If I violated the Code, what will happen to me?

You will have a hearing (Section 5) with an NDSU staff member to determine responsibility.  If you are found responsible, that person will assign appropriate sanctions and conditions.  The severity of the sanctions and conditions is tied to the severity of the violation, the harm caused, past violations, and the perceived likelihood of further violations.

Will my parents find out?

Your parents will not be told about alleged policy violations, but may be notified if you are found responsible for alcohol and/or drug violations.

What if I feel I am a victim in an incident?

If you are not in immediate danger, please contact our office for assistance (701)231-7701.  If your immediate safety is in question, call University Police (701)231-8998 or dial 911.

I want to file a complaint against a student.  What do I do?

You can report potential violations by filling out the Concern and Complaint Form.  Reports go directly to the Dean of Students Office.  After filing, a staff member may call or email you for more detail and to provide information about options for resolving the issue.

How will I know what happened with the case I reported?

In most cases you won’t be able to know.  With the exception of certain sexual misconduct, discrimination, and crimes of violence cases, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) fully prohibits NDSU from releasing any student records, including decisions in student conduct cases.

I don’t agree with the decision made in my case.  What can I do?

You have the right to one appeal (Section 8).  Appeals must be made within five business days, and must be based on one of the following:

• • • The severity of the sanction was not consistent with the severity of the offense;
    • The finding of the Code having been violated or not violated was not substantiated by the evidence; and or
    • Your due process rights were violated.

Am I going to be suspended?

Your notice outlining alleged violations will note whether suspension/expulsion is a possibility in your case.  NDSU takes separation from the university very seriously and uses other sanctions whenever appropriate.

This matter is being settled in court.  Why do I have to meet with NDSU?

You have a specific relationship with NDSU.  The processes are independent, use different standards or proof, and will be resolved separately.

Do I need to disclose my conduct record on applications for jobs or other schools?

Some employers or other schools may request your conduct record, and will ask you to sign a release for us to share.  Being up front in these cases gives you an opportunity to provide details or answer questions.