Conduct Review Expectations and Process

Expectations for Students and Student Organizations

As members of the Pratt Munson community, students and student organizations must be familiar with and adhere to the Student Code of Conduct and the College’s behavioral expectations and standards.
Violations of these standards may lead to disciplinary action through the College's Conduct Review process.

Students are expected to comply with the terms and conditions of their on-campus residence contracts. Violations may be deemed a breach of contract and may lead to disciplinary action, including potential removal from Pratt Munson housing.
Students are responsible for activities, items, and behaviors within their assigned rooms, suites, or apartments. If uncomfortable with any actions taking place (e.g., drinking, drug use, noise, guest limit issues), students are encouraged to address these with their peers, establish acceptable boundaries, and uphold the College’s standards.

Right to Non-Participation: Students may choose not to participate in the review process. The College may still proceed with the investigation, hearing, and possible sanctions, but non-participation will not result in extra penalties.
Right to an Objective Hearing: Students have the right to a fair hearing before an impartial decision-maker. The College will ensure that no conflict of interest exists between the student and the hearing officer.
Right to an Advisor: Students may bring one advisor of their choosing to the hearing. The advisor’s role is non-participatory, meaning they cannot speak on behalf of the student. Non-compliant advisors may be asked to leave.
Right to Appeal: Students may appeal decisions made in their hearing to ensure a thorough and fair process.

The process begins when the College receives a report of an alleged violation of College policy. The Office of Student Life reviews the incident, gathers details, and evaluates possible policy breaches.
A trained Hearing Officer from Student Life will adjudicate each case using a “preponderance of evidence” standard (i.e., a violation is found if it is more likely than not to have occurred).

Cases involving sexual misconduct Are addressed under separate Title IX policies. These incidents will follow processes specific to these types of allegations.

Records of incidents and sanctions are documented and maintained according to the College’s retention policy.