Student code 2011-2012
Letter from the Chancellor and Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Welcome to the University of Illinois! Our University has a long tradition of training students and scholars from all walks of life and from diverse geographic, ethnic, gender, racial, and religious backgrounds. Just as important has been its role in being a source of knowledge, hope, and opportunity for thousands of students from around the globe. Wherever they have come from, our students have made a difference in transforming all fields of human endeavor, and we want to make sure that your years at Illinois will be as successful and productive as those who have come before you.
With that goal in mind, we share this copy of the Student Code, which delineates the rights and responsibilities of students in a wide spectrum of activities throughout the University. The Code likewise sets this university’s standards of civility and its expectations for responsible behavior. Illinois stands for the dignity of all peoples and respect for their ideals and beliefs. At the same time, as an educational institution, the University regards free speech and expression as integral to our values and essential to the preservation of a genuine learning environment. Within these enabling confines, we cherish the spirit of debate and look forward to the advances stemming from common inquiry. However, we draw the line and refuse to acquiesce to acts of intimidation, violence, or hate. We believe, in the spirit of Martin Luther King, that any infraction or injustice that threatens one of us threatens every member of our community. Indeed, we may not always understand or agree with each other, but ultimately we must try to listen to one other and respect the differing opinions among us.
We provide this Student Code to help establish the firm foundation for the challenging, stimulating, and at the same time, nourishing set of interactions that will lead to a truly inclusive community and a successful college experience. If we as students, faculty, staff, and administration make intelligent use of these guidelines, we will truly contribute to our mission of "preparing students for lives of impact, and addressing critical societal needs through the transfer and application of knowledge."
Welcome to our community.
Best wishes,
Robert Easter, Interim Chancellor
C. Renee Romano, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs