UConn Student Code

The UConn Student Code was developed to help students uphold and build upon the values and traditions that have served to define and strengthen the UConn community over the course of its history. Membership in the UConn community is a privilege and an honor, and we all have a responsibility to uphold the trust and respect that is needed to maintain the free and diverse exchange of ideas and information that UConn is known for.  The Student Code describes the process for holding students accountable if they breach the trust extended to them by the community.

If you have questions about the Code and the expectations of being a part of the UConn community, check out The Student Code for more information.

Good Samaritan policy

The expectation of the University of Connecticut is that all community members will advocate for the safety of others. Students are expected to seek immediate medical assistance for themselves or others when necessary. The act of calling for medical assistance for the aid of another person falls within the spirit of the University Creed. Accessing medical assistance for a person suffering from over-consumption of alcohol and/or drugs must be the first priority over any other consideration.

A student’s seeking of medical assistance will be considered a favorable factor by Community Standards in an effort to promote responsible student behavior and respect for the health and welfare of all members of the University. Community Standards will consider whether a student sought medical assistance for a person in need and in most cases view the act of seeking medical assistance as good judgment as well as not deserving of sanctioning. This does not excuse or protect those who flagrantly or repeatedly violate the Responsibilities of Community Life: The Student Code. This Good Samaritan statement applies to straightforward cases of alcohol or drug over-consumption only. If other infractions occur including but not limited to, destruction to the University community, assault, or property damage, then this statement does not apply. To decrease the likelihood of future occurrences, follow-up evaluation for the involved parties will be conducted to determine appropriate measures to prevent future occurrences.

Off-Campus Jurisdiction                                          

No matter where you are or what you do, as long as you are a student at UConn, The Student Code applies to you. However, if you live off-campus you are also directly responsible to your town.

Generally, if Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services or Community Standards is not aware of a violation of The Student Code, no action will be taken. However, there is a protocol in place for off-campus behavioral concerns. The first step in the process is always the police and town officials, who then may share information with the University, specifically Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services and/or Community Standards. For example, if you live off-campus and your neighbor is being loud after midnight and not cooperating with your request to quiet down, you should call the police to notify them of the situation immediately.