As a student at UCSB it is important that you know and understand your due process rights guaranteed by the University of California Systemwide Rules and Regulations.
Right to APPEAL
You have the right to appeal the findings issued by the Dean of Students (based on recommendations of the disciplinary panel) to the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs.
Notice of the CHARGES
Identifies the sections of the Code the student is charged with violating and an explanation of the facts.
Right to an ADVISOR
An advisor’s role is to provide assistance in preparation and conducting meeting and hearings.
Presumption of INNOCENCE
It is presumed that a student charged with a violation is not responsible unless proven otherwise or there is an admission of responsibility.
Right to a DISCIPLINARY HEARING PANEL
You can present your case before a disciplinary hearing panel composed of members from the University’s Committee on Student Conduct (faculty, staff, & students).
Choosing not to PARTICIPATE
Although the process works best when students participate, you may choose not to participate in the resolution of your case.
Right to APPEAL
You have the right to appeal the findings issued by the Dean of Students (based on recommendations of the disciplinary panel) to the Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs.
Notice of the CHARGES
Identifies the sections of the Code the student is charged with violating and an explanation of the facts.
Right to an ADVISOR
An advisor’s role is to provide assistance in preparation and conducting meeting and hearings.
Presumption of INNOCENCE
It is presumed that a student charged with a violation is not responsible unless proven otherwise or there is an admission of responsibility.
Right to a DISCIPLINARY HEARING PANEL
You can present your case before a disciplinary hearing panel composed of members from the University’s Committee on Student Conduct (faculty, staff, & students).
Choosing not to PARTICIPATE
Although the process works best when students participate, you may choose not to participate in the resolution of your case.
Office of the Student Advocate
OSA is a non-partisan executive branch of the UCSB Associated Student Government.
By students, for students.