Non-Academic Student Conduct

Information about the Center for Student Accountability, Growth, and Education (formerly the Office of Student Conduct), how to address student incidents, and related resources.

Center for Student Accountability, Growth, and Education (formerly the Office of Student Conduct)

The Center for Student Accountability, Growth, and Education(SAGE) directs the non-academic student conduct process by partnering with the campus community to administer a fair and educational process, facilitate student growth and development, and maintain the integrity of our community through accountability.

The University Standards of Conduct (Standards) applies to students and student organizations on campus and at university events, and off-campus when their conduct adversely affects the UC San Diego Community and/or the pursuit of the University's objectives, as determined by the Vice Chancellor - Student Affairs. It also applies to a student's conduct if they withdraw from the University after the conduct allegedly occurred and may apply to an incoming student who has not yet begun classes, but has applied for admission to UC San Diego.

The following conduct, including attempts to engage or aid in such conduct, are example violations of the Standards:

• Disrupting and/or obstructing University Supported Activities (e.g. teaching and advising)
• Failing to Comply with the directions of University Officials (e.g. faulty and staff)
• Fabricating information and forgery of documents
• Harassment, stalking of a non-sexual nature, and unwanted personal contact
• Physical abuse, physical assault and conduct threatening the health or safety of any person
• Theft and/or damage to University property, or personal property while on University grounds
• Unauthorized entry and/or use of University properties (e.g. locked classrooms, computers, accounts, etc.)

The most common concerns reported by faculty and staff are students failing to comply with directives, disrupting University Supported Activities (e.g. class instruction), and unwanted personal contact.

Addressing Student Incidents

If you have witnessed or experienced a potential non-academic student conduct incident, we advise you to contact SAGE to discuss your potential options for addressing the incident:

• To report a violation of the : Submit an Incident Report Form.
  • If a student reports conduct by another student to you that may violate the University of Standards of Conduct, please refer them to our office to discuss their reporting options as soon as possible.
• To address inappropriate behavior, that may not yet be a violation:
  1. Address the behavior with the student as soon as possible (Unless your immediate health or safety is compromised, then dial 911).
  2. Follow-up with the student via email. A sample can be viewed here: Sample email regarding inappropriate behavior (PDF).
     1. Briefly summarize your conversation and areas of concern.
     2. Reiterate your expectations of the student.
     3. Notify them that future incidents may be referred to the Center for Student Accountability, Growth, and Education.
  3. Copy SAGE on the email so we are aware of your follow-up action(s).
  4. Any further incidents should be reported through our online Incident Report Form.
  5. Inform your department and divisional chairs, as well as other appropriate faculty or staff as required in your departmental policies.

Complications may arise when behavior is never addressed, only addressed informally (e.g. a series of verbal warnings or none at all), or receipt of a report is delayed. Example complications include escalating behavior or limited options to address the behavior, depending on the situation. Proactively addressing concerning behavior gives us more flexibility in supporting and advising you.

Related resources

SAGE works closely with key campus partners. Depending on the nature of your concern, we may recommend one or more of the following resources as a supplement or alternative to our process.

• Academic Integrity Office: Addresses incidents involving academic integrity.
• CARE at the Sexual Assault & Violence Prevention Resource Center: Provides confidential victim advocacy and counseling.
• Dean of Student Affairs for the Student's College of Registration: Manages the non-academic misconduct, academic integrity and student of concern reports for the students of their college in partnership with the relevant offices.
• Employee Relations: Advises on and assists with, matters relating to workplace conflict, policy interpretation and employee programs administration. For student employees, contact Mary Lewis at (858) 534-0150.
• General Counsel: Consults on legal advice & compliance.
• Office for the Prevention of Harassment & Discrimination: Addresses alleged violations of sexual violence, sexual harassment, relationship violence, stalking of a sexual or romantic nature, invasions of sexual privacy, bias-related incidents, and discrimination involving faculty, staff, and students.
• Office of the Ombuds: Provides confidential conflict resolution services.
• Student Affairs Case Management Services / Triton Concern Line: (858) 246-1111; Report non-emergency, students of concern for additional support.
• UC San Diego Police Department: Address incidents involving crimes and/or emergencies.