Campus Policies and Regulations

Students enrolling in the university assume an obligation to conduct themselves in a manner compatible with the university’s function as an educational institution. Students shall refrain from conduct which interferes with university teaching, research, administration, or the university’s subsidiary responsibilities, or which endangers the health or safety of members of the university community or of visitors to the campus, and from disorderly conduct on university premises or at university-related events.

In cases of student misconduct, the student’s College Executive Committee may defer or withhold their degree for a specified period of time. The Dean of Students may recommend such an action to the College Executive Committee.

By authority of the Board of Regents, the Chancellor is entrusted with full power to act in the administration of student discipline. Rules concerning student conduct, student organizations, use of university facilities and related matters are set forth in both university policies and campus regulations, copies of which are available upon request at the Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs office, Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Programs, or at conduct.ucr.edu.

Particular attention is called to the University of California Policies Applying to Campus Activities, Organizations, and Students and to the campus regulations implementing them. The UCR Student Conduct Procedures are also available in the Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs office.

Chancellors may impose discipline for the commission or attempted commission (including aiding or abetting in the commission or attempted commission) of the following types of violations by students, as well as such other violations as may be specified in campus regulations:

102.01 All forms of academic misconduct including but not limited to cheating, fabrication, plagiarism, or facilitating academic dishonesty.

102.02 Other forms of dishonesty including but not limited to fabricating information, furnishing false information, or reporting a false emergency to the University.

102.03 Forgery, alteration, or misuse of any University document, record, key, electronic device, or identification.

102.04 Theft of, conversion of, destruction of, or damage to any property of the University, or any property of others while on University premises, or possession of any property when the student had knowledge or reasonably should have had knowledge that it was stolen.

102.05 Theft or abuse of University computers and other University electronic resources such as computer and electronic communications facilities, systems, and services. Abuses include (but are not limited to) unauthorized entry, use, transfer, or tampering with the communications of others; interference with the work of others and with the operation of computer and electronic communications facilities, systems, and services; or copyright infringement (for example, the illegal file-sharing of copyrighted materials).

Use of University computer and electronic communications facilities, systems, or services that violates other University policies or campus regulations.

Please refer to the UC Electronic Communications Policy and Digital Copyright Protection at UC for the University's position on digital copyright.

102.06 Unauthorized entry to, possession of, receipt of, or use of any University services; equipment; resources; or properties, including the University’s name, insignia, or seal.

102.07 Violation of policies, regulations, or rules governing University-owned, -operated, or -leased housing facilities or other housing facilities located on University property. 102.08 Physical abuse including but not limited to physical assault; threats of violence; or other conduct that threatens the health or safety of any person.

Sexual Violence (including Sexual Assault – Penetration, Sexual Assault – Contact and Relationship Violence) is defined by the University of California Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (https://policy.ucop.edu/ doc/4000385/SVSH). Please refer to 102.26.

102.09 Harassment, defined as conduct that is so severe and/or pervasive, and objectively offensive, and that so substantially impairs a person’s access to University programs or activities that the person is effectively denied equal access to the University’s resources and opportunities.

Harassment includes, but is not limited to, conduct that is motivated on the basis of a person's race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identify, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, service in the uniformed services, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or perceived membership in any of these classifications. Pursuant to section 104.90, sanctions may be enhanced for conduct motivated on the basis of the above classifications.

Sexual Harassment is defined by the University of California Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (https://policy.ucop.edu/ doc/4000385/SVSH). Please refer to 102.26.

102.10 Stalking behavior in which a student repeatedly engages in a course of conduct directed at another person and makes a credible threat with the intent to place that person in reasonable fear for his or her safety, or the safety of his or her family; where the threat is reasonably determined by the University to seriously alarm, torment, or terrorize the person; and where the threat is additionally determined by the University to serve no legitimate purpose.

Stalking of a sex-based nature is defined by the University of California Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (https://policy.ucop.edu/ doc/4000385/SVSH). Please refer to 102.26.

102.11 (deleted on October 9, 2009)

102.12 Participation in hazing or any method of initiation or pre-initiation into a campus organization or other activity engaged in by the organization or members of the organization at any time that causes, or is likely to cause, physical injury or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in psychological harm to any student or other person.

102.12.1 Prohibited hazing includes (but is not limited to) the aiding or abetting in the commission or attempted commission of hazing, or the obstruction or attempted obstruction of any investigation (including during disciplinary hearings) of any hazing activity, any of which may result in discipline up to and including suspension or dismissal. Students who are aware of the occurrence of hazing are encouraged to take action to discourage it. Failure to report hazing is considered to constitute permission, contribution, or encouragement of hazing and is not permitted and may result in discipline up to and including suspension or dismissal.

Revision approved April 25, 2021

102.13 Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary procedures, or other University activities.

102.14 Disorderly or lewd conduct.

102.15 Participation in a disturbance of the peace or unlawful assembly.

102.16 Failure to identify oneself to, or comply with the directions of, a University official or other public official acting in the performance of his or her duties while on University property or at official University functions; or resisting or obstructing such University or other public officials in the performance of or the attempt to perform their duties.

102.17 Unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, use, or sale of, or the attempted manufacture, distribution, dispensing, or sale of controlled substances, identified in federal and state law or regulations.

102.18 Manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, use, or sale of, or the attempted manufacture, distribution, dispensing, or sale of alcohol that is unlawful or otherwise prohibited by, or not in compliance with, University policy or campus regulations.

102.19 Possession, use, storage, or manufacture of explosives, firebombs, or other destructive devices.

102.20 Possession, use, or manufacture of a firearm or other weapon as prohibited by campus regulations. 102.21 Violation of the conditions contained in the terms of a disciplinary action imposed under these Policies or campus regulations.

102.22 Violation of the conditions contained in a written Notice of Emergency Suspension issued pursuant to Section 53.00 of these Policies or violation of orders issued pursuant to Section 52.00 of these Policies, during a declared state of emergency (https://policy.ucop.edu/ doc/2710525/PACAOS-50).

102.23 Selling, preparing, or distributing for any commercial purpose course lecture notes or video or audio recordings of any course unless authorized by the University in advance and explicitly permitted by the course instructor in writing. The unauthorized sale or commercial distribution of course notes or recordings by a student is a violation of these Policies whether or not it was the student or someone else who prepared the notes or recordings.

Copying for any commercial purpose handouts, readers or other course materials provided by an instructor as part of a University of California course unless authorized by the University in advance and explicitly permitted by the course instructor or the copyright holder in writing (if the instructor is not the copyright holder).

102.23.1 Copying, posting or distributing materials provided by an instructor for any noncommercial purpose.

102.24 Conduct, where the actor means to communicate a serious expression of intent to terrorize, or acts in reckless disregard of the risk of terrorizing, one or more University students, faculty, or staff. ‘Terrorize’ means to cause a reasonable person to fear bodily harm or death, perpetrated by the actor or those acting under his/her control. ‘Reckless disregard’ means consciously disregarding a substantial risk. This section applies without regard to whether the conduct is motivated by race, ethnicity, personal animosity, or other reasons. This section does not apply to conduct that constitutes the lawful defense of oneself, of another, or of property.

102.25 Making a video recording, audio recording, taking photographs, or streaming audio/video of any person in a location where the person has a reasonable expectation of privacy, without that person’s knowledge and express consent. Looking through a hole or opening, into, or otherwise viewing, by means of any instrumentality, the interior of a private location without the subject’s knowledge and express consent. Making a video recording, audio recording, or streaming audio/video of private, non- public conversations and/or meetings, without the knowledge and express consent of all recorded parties. These provisions do not extend to public events or discussions, nor to lawful official law or policy enforcement activities. These provisions may not be utilized to impinge upon the lawful exercise of constitutionally protected rights of freedom of speech or assembly. Definitions “Express consent” is clear, unmistakable and voluntary consent that may be in written, oral or nonverbal form. “Private locations” are settings where the person reasonably expected privacy. For example, in most cases the following are considered private locations: residential living quarters, bathrooms, locker rooms, and personal offices. “Private, non-public conversations and/or meetings” include any communication carried on in circumstances that reasonably indicate that any party wants the communication to be confined to the parties, but excludes a communication made in a public gathering, or in any other circumstance in which the parties to the communication may reasonably expect that the communication may be overheard or recorded. Invasions of Sexual Privacy are defined by the University of California Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (https://policy.ucop.edu/ doc/4000385/SVSH). Please refer to 102.26

102.26 Violation of the University of California Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment.

102.27 Violating health and safety requirements issued by the University and/or local, state or federal governments in response to public health emergencies (e.g. COVID-19).

102.28 Violation of local, state, or federal laws, regulation or ordinance not otherwise covered under these standards of conduct.

102.29 Violation of any other University policy or campus regulation not otherwise covered by these standards of conduct.

UCR values free speech and expression. Policies and procedures and guidance on topics such as when speech becomes harassment, the First Amendment's relationship to civil disobedience, and student organizations' free speech rights are available on UCR's Free Speech website freespeech.ucr.edu.

UCR is committed to achieving and maintaining a campus community that fosters personal and institutional excellence and strives to provide conditions under which the work of the university can go forward freely, with the highest standards of quality and institutional integrity. In keeping with this commitment, each student should help to create a campus community that is free from the problems of substance abuse and dependency.

UCR distributes to all students and employees via email at least annually Alcohol/Drug Abuse Prevention Information. This notification is made pursuant to the federal Drug-Free Schools and Communites Act. This information is available in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, available at compliance.ucr.edu/clery-act-compliance. Information includes university and campus policies, applicable laws, and the penalties and sanctions for violations.

The University of California, in accordance with applicable Federal and State law and University policy, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy1, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer related or genetic characteristics), ancestry, marital status, age, sexual orientation, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services2. The University also prohibits sexual harassment. This nondiscrimination policy covers admission, access, and treatment in University programs and activities. Inquiries regarding the University’s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Office of Title IX and Civil Rights (https://compliance.ucr. edu/office-title-ix-equal-opportunity-affirmative-action).

Consistent with this non-discrimination policy, UCR student conduct policies prohibit harassment, defined as conduct that is so severe and/ or pervasive, and objectively offensive, and that so substantially impairs a person’s access to University programs or activities that the person is effectively denied equal access to the University’s resources and opportunities. Harassment includes, but is not limited to, conduct that is motivated on the basis of a person’s race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identify, pregnancy, marital status, ancestry, service in the uniformed services, physical or mental disability, medical condition, or perceived membership in any of these classifications. (PACAOS 102.09, Policy on Student Conduct and Discipline)

University policy prohibits retaliation for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment. University policy also prohibits retaliation against a person who assists with a complaint of discrimination or harassment, or participates in any manner in an investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment.

Students may report or file complaints of discrimination, including harassment, or retaliation through UCR grievance or complaint procedures. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, and other conducted prohibited by the UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment, should be reported to the Office of Title IX and Civil Rights, at titleix.ucr.edu/reporting. (More information about sexual violence and sexual harassment is provided in the next section of this Catalog.) Complaints by students about other types of discrimination, harassment and retaliation should be filed as follows:

• Reports or complaints about other students or student organizations

should be filed with UCR’s Office of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Programs at conduct.ucr.edu.

• Reports or complaints about faculty, staff, or others should be filed with

UCR’s Office of Title IX and Civil Rights, at titleix.ucr.edu/reporting.

• Other options and resources related to complaints and grievances

are available through https://help.ucr.edu. These procedures are not to be used for grade appeals and other complaints for which specific appeal procedures currently exist. Grade appeals are addressed under the procedure established by the UCR Faculty Senate. See Regulation 5 (https://senate.ucr.edu/regulations).

Students may also file a complaint through the Office of Civil Rights (OCR) of the U.S. Department of Education (Voice: 415.486.5555; TTY: 877.521.2172, Email: ocr.sanfrancisco@ed.gov).

1 Pregnancy includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy

or childbirth.

2 Service in the uniformed services includes membership, application for membership,

performance of service, application for service, or obligation for service in the uniformed services.

UCR is committed to fostering an environment where all UCR students can work and learn in an atmosphere that is inclusive, safe, and rewarding in an atmosphere that is free from all forms of sex- and gender-based harassment, including sexual violence. The UC Policy on Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual assault, relationship violence and stalking, and protects those who report sexual harassment (or engage in other protected activites) from retaliation. The policy applies to all students, faculty, and staff. The campus will respond promptly to all reports of sexual harassment involving UCR students, and will take appropriate action to address prohibited behavior and to provide supportive services to those affected by sexual harassment.

You are strongly encouraged to review and become familiar with UCR’s Policies and Procedures which are available through the Office of Title IX and Civil Rights, at titleix.ucr.edu.

For information, assistance, or to explore options for addressing sexual harassment and sexual violence, or to make a report contact:

Title IX Coordinators UCR has designated the following employees to coordinate its efforts to comply with and carry out its responsibilities under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and implementing regulations, including investigation of complaints:

• Kiersten Boyce, Interim Title IX Officer • Holly Hare, Deputy Title IX Officer

365 Skye Hall Email: titleix@ucr.edu Phone: (951) 827-7070

The University of California, Riverside (UCR) is committed to full compliance with laws and policies protecting individuals with disabilities. As described above (under Nondiscrimination Policy and Grievance Procedures), discrimination or harassment on the basis of disability is prohibited.

Resolving a Grievance In addition to the grievance options described under Nondiscrimination Policy and Grievance Procedures, above, students have the additional options to address concerns regarding disability discrimination:

• Consult with the ADA Coordinator: The ADA/Section 504 Coordinator

may assist in resolving the matter, or can identify the appropriate complaint procedure depending on the nature of the concern.

Kiersten Boyce, ADA/504 Coordinator Email: titleix@ucr.edu Phone: (951) 812-7070

• Student Accommodations: Contact the Director of the Student Dis

ability Resource Center.

Laura Riley, Director Email: laura.riley@ucr.edu Phone: (951) 827-5379 Website: sdrc.ucr.edu

Retaliation University policy prohibits retaliation for bringing a complaint of discrimination or harassment. University policy also prohibits retaliation against a person who assists with a complaint of discrimination or harassment, or participates in any manner in an investigation or resolution of a complaint of discrimination or harassment.

Hazing is strictly prohibited by both California law and University of California policy. California Penal Code, Section 245.6 (b) defines “hazing” as any method of initiation or preinitiation into a student organization or student body, whether or not the organization or body is officially recognized by an educational institution, which is likely to cause serious bodily injury to any former, current, or prospective student of any school, community college, college, university, or educational institution of this state. The term “hazing” does not include customary athletic events or school-sanctioned events. University of California policy further defines “hazing” as participation in hazing or any method of initiation or preinitiation that causes, or is likely to cause, physical injury or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in psychological harm to any student or other person. Incidents of hazing may be addressed through student disciplinary action, criminal charges, and/or civil action.

More information about hazing and how to report hazing is available in the Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs office, Dean of Students office, Student Life, or Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Programs deanofstudents.ucr.edu/policies-and-procedures/hazing.

The primary mode of campus communication is e-mail, and it is therefore mandatory for students to utilize their UCR Webmail accounts to review academic and administrative electronic correspondence. UCR strongly recommends that all students have a computer with Internet access. UCR faculty will assume students have such access, and academic work may require it. The UCR administration will also assume that students have Internet access, and many administrative tasks may require students to use the Internet. For information concerning computer acquisition, student network access, student computing laboratories, and student computer support, visit UCR’s Student Technology Support Web, its.ucr.edu/sts.

Students are expected to pay all fees and charges which they incur. Those with outstanding obligations to the university are not allowed to register or participate in certain university services.