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Spring blooms in the courtyard near History Corner. Credit: Linda A. Cicero / Stanford News Service

Other Stanford Policies

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For your convenience and ease of reference, we have posted links to a number of Stanford University policies that are germane to Stanford's Fundamental Standard and Honor Code.*

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*The Office of Community Standards strives to maintain the most current and comprehensive information possible. However, the posting/linking here in no way purports to be completely up-to-date or exhaustive. Please see the Stanford Bulletin and the Student Organization Policies—among other official university documents—for comprehensive, current statements of Stanford policy.

Other Policies Important Links

University Expectations for Faculty and Staff

Our office is often asked about university expectations for faculty and staff. The Office of Community Standards only investigates and adjudicates potential violations by Stanford students. The following link, however, may be helpful:

The University Code of Conduct

A guide to the ethical, professional and legal standards of the university, with guidance on how to uphold these standards.

University Expectation of Compliance for Students

Compliance with University Policies/Registration Holds

Policy stating that registration as a student constitutes a commitment by the student to abide by and accept University policies, rules, requirements, and regulations and that the University reserves the right to withhold registration privileges or to cancel the registration of any student: who is not in compliance with its policies, rules, requirements, or regulations; or for reasons pertaining to academic performance, health and wellness, qualification to be a student, behavioral conduct, or the safety of the University community.

The University Code of Conduct

A guide to the ethical, professional and legal standards of the university, with guidance on how to uphold these standards.

Use of Computers and Networks

Computer and Network Usage Policy

Blanket policy about appropriate use of computers and networks; part of the Administrative Guide.

Sexual Violations

Sexual Assault

Policy on Sexual Assault

Stanford’s policy on sexual assault; part of the Administrative Guide.

Sexual Assault and Relationship Abuse Prevention and Support at Stanford

A comprehensive resource about sexual violence and harassment. Includes information about reporting and other options, as well as education and prevention; provided by the Sexual Violence Advisory Board.

Sexual Harassment

Policy on Sexual Harassment and Consensual Sexual or Romantic Relationships

Part of the Administrative Guide.

Sexual Harassment Policy Office

Any member of the Stanford community may contact this office for questions related to sexual harassment.

Title IX 

Title IX concerns can also be reported to the Title IX Coordinator.

Individual Abuse

Controlled Substances and Alcohol Policy

Policies related to controlled substances and alcohol on campus, from the Administrative Guide.

Possession of Dangerous Weapons (PDF)

Stanford policy for students regarding weapons on campus.

Smoke Free Environment

Policy regarding where smoking is prohibited on campus, from the Administrative Guide.

Copyrighted Material and File-Sharing Networks

Computer and Network Usage Policy

Basic copyright policy related to computers and file-sharing.

SULAIR Annual Copyright Reminder

Information about the current state of copyright law and how it applies to Stanford.

Rescomp File-sharing and Copyright Site

Detailed information about complying with Stanford policies and various laws regarding file-sharing.

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Additional Policies Important Links

Protected Identity Harm Reporting

The Protected Identity Harm Reporting process addresses incidents where a community member experiences harm because of who they are and how they show up in the world.

Hazing

Policy about hazing, from the Stanford Bulletin.

Campus Disruptions

Policy regarding what constitutes campus disruptions, from the Stanford Bulletin.

Use of Stanford's Main Quad, Memorial Court, Oval & White Plaza

Quick reference to policies for four iconic locations.

 

 

 Graduating students paused in the arcade of the Main Quad on their way to Baccalaureate. — with Kelly Schindler and Teresa Caprioglio. arches, columns. Credit:  Linda A. Cicero / Stanford News Service