5.13 STUDENT BEHAVIOUR

5.13.4 PENALTIES

5.13.4.1 General

Determination of the penalty for acts of misconduct will be done on a case-by-case basis with consideration for similar previous incidents.  In determining the appropriate penalty, consideration will also be given to the extent of the misconduct, whether there have been previous cases of misconduct, and other mitigating or aggravating circumstances. A repeat case of academic misconduct will normally result in a more severe penalty and may include expulsion.

Withdrawal from the University while an alleged Violation is being investigated does not prevent the subsequent rendering of a disciplinary decision and assignment of a penalty if the misconduct is substantiated.

There may be academic and financial consequences for misconduct, including an appropriate notation on the Student’s transcript, and no refund of fees.

5.13.4.2 Academic Misconduct

The possible penalties for an act of academic misconduct include any one or more of the following, or another appropriate penalty at the discretion of the Dean:

• reduction of a grade on an assignment, essay, report or examination
  
• notation on the student’s file
  
• zero credit on an assignment, essay, report or examination
  
• reduction of a grade in a course
  
• zero credit in a course
  
• a grade of XF (academic misconduct)
  
• loss and/or repayment of scholarships and other awards
  
• requirement to take a course in ethics
  
• suspension or expulsion from a program
  
• suspension or expulsion from the University
  
• withholding or rescission of a credential

Penalties for acts of academic misconduct in connection with a particular course are assigned by the Dean or designate of the faculty offering the course.  The penalty for other acts of academic misconduct is assigned by the Dean or designate of the student’s faculty or college.

5.13.4.3 Non-Academic Misconduct

The possible penalties for an act of non-academic misconduct may include any one or more of the following, or another appropriate penalty at the discretion of the Associate Vice-President (Student Affairs):

• forfeiture of fees
  
• restitution for damage
  
• fines
  
• if not in violation of any collective bargaining agreement, University community service or remedial
• measures may be considered
  
• alternative dispute resolution
  
• loss of, and/or requirement to repay, scholarships or other awards
  
• probation
  
• eviction from residence
  
• restriction of access or use of any University facilities, equipment or services
  
• expulsion from the Co-op program
  
• suspension
  
• termination of any internship, practicum or research project, without any refund of fees
  
• expulsion
  
• exclusion from campus

University penalties for acts of non-academic misconduct are assigned by the Associate Vice-President (Student Affairs).