The student conduct system at Dominican University is designed to adjudicate violations of Dominican rules and policies. The system reflects Dominican’s mission of respect for the individual and concern for the community. Further, it represents the concept that a disciplinary process should, in fact, be an educational experience that fosters responsibility for one’s individual actions, as well as the way the community functions. The prevailing guideline in student discipline must be that of fundamental fairness and education.


Our goal is to educate students about policies, community standards, and their responsibilities as members of Dominican University and the greater society, while considering the safety of the entire college community.
 
If this is an emergency, please call 911 and/or the Dominican University Office of Public Safety at 845-848-4061.
 
This form is for the use of Dominican University students, faculty and staff to report an incident, concern or possible violation of the Student Code of Conduct. 
Upon receipt, the appropriate office will review the information provided and address the issue reported. Please be aware that you and the identified other person(s) may be contacted to provide further information and/or assistance.
 
Questions regarding the completion of this form can be directed to the Student Development Office at 845-848-4080 or the Office of Residence Life at 845-848-7601.
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Dominican College Policy Manual

The health and safety of Dominican College students is always of our highest priority. However, students or others may be reluctant to get immediate medical or other professional assistance or provide it to others, because of concerns that their own behavior may be a violation of College rules or regulations. To minimize any hesitation students may have in obtaining help for themselves or others due to these concerns, Student Development has developed the following "Good Samaritan" approach:

Whenever a student assists an intoxicated individual in procuring the assistance of local or state police, security staff, residence life staff, or other medical professionals, neither the intoxicated individual, nor the individual who assists will be subject to disciplinary action (such as probation or removal from the residence hall) with respect to the alcohol incident. This provision does not preclude disciplinary action regarding other violations, such as theft, sexual harassment/assault, vandalism, etc. Individuals who are combative or not cooperative with the student, staff member, or medical professionals assisting will not be eligible for this provision.

 

This provision offers a health-related response to the incident rather than a disciplinary consequence and does not excuse or protect those individuals that deliberately or repeatedly violate the Alcohol Policy. In order for this policy to apply, the intoxicated student must agree to timely referral to Prevention and Education Services for completion of alcohol education activities, assessment, and/or treatment referral depending on the level of concern for student’s health and safety. Additionally, the College reserves the right to notify parents and/or guardians of alcohol and/or drug incidents in accordance with our policies. Serious or repeated incidents will prompt a higher degree of medical concern. Failure to comply with and complete recommended follow-up by Prevention and Education Services may result in disciplinary action and could prompt the imposition of a medical withdrawal. The Good Samaritan provision does not limit the authority of law enforcement personnel or Residence Life staff to act as required at the time of an alleged violation.

For more information on the College's Alcohol and Drug policies, please refer to the Student Code of Conduct.

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What is the purpose of the Student Code of Conduct?

The purpose of the conduct system at Dominican University is to adjudicate violations of Dominican rules and policies. The system reflects Dominican’s mission of respect for the individual and concern for the community. Further, it represents the concept that a disciplinary process should, in fact, be an educational experience that fosters responsibility for one’s individual actions, as well as the way the community functions. The prevailing guideline in student discipline must be that of fundamental fairness and education.

 

Our goal is to educate students about policies, community standards, and their responsibilities as members of Dominican College and the greater society, while considering the safety of the entire University community.

 

What policies should students be aware of?
It is every student's responsibility to know and obey federal, state, and local laws in addition to the Dominican University policies found in the Student Handbook.

 

What does it mean to be “written up” or “documented”?

When a student is “written up” or “documented” their name is included within a written statement called an Incident Report. The Incident Report simply details the situation by recording those present and what was witnessed by the staff member. Being “written up” or “documented” does not imply that you are "in trouble." Each Incident Report is reviewed and a determination will be made on who is required to go through the hearing process. A hearing will be held to determine whether a conduct violation has occurred.

 

What happens when a student is charged with a conduct violation?
Students accused of committing an alleged violation are notified and given their procedural rights in writing by a conduct officer. At the time of the meeting, procedural rights may be reviewed and students are asked to plea either responsible or not responsible for the alleged violation. After the student plea is recorded, the conduct officer will proceed with the remainder of the meeting. Students and parents are encouraged to contact the Assistant Dean for Student Development with questions about the conduct process and procedural rights.

 

Will parents be notified if a student is charged with a violation?
The philosophy of Dominican University in dealing with students who violate University policies is to work to solve the problem, focus on educating the students and holding them accountable for their actions. The University relies on the professional judgment of the student development staff to resolve these issues by assessing each student’s situation and proceeding with the appropriate action. The Vice President for Student Development/Dean of Students and Assistant Dean have the authority to determine when and by what means to notify parents or guardians when students have committed serious or repeated violations of University policies and/or local and state laws.

 

I am, or know someone who is a victim of an assault, harassment, or theft. What should I/he/she do?

-Contact the Dominican University Public Safety Department to file an incident report. The Public Safety Department is located Casey Hall and can be reached at 914-403-7531.

 

-Contact the Student Development Office to file an incident report and/or meet with the Assistant Dean for Student Development. The Dean will review the student's rights; explain the conduct process, and present additional options the student has for reporting the incident.

 

How are sanctions determined?

-Our goal in sanctioning is to educate students on policies, decision-making, and risk-reduction strategies.

-Sanctions are determined based on the violation, the student's previous conduct history (if applicable), the student's perceived needs, and the guidelines of the Student Handbook.

 

What does that mean when a student is placed on Probation?

-Probation means that the student has a record with the Student Development office. This does not affect his/her academics in any way and is not reflected on the student's transcript.

 

If a student violates College policy and found responsible while on probation then his or her sanction will be more severe. Repeated violations of Dominican University policy could result in a student's suspension from the residence halls and/or the University.

 

I think my son/daughter has a problem with alcohol or drugs. How can the College help?
Encourage your student to contact the Prevention and Education Coordinator, Eileen Piccininni or someone in the Student Development office. We can provide resources on campus and referrals to resources in the local community. Below is contact information for on-campus resources:

Eileen Piccininni, Prevention & Education Coordinator

Eileen.piccininni@duny.edu, 845-848-4030

Jonathan Delgado
Assistant Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
Rosary Hall
(845) 848-4080
Jonathan.delgado@duny.edu