A sanction is a requirement or status applied to a student after they either accept responsibility or are found responsible for violating the Student Code of Conduct. Since each conduct case is unique, it is not feasible to list every potential sanction for every type of violation. Instead, this guide provides an overview of common violations and the range of sanctions generally considered appropriate.
Sanctions are determined based on various factors, including, but not limited to:
- The severity and nature of the violation(s)
- The impact of the violation on the College and surrounding community
- The number of violations within the incident
- The student's prior disciplinary history
Please note, even a student without a prior disciplinary record may face a sanction appropriate to the violation's severity, which may include removal from housing, suspension, or dismissal from the College.
Definition of Possible Sanctions
When a student or student organization at Pratt Munson is found responsible for violating the Student Code of Conduct, sanctions are applied based on the nature and severity of the violation, along with the individual’s or group’s conduct history. Below is a list of potential sanctions, which may be issued individually or in combination. This list is not exhaustive and offers an overview of possible outcomes:
- Disciplinary Warning: Written notice of a violation with a caution regarding future conduct
- Disciplinary Probation: A period of probation for serious or repeated violations; may lead to suspension or dismissal upon further violations
- Removal from Residence: Temporary or permanent removal from campus housing
- Suspension: Temporary removal from College with a defined return process, including any additional required sanctions
- Dismissal: Permanent separation from the College with no eligibility to re-enroll or receive a degree
- Parental Notification: Parents or guardians may be notified for violations related to the Drug and Alcohol Policy or other serious infractions.
- Other Sanctions: Additional penalties tailored to the specific violation, as deemed appropriate. This could include, but is not limited to, restitution, community service, loss of privileges, and/or educational programming.
