Student Conduct Code

Students at CSU-Pueblo are expected to maintain high standards of academic honesty.

The Dean of Student Life and Development, or his/or designee, is responsible for promoting observance of student code of conduct, enforcing the standards, and administering sanctions for violations of the code. If it is determined that a student has violated a University regulation, a sanction may be imposed. Sanctions range from warning to expulsion from the University. Decisions made by the Dean of Student Live and Development, or his/her designee may be appealed to the Campus Appeals Board, the highest hearing and appeal board for academic matter at the University.

Students participating in the University's intercollegiate athletic programs are also subject to the Athletic Department's Code of conduct.

Details of the hearing process are contained in the Student Conduct Code - Policies and Procedures Manual  which contain a detailed explanation and description of institutional disciplinary philosophy, rules and regulations. Decisions involving academic infractions, appeals, etc., must follow the procedures established by the academic division of the University.

Members of the Colorado State University-Pueblo community are expected to observe the laws of the City of Pueblo, the State of Colorado, and the Federal Government, and to respect the rights and privileges of other members of the community. CSU-Pueblo students, non-students, faculty, and staff, upon entrance to the University, neither gain nor lose any of their rights or responsibilities of citizenship. As a community, CSU-Pueblo has the obligation to establish those regulations that best serve and protect its integrity as an institution of higher learning.
Any student or student organization found to have committed or to have attempted to commit the following misconduct is subject to disciplinary sanction:

1. Academic dishonesty including but not limited to: cheating, plagiarism, unauthorized possession or disposition of academic materials, falsification, or facilitation of acts of dishonesty. Specific procedures for cases of academic dishonesty are also described in the Academic Policies in the General Catalog, the Faculty Handbook, or the Honor Code of the Nursing Program as applicable.
2. Knowingly furnishing false information to any University official, faculty member, office, or organization or intentionally initiating or causing to be initiated any false report, warning or threat of fire, explosion, or other emergency.
3. Forgery, altercation, misuse, mutilation, or unauthorized removal of any University document, record, identification, educational material, or property.
4. Disruption or obstruction of teaching, classroom or other educational interactions, research, administration or disciplinary proceedings, or participation in an activity that disrupts normal University activities, and/or threatens property or bodily harm or intentionally interferes with the right of access to University facilities or freedom of movement of any person on campus.
5. Engaging in behavior or activities that obstruct the right of free speech or expression of any person on campus. (For more information, refer to the CSU-Pueblo policy on Freedom of Expression and Inquiry, which addresses student rights and responsibilities related to political expression, and contact the Office of Dean of Student Life and Development if you believe you have been treated differently because of your political, or other, perspectives.)
6. Abusive conduct, including physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, stalking, hazing, coercion, and/or other conduct which threatens or endangers the physical or psychological health, safety, or welfare of one's self, another individual or a group of individuals.
7. Harassment of any member of the University community, meaning verbal or physical harassment on the basis of gender, race sexual orientation, age, religion, or physical disability. (Refer to the CSU-Pueblo Sexual Harassment Policy and contact the Office of Affirmative Action for more information on these issues.)
8. Sexual misconduct including but not limited to: obscene, lewd, or indecent behavior; deliberate observation of others for sexual purposes without their consent; taking or posting of photographs/images of a sexual nature without consent; possession or distribution of illegal pornography; viewing or posting pornography in public venues; non-consensual contact or penetration; engaging in coercion or constraint; or engaging in sexual activity with a person who is incapacitated or otherwise unable to give consent.
9. Rioting: aiding, abetting, encouraging, participating in or inciting a riot. Failing to disperse at the direct request of police/sheriff or University officials.
10. Failure to comply with the verbal or written directions of any University officials or law enforcement officers acting in the performance of their duties and in the scope of their employment, or resisting police/sheriff officers while acting in the performance of their duties, including failure to identify oneself to these persons when requested to do so.
11. Attempted or actual theft of, damage to, use of, or possession of other person's or University property or identity or unauthorized use of such; unauthorized entry, use, or occupation of University facilities, property, or vehicles; or unauthorized possession, duplication, or use of University keys or access devices.
12. Use or possession on University property of firearms or simulated weapons; other weapons such as blades larger than pocket knives; ammunition or explosives; dangerous chemicals, substances, or materials; or bombs, or incendiary devices prohibited by law. Use of any such item, even if legally possessed, in a manner that harms, threatens, or causes fear to others.
13. Violation of any rules, contracts, or agreements governing residence in or use of University owned, controlled or affiliated property, or other authorized special events. Violation of any University policy, rule or regulation, which is published in hard copy or available electronically on the University Website.
14. Unauthorized soliciting or selling in violation of the University solicitation policy.
15. Violation or conviction of any federal or state law or local ordinance.
16. Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution of alcoholic beverages except as expressly permitted by law or University policy. Alcoholic beverages may not be used by, possessed by, or distributed to any person under twenty one (21) years of age. Public intoxication is not permitted on University property.
17. Use, possession, manufacturing, or distribution of illegal drugs including but not limited to marijuana, narcotics, methamphetamine, cocaine, opiates, LSD, mushrooms, heroin, designer drugs such as Ecstasy and GHB, or other controlled prescribed, or for use other that the prescribed purpose. Possession or use of drug paraphernalia but not limited to equipment, products, and materials used to cultivate, manufacture, distribute, or use illegal drugs.
18. Abuse of computer facilities or technological resources including but not limited to: unauthorized entry to or use of computers, access codes, telephones and identifications belonging to the University or other members of the University community; unauthorized entry to a file to use, read, transfer, or change the contents, or for any other purpose; interfering or disrupting the work of any University member; sending abusive or obscene messages or images; disrupting the normal operation of the University computing systems; violating copyright laws; or any other violation of the University Technology policies.
19. Abuse of the Student Conduct system including; failure to obey the notice to appear for a meeting or hearing; falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of information; disruption or interference with the orderly conduct of a hearing; or witnesses or limitations related to access to specific facilities; harassment or intimidation of any person involved in a conduct proceeding; failure to comply with disciplinary sanctions or requirements.
20. Assisting, conspiring, or inciting others to commit any act of misconduct set forth in 1 through 19 above.

Group Offenses

1. Societies, clubs, or similar organized groups in or recognized by the University are subject to the same CSU-Pueblo Student Conduct Code as those for individuals in the community.
2. The knowing failure of any organized group to exercise preventive measures relative to violations of the CSU-Pueblo Student Conduct Code by member will constitute a group offense.

Violations of Law on Campus

University disciplinary proceedings may be instituted against a student or student organization charged with a violation of federal, state, or local criminal law and this Student Conduct Code without regard to the settlement of civil or criminal litigation in court or criminal arrest and/or prosecution.

Proceedings under the Student Conduct Code may be carried out prior to, simultaneously with, or following off campus civil or criminal proceedings at the discretion of Dean of Student Life and Development or her or his designee Student Conduct Administrator. Determinations made or sanctions imposed under this Student Conduct Code shall not be subject to change because criminal or civil charges arising out of the same facts giving rise to violations of University rules were dismissed, reduced, or resolved in favor of or against the criminal or civil law defendant.

To protect its educational mission, the University takes a firm stand concerning violations of law on campus. The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office located at the Colorado State University-Pueblo campus is charged with the responsibility of maintaining law and order at Colorado State University-Pueblo and for enforcing all laws, local ordinances and regulations of the University, except when such enforcement is, by such law, made the responsibility of another department, official or agency.

Deliberate illegal activity, which comes to the attention of CSU-Pueblo officials, is not tolerated. An offense requiring police action may also be treated internally as a University disciplinary matter. A full document detailing police policies and statistics is available from the police upon request. Contact 719.549.2373.