TAMIU Student Handbook 2022-2023

Page 27 of 92 charges and if so, to determine the appropriate sanction or sanctions. Only information presented during the Administrative Hearing can be used to determine if there is a finding of responsibility. 2. “ Appeal Panel ” means University officials authorized by the Vice President for Student Success or a designee to conduct appeal reviews. 3. “Acceptance of responsibility” means the charged student agrees that the conduct constitutes a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, as outlined in the student conduct notice, waives right to appeal, and accepts outcomes/sanctions imposed. 4. “Aggravating factors” means a fact or circumstance accompanying the commission of misconduct that may be relevant to adjudication. Examples include the use of violence or force, violation of a trust or duty, premeditation, and a previous conduct violation. 5. “ Chairperson ” means Student Conduct Administrator who is authorized by the Vice President for Student Success or their designee, to take the lead role in conducting Administrative Hearing(s) and/or appeals when there is more than one Student Conduct Administrator present. 6. “ Charge ” means an allegation of a potential violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Charges are issued after a Student Conduct Administrator has determined sufficient information exists to hold a conference. 7. “ Complainant ” or “ Reporter ” means any person who submits information indicating that a student may have violated the Student Code of Conduct. Information brought forth by the complainant may result in an investigation . 8. “ Complaint ” means a written petition made by a complainant that seeks to have specific behavior(s) cease. 9. “ Conference ” means a process which provides an opportunity for an accused student to respond to specific charges . 10. “ Consent ” means clear, voluntary and ongoing agreement to engage in a specific act. Also refer to definition of “Consent” in System Regulation 08.01.01, Civil Rights Compliance . 11. “Discrimination” means a materially adverse action or actions that intentionally or unintentionally excludes one from full participation in, denies the benefits of, or affects the terms and condition of employment or access to educational or institutional programs because of an individual’s race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. Discrimination includes harassment (based on both hostile environment and quid pro quo) and retaliation based on a legally protected category.