October 13, 2003
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on October 12, 2003. The board has found you not in violation of LUCC legislation IV.D. 3.01: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in theft.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. Although you were found not in violation, the board hopes you understand that you need to respect the rights of others, which includes demonstrating an active concern for others' property, if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
The complainants appealed the decision to President Warch. He requested that the Judicial Board re-hear the case with new information. At the conclusion of the second hearing, the following letter was issued.
October 30, 2003
President Warch
Sampson House
Dear President Warch,
At your request the Judicial Board met on October 29, 2003 to hear additional information in the case against ________ that was filed by ________, ________, and ________. After hearing testimony from the new witness, the Judicial Board recommends that you overturn our original decision and find ________ in violation of the Social Code IV.D.3.01 Disruptive Behavior: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in theft.
The Judicial Board recommends that you place ________ on disciplinary probation effective immediately and until the end of Term II of the 2003-2004 academic year. Disciplinary probation means that any further violation of the Social Code shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension.
In addition, the Board recommends that ________ be required to write a letter of apology to ________ for inappropriately involving ________ in this situation and misrepresenting her role in this incident. The apology letter should be submitted to Dean Truesdell for approval by a specified date, and Dean Truesdell will see that ________ receives the letter.
The Judicial Board appreciates your decision to allow us to hear new testimony in this case so that it can be brought to a fair resolution. Thank you for your consideration of our recommendation.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair
2003-04 Judicial Board
December 1, 2003
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on November 30, 2003. The board has unanimously found you in violation of Disruptive Conduct, the Alcohol Policy and the Drug Policy.
The board as decided on the following sanctions:
Disciplinary probation - effective immediately and continuing through the remainder of the 2003-04 academic year. This means that any further violation of the Social Code shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension. During this probationary period you are not allowed to park or drive a vehicle on University property, and you will not be permitted to participate in the parking lottery.
The Judicial Board applauds your intentions to pursue educational means to deal with your alcohol and/or drug problem. You are required to continue to meet on a regular basis with a counselor in Counseling Services (as you indicated you are already doing) throughout your probation.
In addition, you are required to write a formal letter of apology to _________ and _________. The letter should be submitted to Dean Truesdell no later than December 10, 2003 and she will see that they receive it.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
January 19, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 18, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of Disruptive Conduct. Specifically, you have been found in violation of policy by (1) threatening or disrupting the administrative or service function of the University and the educational objectives of any member of the Lawrence community and (2) engaging in theft, vandalism and misuse of University property.
The board has decided on the following sanction:
Suspension - effective immediately and through Term II of the 2003-2004 academic year. This means you are separated from university residence, classes, activities, and privileges for the current term. After this term, readmission to the University is automatic. In addition, be aware that whenever you return to campus, the Board has decided that you will be placed on disciplinary probation for one complete term.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board encourage you to continue to seek help for the personal problems you have identified. The Board hopes you understand that it is our responsibility to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed, and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students. The Board hopes that you use the time away to reflect upon your behavior and that you return with a renewed understanding of your responsibility to the campus community.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
February 2, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Sunday, February 1, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of university policy regarding kegs on campus.
The board has decided on the following sanction of:
Residential Warning - constitutes that further violation of the Social Code may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform President Warch, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students, and the Board appreciates your willingness to accept responsibility for your actions.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
October 13, 2003
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on October 12, 2003. The board has found you not in violation of LUCC legislation IV.D. 3.01: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in theft.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. Although you were found not in violation, the board hopes you understand that you need to respect the rights of others, which includes demonstrating an active concern for others' property, if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
The complainants appealed the decision to President Warch. He requested that the Judicial Board re-hear the case with new information. At the conclusion of the second hearing, the following letter was issued.
October 30, 2003
President Warch
Sampson House
Dear President Warch,
At your request the Judicial Board met on October 29, 2003 to hear additional information in the case against ________ that was filed by ________, ________, and ________. After hearing testimony from the new witness, the Judicial Board recommends that you overturn our original decision and find ________ in violation of the Social Code IV.D.3.01 Disruptive Behavior: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in theft.
The Judicial Board recommends that you place ________ on disciplinary probation effective immediately and until the end of Term II of the 2003-2004 academic year. Disciplinary probation means that any further violation of the Social Code shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension.
In addition, the Board recommends that ________ be required to write a letter of apology to ________ for inappropriately involving ________ in this situation and misrepresenting her role in this incident. The apology letter should be submitted to Dean Truesdell for approval by a specified date, and Dean Truesdell will see that ________ receives the letter.
The Judicial Board appreciates your decision to allow us to hear new testimony in this case so that it can be brought to a fair resolution. Thank you for your consideration of our recommendation.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair
2003-04 Judicial Board
December 1, 2003
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on November 30, 2003. The board has unanimously found you in violation of Disruptive Conduct, the Alcohol Policy and the Drug Policy.
The board as decided on the following sanctions:
Disciplinary probation - effective immediately and continuing through the remainder of the 2003-04 academic year. This means that any further violation of the Social Code shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension. During this probationary period you are not allowed to park or drive a vehicle on University property, and you will not be permitted to participate in the parking lottery.
The Judicial Board applauds your intentions to pursue educational means to deal with your alcohol and/or drug problem. You are required to continue to meet on a regular basis with a counselor in Counseling Services (as you indicated you are already doing) throughout your probation.
In addition, you are required to write a formal letter of apology to _________ and _________. The letter should be submitted to Dean Truesdell no later than December 10, 2003 and she will see that they receive it.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
January 19, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 18, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of Disruptive Conduct. Specifically, you have been found in violation of policy by (1) threatening or disrupting the administrative or service function of the University and the educational objectives of any member of the Lawrence community and (2) engaging in theft, vandalism and misuse of University property.
The board has decided on the following sanction:
Suspension - effective immediately and through Term II of the 2003-2004 academic year. This means you are separated from university residence, classes, activities, and privileges for the current term. After this term, readmission to the University is automatic. In addition, be aware that whenever you return to campus, the Board has decided that you will be placed on disciplinary probation for one complete term.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board encourage you to continue to seek help for the personal problems you have identified. The Board hopes you understand that it is our responsibility to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed, and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students. The Board hopes that you use the time away to reflect upon your behavior and that you return with a renewed understanding of your responsibility to the campus community.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
February 2, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Sunday, February 1, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of university policy regarding kegs on campus.
The board has decided on the following sanction of:
Residential Warning - constitutes that further violation of the Social Code may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform President Warch, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students, and the Board appreciates your willingness to accept responsibility for your actions.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
May 4, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 3, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of LUCC legislation IV.D. Disruptive Conduct.
The board has decided on the following sanctions and restrictions:
·Given the pattern and severity of past incidents, effective immediately you are only allowed on University property for academic or employment purposes. Specifically, you are not allowed in student residences or other social spaces (including Memorial Union) without Dean Truesdell’s permission unless you are working.
·You are not allowed on University property at all between the hours of midnight and 7:00 a.m.
Any violation of these sanctions will result in the police being contacted to arrest you for trespassing. In addition, any further disruption may result in your immediate and permanent expulsion from the University.
Finally, you are required to pay restitution to ______________for damage charges. Please see Dean Truesdell to make arrangements for appropriate payment.
It is the opinion of this board that you have a serious drinking problem that you have not fully acknowledged or addressed. As has been previously recommended, we strongly encourage you to continue to work with Scott Radtke, Alcohol Education Coordinator, to pursue appropriate treatment and counseling for your alcohol-related problems.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
May 17, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 16, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of the University’s policies on drugs and fire safety. In particular, you are held responsible for the behavior of your guests.
The board has decided on the following sanction:
Residential warning – This means that further violation of the Social Code may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living.
Please understand that whether or not your guests were responsible for the fire alarm, you are held accountable for their actions. You are to be charged the fine for tampering with the smoke detector and clean up of the room. Dean Truesdell will contact you regarding these charges.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you and your guests need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
May 18, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 17, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of the University’s policy on Disruptive Behavior.
The board has decided on the following sanctions:
· Disciplinary Probation – effective immediately through the end of winter term 2004-2005. Further violation of the Social Code shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension.
· You are also required to pay 50% of the replacement cost of the newspaper dispenser. The Dean of Students Office will contact you in regards to these charges.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students Office.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
May 18, 2004
Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 17, 2004. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of the University’s policy on Disruptive Behavior.
The board has decided on the following sanctions and restrictions:
· Effective immediately until your date of graduation, you are only allowed on campus between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. to use academic facilities, including the library and food services. You are not allowed on campus for any reason between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m. without specific permission from the Dean of Students Office. Security will be notified of this sanction and any violation of these restrictions or further violation of university policy will likely result in your immediate suspension, at the discretion of the Dean of Students.
· You are also required to pay 50% of the replacement cost of the newspaper dispenser. The Dean of Students Office will contact you in regards to these charges.
If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students Office.
Sincerely,
Kit Okimoto
Chair, Judicial Board
