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UNIVERSITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
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University-Level Policies and Procedures
There are many policies and procedures put in place to keep the university functioning. Academic
policies (discussed further on page 17) are outlined to inform students of any policy or procedure
that affects the progression in their curriculum through graduation. Further, protocols related
to students’ rights, responsibilities and conduct are found in
the Student Handbook.
STUDENT HANDBOOK
The Student Handbook is an additional guide to all
policies and procedures pertaining to an enrolled student
at Clemson: academic (students should refer to the
Undergraduate Announcements for complete details
of academic policies), housing and facilities, access and
discrimination, safety, the student code of conduct, and
financial and general policies.
THE STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
The Student Code of Conduct is the core code, which all
enrolled Clemson students are expected to honor and abide.
The purpose of the Student Code of Conduct is outlined as follows:
• Academic institutions exist for the transmission of knowledge, the pursuit of truth,
the development of students and the general well-being of society. Free inquiry and
free expression are indispensable to the attainment of these goals. A Clemson student
is expected at all times to show respect for civility, community and the rights of
others, and to exemplify the Clemson University Core Values of Integrity, Honesty
and Respect.
• Clemson University supports the concept of education when misconduct occurs. When
a student is not a danger to the university community or when the repetition of misconduct
is unlikely, the university will make an effort to educate the student through a sanction; but
should the student demonstrate an unwillingness to obey the rules governing conduct, they
may be separated from the university.
UNDERSTANDING FEDERAL LAW AND WHAT THAT MEANS FOR YOUR STUDENT
It is important to Clemson University to partner with families throughout the entire collegiate
experience. We value this connection and put considerable time into providing support and offering
one-on-one conversations for families. One thing consistently challenging for both families and staff
are laws limiting our ability to share information with parents about their student(s).
PARENT TESTIMONIAL
“Certainly, sending our first
born off to college was a much
more emotional thing for
us than we expected. Being
involved with the Parents
Council Advisory Board
(PCAB) allowed us to be there
and enjoy the university and
helped make the transition
better. At the end of the day,
you need to be confident you
have raised your child well,
they will succeed on their own
and you will always be there
for support.”
Michael and Angela Clark
Ft. Meyers, Fla.