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Policy/Regulation

Policy Description

Academic Grade Grievance Policy

Formal process for students to grieve a final grade in an undergraduate or graduate course

Academic Integrity Code

Defines honorable conduct, outlines attendant rights and responsibilities, and describes procedures for handling allegations of academic misconduct

Academic Regulations

Comprehensive guide to academic policies and procedures

Alcohol Service at University Events

Guidelines for alcohol service at University sponsored events

Amplified Sound

Policy applies to all forms of sound increased by electronic means and produced in association with outdoor activities on property supervised by AU

Animals in Campus Buildings

Policy prohibiting animals in campus buildings, with exceptions noted

Campus Violence Prevention

Defines violent and threatening behavior and lays out campus responsibilities

Confidentiality of Student Records

Protecting the content of student education records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

Discrimination and Non-Title IX Sexual Misconduct

Policy on Discrimination, Discriminatory Harassment, Sexual Harassment, Dating and Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking

Drug Policy

Establishes restrictions on controlled substances, illegal drugs, and illegal drug paraphernalia, as defined under local and/or federal law, in the university community

Electronic Mass Communication Policy

Governs the distribution of electronic communications to large groups of AU users

FERPA Policy

About the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. See "Confidentiality of Student Records"

Freedom of Expression and Expressive Conduct

Establishes protections for freedom of expression and dissent for all members of the University community - students, faculty, staff, and hosted visitors

Hazing

Defines and prohibits hazing on and off campus

International Travel Policy

Travel policy applicable to faculty, staff, and students

Good Neighbor Guidelines

Sets standards for good neighbor relations

Lobbying and Political Activities

Restrictions and certification regarding lobbying and political activities

Medical Transports: Alcohol and Other Drugs

Establishes the University's protocol for managing medical transports prompted by students' use of alcohol and other drugs

Missing Student Notification Policy

Establishes notification procedure for missing resident students

Name and Gender Identity Policy

Guidance for the establishment of a chosen name and/or gender within AU’s information systems for AU students.

Parental Notification of Incidents and Disciplinary Action Involving the Use or Possession of Alcohol or Other Controlled Substance

Establishes the conditions under which the University will notify parents or guardians about student incidents and disciplinary violations involving the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance

Parking Policy

Parking on University property

Participating in Commencement

Guidelines for student participating in AU commencement ceremonies

Petitions to Waive or Refund Tuition and Fees

Applies to students' requests for exceptions to the University's tuition refund policy or waivers of student fees

Posting Materials Policy

Rules for posting advertisements and notices around campus

Purchasing Card

Policy for the use of AU corporate VISA purchase card

Responsible Use of University Technology Resources Policy

Prohibits individuals from accessing or attempting to access any account, file, and/or software for which they do not have specific authorization

Responsible Use of University Website and Content Management System

Expectations to ensure quality, manage risk, and present the University's web content to users in the most effective ways

Scholarly Misconduct

Standard for scholarly, creative, and professional activities at AU

Student Conduct Code

Policy for nonacademic conduct offenses; applies to all students, recognized student organizations, and provisionally recognized student groups

Student Payment Policy

Policy that describes the categories of student payment that support their education and non-education related activities

Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy

Sexual Harassment, Dating and Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Related To Title IX

Tobacco and Smoke Free Policy

Prohibition of tobacco products on campus

Trademark Usage

Policy dictates the appropriate use of AU trademarks and logos

Travel Expense Policy

Sets guidelines under which AU faculty, staff, and students can seek reimbursement for appropriate business related travel expenses

University Facility and Personnel Operating Status

AU operating status during emergencies

Ethical standards and regulations governing academic, clinical, and co-curricular programs

Whistleblower Policy

Encourage and enable good-faith reports by University employees and others of observed or suspected misconduct or noncompliance with law or with University policies and procedures

Zip Car

Policy for the safe access and use of vehicles for official AU business; applies to AU faculty, staff, and students age eighteen and over

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