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A restorative conference may include an inquiry into the facts but typically does not include a formal investigation. The goal of a restorative conference is to co-construct a reparative agreement in order to move forward past the incident in a healthy, productive way. All restorative conferences occur virtually and are facilitated by trained AU restorative conference facilitators. Before a restorative conference can be scheduled, an intake meeting is needed to prepare students for the process and gather any necessary details.

It's a written document co-constructed by those involved in a restorative conference that outlines a plan on how to move forward or a plan of action to repair the harm or impact.  

During a disciplinary conference process, the option to participate in a restorative conference may be presented if the incident is appropriate according to the procedures outlined in the Student Conduct CodeÌý(²õ±ð±ð Section XIV. Procedures for Restorative Conferences).

No, the participation of all parties in a restorative process must be voluntary. If any party withdraws, this may impact the ability of a restorative process to continue.

The restorative process is dependent upon voluntary participation, therefore if someone withdraws from the process, the process may not be viable.  If a restorative process fails, the case will move forward in a disciplinary proceeding.  However, information shared in a restorative process will not be used in a formal proceeding if the restorative process is not successful. 

No, if the restorative process is successful OSARP will not retain a disciplinary record for resolving the incident restoratively. However, if the restorative process is not successful and is resolved through a disciplinary proceeding, it may result in a disciplinary record.