How to Appeal

If you disagree with the “responsible” findings or any of the Sanctions assigned, you can submit a written notice of appeal to the Office of Student Accountability within seven (7) calendar days of the Decision of Hearing Letter by clicking the link in your letter. 

• The reasons for appeal are limited. Please see below for the reasons you can select: 

• • There has been an alleged violation of your rights as a Respondent.
  • The sanction(s) given are outside the University’s sanction range for such violations and/or not justified by the nature of the offense. 
  • New and significant evidence that was not available at the time of the hearing has developed and could influence the outcome. 
  • An objective view of the information available does not support a finding of responsibility under the preponderance of evidence standard. 

• The Dean of Students designee has the authority to deny a student’s appeal if it does not meet the following criteria: 
  • If it was not submitted within the designated time frame (7 calendar days from the date of the decision). 
  • If it was not submitted in writing and signed by the student through the electronic submission via the link above.
  • If one of the four (4) appeal grounds was not selected.
  • If the student did not provide a detailed discussion and supporting evidence for the chosen appeal reason.
  • If the student waived the right to an appeal in writing through electing a Hearing in Absence. 

• If your appeal is approved, the sanctions (other than interim or supportive measures) will not be put into effect until the AUCB makes a final decision. However, sanctions may be applied retroactively to the date of the Decision of Hearing. 

Please click here to find a printable guide for Appealing a Conduct Decision.