Student Policy and Procedure Manual (Previously Student Code of Conduct)
Introduction
Nicholls State University is an educational institution dedicated to fostering intellectual achievement personal development, social responsibility, and is committed to human dignity and worth of every person. The mission of Nicholls State University extends beyond instruction and requires that the University maintain and improve programs that support and encourage the development of good character and responsible citizenship.
Acceptance of admission to Nicholls carries with it an obligation for the welfare of the community. As such, Nicholls expects the highest standard of personal conduct from its students. The Division of Student Affairs is committed to providing a student-centered, values-rich, co-curricular education. Dignity, excellence, wholeness, inclusiveness, and compassion are key values conducive to the pursuit of knowledge and to personal development.
Nicholls State University fully supports and fosters a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and veteran’s status, or any other status or classification prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
It is the intention of these Standards to clarify behaviors essential to the University’s educational mission and community life. These Standards are applicable to all students. It is equally applicable to recognized student organizations.
By accepting admission to Nicholls State University, a student accepts Nicholls’ rules and acknowledges the right of the University to take action, up to and including suspension or dismissal.
