Office of Student Conduct - Frequently Asked Questions

• I was documented for an incident, how do I know what to do next?
  You will receive a notice via your Bridgewater State University email asking you to set up a conduct conference. The notice will also contain a copy of the incident report. It is very important to check your email daily for important university related material.
  
  
• Can I be documented for something that occurs off-campus?
  Yes. If it calls into question the student's suitability as a member of the university community or if it is violation of local, state, or federal law regardless of where the conduct occurs. This means incidents occurring off-campus may be referred to the university's student conduct system.
  
  
• Who will I meet with for my conduct conference?
  Conduct conference meetings are with a University staff member and in the case of resident students are usually with the Resident Director of the building the student lives in, however, any administrator can meet with students during a conduct conference.
  
  
• I have already been through the criminal system, why do I have to also go through the student conduct system?
  The student conduct process is separate from the legal system. Students at Bridgewater State University are expected to abide by the Bridgewater State University Student Code of Conduct and the student conduct process addresses behaviors that are alleged violations of the code.
  
  
• As an accused student, do I have to attend my conduct conference or hearing?
  No. If you choose not to attend, the proceedings will continue without you. We encourage students to attend so that they can tell their side of the story.
  
  
• Who are the members of a conduct board?
  The conduct board is comprised of trained students, staff, and faculty of the Bridgewater State University community.
  
  
• Can I bring people with me to my hearing?
  Students may bring witnesses to provide relevant information during a hearing. All students have the right to an advisor, who may be present during the student's hearing but may not represent, or speak for, the student. If a student would like to bring additional individuals to a hearing (a family member/significant other/support person) they must get permission from the conduct board advisor. All hearings are closed to the general public unless all parties involved agree to an open hearing.
  
  
• What happens if I don't complete my assigned sanctions?
  Failure to complete sanctions can result in additional and more severe sanctions.
  
  
• Can I be a member of a university conduct board?
  Yes! Any student can volunteer to be trained and serve on a university conduct board. Go to the Conduct and Appellate Board Interest Form to submit your name and information.

Last Modified: June 13, 2012

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