Penalties for Misconduct

The following sanctions may be imposed for misconduct.

1. Admonition: An oral or written statement to a student that he or she is violating or has violated College rules and may be subject to more severe disciplinary action unless the violation ceases, or is not repeated. An admonition is an immediate action which may be administered by the Dean of Student Success without further review.
2. Disciplinary Probation: A contract governing student behavior is required stating conditions of probation. Exclusion from participation in the extracurricular activities of the College, including the holding of a student office, for a period of time not to exceed one school year.
3. Restitution: Required reimbursement for damage to or misappropriation of property.
4. Suspension: Exclusion from attending the College as a student for a definite period of time not to exceed one year.
5. Dismissal: Termination of student status for an indefinite period. The conditions of re-admission, if any, will be stated in the offer of dismissal.
6. Interim Suspension: If in the opinion of the Dean of Student Success, the presence of a student poses a serious threat of harm to person or property, the Dean of Student Success may immediately suspend the student.

Suspended Student Restriction: No student who has been suspended for disciplinary reasons from the college will be permitted on the campus of the college during the suspension period without prior written approval of the Dean of Student Success. In addition, any student who wishes to transfer to Southwest but is under a misconduct penalty from another institution will not be considered for admission until 1 term after the penalty expires.