nonacademic Matters Other Than Sexual Misconduct Regarding Faculty, Staff, or Administration
1.7 The Council of the Princeton University Community (CPUC)
Powers
Membership
Committees
1.8 The Judicial Committee of the Council of the Princeton University Community
Powers and Membership
General Procedures
Procedure in Cases Not Previously Heard by Another Authority
Procedure in Appeals of Cases Previously Heard by Another Authority
Responsibilities of the Chair
Order of Proceedings in Cases of the First Instance
Order of Proceedings in Appeals Cases
Procedural Requests
Evidence
Reports
Appeals from Decisions of the Judicial Committee
2. Students and the University
2.1 Rights and Responsibilities of Students
Faculty Procedures of Concern to Students
Attendance at Faculty Meetings
Faculty Reconsideration of Proposals Regarding Undergraduate Curriculum
Graduate Student Departmental Committees
Interaction of Undergraduate Student Government Committees and Faculty Committees
Individual Student Appeal from Decisions of Faculty Committees
Coordination Between Faculty and Undergraduates on Matters Affecting Student Life
Undergraduate Departmental Committees
Undergraduate Student Government
Purpose
The Student Senate
Committees of the Student Senate
Class Officers
Referenda
Campus Associations and Activities
Student Publications
2.2 Regulations Concerning Specific Aspects of Student Life
Dormitory Regulations
Noise
Pets
Posting of Notices
Smoking
Fire Safety Policy
Candle/Flammable Liquid/Incense/Fireworks Policy
Storage
Lofts
Privacy and Right of Re-entry
Search of Dormitory Rooms
Other Building Regulations
Dining Regulations
Health Regulations
Disorderly Conduct
University Ban on the Nude Olympics
Hazing
New Jersey Law
Prohibition on Hazing
Acceptable Behavior
Sororities and Fraternities
Alcohol Policy
What are the responsibilities of Princeton University students?
When will the Department of Public Safety or other University Administrators intervene?
When are Princeton University students in violation of the alcohol policy?
What are the consequences of violating the alcohol policy?
Drug Policy
Conduct at Prospect Avenue Clubs
Library
Transportation and Parking Services
Freshmen and Sophomores
Juniors and Seniors
Guests
Legal Assistance
Financial Regulations
Use of University Monies (Including Student Fees)
2.3 The Undergraduate Honor System
Jurisdiction over Undergraduates for Violations of Academic Rules and Regulations
Introduction
Current Procedure
Constitution of the Honor System
Article I
Article II
Article III
Article IV
Article V
Article VI
Article VII
Article VIII
Introduction
Jurisdiction over Undergraduates for Violations of Academic Rules and Regulations
Student Acknowledgment of Original Work
Transcription or Publication of Course-Related Materials
Tutoring
General Requirements for the Acknowledgment of Sources in Academic Work
Quotations
Paraphrasing
Ideas and Facts
Footnotes and Bibliography
Electronic and Other Sources
Laboratory Work, Problem Sets, Computer Programs, and Homework
Multiple Submission
Oral Reports
Standard Forms of Reference
Definitions of Academic Violations under the Jurisdiction of the Faculty-Student Committee on Discipline
Plagiarism
Unauthorized Multiple Submission
False Citation
False Data
Attempt to Gain an Unfair Advantage
Violations
Jurisdiction
Student’s Defense
Seriousness of the Offense
Penalties
Examples of Plagiarism
Original source
1. Example of verbatim plagiarism, or unacknowledged direct quotation (lifted passages are underlined)
2. Example of lifting selected passages and phrases without proper acknowledgement (lifted passages are underlined)
3. Example of paraphrasing the text while maintaining the basic paragraph and sentence structure
2.5 University Discipline (Undergraduate)
Jurisdiction
The Faculty-Student Committee on Discipline
Membership
Notice and Convening of Hearings
Enrollment and Residence Status
Conduct of Hearings
Deliberations and Findings
Appeals
Adjudication of Minor Infractions
General Procedures
Appeals
Records of Proceedings
Penalties
Grievance Procedures
Jurisdiction over Graduate Students for Violations of Academic Rules and Regulations
The Graduate Student Government
Purpose
Structure
Getting Involved
Dormitory Regulations
Alcohol Policy
Dining Regulations
Financial Regulations
The Graduate School Judicial System
Disciplinary Procedures
Penalties
Appeal on Academic Matters
Appeal on Nonacademic Matters
Graduate Student Grievances
3. The University and the Community
3.1 Community Use of University Resources
Introduction
Administration
Types of Facility Use
By Explicit Invitation
By Implicit Invitation
By Participation in University-Sponsored or Sanctioned Programs
By Renting University Facilities in Periods of Low Usage, Especially in the Summer
By Private Invitation
Commercial Sales
Charitable, Political, Religious, or Other Solicitation or Distribution
Peaceful Dissent, Protests, and Demonstrations
3.3 University Security Policy for Persons Who Are Not Members of the University
Overview
Short-Term Persona Non Grata
Circumstances That May Lead to the Issuance of a Short-Term Notice
Short-Term Notice Review Process
Long-Term Persona Non Grata
Circumstances That May Lead to the Issuance of a Long-Term Notice
Long-Term Notice Review Process
Information Included in a PNG Notice
Criminal Violation
