Possible Sanctions

Flow Sheet

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Written Notice: A notice in writing to the student that the student is violating or has violated institutional regulations and a copy of the warning letter is placed in the student’s disciplinary file.

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Probation: Probation is for a designated period of time (which may include the remainder of their enrollment at UH West O’ahu) and includes the probability of more severe disciplinary sanctions if the student is found to violate any institutional regulation(s) during the probationary period. This sanction may require the student to meet with the VCSA (or his or her designee) upon request.

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Loss of Privileges: Denial of specified privileges for a designated period of time.

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Restitution: Compensation for loss, damage, or injury. This may take the form of appropriate service and/or monetary or material replacement.

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Discretionary Sanction: Work assignments, essays, service to UH West O’ahu, Community Service, or other related discretionary or educational related assignments. Examples are Quiz of the Student Code of Conduct, Apology letter, Responsibility Letter, Educational Essay or project, Community Services.

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f. Mutual No-Contact Order: No unnecessary contact between the Respondent and the Complainant, witnesses, or other individuals (when appropriate).

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g. Suspension: Separation of the student from UH West O`ahu for a definite period of time (usually 1 year or less) after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be specified. Suspensions may be effective immediately or deferred.

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h. Dismissal: Separation of the student from UH West O`ahu for more than 1 year. The student may be eligible for return. Conditions for readmission, if any, will be specified. Dismissals will be effective immediately unless otherwise stated.

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i. Expulsion: Separation of the student from UH West O`ahu permanently. Expulsions will be effective immediately, unless otherwise stated.

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j. Revocation of Admission/Degree: Admission to or a degree awarded from UH West Oahu may be revoked for fraud, misrepresentation, or other violation of UH West O`ahu standards in obtaining the degree, or for other serious violations committed by a student prior to graduation.

UH West O’ahu imposes discipline that is consistent with the impact of the offense on the UH West O’ahu community. Progressive discipline principles will be followed in that the student’s prior disciplinary history at UH West O’ahu (and any other institution of higher education, if applicable) will be taken into account.

A guide to Applying for Academic Accomodations.

  1. Complete the intake form & submit supporting documents. https://bit.ly/uhwoada
  2. Disability Coordinator will send you a confirmation of receipt email and next steps.
  3. Meet with Disability Coordinator
  4. Approved accommodations will be sent to your professor(s).
  5. Student is responsible for also making arrangements with Professor(s) to discuss accomodations.