Requesting an Advisor

The University of Arkansas Code of Student Life allows a student to select one individual to be present, advise, and support them throughout the Student Conduct Process. An advisor or support person may be defined as: a friend, a family member, and a member of the university community or an attorney. It is the student’s responsibility to request and obtain the services of an advisor/support person. University officials are neither required nor obligated to act as advisors/support persons and hearings will not be scheduled based on advisor availability. The advisor or support person may not speak on behalf of the student throughout the disciplinary process. This includes but is not limited to; address the Hearing Officer or Hearing Panel, present evidence, make objections or statements, ask questions of any party or witness, or otherwise participate in the hearing, beyond privately communicating with the party that the advisor is supporting.

If the student has received a suspension of ten (10) or more days or expulsion, the advisor or support person may fully participate during the disciplinary appeal process.

The advisor, upon request of the student, may: 
1. Advise the student concerning the preparation and presentation of their case. The advisor may not speak for the student.
2. Accompany the student to all disciplinary proceedings. The student is limited to the presence of one advisor, who shall not speak for the student.

If a student cannot provide an advisor on their own and would like to request one, they may do so through the Student Processes Advocate Team using this form. More information about this team can found on the U of A Cares website.