In line with the Penn State mission and values, the Office of Student Accountability and Conflict Response works to uphold these community and university standards through compassionate interventions in which students are heard, respected, and treated with dignity. Students have the developmental opportunity to participate in fair and impartial resolution processes which encourage personal accountability and responsible decision making; promote reflection and restoration; and reduce and prevent behavior which undermines student success and community safety.

The Student Code of Conduct sets forth the community standards and procedures that maintain and protect an environment that is conducive to learning and supports Penn State’s educational objectives. Recognizing the need to be proactive in educating students, it is recommended that you review the Code of Conduct to learn more about what is expected of you as a member of Penn State.