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Community Standards

A student enrolling in èapp assumes an obligation to behave in a manner compatible with the University’s function as an educational institution. The University seeks to achieve these goals through an educational program that includes clear policies governing student rights and responsibilities. Since all members of this institution freely affiliate with this University, they make a decision to be bound by the rules, regulations, and principles of the University community.èapp, grounded in Roman Catholic and Ignatian traditions, strives to foster the fullest development of its students in an atmosphere of care and concern. This is done through a process that is rooted in restorative justice and an educational philosophy.

As a Jesuit and Catholic University, èapp strives to foster the fullest development of its students in an atmosphere of care and concern. The Jesuit value of cura personalis, the care of each individual, along with the University’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service, call us to promote the growth and development of the whole person. This is also articulated in the University’s core values that call for the creation of a rigorous approach to scholarship, an inclusive community where differing points of view and experience are valued, a commitment to sharing our gifts, and an appreciation that our personal and collective choices can build a more just world. Our community holds high expectations of how we live and interact with each other as we are all interconnected and thus the actions of one of us has an effect on us collectively. Demonstrating care and awareness of our impact, both within and outside the University community, are the foundations for our standards of conduct. In order for our community to thrive, all members must be active in contributing to an environment where people feel safe, sustained, engaged, challenged, and appreciated. We must also hold each other and ourselves accountable so we can repair harm when we impact ourselves and others as well as build a stronger community.

When the expectations outlined in the Community Standards Manual and the incorporated policies below are alleged to have been violated,the Dean of Students Office will provide follow-up. Once an incident is reported to the Dean of Students Office, the student involved in an alleged violation will receive a letter outlining the alleged violations and notifying the student of a meeting. A meeting will be scheduled and may be conducted by a Case Coordinator, the Student Conduct Board, or the University Hearing Board. (The Dean of Students Office will select the appropriate meeting resolution pathway.) At the end of the meeting, students will receive an outcome letter that reflects what was discussed in the meeting regarding next steps and responsibility.

Questions or concerns about this system should be referred to the Dean of Students Office.

Academic honesty, expected of every student, is essential to the process of education and to upholding high ethical standards. Cheating–including plagiarism; inappropriate use of technology, including use of artificial intelligence (AI) when prohibited; or any other kind of unethical or dishonest behavior–may subject the student to severe academic penalties, including dismissal.

Instructors are responsible for including an Academic Honesty statement in their syllabi which aligns with the content and delivery method of each course. This statement should include an outline of acceptable uses of AI by students. Students are responsible for understanding and abiding by acceptable use guidelines for each of their courses.

All work submitted for evaluation in a course, including tests, term papers, and computer programs, must represent the work of the student as generated within the guidelines of the respective courses’ academic honesty syllabus policy. Material taken from the work of others must be acknowledged. Materials submitted to fulfill requirements in one course may not be submitted in another course without prior approval of the instructor(s) of each course (both past and present). If the past course instructor is no longer teaching at èapp, the permission of the course’s department chair must be sought.

Concerns about the propriety of obtaining outside assistance, including the use of AI in assignment creation and completion, as well as how and when to acknowledge sources should be addressed to the instructor of the course before the work commences and as necessary as the work proceeds.

Instructors should indicate specific penalties for academic dishonesty in their course syllabi. Penalties, appropriate to the severity of the infraction, may include resubmission of the same or a modified assignment, reduced or zero credit for the assignment, or failure in the course. If a student withdraws from a course after academic dishonesty has taken place a course grade of F instead of W may be assigned at the faculty member’s discretion. In egregious cases and/or cases of repeated dishonesty, additional penalties may be determined by the associate dean of the appropriate college, such as suspension or dismissal from the University. In a case of dismissal, Academic Dismissal will be noted on the transcript.

A written report of the incident by the instructor or department chair will be sent to the dean of the college, who will keep a written record of the complaint when it is filed, and will forward a copy of the complaint to the appropriate associate dean’s office at the time. The associate dean will place a copy of this record in the student’s file and provide the student with a copy. A written record of the complaint is kept for cases of repeat violations. The associate dean will review the case and determine if, in light of other information and records, further disciplinary action is warranted.

Appealing a Charge of Academic Dishonesty

The student has the right to appeal the accusation of academic dishonesty if the student believes it to be in error. Any appeal of a charge of academic dishonesty by a student is to be made first to the instructor. Grounds for appeals may include:

  • Continuing ambiguity in the events surrounding the appraisal of Dishonesty

  • Alternative interpretations of syllabus policy

  • Delivery of a sanction inconsistent with the syllabus’ policy

The Policy and Procedure for Appeal of a Charge of Academic Dishonesty will be followed if a student wishes to contest a faculty member’s determination of academic dishonesty, as illustrated in theandpolicies.

The primary educational focus of the University is to create a safe and comfortable environment that fosters learning. Therefore, the University is committed to establishing a comprehensive program to prevent high-risk drinking behaviors as well as prevent the unlawful use, possession or distribution of alcoholic beverages. The University will work to provide an environment that supports those who choose not to drink as well as those of legal age who choose to consume alcohol responsibly.

The University expects students to recognize their personal responsibility in contributing to this learning and living environment by considering the impact of their decisions on themselves as well as the community regarding the use of alcohol. Behavior that infringes on the physical or emotional well-being of oneself or others and/or their pursuit of scholarship is unacceptable.

Students Under the Age of 21

The University prohibits possession or consumption of alcohol by individuals under the age of 21. Further, no underage individual may be in the presence of others possessing or consuming alcohol, regardless of whether the individual consuming or possessing alcohol is of legal age.

Students Over the Age of 21

The University permits individuals over the age of 21 to possess and consume alcohol. However, the University prohibits individuals over the age of 21 from being intoxicated or from engaging in other disruptive or disorderly behavior. This includes drinking or having open containers in public areas on University premises, (unless specifically authorized in designated areas for special events), or in University-owned vehicles.

The University also prohibits students over the age of 21 from bringing alcohol into the presence of students under 21, subject to the roommate exception outlined below.

The sale, manufacture or purchase of any alcoholic beverage on University premises is prohibited.

Fake ID's

Possession of a false identification (i.e. Fake ID's) is a violation of the Alcoholic Beverage Policy.

Roommate Exception to “In the Presence of Alcohol” Rule

Individuals over 21 who have an underage roommate(s) may consume alcohol in their rooms in the presence of their underage roommate(s), provided there are no guests present and the door is shut.

Other Student Responsibilities regarding Alcohol

Students are responsible for the activity that occurs in their residence whether on or off campus. Therefore, students providing their residence as a place for those under 21 to consume alcoholic beverages, either intentionally or recklessly (leaving residence unsecured, not monitoring guests), is not permitted.

Student safety and responsible drinking are the University’s main priorities with regard to the legal consumption of alcohol. Therefore, students of legal drinking age are expected to set a positive example to all minors by discouraging alcohol-related behavior that is abusive to oneself or to others. Additionally, expectations for students who reside in University assigned housing include:

  1. For students 21 years and older, recurring patterns of irresponsible behavior could result in revoking the privilege to consume alcoholic beverages in the residence by the Office of Residence Life pending further disciplinary action.
  2. Displays or collections of empty alcohol containers, such as bottles or boxes, are not permitted for those under 21. Displays or collections by those 21 or over need to be clean and free from debris.
  3. Devices used for the rapid consumption of alcoholic beverages, such as funnels or bongs are prohibited.
  4. Shot glasses may be possessed by individuals under the age of 21, but only for souvenir or decorative purposes. If any residue of liquid is present inside a shot glass and the owner is under 21, this policy is violated and the shot glass could be confiscated. For individuals under the age of 21, flasks are not permitted under any circumstances.
  5. Drinking games, including beer pong and water pong, are prohibited. A drinking game is any game that encourages/forces a player to drink based on something that happens in the game (for example, if a player makes a cup, draws/plays a certain card, or rolls a certain combination of dice, etc., the player drinks).
  6. The presence of keg beer or alcohol from other common sources is not permitted.

For students 21 years and older, recurring patterns of irresponsible behavior could result in revoking the privilege to consume alcoholic beverages in the residence hallsby the Office of Residence Life pending further disciplinary action.

Members of the University community are expected to be aware of and obey federal, state, and municipal laws or ordinances regulating the use, possession, sale or manufacture of alcoholic beverages. When the University is notified of students being cited for violations of law or ordinances by municipal, state, or federal authorities, those students may also face University conduct proceedings.

The University reserves the right to take disciplinary action against any student for off-campus behavior that violates this policy. This includes study abroad, immersion experiences, community service sites, and internship experiences.

If a student is found responsible for violation(s) of this policy, action will be taken to repair harm. Administrative actions may be taken to prevent further harm and to keep the University community safe. A list of possible outcomes can be found here: .

University Social Events with Alcohol

  1. The Manager of Student Life Programs or designee must approve events involving alcohol where students are present and provisions for security must be coordinated with the Manager of Student Life Programsor other university staff member who serves as the primary contact for the event (e.g. Assistant Director of Student Engagement).
  2. All alcohol must be purchased, sold, and handled by JCU Dining Services for events held in areas where JCU Dining Services holds the contract rights. Persons sponsoring activities with alcohol held in other areas of campus must obtain the appropriate permits. Alcoholic beverages are not to be sold at any event held in a University facility not covered by a state liquor license.
  3. Students will be required to provide valid state identification or passport for age verification for the ability to purchase or consume alcohol at an event.
  4. For events with alcohol where students are present, wristbands with breakaway tabs must be procured from the Office of Student Engagement to be worn by attendees to indicate event participants who are 21 years of age and older (with an age verification process). The number of tabs on the bracelet indicate how many drinks may be consumed by a student attendee at the event, with the guideline of one drink per hour with a maximum of three drinks, even if the event were to last longer than three hours.
  5. At all events where alcohol is served, non-alcoholic beverages must be provided by the sponsor in adequate proportion to the alcoholic beverages on hand. The sponsor also must provide food.
  6. No one should be coerced to drink or overindulge. A social event that encourages drunkenness as a theme, or the advertisement of such an event, will not be permitted.
  7. Advertising or promoting alcohol as a primary attraction of an event is prohibited as is the marketing of alcohol to students by beverage manufacturers, distributors, clubs, or organizations.
  8. Alcohol cannot be served to intoxicated persons.
  9. Where controlled sampling of alcohol as part of a university event is allowed by law and University policy, it must be limited as to time and quantity.
  10. For off-campus activities with alcohol, a third party vendor is required.
Guidelines for the Promotion of Events Where Alcohol will be Served
  1. On-campusmarketing and publicity cannot promote the violation ofany University policies.
  2. Marketing materials cannot encourage any form of alcohol abuse nor make reference to the amount of alcoholic beverages available at the event.
  3. Alcoholic beverages cannot be provided as awards to individual students, campus groups, campus organizations or teams.
  4. Sampling of alcohol cannot be used to promote events.
  5. The consumption of alcohol must not be the sole purpose of any promotional activity.
  6. Display or availability of promotional materials must follow the posting policy developed by the Office of Student Engagement (clickherefor policy).
  7. The Office of Student Engagement must approve marketing materials for an event that has alcohol available.

This policy outlines the commitment of èapp to prohibit all forms of hazing. Hazing is antithetical to the mission and values of JCU because it harms, degrades, and dehumanizes members of the èapp community. Therefore, hazing in any form is prohibited and will not be tolerated. In addition, Ohio law prohibits hazing. JCU will investigate and respond to all reports of hazing as outlined in this policy.

Clickfor the full policy document.

Cleaning of the public areas in the academic and administrative buildings on campus is performed Sunday through Thursday nights on 3rd shift. The public spaces in the Student Center and Recreation Complex are primarily cleaned between 2nd and 3rd shift while the private areas (offices, classrooms, private meeting spaces, etc.) are cleaned Sunday through Thursday nights on 3rd shift. Cleaning in the public areas in each of the residence halls is done on a daily basis, including weekends. A schedule for daily trash removal and cleaning of the restrooms will be posted on each restroom door. Students with a concern about cleanliness or maintenance of any area are asked to submit a work request with specific details so the issue can be resolved in a timely manner.

When the housekeeping or the maintenance staff are in a restroom to clean or make repairs, the entrance(s) will be closed and blocked or roped off. It is mandatory that students use another restroom during that time. The university reserves the right to take disciplinary action against any student that violates this policy.

Residence Hall Maintenance Work:

  • Maintenance work in residence hall common areas will normally occur between the hours of 8:00 a. m. and 6:30 p.m. during the academic year. Work in common areas may begin as early as 6:00 a.m. during the summer months.
  • Maintenance work in residence hall student rooms will normally occur between the hours of 10:00 a.m and 6:30 p.m.
  • The Facilities Department will not schedule specific times for maintenance work in residence hall student rooms. All maintenance requests for residence hall student rooms will be performed between the hours of 10:00 a.m and 6:30 p.m as time and priorities allow.
  • Maintenance staff will leave an orange card stating who entered the room, what date and time they were there to complete the requested work, and list the repair that was actually completed or indicate the need to return.
  • True Emergency Work Requests will be addressed ASAP, regardless of the time of day. The RA, HOH on call, and/or JCUPD should be notified for all Emergency Requests.

èapp is committed to participating in the University Heights and Shaker Heights communities in meaningful ways. This includes positively contributing to the experiences of the residents, our neighbors. To this end, the University has developed the Community Relations Policy and Good Neighbor Responsibilities in order to foster positive relationships between èapp students and the residents of University Heights and Shaker Heights.

èapp expects students to abide by the university’s Community Standards which applies to student behavior both on and off campus. As such, èapp expects students to be responsible members of the university and local community and uphold all federal, state, and city laws and ordinances. èapp students are expected to demonstrate thoughtful citizenship, by their conduct and actions, to foster an atmosphere which nurtures positive community relations amongst JCU, University Heights, and Shaker Heights.

If a student living in an off-campus university-sponsored residence is found to be in violation of the Community Standards, the Community Relation Policy, and/or other university policies or regulations (including those outlined in the Residence Life Housing Agreement and any lease with the university property management firm) or to be adversely affecting the university’s relationship with the University Heights or Shaker Heights community, the student will be subject to corrective disciplinary action through the university’s conduct process. The outcome of the disciplinary action will result in appropriate outcomes. Outcomes will vary depending on the nature of the offense. Possible outcomes are not exclusive and may include, but are not limited to educational programs, restitution, fines, housing reassignment, suspension or dismissal from the university. The university’s disposition of individual cases does not preclude criminal prosecution in accordance with federal, state, or local law.

RELEVANT UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS and SHAKER HEIGHTS ORDINANCES: NOISE, NUISANCES, PARKING, TRAFFIC SAFETY

Shaker Heights Ordinances:

  1. Section 1263.25(G): Off-Campus Student Housing
  2. Section 1245.05: Minimum Requirements - Off-Campus Student Housing Overlay District
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University Heights Ordinances:

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Good Neighbor Responsibilities

èapp is located in a suburban environment. University-sponsored housing is located in residential neighborhoods in the cities of University Heights and Shaker Heights. Responsibilities for off-campus conduct have been established in order to uphold standards of behavior that should be demonstrated by èapp students when off campus.

The following responsibilities are consistent with the educational role of the University, the rights and needs of all residents, city ordinances, standards of common courtesy, and maintenance of positive relationships with neighbors. These include, but are not limited to:

  1. Fostering and maintaining good relations and cooperation with neighbors and authorities. Students are encouraged to introduce themselves to their neighbors;
  2. Respecting their neighbors’ lifestyle and remembering that their neighbors’ schedules may be different than theirs;
  3. Being responsible when hosting gatherings;
  4. Being responsible for their conduct and that of their Guests by actively encouraging visitors to adhere to the same standards to which JCU students are held;
  5. Being respectful of and to local community members. Prohibited behavior includes, but is not limited to, littering, public urination, using rude or abusive language, causing excessive noise, and/or illegal or unauthorized parking;
  6. Respecting the rights of others and following all university policies, as well as all laws, and ordinances;
  7. Taking active steps to prevent damage to others’ property;
  8. Being responsible for damage to others’ property;
  9. Being responsible for making reasonable efforts to resolve concerns from neighbors caused by the student;
  10. Using amplified sound in accordance with the applicable laws and ordinances (Shaker Heights: , including ; University Heights: , including ;
  11. If students witness or learn of activities that violate university policy or federal, state, or local law, they should promptly report it to èapp Police Department, the Office of Residence Life, and/or, if appropriate, the relevant city authorities.

èapp’s comprehensive written information security program serves to inform authorized University users of their obligations to protect the technology and information assets of the University. This program describes the technology and information assets that the University seeks to protect and identifies many of the threats to those assets. It also describes user responsibilities and privileges with respect to accessing and using the University’s information. Failure to comply with the policies that are part of the Program may subject you to disciplinary action, in accordance with the applicable University policies and procedures. The complete Cybersecurity Program can be found at /university-committees/university-policies-and-data-retention-schedules#cyber

Students should especially take note of the Sensitive Data and Cybersecurity Policy, Acceptable Use Policy, and the Email Policy.

At èapp, the use of drones or unmanned aircraft systems for recreational use is prohibited on or over University property or at University-related activities. Drones may be used in connection with an academic course, research program, or University employment, if sanctioned and supervised by a èapp staff or faculty member. The Office of Regulatory Affairs and Risk Management, in conjunction with JCUPD, may approve other drone use on a discretionary basis.

Drones are defined as unmanned aircraft flown by a pilot on the ground, typically, but not always, using navigation software or equipment that displays a live video feed, or takes still photographs, from the aircraft.

The full range of disciplinary actions up to and including suspension or dismissal may be considered based on the severity of the violation.

If you have a question about permissible use of a drone or whether a machine qualifies as a drone, or questions about this policy, please contact the office of Regulatory Affairs and Risk Management at (216) 397-1982.

Illegal Drugs

The University prohibits the illegal use, possession, sale, distribution, manufacture, and/or growth of illegal, synthetic, or counterfeit drugs on University premises (includes property operated off the main campus), at any University sponsored event or program (including study abroad, immersion experiences, community service sites, and internship experiences) regardless of where it takes place. Association with (including the presence at) gatherings involving such use, possession, sale, distribution, manufacture or growth is also prohibited. Possession or use of equipment, products, or materials, that are used or are reasonably anticipated to be used in the manufacture, growth, distribution, sale, or use of illegal, synthetic, or counterfeit drugs or in the misuse, sale or distribution of prescription drugs is prohibited. Examples of equipment, products, and materials include but are not limited to bongs (purchased or homemade), pipes, rolling papers, vaporizers, scales, and grinders.

Prescription Drugs

The misuse of prescription and over the counter drugs is not permitted. This includes sharing a prescription with unauthorized persons, selling and or buying a whole or partial prescription to unauthorized persons, intentionally combining a prescription with other substances, possessing/using a prescription drug not prescribed to you, and intentionally exceeding the prescribed dosage of a drug. In addition, storing prescription drugs in an unlabeled or incorrectly labeled container is considered a violation of this policy.

Students found responsible through the conduct process for the sale, distribution, manufacture, and/or growth of illegal, synthetic, and/or counterfeit drugs should expect to be suspended or dismissed from the university. This also applies to students found responsible for the sale and/or distribution of prescription drugs.

Federal & State Law

Members of the University community are expected to be aware of and obey federal, state, and municipal laws or ordinances regulating the use, possession, sale, distribution, manufacture, and/or growth of illegal, synthetic, or counterfeit drugs. When the University is notified of students being cited for violations of law or ordinances by municipal, state, or federal authorities, those students will also face University conduct proceedings. The University reserves the right to take disciplinary action against any student for off-campus behavior that violates this policy.

Students should be aware of the penalties for drug violations. Students who are criminally convicted of drug offenses may lose federal or state financial aid. Students who lose aid due to drug violations can contact the Student Enrollment and Financial Aid Office at (216) 397-4248 to be provided with written notice describing the ways in which the student can regain eligibility.

Medical and Recreational Marijuana

èapp is subject to the federal Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments, a federal law which mandates campus communities be free of controlled substances, including marijuana. Federal law prohibits the use of medicaland recreationalmarijuanaat any ageand in any form, including but not limited to smoking, tinctures, topicals, edibles and oils.

Federal law remains in place despite Ohio state law, which permits medical and recreational marijuana in circumstances outlined in Ohio’s laws. Because of the University’s obligations to comply with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act as a recipient of federal funds, èapp must observe and comply with federal law that requires the University to prohibit any use ofmarijuana,even if permitted by state laws on use of medical or recreational marijuana. Therefore, the use, possession, manufacture, cultivation, dissemination or being under the influence of medicalor recreationalmarijuana on University property or at University-related activitiesor eventsis prohibited.Utilizing recreational marijuana under the age of 21 years old offcampusalsois prohibited.Possessing or distributing drug paraphernalia is also prohibited whether or not the medicalor recreationalmarijuana or paraphernalia was used on-campus.

The University’s Firearms and Other Weapons Policy prohibits any person from possessing, using, buying, selling, carrying, storing or displaying any weapons or replica weapons while on University property.Click here to read the complete policy.

Crime and campus safety are concerns of the entire University community. JCUPD needs the help of the campus community keeping our campus safe by taking responsibility for your safety and that of others. This includes promptly reporting all crimes, student conduct violations, dangerous behavior, suspicious activity, and safety hazards.

Police Officers working for JCUPD investigate crimes and student conduct violations which affect students both on and off campus. All students are required to fully cooperate in these investigations. Campus police and security officers can provide assistance in connecting to campus and community resources, local police, and other services as needed. JCUPD is a ready resource available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A dispatcher can be reached at all times by calling (216) 397-1234.

Traffic Regulations

All persons operating a vehicle are expected to do so in a safe manner, obeying traffic signs, speed limits, and refraining from distracted driving.

Speed limit:The speed limit on campus is fifteen (15) M.P.H. Operating at a speed above this limit is a violation of university policy and subject to a fine of $50.00.

Safe Operation:Vehicles are expected to be operated on campus with due regard to the safety of people and property. Both drivers and pedestrians must be mindful of each other at all times. Drivers are prohibited from the use of electronic wireless devices while driving as well as other distractions while operating any vehicle on campus. Fines for operating a vehicle while distracted or in an unsafe manner are $35.00 to $100.00.

Complying with traffic signs:Vehicles are to be operated/parked on campus in compliance with all traffic control devices/signs. Disregarding the instruction on a traffic control device is a violation of University policy and subject to a fine of $35.00.

Restricted roadways:Roadways on campus may be designated by the posting of appropriate signs for one-way traffic. Operating a vehicle in the opposite direction than designated is a violation of University policy and subject to a fine of $35.00.

Abandoned vehicles:(non-residential students, faculty, staff) If you must leave your car overnight, please notify JCUPD at (216) 397-1234. Parking in excess of 72 hours is a violation of University policy. The driver of any inoperable vehicle must notify JCUPD of the location of the vehicle, nature of the problem and length of time the vehicle is expected to be inoperable.

Parking

Students are expected to be aware of and follow parking rules/regulations/signage and special announcements, available on the Parking at JCU website and notifications publicized through e-mail and Inside JCU communications.Click herefor more information.

At èapp, the safety and welfare of each member of our community is critical. The University encourages students to report medical emergencies and crises when they arise. The University recognizes that a student may be hesitant to report medical emergencies and other crises if the student is engaged in behavior that violates policy during the medical emergency or crisis. This policy seeks to provide students with amnesty from related issues in thestudent conduct process in appropriate situations. This policy cannot provide any additional protection from legal action outside the University.

Amnesty Policy

The University will typically provide a one-time amnesty to individuals who ask for assistance when experiencing a medical emergency or crisis, are assisted by others who seek help for them in a medical emergency or crisis, help others get help in a crisis, or proactively reach out to university personnel/resources for help due to behavior that violates University policy.While students will be asked to complete wellness coaching following the incident, the student(s) will not be asked to participate in a conduct process. Information related to an incident where amnesty is granted may be used in subsequent disciplinary processes to establish the seriousness of repeated behavior or support a conduct violation for failing to comply with educational interventions. In all cases, amnesty may be denied to individuals who engage in behavior thatcauses egregious harm, contributed to the underlying issue by providing drugs or alcohol to others in violation of University policy, have repeated qualifying incidents, or who are otherwise deemed inappropriate for amnesty under this policy.The Director of Community Standards and Student Wellbeing or their designee will make determinations regarding who qualifies for medical amnesty.

Self-Reporting

In order to qualify for amnesty for self-reporting, the individual or someone acting on their behalf must proactively reach out to an RA or JCUPD (216) 397-1234 for on campus emergencies or 911 for off-campus emergencies and they must cooperate fully with emergency and University personnel involved in the situation.

Example 1: An underage student has consumed several alcoholic drinks in a short time period and contacts an RA or JCUPD to receive medical attention after beginning to slur speech and lose the ability to walk normally.

Example 2: An underage student has been drinking and was sexually assaulted and contacts an RA or JCUPD.

Example 3: A student smokes marijuana and experiences harmful side effects because the student recently started a new prescription.The student asks a friend to call the RA on-call.

Reporting to Assist Others

In order to qualify for amnesty when offering help and assistance to others in crisis, the student rendering aid must do all of the following:

  • Make a good-faith call for medical or emergency help on behalf of another student, èapp community member, or guest, whether on-campus or off-campus. A good faith call involves calling an RA or JCUPD (216) 397-1234 for on-campus emergencies or 911 for off-campus emergencies.
  • Remain with the individual needing medical treatment and cooperate with emergency personnel.
  • Meet with University officials after the incident and cooperate with any investigation of the incident.

Example 1: A student arrives back on campus after drinking at a house party and notices another student lying unconscious on a bench just off the quad. The student calls JCUPD to seek help for the unconscious student and waits for JCUPD to arrive and provide further instruction.

Example 2: A student walks out of a residence hall and starts to smoke marijuana on the quad. A fight breaks out on the quad between two students. The student calls JCUPD to intervene and waits for JCUPD to arrive and provide further instruction. Please note: this policy would not apply if the student who started the fight called to report the fight.

Only the student calling to report the concern would qualify for medical amnesty in the above examples. If the student requiring medical attention asks someone to call for help, both students may qualify for medical amnesty.

Safe Harbor Amnesty

The University encourages students who are struggling with substance abuse or a mental health crisis to receive help. If any student freely brings their own substance use, addiction, dependency, or mental health issue to the attention of University officials, they will typically be entitled to amnesty protections under this policy.

A written plan may be used to track cooperation with the Safe Harbor amnesty. In addition to the normal conditions applicable to amnesty, a failure to follow the action plan may result in the removal of amnesty protections or other interventions to protect the student and/or others.

èapp is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion as constitutive elements of our Jesuit Catholic identity. As reflected in the University’s vision, mission, core values and strategic initiatives, the University welcomes individuals who will contribute to its mission and goals. Our pursuit of excellence demands that we come to understand and embrace the richness that each person brings to the University community.

In a manner consistent with the University's Jesuit Catholic mission, the University maintains and enforces a policy of equal opportunity. èapp does not discriminate based on any of the following as defined and protected by applicable law: race, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, military or veteran status protected under federal law, or genetic information. Discrimination and bias against members of the University community strikes at the very heart of this institution and will not be tolerated by any student, employee, contractor, visitor, or volunteer.

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The conduct expectations in the Community Standards Manual are fully applicable to off-campus behavior. The University reserves the right to investigate, review, and subsequently take University disciplinary action for the behavior of èapp students in off-campus settings when such behavior is believed to have an impact on the èapp community, is inconsistent with the conduct and character expectations for èapp Students, disrupts the living and learning environment, or affects the integrity of the University. The decision to take action in such cases will be determined by the Director of Community Standards and Student Wellbeing or designee, who may investigate these allegations and make referrals to the conduct process if they determine that there is sufficient information to support moving forward with conduct processes. This provision is also applicable to students participating in service, studying abroad, participating in immersion trips, participating in student teaching or internships, participating in conferences or retreats, and/or visiting other colleg