University Student Disciplinary Committee

The Committee shall oversee the fair and impartial consideration of alleged breaches of

university rules, regulations, codes of conduct, and policies by students, and recommend to

impose appropriate disciplinary sanctions, where necessary.

Purpose

Chair

Members

Chairperson (appointed by the University Chancellor).

The Committee shall consist of:

 Chairperson (appointed by the University Chancellor).

 Faculty representatives.

 Student Affairs representative(s).

 Legal or governance representative (where applicable).

Term of office

Review of Terms of Reference

These Terms of Reference shall be reviewed periodically and amended as required by the University's governing authority.

Frequency of Meetings

Meetings shall be convened as required by the Chairperson.

The Committee shall maintain records of proceedings and provide periodic reports to the relevant university authority while protecting student confidentiality.

Reporting to

The Committee shall maintain records of proceedings and provide periodic reports to the
relevant university authority while protecting student confidentiality.

Quorum

A quorum shall consist of at least fifty percent of voting members, including the

Chairperson or designated deputy.

Decision-Making & Voting Right

Decisions shall be made by majority vote of members present and voting.

 In the event of a tie, the Chairperson shall have a casting vote.

Responsibilities

The Committee shall:

1. Receive and consider cases of alleged student misconduct referred to it by College

Student Disciplinary Committee.

2. Conduct disciplinary hearings in accordance with the principles of natural justice and

procedural fairness.

3. Review evidence, hear witnesses, and consider representations from the student

concerned.

4. Determine whether a breach of university regulations has occurred.

5. Recommend to impose sanctions or make recommendations on disciplinary actions as

authorized by university regulations.

6. Recommend corrective, educational, or rehabilitative measures, where appropriate.

7. Ensure consistency in the application of disciplinary policies.

8. Maintain confidentiality regarding disciplinary proceedings.

9. Submit reports and recommendations to the appropriate university authority.

10. Review disciplinary procedures and recommend policy improvements, when

necessary.

Scope of Jurisdiction

The Committee shall have jurisdiction over all cases of alleged student misconduct, including

but not limited to:

 Academic misconduct and violations of academic integrity policies.

 Harassment, bullying, discrimination, or any form of abusive or inappropriate

behaviour.

 Disorderly, disruptive, lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct, gestures, or remarks.

 Illegal or criminal activities that affect the University community or interfere with

university operations.

 Conduct that disrupts teaching, learning, research, examinations, or any other

University activity.

 Failure to comply with the lawful directions or instructions of authorized University

officials.

 Misuse of University facilities, equipment, resources, information systems, or

services.

 Violations of residence hall, campus housing, or other University regulations.

 Making false accusations of misconduct against any member of the University

community.

 Making false reports relating to emergencies, catastrophes, or other incidents.

 Forgery, falsification, alteration, misuse, or unauthorized use of University, College,

or personal records, documents, or identification.

 Unauthorized possession, use, theft, or misappropriation of university property or the

property of others.

 Damage, destruction, or vandalism of university property or the property of others.

 Any other act or omission that violates University policies, regulations, codes of

conduct, or disciplinary rules.

Hearing Procedures

The Committee shall ensure that:

 Students are informed of allegations in writing.

 Students are given reasonable notice of hearings.

 Students have an opportunity to respond to allegations and present evidence.

 Decisions are based on evidence presented during the proceedings.

Sanctions

Possible sanctions may include:

 Written warning or reprimand.

 Restitution or compensation for damages.

 Disciplinary probation.

 Suspension from specific activities or facilities.

 Suspension from the University.

 Expulsion from University Hostel

 Expulsion.

 Any other sanctions permitted by university regulations or corrective measures

recommended by the university.

Appeals

Students shall have the right to appeal disciplinary decisions in accordance with established

university appeal procedures and within prescribed timelines.